A New Era in Coffee Degassing Technology

Written By Amanda Dinauer

ST PAUL, Minnesota, March 10, 2025

PrimeVent LLC, a pioneering sister company of LaserSharp FlexPak Services LLC, proudly announces its formation as a stand-alone company dedicated to advancing coffee degassing technology. Led by Clive Jacobs, Director of Global Strategic Partnerships, who brings over 20 years of experience in technical packaging, PrimeVent® is poised to redefine industry standards.

PrimeVent's Mission

PrimeVent LLC is committed to transforming the coffee experience by delivering state-of-the-art degassing solutions that preserve aroma, flavor, and freshness with unprecedented sustainability. “PrimeVent empowers coffee producers, brand owners, and converters with innovative solutions that ensure the highest quality and sustainability from roast to cup,” says Jacobs.

Game-Changing Technology

PrimeVent’s patented degassing technology represents a breakthrough in coffee packaging. Using cutting-edge laser technology to engineer customized vents for any bag, roll, or tin, PrimeVent offers a comprehensive, cost-effective solution across the coffee sector. “We ensure optimal product protection for our customers, delivering an outstanding and consistent experience for their consumers,” Jacobs emphasizes.

A Modern Solution

Jacobs highlights that traditional button valves, designed in the 1960s and still operating on the same mechanical principles, are outdated and unreliable. PrimeVent offers a superior alternative—delivering greater consistency while reducing plastic waste by up to 96% compared to button valves. This equates to saving 1 ton of plastic for every 1 million bags sold, aligning with growing consumer demand for sustainable and socially conscious practices.

Expanding Across the Globe

After a successful commercialization in Australasia under Jacobs’ leadership, PrimeVent is rapidly scaling across the U.S. and is set to establish a global presence. The company continues to invest in research and development, with exciting new technologies already in testing. PrimeVent is actively seeking strategic partnerships with premium coffee brands, roasters, packaging machinery suppliers, and converters to drive global growth.

Amanda Dinauer