Natalie CraigLabelsWeber Packaging Solutions: Wax thermal-transfer ribbonsWeber Packaging SolutionsThe Go-Mark 100 ribbons feature a rich blackness for basic label printing applications such as shipping and product identification bar code labels.July 25, 2017HomeBluePrint Automation hires north central regional sales managerJim Campbell will be responsible for North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, and Northern Illinois, as BPA's new North Central Regional Sales Manager.July 25, 2017HomeMargo Chase dies in aviation accidentMargo founded Chase Design Group in 1986, building it into a respected and successful global brand design firm.July 24, 2017HomeThe Institute of Packaging Professionals selects new Executive DirectorJane Chase will succeed Patrick Farrey as IoPP’s new Executive Director.July 21, 2017Plastics/resinsRafesa: Eco-friendly cosmetic bottlesNew PET bottles are 100% recyclable and are compatible with the majority of cosmetics components.July 21, 2017Protective/transport packagingOrbis: Fire-retardant plastic palletsORBIS CorporationFDA-compliant Proliant meets Factory Mutual Insurance standards for commodity classification of idle plastic pallets and NFPA 13/2000 requirements.July 20, 2017Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materialsSpongy Portions Cup: Biodegradable portion cupSpongy cups are made of a biodegradable moisture-absorbing material, so that dry products in the package stay dry even if they are stored in a wet, humid environment.July 19, 2017FlexiblesToray Plastics (America): Ultra-high-barrier pet filmsToray Plastics (America), Inc.Lumirror® MK61HB and PA1HB chlorine-free, barrier-coated polyester films serve as an alternative to foil and deliver oxygen-, moisture-, and aroma-barrier protection.July 19, 2017ContainersArdagh Group: Flint beer bottleArdagh GroupThe 12-oz. Clear Peak bottle with a twist-off closure uses 100% recyclable flint glass.July 18, 2017LabelsConstantia Flexibles sells labels division to Multi-ColorThis value-creating transaction will bring together Constantia Labels’ food and beverage business with Multi-Color’s wine and spirits and home and personal care platforms.July 18, 2017Previous PagePage 25 of 61Next PageTop StoriesRecyclingMaterial Innovations Seek to Close the LoopAt the 2025 Packaging Recycling Summit, speakers share how they’re tackling the tricky balance between performance and recyclability in new packaging materials, including barrier coatings for paper, molded fiber bottles, and PCR stretch film.Containers & ClosuresWater Brand is First to Commercialize PET Bottle CapWorkforceStudents Step into the Spotlight at PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2025Reusable/ReturnableVideo Show & Tell: Inside Clean Cult’s Redesign for Refill and ReuseSponsor ContentSemi-automatic Liquid Drum Filler Increases Operator Efficiency