Digital Transformation

Diageo’s Johnnie Walker Taps Generative AI for Mass Customization of Labels

A spirits-themed tourist destination in Edinburgh, Scotland, Johnnie Walker Princes Street is hosting Johnnie Walker x Scott Naismith. The company believes it to be the first-ever mash up of Scotch whisky, art, AI, and packaging.

August 8, 2024

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Filling, Capping & Closing

Mary Kay Hits the Sweet Spot on Speed with Mascara Packaging Line

To boost mascara and other tube production at Mary Kay’s Lewisville, Texas facility, it turned out that intermediate speeds and intermittent motion were the right mix of speed, sophistication, and throughput.

July 26, 2024

Labeling

Nita Inc. Acquires Shorewood Engineering LLC

Nita Labeling

Acquisition strengthens Nita's labeling solutions with acquisition of Minnesota-based rotary label specialist.

July 16, 2024

Robotics

AI-based RaaS Packaging Handles CPG Exporter's High-Changeover

At PACK EXPO, LuLu Group company Y International discovered and put to good use an AI-based robotic secondary packaging offering that's uniquely able to handle the ultra-high changeover and throughput of a high-mix, high-volume CPG export operation.

July 11, 2024

Package Printing

drupa Review: Digital Printing’s Table is Ready, Packaging to Benefit

Advances in digital printing quality, speed, and economics have the tech poised to take package printing market share from traditional printing methods. Sharply ascending in-market adoption confirms that what was once a curiosity is becoming mainstream.

June 28, 2024

Digital Transformation

50-Year Barcode ‘Scanniversary’ Heralds Next-Gen, 2D On-pack Barcode

A new GS1 US survey reveals that 77% of consumers seek detailed product information; emerging data-rich barcodes to aid shopper purchase decisions and scan at checkout. These are likely to replace the existing, 50-year-old barcodes currently on packaging.

June 26, 2024

Package Printing

Live at drupa: Software Gives Brands Control of Pack Asset Libraries, Printing Review & Approval

With these new web-based software platforms, brands are taking more control over their own packaging asset libraries, not to mention multi-stakeholder package review and approval processes, that once tended to be the domain of their converter suppliers.

June 13, 2024

Labeling

WLS Appoints Adam Rosenthal as Director of Sales

WLS, a ProMach brand

Industry veteran to lead growth in sales of pressure-sensitive labelers.

June 6, 2024

Labeling

Resource Label Group Bolsters Healthcare Packaging with Beyer Graphics Acquisition

Resource Label Group

Label provider expands RLG Healthcare with the addition of custom folding carton specialist, strengthening its presence in the pharmaceutical and healthcare markets.

May 28, 2024

Labeling

UPM Raflatac Launches RafCycle™ Partner Program

UPM Adhesive Materials

New initiative transforms label release liner waste into new resources, reducing waste, boosting circularity, and empowering brands to meet sustainability targets.

May 9, 2024

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

Labeling

AGH Labels North America Names New Business Development Director

AGH Labels North America

Longtime executive Rogelio Barba Villagran promoted to the position that aims to expand Mexico-based AGH Labels' presence in the United States.

April 17, 2024

Coding, Printing & Labeling

HERMA US to Showcase Trifecta of Advanced Labeling Equipment at PACK EXPO East

HERMA

Machines feature multifaceted set of efficient, user-friendly, and precision label application capabilities.

March 15, 2024