Welcome to Packworld.com
MAGAZINE:
June 2009

Showcase Online Directory
Showcase Online Directory
Hundreds of supplier profiles



Reclosable packaging
Articles

Abbott develops sustainable packaging guidelines

06/09

Content Type Image  Healthcare company revises product features and designs to limit the adverse environmental effects from manufacturing through disposal.

Single-serve pouch pulls off premixed, frozen margaritas

05/09

Content Type Image  Premixed margaritas can be enjoyed in flexible, fun pouch packaging that eliminates the blender.

2008/2009 AmeriStar winners revealed

04/09

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

Packaging salaries rise despite economic recession

04/09

Content Type Image  An exclusive IoPP/Packaging World survey reveals that average 2008 total compensation tops $100,000. Advancement opportunities, economic factors challenge packaging pros.

Squeezable pouch is perfect for Squish’ems!

04/09

Content Type Image   A new vitamin-enriched fruit snack from Dole Packaged Foods Canada encourages kids to squeeze and slurp their food.

Brown sugar stays soft in a premeasured pouch

04/09

Content Type Image  Imperial Sugar breaks from the commodity pack, introducing brown sugar in 1/4-cup pouches.

Three-step blood bag reduces risks and costs

03/02/09

Content Type Image  Blood collection bag permits users to lyophilize, store, and reconstitute blood in a single device, a prototype of which has been sent to the U.S. Army. 

Enhanced zipper supports cheese’s positioning

03/09

Content Type Image  Consumers equate product quality with package quality.

Flexible films find gold in FPA awards

03/09

Content Type Image  Vacuum skin packaging, gorgeous stand-up pouches, and a WHO winner with life-saving potential are among the highlights in this year’s FPA competition.

Miller Lite launches in aluminum pint bottles

02/09

Content Type Image  Miller Brewing Co., Milwaukee, WI, is serving up Miller Lite Beer in 16-oz Alumi-Tek® aluminum pint bottles supplied by Ball Corp. (www.ball.com).

More
Featured Suppliers
More
Multimedia

Packaging philosophies guide AFP through stormy economic seas

Content Type Image  By modifying used packaging machinery and combining production runs, American FlexPack cost-effectively produces single-use packs for its customers.

Servo pouch machine    Sponsored Grey Star

Content Type Image  Hudson’s Model 750 machine produces a variety of stand-up pouches. System shown runs 170 pouches/min in a two-lane configuration, producing 340/min total. Versatile machine folds film, applies and seals zipper, and seals pouch.

Vertical stand-up pouching machine    Sponsored Grey Star

Content Type Image  Matrix Packaging Machinery’s Aurora operates in a small footprint, producing pouches up to 11” x 13”, at speeds to 45 bags/min. Offers zipper applicator, automatic web edge guide and film tracking system, and a SmartSweep pleat removal system.

More
Newsletters
Editorial Newsletters
New Issue Alert: Packaging World Magazine
Shelf Impact! Package design strategies
Contract Packaging: Industry trends
eClip: Breaking packaging news
Packaging Insights: Tips & best practices
New Machines: New packaging machines
Global Packaging Minute: Quick news globally
Greener Package: Knowledge exchange for sustainable packaging

On the Edge: Keith Campbell speaks out!
Market Trends: Stats driving package trends
Packaging Jobs: The latest packaging jobs

Sponsored Publications
Production & Packaging Reporter Industrial packaging
Packaging Automation Automation strategies for machines
Packaging Line Solutions Line strategies

Production & Packaging Reporter     Packaging Automation

Packaging Line Solutions
Once monthly. Don't miss intelligence crucial to your job and business! Click on any newsletter to view a sample Privacy Policy
Grey Star indicates a sponsored article that was submitted directly to this Web site by the supplier, and was not handled by the PW editorial staff. Packaging World may share your contact information with our sponsors, as detailed in our Privacy Policy. Packaging World will not share your information with a sponsor whose content you have not reviewed.
Home | Subscribe | Advertise | Contact us