Flexible packaging

Wet wipe maker pioneers 'Eco-Choice' sustainability platform

Contract manufacturer/packager Guy & O’Neill, Inc. rolls out an ambitious plan that incorporates sustainability into wet wipe manufacturing, materials, and packaging.

March 2, 2008

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Kodak rocks the packaging boat

When Kodak brought its patented MEMS print head to market, predictable packaging just would not do. A stand-up pouch stands out on store shelves.

March 2, 2008

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DVD package built with sustainable 'ark-itecture'

Evan Almighty launches in a special, paper-based DVD package in Canada.

March 2, 2008

Filling/capping, liquid & viscous

'Crisper' snack packaging performance

With a projected two-year ROI, a new popcorn bagging machine runs faster and reduces packaging material waste.

March 2, 2008

Flexible packaging

Industry watch

March 2, 2008

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Sustainability news & events

March 2, 2008

Blisters/clamshells/skin packaging

Fighting counterfeit drugs

In the next decade, counterfeit drugs will double, according to Alistair Dand, marketing manager for LGR Emballages, a supplier of folding cartons in France. Currently, one out of every two drugs bought on the Internet is a fake.

March 2, 2008

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Flip-top flavor enhancers for dog food

In June 2007, Chomp, Inc., Weymouth, MA, introduced Sniffers Shake-Ins Meal Enhancers for dog food. The dry granulated products are available in three flavors (chicken, bacon, and liver) and are formulated to enhance flavor, add protein, and aid healthy digestion.

March 2, 2008

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Pallet stretch film goes global

The global market for pallet stretch film is forecast to increase by 1 million tons over the next five years according to a new report from Applied Market Information Ltd. (AMI).

March 2, 2008

Sustainability

Unique reclosable package offers significant sustainability, cost savings, and marketing advantages

The Flexible Jug™ is a reclosable package from General Packaging with a cap and a carrying handle. The Flexible Jug™ offers significant sustainability, cost savings, and marketing advantages when compared to stand-up bags and plastic pails.

February 26, 2008

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Premeasured packets spice up consumer kitchens

One-teaspoon-size packets of organic spices make measurement simple and keep flavors fresh.

February 26, 2008

Flow wrapping

High-speed automated horizontal wrapping line for breakfast sandwiches

Video footage from Formost Fuji  Corporation shows an actual fully automated breakfast sandwich horizontal wrapping line.

February 25, 2008

Bag/pouch fill/seal (pre-made bags)

New peelable, resealable flexible packaging technology from Japan, Europe

Reseal-it from Formost Fuji Corporation is demonstrated in this video clip for a variety of vertical and horizontal form/fill/seal packages, for a wide range of products including cheese, sliced deli meats, and candy.

February 25, 2008