Jim ButschliConveying & accumulationGolden Stream adds 'zip' to its bagsTo give consumers a sealed and reclosable bag, candy and snack maker Golden Stream adds new compact zipper applicator onto an existing form/fill/seal line. Savings vs preapplied bags and an option to run nonzipper webs keeps company as flexible as its packaging.March 31, 1995Secondary PackagingSoftware systems 'pop' big savings for WeaverComputer software helps Weaver Popcorn improve pallet patterns and downsize corrugated shippers. The result is savings of thousands in freight and material costs.February 28, 1995Conveying & accumulationCoca-Cola France meets international demandNew packaging system allows Coca-Cola Production, Socx, France, to "twin-stack" 33-cL cans into paperboard cartons to meet demands of consumers in France, Germany, Belgium, the Commonwealth of Independent States and Africa.February 28, 1995RecyclingCorrugated container reaps sweet rewards for Chilean grape growerProhens switches from wooden crates to corrugated boxes to pack grapes for export. Lighter box provides protection, speeds set-up and reduces labor costs for Chilean grape grower.February 28, 1995Conveying & accumulationCoca-Cola's efficiency soars with ultrasonicsUltrasonic proximity and motion control sensors improve efficiency and reduce downtime at Coca-Cola Bottling Consolidated's Mobile, AL plant.January 31, 1995Blisters/clamshells/skin packagingTrapped coupons free Maybelline salesMaybelline's special promotion of blister-packed cosmetics entices consumers with redeemable fanfolded coupons that are trapped between two SBS cards.December 31, 1994Previous PagePage 192 of 192
