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Erin J. Wolford

Sustainable Packaging
Biopolymers in packaging—some hurdles, but strong signs of growth
Europe has led the charge when it comes to embracing biobased packaging. But new and intriguing applications are surfacing in other parts of the world, including Asia and North and South America.
September 27, 2015
Stonyfield Organic YoBaby Yogurt Multi-Packs, a good example of how bioplastics can bring a lower cost and higher or equivalent performance compared to polystyrene, the petroleum-based material typically used for such a package.
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Top Stories
Ferrara has rolled out new Laffy Taffy Mini Bar wrappers designed for a smoother opening experience.
Wrapping
Laffy Taffy Unwraps Easier-to-Open Mini Bar packaging
Long a source of sticky frustration, Laffy Taffy’s wrappers have been reengineered for a clean, one-pull opening, just as sales surge and the brand refreshes its signature jokes.
Thomas Osip, industry liaison officer for the Center of Plastics, Paper and Hybrid Packaging End-of-Life Solutions (C3PS)
Sustainability
New Research Hub C3PS Tackles Packaging Challenges
The design uses minimal material through unique dielines and a streamlined form, reducing environmental impact while maintaining durability for both retail and transit.
Recycling
Target, Brazilian Pet Foods, and Ahlstrom Design Paper-based Packaging
The cleaner sachets are packed in a home-compostable pouch that combines FSC paper, cellulose, and a biopolymer film. The compostable zipper is made from PLA.
Bio-based
Grove Toilet Cleaner Pods Reduce PVA, Use Compostable Pouch
Semi-automatic Liquid Drum Filler Increases Operator Efficiency
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Semi-automatic Liquid Drum Filler Increases Operator Efficiency