Food packaging has changed a lot in the last few decades. It’s no longer enough for a carton or pouch to simply “hold” food. Consumers expect freshness, safety, and even sustainability. Retailers expect durability. And regulators expect compliance at every stage.
At Roland & Associates LLC, we focus our toll manufacturing services on barrier coatings for food packaging that meet all of these demands without compromise.
What Toll Manufacturing Really Means
Many companies in the food industry want high-performance coatings but don’t have the equipment or staff to make them. That’s where toll manufacturing comes in. By partnering with us, you don’t need to build a new facility or train a team from scratch, you can simply rely on ours.
Think of it as an extension of your business. Whether you’re trying out a new product, running a pilot program, or scaling up to full production, our toll manufacturing team can step in and handle the work with the same care you would.
Why Barrier Coatings Matter
At first glance, coatings seem invisible. But without them, food wouldn’t survive a trip through the supply chain. Moisture makes crackers soggy. Oxygen steals freshness from coffee and baked goods. Oils seep through paper cartons and leave them flimsy. Flavors and aromas can fade before the customer ever opens the package.
This is why barrier coatings for food packaging are so important. They provide an unseen layer of defense that protects food until it’s consumed. The right barrier coating means chips stay crisp, sauces don’t soak through containers, and frozen foods arrive just as intended.
Custom Food Packaging That Does More
Packaging is a communication tool as much as it is a protective one. The look, feel, and performance of a package all shape how consumers view a product. That’s why we pair our coatings with custom food packaging support.
For example, a recyclable paperboard tray might need a barrier that allows for sharp, colorful printing while also resisting grease. A flexible pouch may require coatings that preserve flavor but also withstand heat sealing. Even biodegradable containers, which are becoming more common, still need protection so they hold up during use. We design coatings with all of these needs in mind, helping your packaging look sharp while performing in real-world conditions.
What Sets Roland & Associates Apart
Our experience is not just measured in years, it’s measured in the trust we’ve earned from brands across the food industry. With more than four decades of coatings expertise, we understand the fine balance between cost, performance, and compliance.
We know food packaging regulations are strict, which is why every coating we create is designed to meet FDA, USDA, and international standards. But we also look ahead. Sustainability is the future. That’s why we’re investing in eco-friendly barrier technologies that allow brands to move away from traditional plastics without sacrificing performance.
Industries We Support
We formulate water based clear coat finishes and food contact approved barrier coating systems for:
- Confectionery & Snacks: Oxygen/odor and grease barriers for wraps and bags that run fast on VFFS/HFFS.
- Bakery & Cartons: Grease holdout on paperboard plus scuff-resistant clears that keep graphics sharp.
- Frozen & Ready Meals: Frozen food packaging with low-temp crack resistance, anti-fog, and seal-through contamination.
- Dairy, Meat & Seafood: Butterfat/hemoglobin resistance and adhesives that stay put in cold, wet conditions.
- Produce & Pet Food: Breathable coatings and aroma/grease barriers for freshness without condensation.
- Converters & Foodservice: Primers/OPVs for film, paper, and fiber; COF and seal windows tuned for line speed.
Don’t see your category? Ask! We’ll map the barrier spec to your exact pack and process.
More Than Coatings
Roland & Associates views each project as a partnership. It’s not about simply producing a coating; it’s about aligning with your goals. Whether you care most about shelf stability, brand presentation, or reducing environmental impact, our job is to make sure the packaging performs the way you want it to.
By combining toll manufacturing efficiency with our barrier coating expertise, we help you launch products that meet technical demands while standing out in the marketplace.
Contact us today to learn how our barrier coatings for food packaging and custom food packaging solutions can support your next project.