Beverage

OxySense: Non-invasive oxygen measurement system

Sidewinder measurement needle measures headspace and dissolved oxygen in closed and opaque containers.

December 14, 2012

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Cartons and boxes

Fiery folkloric characters enliven powdered drink packs

A modern, edgy package design for powdered tea beverage Jade Monk draws inspiration from ancient Japanese folk characters.

December 13, 2012

Flexibles

Innovative dispensing spout for a Heinz juice pouch

Editor Pat Reynolds takes a close look at a uniquely functional dispensing spout applied to a standup aseptic pouch marketed by a Heinz division in the Netherlands.

December 12, 2012

Closures

Reservoir cap keeps vitamins fresh in new energy drink

Company delivers spring water with a bite: VBlast Gator Pit Energy Formula provides energy-enhancing ingredients in a custom cap that dispenses its contents when turned.

December 11, 2012

Plastics/resins

Portola Packaging Inc: Plug-seal closure line

High-density polyethylene line suitable for hot-fill, aseptic beverage packaging applications, including low-acid nutraceuticals.

December 11, 2012

Closures

Reservoir cap keeps vitamins fresh in new energy drink

Company delivers spring water with a bite: VBlast Gator Pit Energy Formula provides energy-enhancing ingredients in a custom cap that dispenses its contents when turned.

December 10, 2012

Containers

PET ‘kegs’

On display at the KHS booth were one-way PET kegs from Petainer in 15-, 20-, and 30-L sizes that are especially suitable for sending beer, cider, or wine to export markets because of their light weight, durability, and low cost relative to other keg material options.

December 6, 2012

Labels

Coke Consolidated division Peel N' Tear label

BYB Brands, a Coke Consolidated division, is taking advantage of special extended-test labels on its Tum-E Yummies brand, a fun, nutritious drink option for kids that comes with a spill-proof sports cap.

December 5, 2012

Containers

Direct bottle printing may cause sleeve market to shrink

Bottle decorating is approaching a tipping point.

December 4, 2012

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Copacker thrives with print-and-apply labelers

Carolina Beverage Group has plenty of expertise in canning energy drinks, teas, and juice-based beverages. Now it’s become something of an expert in print-and-apply labelers, too.

December 4, 2012

Closures

Pack Expo 2012: Dispensing cap activated by consumers

Universal dosage and dispensing cap from Tap The Cap can be filled with powdered ingredients so consumers can conveniently dispense them into bottled beverages.

November 29, 2012

Bag/pouch fill/seal (pre-made bags)

Vertical f/f/s machine runs PE film

Vertical form/fill/seal machine from TNA is especially suitable for use with PE film, which brings TNA more aggressively into the fresh produce arena.

November 25, 2012

Sustainable Packaging

Nestlé reveals the math and science of sustainability

Some smart tools and a 20-year commitment to green ideals span benefits from lightweighting, recycling and bioplastics, to a smaller global carbon footprint.

November 19, 2012