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Contract packaging
Reasons Behind Beverage Packaging Equipment Investment Climb
Packaging and processing professionals break down their reasoning for expected increases in beverage packaging equipment investment.
March 14, 2025
Sustainability
SC Johnson’s Ocean Pollution Exhibit Explores the Paradox of Plastic
‘The Blue Paradox’ exhibit at the Chicago Museum of Science & Industry immerses visitors in the global crisis of plastic pollution, while inspiring actionable change.
March 13, 2025
Digital Transformation
Connected Worker Solutions for Smart Manufacturing
Representatives from Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence provide insight to packaging and processing companies in need of smart manufacturing solutions.
March 13, 2025
Contract packaging
Camco Chemical Has a Formula for Success
In the heart of Northern Kentucky, just ten minutes south of Cincinnati, Camco Chemical has quietly grown into a powerhouse of contract chemical manufacturing.
March 13, 2025
Contract packaging
Getting the Mix Right at EW Packaging
Contract manufacturer’s new Rotary Batch Mixer from Munson Machinery slashes cycle times, overages for dry product operation.
March 12, 2025
Recycling
McDonald's, Better Battery Co., and James Cropper's Switch to Paper Products
ThePackHub
See a few examples of paperization switches from McDonald's, Better Battery Co., and James Cropper from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone.
March 12, 2025
Recycling
Community Poll: Challenges of Implementing Fiber-Based Packaging
Learn about the challenges your peers are facing in implementing fiber-based packaging.
March 12, 2025
Digital Transformation
Tootsie Roll Slashes Line Data Analysis Time by 90% with OEE-trained AI Layer
Tech-spotting at PACK EXPO Southeast: The confectionery icon can now query & interrogate its live packaging line OEE data via common language prompts within OEE software by OFS. Also by OFS, this new Mavyn AI layer also interprets data & suggests actions.
March 11, 2025
Recycling
Paper-based Blister-style Packs Make a Splash at PACK EXPO Southeast
A subset of the paperization trend, some brand owners are moving from thermoformed plastic trays with cardstock backing to fully fiber-based blister packs. The trend was noticeable at PACK EXPO Southeast, with both materials & machinery vendors involved.
March 10, 2025
Controls & Machine Components
Industry Speaks: The Shifting Landscape of Aftermarket Services
As the demand for aftermarket services grows, the industry faces challenges in parts availability, lead times, and skilled technician shortages, prompting a shift towards digital solutions.
March 10, 2025
Digital Transformation
Five Strategies to Secure Resources for Maintenance Teams
A VP of Customer Success from a CMMS platform and a Maintenance Planner from a beef manufacturer discuss strategies to help packaging and processing maintenance teams secure resources to maximize efficiency, compliance, and improve operations.
March 10, 2025
Contract packaging
Beverage Packaging Equipment Expects Three-Year Growth Spurt
Representatives from beverage companies believe the industry’s packaging sector is expecting growth.
March 7, 2025
Recycling
Orkla's Panda Pilots Paper Wrapper, Joins Confectionery Trend
Finnish brand owner Orkla Snacks tapped UPM Specialty Papers to pilot a new paper wrapper for its Panda milk chocolate brand. It's yet another data point in a growing movement toward paper-based films in confectionery and on-the-go energy or granola bars.
March 6, 2025
Workforce
Workforce Dynamics: Recruiting and Retaining Quality Workers in a Tight Labor Market
Labor challenges aren't going away, which means employers need to adapt their recruitment practices or get left behind.
March 6, 2025
Robotics
Rain Supercharges Throughput with Palletization, Automation
Alongside a host of other recent packaging automation improvements, cobot palletization has helped Rain Pure Mountain Spring speed up packaging line operations while allowing for labor reallocation.
March 5, 2025
Sustainability
Sustainability’s Impact on Packaging’s Future—Insights from Mars & Sonoco
At Clemson’s FRESH Summit, industry leaders dive into the future of sustainable packaging, emphasizing collaboration, innovation, and the critical role of storytelling in driving real change.
March 5, 2025
Sustainability
Fiber-Based Packaging’s Positive Sustainability Story
Experts at the Clemson’s FRESH Summit explore the growing potential of fiber-based packaging as a sustainable alternative, highlighting both its benefits and challenges.
March 4, 2025
Case/Tray Packing
Once Upon a Farm Automates Case Packing for New Recycle-ready Pouches
This marketer of high-quality nutritious baby food and children’s snacks has found a way to improve case packing while also getting its toes wet in recycle-ready pouches.
February 28, 2025
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