<p>Mastronardi Produce Ltd. has been named a Finalist for their SUNSET® Top Seal Packaging entry. PMA Impact Award submissions are judged holistically, earning points for excellence in the areas of marketing, food safety, supply chain efficiency/functionality and sustainability. </p><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><p>SUNSET® Top Seal is an advanced packaging system that produces far less waste than traditional clamshells, according to a press release. Between a pre-printed film instead of a traditional lid to reduce labor costs and waste and a colorful, more attractive label, this item is gearing up to win. The package also lends to product safety. The unique sealed film is tamper resistant so consumers can feel more secure about the product inside. Top Seal is a fresh, unique packaging idea that is ideal for consumers who are concerned about sustainability and product integrity.</p><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><p>“Professionalism breeds excellence and that’s something we like to recognize and reward,” said PMA President & CEO Bryan Silbermann. “The Impact Award gives members a chance to gain recognition as packaging innovators. The award also encourages their industry peers to challenge their own thinking of packaging’s role in maintaining product quality and safety, in communicating to consumers, and in demonstrating a commitment to the environment and sustainability."</p><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><p>In total, 67 companies submitted items for the 2013 PMA Impact Award. The PMA will display the submission samples of the 24 finalists in the Main Lobby of the New Orleans Convention Center at the event with award recipients being announced on Friday, October 18th during the Brunch General Session. </p><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><p>Congrats, Mastronardi on all your wonderful innovation! </p><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><p><a class="btn btn-sm btn-primary col-lg-12" style="white-space: normal;" href=" http://www.sunsetgrown.com " target="_new"> Mastronardi Produce </a></p><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">
