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2008/2009 AmeriStar winners revealed

04/09

Content Type Image  The Institute of Packaging Professionals announces the 2008/2009 AmeriStars.

Tuna steaks in retorted plastic cups

03/09

Content Type Image  In September 2008, Vigo, Spain-based seafood processor Miau launched shelf-stable tuna steaks packaged in retorted plastic cups supplied by EDV Packaging (www.edvpackaging.com).

P&G employs sustainability in Prilosec package redesign

01/09

Content Type Image  Easier-opening package meets consumer needs, says John Eadicicco, section head—Health Global Package and Device Development at Procter & Gamble.

Tolmar transitions to thermoforms

10/08

Content Type Image Foil pouches were more costly and didn’t allow health professionals to see what’s inside the package. A clear, thermoformed tray answers the call.

On-line printing brings efficiency to Allpack

09/08

Content Type Image A new blister-pack line at pharmaceutical contract packaging firm Allpack in Basel, Switzerland, is notable for its use of on-line UV-cured flexo printing of foil lidstock.

In - mold labeling

09/08

Content Type Image A filling machine with servo-controlled swirling nozzles isn’t the only new packaging technology installed lately at Campina Heilbronn.

The power of cooperation

08/08

Content Type Image Whenever I’m asked what I like best about my job, the answer is always the same: plant visits.

Soup maker ‘soups up’ printing/coding efficiencies

08/08

Content Type Image Kettle Cuisine standardizes on one coding supplier for foodservice pouches, retail cup labels, and corrugated shipping cases.

Experts analyze medical device packaging market

05/08

Content Type Image Global packaging standards, 11607 packaging compliance, accelerated aging, package failure analyses, and tips for working with consultants were among the key discussion points at the recent MD&M (Medical Design & Manufacturing) West Conference.

Fish for lunchtime

05/08

Content Type Image Marking its 20th year, the DuPont Awards for Packaging Innovation 2008 include a number of notable achievements in sustainable packaging.

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Integrated motor/drive and advanced pneumatics drive machine benefits

Content Type Image  F/f/s machine occupies minimal floor space and uses servo-driven belts instead of shaft-driven chains to pull material through smoothly.

Unique single-serve packaging system    Sponsored Grey Star

Content Type Image  The Snapsil system from Snapsil Corp. takes roll-fed forming material, thermoforms it, fills it with liquid or powder, and then applies roll-fed lidding material. It combines the benefits of a stick pack pouch—portion control, easy to open, easy to dispense—with the convenience of a utensil. The consumer just snaps it open and dispenses. 

Authentication down to tablet or capsule

Content Type Image Contract packager Tjoapack installs a tablet line with coding, scanning, and software capabilities that deliver traceability from pallet all the way back to the unit dose. 

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