Dyne-a-pak
Dyne-A-Pak, a division of ProAmpac, manufactures foam trays for protein and produce packaging from its Laval, Quebec facility, serving North American grocery chains, meat and vegetable packers, and food distributors since 1972.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1972
- HeadquartersLaval, Canada
- Headcount1–10
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Dyne-a-pak does
Dyne-A-Pak is a Canadian manufacturer of foam trays for food packaging, operating as a division of ProAmpac, a Cincinnati-based private flexible packaging company. Founded in 1972 and headquartered at a single manufacturing facility in Laval, Quebec, the company produces polystyrene foam trays used to pack protein (meat, poultry, fish) and fresh produce for the North American market. Its three product lines are Regular/Processor trays (polystyrene foam, more than 90% air and less than 10% polymer, with recycled polystyrene content), Azura® (a high recycled-content tray with a minimum guaranteed 50% external recycled content), and Nature® (a bio-polymer foam tray made from annually renewable plant-based resources). All three lines target the same end use: food preservation, transport, and retail display for grocery chains, meat and vegetable packers, and food industry distributors.
The company's core technology is extrusion and thermoforming of polystyrene foam and bio-polymer foam into rigid food trays. The value proposition rests on lightweight design (the company states its trays are 2-3 times lighter than alternative rigid polymer or plant fibre packaging), the use of recycled and renewable input materials, and recyclability where municipal collection programs exist. Dyne-A-Pak participates in several North American polystyrene and foam recycling coalitions (CPT, RRPS, FRC, FPI), which it positions as evidence of its commitment to circular-economy outcomes.
Dyne-A-Pak's business model is enterprise B2B: it sells through ProAmpac's direct sales force, marketing channels, and the ProAmpac online store to enterprise customers in grocery, protein processing, produce packing, and food distribution. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; products are quoted via direct sales engagement. Because Dyne-A-Pak is a division rather than a standalone legal entity, no independent financial disclosures (revenue, headcount, growth rate) are available, and growth visibility is constrained to the signals visible at the ProAmpac parent level.
Dyne-a-pak firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Dyne-a-pak
- Legal name
- Dyne-A-Pak, A Division of ProAmpac
- Website
- https://dyneapak.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1972
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1–10 employees
- Short description
- Dyne-A-Pak, a division of ProAmpac, manufactures foam trays for protein and produce packaging from its Laval, Quebec facility, serving North American grocery chains, meat and vegetable packers, and food distributors since 1972.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Dyne-a-pak industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Food Packaging Manufacturing
- NAICS
- Polystyrene Foam Product Manufacturing (32614), Plastics Product Manufacturing (3261)
- SIC
- Plastics Foam Products (3086), Food And Kindred Products (2000)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Foodservice/To-Go Packaging (Cups, Clamshells, Cutlery) (IMALAHAM)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Plastic Trays, Clamshells & Blister Packaging Manufacturing (IMANAEAE), Ready Meals & Prepared Foods Packaging (IMALAHAL), Rigid Food Containers (Cups, Trays, Clamshells) (IMALAAAD)
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Where Dyne-a-pak is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Laval
- HQ country
- Canada
- HQ region
- North America
Offices2 records
Markets served
Dyne-a-pak business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Foam Tray Products: Sale of foam food packaging trays for protein and produce packaging, including Regular/Processor grade, Azura recycled content trays, and Nature bio-polymer trays.
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels3 records
Dyne-a-pak product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Dyne-A-Pak manufactures and sells polystyrene foam trays used for food packaging of meat, poultry, fish, and fresh produce. The company offers three product lines: Regular/Processor Grade trays (standard polystyrene foam), Azura (high recycled content trays with minimum 50% external recycled content), and Nature (bio-polymer trays made from annually renewable plant resources). All products are designed for protein and produce packaging, serving grocery chains, meat and vegetable packers, and food industry distributors across North America.
Product overview
Dyne-A-Pak, A Division of ProAmpac, is a manufacturer of foam trays for food packaging, in operation since 1972. The company offers three distinct product lines: Regular/Processor Trays (polystyrene foam made of more than 90% air), Azura trays (high recycled content with minimum 50% external recycled content), and Nature trays (bio-polymer from plants). All products are designed for packaging protein (meat, poultry, fish) and fresh produce, serving grocery chains, meat and vegetable packers, and food industry distributors across North America. The company operates facilities in Laval, Quebec and is an innovator in compostable rigid foam packaging.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Azura: High recycled content tray with a minimum guaranteed of 50% external recycled content, designed for food packaging of meat, fish, poultry and other fresh produce.
- Nature
Products and services
- Regular/Processor Grade Trays Polystyrene foam trays designed for food packaging of meat, fish, poultry, and fresh produce. Made of more than 90% air and less than 10% polymer, with lower environmental impact compared to other packaging alternatives. These trays are recyclable where polystyrene collection programs exist and contain recycled polystyrene.
- Azura Trays High recycled content food trays with a minimum guaranteed 50% external recycled content, designed for packaging meat, fish, poultry, and fresh produce. Azura reduces environmental impact by replacing part of raw materials with recycled material and supports circular economy efforts.
- Nature Trays Bio-polymer foam trays made from plants, a 100% annually renewable resource. Combines the advantages of lightweight foam with those of a bio-polymer without using a large amount of renewable resources. Available in a limited number of models and not made from petroleum products.
Quantifiable outcome
- Foam polymer packaging is 2-3 times lighter than other known alternatives
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use Dyne-a-pak
Customer profileNamed customers4 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Dyne-a-pak technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
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App detail
Feature3 records
Dyne-a-pak partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Four partnerships are on record, tiered minor.
- CPT (Circular Plastic Taskforce)minorDyne-A-Pak actively supports or is directly involved in various polystyrene recycling projects. CPT focuses on circular plastic initiatives in Canada.
- RRPS (Polystyrene Recycling Alliance)minorQuebec-based Polystyrene Recycling Alliance working to advance polystyrene recycling efforts that Dyne-A-Pak supports.
- FRC (Foam Recycling Coalition)minorPart of the Food Packaging Institute, the FRC advances foam recycling initiatives across North America that Dyne-A-Pak participates in.
- FPI (Food Service Packaging Institute)minorIndustry organization advancing food service packaging sustainability that Dyne-A-Pak is involved with.
Scale indicators2 records
Recent moves5 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Dyne-a-pak competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Genpak: Manufactures foam and rigid plastic food packaging including protein trays, produce trays, and foodservice containers. Closely comparable substrate and customer base, competing head-to-head for grocery and meat-packer accounts.
- Anchor Packaging: Specializes in rigid and foam food packaging including protein/produce trays sold through grocery, club, and foodservice distribution. Direct competitor in the fresh protein tray category.
- Inline Plastics: Manufacturer of rigid PET and clamshell food packaging for produce, protein, and foodservice. Competes for fresh protein and produce tray placements at grocery retailers.
- Pactiv Evergreen: One of North America's largest manufacturers of foam and rigid plastic food packaging, including meat/produce trays sold to grocery and protein-packaging customers. Direct overlap with Dyne-A-Pak's core foam tray business and protein retail channel.
- Placon: Manufacturer of rigid plastic and foam food packaging, including protein trays and clamshells with strong recycled-content positioning (rePET). Substitutes and competes for the same meat/produce tray SKUs.
- Dart Container Corporation: Major North American producer of polystyrene foam foodservice and food packaging products, including trays and clamshells. Same substrate (PS foam), same protein/foodservice end markets, and overlapping grocery distribution channels.
Broad incumbents
- Sealed Air: Large protective and food packaging manufacturer whose Cryovac and food packaging divisions serve meat and produce processors. Broader portfolio but overlapping protein/produce customer base.
- Sonoco Products: Diversified packaging manufacturer with rigid paper, plastic, and tray capabilities serving protein and produce packers. Larger incumbent operating across multiple substrates adjacent to foam trays.
- Huhtamaki: Global flexible and rigid food packaging major with significant North American foodservice and grocery packaging presence, including molded-fiber and plastic trays. A broader incumbent whose tray lines compete with Dyne-A-Pak's protein portfolio.
Emerging players
- Sabert Corporation: Food packaging manufacturer with growing sustainable-packaging lines, including molded fiber and recyclable trays for protein and produce. Emerging as an alternative-substrate competitor to foam trays.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
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Dyne-a-pak leadership team
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Dyne-a-pak funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Dyne-a-pak M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Dyne-a-pak
What does Dyne-a-pak do?
Dyne-A-Pak manufactures and sells polystyrene foam trays used for food packaging of meat, poultry, fish, and fresh produce. The company offers three product lines: Regular/Processor Grade trays (standard polystyrene foam), Azura (high recycled content trays with minimum 50% external recycled content), and Nature (bio-polymer trays made from annually renewable plant resources). All products are designed for protein and produce packaging, serving grocery chains, meat and vegetable packers, and food industry distributors across North America.
Is Dyne-a-pak a public or private company?
Dyne-a-pak is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Dyne-a-pak founded?
Dyne-a-pak was founded in 1972. It employs 1 to 10 people.
Where is Dyne-a-pak based?
Dyne-a-pak is headquartered in Laval, Canada, in the North America region.
How does Dyne-a-pak make money?
One revenue line is on record: foam Tray Products.
Who are Dyne-a-pak's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Genpak, Anchor Packaging, Inline Plastics, Pactiv Evergreen, Placon and Dart Container Corporation. Broad incumbents are Sealed Air, Sonoco Products and Huhtamaki. Sabert Corporation is listed as an emerging player.
Does Dyne-a-pak have an API?
No public API is recorded for Dyne-a-pak.
What industry is Dyne-a-pak in?
Dyne-a-pak's product category is Food Packaging Manufacturing. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMALAHAM, Foodservice/To-Go Packaging (Cups, Clamshells, Cutlery), with a secondary code of IMANAEAE, Plastic Trays, Clamshells & Blister Packaging Manufacturing. Its NAICS code is 32614 and its SIC code is 3086.