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Package design
Unilever, GSK, and Las Quinas Introduce Packaging Designed for User Engagement
ThePackHub
See a few examples of packaging designed for user engagement by Unilever, GSK, and Las Quinas from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone.
March 18, 2024
Unilever's partnership with Be My Eyes allows customers who are blind or visually impaired to easily access product information and recipes.
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Half-height Depalletizer Covers Gamut of Containers, Materials
Ska Fabricating's HHA 5000 automatic depalletizer was live on the show floor at PACK EXPO East 2024. The equipment's robust capacity, unloads pallets with weights up to two tons, offering reliable and efficient depalletization, the company says.
March 18, 2024
Ska Fabricating's HHA 5000 automatic depalletizer.
Sustainable Packaging
KDP Unveils Plant-based, Compostable, Single-Serve Coffee Pod Concept
Plastic- and aluminum-free single-serve coffee pods use an alginate-based primary package material with some barrier properties. The system will employ recyclable secondary packaging with additional barrier. Many packaging details remain to be sorted.
March 15, 2024
The plant-based coating doesn’t dissolve into the coffee—it stays intact during the brewing process. So, after the K-Rounds are brewed, consumers will have to dispose of the remaining spent coating. It is expected to be certified compostable.
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Non-Alcoholic Beer and Spirits Buzzing in the Craft Market
Trends like Dry January and Sober October are fueling growth in non-alcoholic beer and spirits, and craft producers are adding these products to their portfolios in response.
March 15, 2024
Non-alcoholic beverages can generally be packaged in the same format as their boozy counterparts, making it easier for craft producers to add an N/A option to their portfolios.
Contract Packaging
CPGs: Find a Contract Partner Who Rides Against the Current
Read what Reynolds Consumer Products says are the qualities to look for in a contract manufacturer or packager.
March 15, 2024
Doug Powell, vice president of global commercialization at Reynolds Consumer Products emphasizes a great contract partner survives and grows through failures.
Sustainable Packaging
Stella Artois, Pringles, and World of Zing Introduce Paper Packaging Innovations
ThePackHub
See a few examples of paper packaging innovations by Stella Artois, Pringles, and World of Zing from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone.
March 14, 2024
Stella Artois' new bottle case features perforation to allow the pack to split into a tray.
Beverage
Lazy Magnolia Blooms After Automation Influx
Lazy Magnolia Brewing Company’s recent front-of-line automation investments are supporting in-house and contract packing growth, with plans for secondary packaging investment to further quicken operations.
March 14, 2024
Lazy Magnolia's own brand canned beers currently use pressure-sensitive labels, but the brewery plans to switch to printed cans as soon as volume justifies the move.
Package design
PepsiCo’s Rockstar Brand Visually Aligns On-Pack Designs Across Portfolio
Learn which well-known energy drink employed a new visual identity system that prioritizes constancy across the portfolio.
March 13, 2024
The fresh, more consistent and unified look will extend across all international Rockstar Energy flavors in multi-touchpoint campaigns, and anywhere else you find Rockstar in 2024.
Sustainability
First-in-Nation Maine EPR for Packaging Law Close to Reality
Once implemented, the law could provide a template for other states exploring extended producer responsibility for packaging laws.
March 13, 2024
First In Nation Maine Epr For Packaging Law Close To Reality
Sustainable Packaging
German Retailer Pilots On-site Food Product Refill System
dm drogerie pilots MIWA’s module-based refill system for its dmBio line of loose food products, providing a personalized shopping experience for consumers and minimizing packaging waste.
March 11, 2024
Reusable packaging
Contract Packaging
MSI, a Model of Growth and Excellence
With an eye on sustainability, strategy, and customer care, the co-manufacturer expands and perfects its services.
March 11, 2024
MSI Express’ Batavia, IL, location and center of excellence for stick-pack production.
Contract Packaging
Industry News: How Your European Counterparts Step Up in Terms of Innovation
Sirio launched pharma targeted softgels at CPHI Barcelona for menopause and eye health as part of the CDMO’s efforts to help premium OTC brands launch novel nutraceutical combinations faster.
March 11, 2024
Compound Dha Algae Oil Vegetarian Softgel 03 Rs
Contract Packaging
What’s Your Game?
4 common constructs to build your contractual relationship with a brand or consumer packaged good company customer.
March 11, 2024
Robby Martin, Sr. Packaging Engineer, Bush Brothers & Co.
Contract Packaging
Navigating the World of Robots
Tips and considerations when investing in a robot.
March 11, 2024
Jerry Thompson, President of Combined Technologies, Inc.
Contract Packaging
What CPA Has Been Doing for You
Association for Contract Packagers & Manufacturers (CPA)
CPA members: Take advantage of amazing speakers, game changing reports, and opportunities through events.
March 11, 2024
Cpa
Contract Packaging
Decisions on Technology
As the manufacturing world tends more towards automation, digitization, and robotics, contract packagers and contract manufacturers have choices to make.
March 11, 2024
Melissa Griffen
Operational Excellence
Craft Market Success Comes in Many Packages
Craft producers can build greater brand awareness by focusing on factors like primary packaging variety, multipacks, and specialty releases.
March 8, 2024
Various packaging sizes, multipack options, and specialty releases can help craft producers stand out from the crowd and grow brand loyalty.
Sustainability
SC Johnson and AMERIPEN Testify About Federal-Level EPR
The multiple-day hearings highlighted a need for collaboration between the government and the primary stakeholders to come up with a palatable program.
March 8, 2024
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