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Sustainable Packaging
AB InBev’s Four Peaks Takes the Guesswork Out of Recycling
The Arizona Craft Brewer is revamping its sustainability messaging alongside its package design with the addition of CIRT’s digital, location-based recycling tool.
May 6, 2024
Consumers can scan the CIRT QR code on the back of all Four Peaks packaging to access local recycling information.
Reusable/Returnable
Dr. Bronner’s Paperboard Cartons Refill rPET Bottles to Ace LCA
Paperboard cartons get high LCA marks, but break down when wet. Meanwhile, 100% rPET bottles are circular, work great in the shower, and if they're refilled, are not single-use. Dr. Bronner’s refillable carton leverages both formats' strengths.
May 3, 2024
According to a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), the carton format had the lowest environmental footprint of all the options, which compared PCR, molded fiber, glass, aluminum, and paper cartons. Using cartons to refill more durable rPET bottles makes the whole system bathroom- and shower-worthy, since the cartons themselves deteriorate in wet environments.
Beer
How Can Craft Brewers Shape the Future of the Industry?
Craft brewers are nearing the end of the era of rapid adoption and must find ways to increase demand and create more occasions for American drinkers to choose craft.
May 2, 2024
Bart Watson, Chief Economist for the Brewers Association, gave his annual report on the state of the craft brewer industry.
Sustainable Packaging
Strong Opinions Vary on Progress of Global Plastic Policy at INC4
The fourth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-4) for a Global Plastics Treaty ended with some questioning the headway made on the future of plastic production and recycling.
May 1, 2024
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Labeling
FDA Labeling Changes Could Come at a Cost for Food Processors
Front-of-pack labeling, reduced sodium and sugar levels, and enforced ingredient traceability are on the horizon for food manufacturers. Here’s what processors can expect next.
May 1, 2024
FDA FOP Labeling Examples
Home
Challenges of Data Governance and Security in Packaging
Packaging industry executives are finding major benefits to increased data accessibility, but with accessible data comes security concerns.
April 30, 2024
Packaging industry executives suggest bringing IT and OT leaders together to discuss data analytics.
Recycling
Hotel Amenity Bottle Uses 100% Ocean-Bound Plastic
Natural personal care brand LATHER sources certified ocean-bound HDPE for a bottle for its new Landscapes Collection of amenities for hotels and resorts.
April 30, 2024
The 100% ocean-bound plastic bottle in earth-tone colors with a black dispensing pump is being used for five Landscape Collection hotel products from LATHER.
Sustainable Packaging
IBM's Bill Green Says Sustainability Can and Should Be Everyone's Job
At the ISTA Forum's TransPack, Green said that beyond the business and moral case for reducing carbon impact, environmental regulations around the globe are increasing and getting more diverse, and companies must be ready.
April 26, 2024
IBM’s Bill Green spoke at ISTA’s TransPack about pushing for sustainable practices and telling your sustainability story.
Sustainable Packaging
Henkel, Chobani, and Coop and Emmi Introduce Recyclable Packaging Innovations
ThePackHub
See a few examples of recyclable packaging innovations from Henkel, Chobani, and Coop and Emmi from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone.
April 26, 2024
The floatable shrink sleeves on Henkel's fabric softener packaging facilitate separation during recycling.
Workforce
Clemson Announces Spring 2024 Outstanding Packaging Science Senior Award Winners
Clemson University announces two Spring 2024 awards. Sarah Dumont is the Robert Testin Outstanding Senior in Packaging Science winner, and Ezekiel Guevarra becomes the Packaging World Outstanding Packaging Science Senior.
April 25, 2024
Sarah Dumont (left) and Ezekiel Guevarra (right) received scholarships for distinguished performance in Clemson's Packaging Science program.
Home
Data and Analytics Management Varies Across Companies
Methods of data management across the packaging and processing industry vary greatly, but one major trend with some controversy is the move toward cloud storage.
April 25, 2024
Cloud data storage can act as a backup for disaster recovery.
Digital Transformation
Applesauce Maker Fortifies Supply Chain with Procurement Tech
Pouched applesauce producer Materne adds two carton suppliers to its network and cuts $1 million in annual costs by adopting procurement software.
April 25, 2024
Materne used procurement software on its latest carton RFP to bolster its supplier network and save $1 million per year.
Recycling
Nesquik’s New Shrink-Sleeve Labels Make Packaging 100% Recyclable
Five years of R&D results in a new shrink-sleeve label for Nestlé’s Nesquik RTD dairy beverage packaging that is 100% recyclable and provides the required light-blocking functionality.
April 24, 2024
All seven Nesquik flavors will be available with the new recyclable shrink-sleeve label by June of this year.
Sustainable Packaging
New EU Rules Adopted to Reduce, Reuse and Recycle Packaging
The rules include packaging reduction targets (5% by 2030, 10% by 2035 and 15% by 2040) and require EU countries to reduce, in particular, the amount of plastic packaging waste
April 24, 2024
Measures cover the full life cycle of packaging and will lead to less packaging, less waste, and restrictions on certain packaging formats
Digital Transformation
Harnessing the Power of AI
Read a transcript of OEM's Harnessing the Power of AI webinar with David McGraw, Senior Director of Alvarez and Marsal. Learn how AI is already utilized in packaging and processing and where it could be applied in the future.
April 24, 2024
Harnessing The Power Of Ai
Sustainable Packaging
Brau Union Austria, Yves Rocher, and Glow Recipe Introduce Refillable and Returnable Packaging
ThePackHub
See a few examples of refillable and returnable packaging solutions by Brau Union Austria, Yves Rocher, and Glow Recipe from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone.
April 23, 2024
Brau Union Austria's new reusable bottle is one-third lighter than conventional reusable containers.
Cartoning
Fully Adjustable Gating System Reduces Cartoner Changeover Time
Econocorp’s lattice-style crank gating system meets customer demand for an easier, faster changeover option.
April 23, 2024
Econocorp's Spartan Beverage Cartoner now features a fully adjustable, lattice-style crank gating system.
Workforce
SPE Foundation Debuts Sustainable Packaging Patch for Girl Scouts
The new Girl Scout Gold Award SPE Foundation Grant is now available for eligible Girl Scouts who wish to make a positive impact on community recycling, sustainability, or diversity in STEM, helping fund Girl Scout troops interested in participating.
April 23, 2024
The hands-on curriculum behind the patch is intended to change the perception of packaging, teach basic recycling, promote packaging degree programs, teach girls to create a personal sustainability plan, and to make a career in packaging seem “cool” by exposing participants to people (especially women) that exemplify cool packaging careers.
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