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Pouched product disrupts cookie dough category

Cookie dough mix in a pouch has been a common packaging format for some time. But what about refrigerated cookie dough in a pouch?

October 5, 2015

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

Vertical form/fill/seal detects product in the seal area

New vf/f/s bagger from Rovema has "sense-and-seal" technology that detects product in the seal area and prevents the knives from cutting the bag, avoiding downtime related to seal jaws and cut-off knives. Seal force can be precisely calibrated for smoother operation.

September 30, 2015

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LIVE FROM Pharma EXPO: New product development

Have you considered bringing in a converting partner for your transdermal packaging?

September 29, 2015

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LIVE FROM Pharma EXPO: Transdermal patch constructions

Bemis is testing sealant layer material constructions for the growing transdermal patch market.

September 29, 2015

Form/fill/seal - horizontal

Servo-driven horizontal f/f/s line for pouches and fitment application

Bossar's new all-servo-driven horizontal f/f/s pouch-making machine enables higher speeds, higher efficiencies, fewer moving parts, and less maintenance. Video demo shows single-serve pouches with fitments being applied.

September 29, 2015

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LIVE FROM Pharma EXPO: Oxygen absorption

Oxygen absorber from Mitsubishi extends shelf life and can be incorporated into sheet, bottles, blisters, and film layers.

September 28, 2015

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

21st Century packaging model: make/fill

In its broadest sense, “form/fill/seal” continues to be a disruptive innovation with a more profound impact on packaging than any technology since the Phoenicians discovered how to make glass 2,400 years ago.

September 27, 2015

Form/fill/seal - horizontal

Dual-motion hf/f/s produces 90 packs/min

Italian soap manufacturer Gruppo Desa expands into stand-up pouches for some of its liquid products using the first hf/f/s machine that combines intermittent and continuous motion.

September 27, 2015

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Cellulose-based film fits into food company’s philosophy

A line of all-natural food for kids from South Africa is packaged in renewable, compostable film that aligns with the company’s goal of protecting our children’s future.

September 23, 2015

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Toray Plastics celebrates 30th anniversary with grant

Toray Plastics (America) receives a $25K grand from Rhode Island in its 30th year.

September 21, 2015

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Glenroy recognized by Packaging World

Glenroy celebrates their 50th anniversary with an award presented by Packaging World.

September 12, 2015

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Chia protein bar uses ‘Modern Primitive’ aesthetic

The new Chia Protein Bar from Health Warrior uses package graphics that reflect the wisdom of Aztec and Inca warriors while highlighting the latest nutritional findings.

September 8, 2015

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Coveris names Craig Reese President of Americas Food & Consumer

Craig Reese brings 30 years of management experience to Coveris’ business unit that is expanding operations in Latin America.

September 8, 2015