Grant: Applied Research and Development Grants - Level 2

This project establishes a new partnership between Innofibre and Domtar inc. for the development of novel food packaging made from modified wood pulps using a pilot pulp thermoforming machine. The work that will be performed to deliver the project scope is composed of laboratory/pilot pulp thermoforming trials and trial samples testing. The strategic plan of Domtar is to achieve its strategic vision of being the leader in innovating fiber-based products, technologies, and services; committed to a sustainable and better future, strategic goal of expanding beyond its core communications paper business, where demand is declining, and strategic objective of positioning itself as a supplier of choice in three markets with growing demand - personal care, pulp and specialty papers. The products and results of this project aligns with Domtar's strategic plan to ensure that it contributes to the overall objectives of the organization. This project will contribute to training of the college students on the process of pulp thermoforming. The knowledge gained during this project will improve the knowledge of Innofibre' team as well as those of Domtar. This close collaboration between Innofibre and Domtar will promote the technology transfer throughout Domtar facilities.