Erkap · Paper alternatives
Aluminium replaced by paper.
From ready meals to loaf cakes and soufflés: three Erkap products that do what aluminium containers do. They go in the oven and the freezer, leave no metallic taste and come in your brand’s colours.
Aluminium trays can be replaced with paper containers that are oven-safe up to 220 °C and freezer-safe. For ready meals, the Erkap Food Container (350, 500, 1000 ml) is also microwave-safe and its lid closes by hand without machines; the Rectangular Baking Tray replaces aluminium for loaf cakes and the Soufflé Cup for soufflés.
Step-by-step switching guide →Does the same job. And more.
Aluminium containers have been the standard for years. Erkap’s paper products deliver the same oven and freezer performance without touching the taste of the food.
Replaces: Aluminium tray with flat paper lid
Erkap Food Container with flat paper lid
A patented paper tray for ready meals. Its flat cardboard lid locks into the edge curve without heat sealing, machines or plastic, and lifts off by hand in one move. For chilled, frozen and ready-to-serve meals.
- Volume
- 350 · 500 · 1000 ml
- Use
- Oven, microwave, freezer
- Sealing
- No heat needed
Replaces: Curled rectangular aluminium tray
Erkap Curled Rectangular Baking Tray with plastic lid
A rectangular “diamond” paper tray for everything from loaf cakes to single-portion meals. Heat-resistant and non-stick; no metal pans needed, and it runs on automated production lines.
- Sizes
- 160 × 65 × 50
199 × 73 × 60 mm - Heat
- Up to 220°C
- Colours
Replaces: Curled aluminium soufflé cup
Erkap Curled Soufflé Cup
Chocolate soufflés and lava cakes, straight from the oven to the plate. Heat-resistant, non-stick paper; no metal pans needed in production, and suitable for automated lines.
- Size
- 55 × 43 mm
- Heat
- Up to 220°C
- Colours
Switch in three steps.
Our paper products work in the oven, in the freezer and on automated production lines, so they’re easy to try.
Get your samples
Fill in the form and we’ll send samples in the right size for your product.
Test on your own line
Try them with your existing products in the oven, the freezer and on automated lines.
Produce with your brand
Let’s decide on size, colour and print together, and we’ll produce your order in one facility.
Frequently asked questions
What can replace aluminium food containers?
Three Erkap paper products replace aluminium containers: the Erkap Food Container for ready meals, the Rectangular Baking Tray for loaf cakes and portioned meals, and Soufflé Cups for soufflés and lava cakes.
Are paper containers oven-safe?
Yes. Erkap paper products can be used in the oven up to 220°C and are freezer-safe. The Erkap Food Container is also microwave-safe.
Does a paper container affect the taste of food?
No. Unlike aluminium, paper leaves no metallic taste; the flavour stays as it is.
Can we use them on our existing production line?
Our paper products work in the oven, in the freezer and on automated production lines. The best way to be sure is to test samples on your own line.
How do I get samples?
Fill in the sample form on this page or email info@erkap.com, and we’ll send samples in the right size for your product.
Is the Erkap Food Container microwave-safe?
Yes. The Erkap Food Container is suitable for the oven, microwave and freezer, whereas aluminium trays are not microwave-safe.
Do I need a machine to close the lid?
No. The cardboard lid of the Erkap Food Container locks into the edge curl; no heat sealing, machines or plastic are needed.
How do I start switching from aluminium to paper?
Our switching guide summarises which product replaces which, what to check and the steps involved. Then you can request samples and test them with your own product. Read the switching guide
Let’s work together
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