Flexible packaging

Raising the bar on safety

A confectionery manufacturer installs 19 metal detectors at six of its production plants to ensure product quality.

April 5, 2009

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Packaging philosophies guide AFP through stormy economic seas

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

April 5, 2009

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Boxed benefits

A colorful box complements EcoTraction’s innovative stand-up pouches. Earth Innovations vp of operations Marc Appleby says the self-merchandising boxes hold six 5-lb bags.

April 5, 2009

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5-lb bag offers handle and spout

Retailers’ requests result in a smaller, value-added bag for EcoTraction from Earth Innovations.

April 5, 2009

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Recycled PET roll stock

IPF Integrated Packaging Films' ECO-THERM 100% Post Consumer Recycled content PET roll stock is produced 100% from recycled water, juice, soda and sports drink bottles.

April 4, 2009

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Squeezable pouch is perfect for Squish'ems!

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

April 2, 2009

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A salary survey that sparkles

I’m sure you noticed a special luster on this month’s cover.

April 2, 2009

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Tea wrapped in compostable film

Metallized and suitable for home composting, this cellulose-based film is used by Twinings.

April 1, 2009

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Brown sugar stays soft in a premeasured pouch

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

April 1, 2009

Case/tray packing

First ARC Forum to address packaging innovation

For the first time, the ARC Automation Forum devoted an entire track to packaging machinery.

March 30, 2009

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Master Packaging announces leadership appointments

Master Packaging, Inc., has appointed Brian Votaw and Terry Smith to leadership positions in the company.

March 20, 2009

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Salazar launches GlobeGuardProducts.com

A new online store, http://www.globeguardproducts.com enables small and medium size companies to purchase quality, competitively priced, sustainable packaging materials.

March 19, 2009

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Skillet-meal pouches add impact to freezer case

Heinz serves up T.G.I. Friday's brand meals in convenient stand-up pouches.

March 15, 2009