The extrusion laminator operates more efficiently than ever.
OEM Application Note January, 27 2012
As customer requirements surpassed the capabilities of this aging behemoth, flexible packaging producer Amgraph breathed new life into it with new drives and controls.
There is a unique combination of properties in the multilayer coextrusion.
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Protective packaging cuts waste and cost

A multilayer blown coextrusion with Surlyn at the core is the key to keeping a high-gloss, thermoplastic washing machine door ‘bezel’ from getting scratched.
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Intellectual property concepts are always timely

The area of law referred to as “intellectual property,” encompassing patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade dress and trade secrets, can be a source of confusion for many people.
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Sweet-pepper glaze in 32-oz PET bottle ideal for club-store use

Move to decanter-style, lightweight PET bottle by Heritage Family Specialty Foods for its sweet-pepper glaze provides entry into club-store market segment.
Column/Opinion
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The polar bear debate

Like many others, I was confused when Coca-Cola launched its flagship Coke product in a primarily white and silver polar bear can. To me, the beverage I call “Coke” comes in a can that is red.
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Solid waste association supports waste-to-energy

The Solid Waste Association of North America issues policy in support of the use of WTE technology, where it is consistent with EPA and local government programs.
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NSF to administer BPI certification program

Agreement expected to bolster credibility and capability of Compostable Logo program and enable BPI to expand its educational and marketing activities.
Column/Opinion
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Packaging: A key driver for the future

In leading companies, packaging will no longer be thought of as only a cost and support center. Leaders are starting to recognize the value packaging provides.
27-ft long right-angle machine, used by Gooding to produce inserts and outserts.
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New folding machine produces for Gooding

Machinery investment allows insert/outsert manufacturer to produce up to 210 panels, helping pharmaceutical customers comply with FDA rule changes.
Column/Opinion
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ConAgra speaks to the future of innovation

Mark Yunker, principal packaging engineer, Research, Quality and Innovation, for ConAgra Foods, offers insights from more than 30 years in the business and provides packaging suppliers with some valuable suggestions.
Column/Opinion
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Tamper evidence revisited

We’re seeing a renewed interest in tamper-evident packaging that also incorporates brand protection functionality.
Sam's Club vitamins
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Sam's Club’s introduces Simply Right vitamin line

Reformulated vitamin and supplement line replaces Sam’s Club Member’s Mark line, using package design based on member feedback.
Pira global
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Pira forecasts $820 billion global packaging market by 2016

Report predicts food and drinks industry will grow by almost $43 billion combined, with health care packs rising 4.5% each year to $34 billion by 2016.

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