John Spink

Flexibles
Global packaging research collaboration
The column takes a different direction this month, as it looks at how our packaging research and academic institutions coordinate and collaborate on food and beverage packaging research.
July 2, 2009
Tamper-evident machinery
Anti-counterfeit strategy needs interdisciplinary approach
To develop and implement successful anti-counterfeit strategies, you need more than good technology.
March 1, 2009
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Coding, Printing & Labeling
Risk management
Business risks related to food packaging are wide-ranging and everywhere: bisphenol-A (BPA), melamine in pet food or milk, food allergen labeling, country of origin labeling—the list seems endless.
January 7, 2009
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Top Stories
Each can of Nialis non-alcoholic beer depicts silhouetted hikers or explorers bearing flags—a symbolic nod to Summit’s entry into the NA segment.
Package Design
Package Design Plants a Flag for Non-Alcoholic Craft Beer
Summit Brewing’s Nialas non-alcoholic craft beer line uses an adventure-themed packaging design to connect with active consumers and convey the flavor-forward character of the beers.
Paper’s widespread recyclability enables CPGs to incorporate post-consumer materials and reduce use of virgin resources.
Recycling
CPGs Embrace Paper’s Circular Properties, but Shelf Life and Barrier Hurdles Remain
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Robotics
Survey: Automation and Robotics Makes Its Way to Secondary & End-of-Line
This transition is expected to eliminate over 500 metric tons of virgin plastic per year, resulting in an estimated reduction of 694 metric tons of CO₂ emissions annually.
Recycling
Nestlé Purina PetCare, Amcor, and A'Peel Design Packaging for Recyclability
Stainless Steel Liquid Mixers for Demanding Sanitary Applications
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Stainless Steel Liquid Mixers for Demanding Sanitary Applications