Anne BielerSustainable PackagingSustainability solutions showcased at Pack ExpoMachines and materials with sustainability benefits were presented at Pack Expo 2010, following a keynote by the innovator of UPCYCLING packaging, Tom Szaky, President and Founder of TerraCycle.November 6, 2010FlexiblesAvery Dennison Corporation: Heat-activated steam release valve provides precise control during microwave cookingAvery DennisonNew Flexis Steam valve technology from Avery Dennison eliminates the need to slit or lift the microwave lidding film, bags, or container by the consumer prior to cooking.November 2, 2010ClosuresAmpac Packaging, LLC: New easy to open reclosable zipper is easier to fill and keeps header intactProAmpacAmpac debuts innovation in reclosable flexible packaging.November 2, 2010Petfood/Pet CareAvery Dennison Corporation: Vent for bags of pet foods and lawn/garden products eliminates contaminantsAvery DennisonTwo way air release valve from Avery Dennison reduces trapped air in flexible packages and prevents contaminant entry.November 1, 2010Sustainable PackagingA key driver in sales at retailWhere would retailing be today without vibrant packaging?August 5, 2008Page 1 of 1Top StoriesRecyclingTop 15 of 2025, #10: Consumer Demand for Recyclability Leads to PaperizationThe #10 most clicked article of 2025: Driven by consumer demand for more sustainable packaging, CPGs turn to new materials such as paper and bio-based/compostable plastic, but higher costs, material complexity, and other limitations may slow adoption.Coding & MarkingTop 15 of 2025, #11: P&G’s Tide Laser Marks Cap for Better Dosing Clarity, RecyclabilityRecyclingTop 15 of 2025, #12: Target Launches Paper Bottle in 1200 Stores with Own-Brand WineFilling, Capping & ClosingTop 15 of 2025, #13: New Canning, In-house Shrink Sleeve Labeling, Distinguish Craft BrewerSponsor ContentSide-entry Liquid Mixer Improves Solids Suspension in Large Tanks