Flexibles

LIVE FROM Pharma EXPO: Transdermal patch constructions

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

September 29, 2015

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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

Flexibles

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

Flexibles

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

Flexibles

Toray Plastics celebrates 30th anniversary with grant

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

September 21, 2015

Flexibles

Glenroy recognized by Packaging World

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

September 12, 2015

Flexibles

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

Flexibles

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

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

Video shows how Langen integrated pouch filling, cartoning, case packing, palletizing and more

See this demo of Langren Group's applications and packaging line engineering expertise, where the company served as a single-source provider and integrator for a soup pouch filling line.

September 3, 2015

Flexible packaging

Clear Lam and Triangle announce licensing agreement for PrimaPak

Clear Lam Packaging Inc. and Triangle Package Machinery Co. offer high-speed, continuous-motion vertical bagging machines featuring PrimaPak equipment interface.

September 3, 2015

Flexibles

Glenroy Inc. named one of America’s healthiest companies

The Wellness Council of America recognizes Glenroy’s wellness programs with a Gold Well Workplace Award.

September 1, 2015