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Flexibles

The wrap-up: Surprising packaging

Unexpected pairings of product and package raise editors' and consumers' awareness.

January 31, 2006

Soups/Condiments/Sauces/Spices/Dips/Dressings

FDA nixes tomato health claim

FDA will not allow manufacturers of tomato products and dietary supplements containing lycopene to put health claims on labels and in advertising that link lycopene to a reduced risk of many forms of cancer.

December 31, 2005

Flexibles

Second cartoner speeds hurricane relief efforts

Machine allows Innotech to double the production and shipment of its self-heating meals to assist displaced victims and relief workers during last year’s disastrous hurricane season.

December 31, 2005

Flexibles

Aseptically packaged and microwavable

Chef Creations of Orlando, FL, has launched Hollandaise, Alfredo, and Classic Brown sauces in the Tetra Wedge Aseptic Microwavable package from Tetra Pak.

November 30, 2005

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Qualified health claims hard to swallow

FDA reconsiders wording as food packagers become interested in making health claims on package labels.

November 30, 2005

Additives, coatings & inks

Barrier resin suitability

Invista has announced that its PolyShield™ MXD6 barrier resin is suited for use in food pkg. applications in the European Union in contact with all food types, except for fatty foods and foods with an alcohol content greater than 10%.

October 31, 2005

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

Luciano Packaging: Multifunctional vf/f/s machine

The new Key-Pak Model El-1200 produces flat-bottom, side-gusseted stand-up packages and standard pillow packages on the same vf/f/s machine. Features include quick tooling and program changeovers, stepper motor film drive system, PLC controls with color touchscreen, easy program selection from a list of various bag and product combinations, and free training on all Key-Pak models.

September 30, 2005

Secondary Packaging

Marinade design exudes New York

A label with unique styling adds excitement, curiosity, and intrigue to Mikey’s New York Steak Marinade introduced into New York City in April 2005.

September 30, 2005

Labels

Lid provides structural support for bundled jars

Secondary package stability is crucial for success in shrink-sleeve bundling two or more products into multi-packs that won’t tip over or tear when handled.

September 30, 2005

Beverage

The wrap-up: Unintentional package humor

Every so often, we like to present a look at the amusing side of packaging. This time, we are reminded that stating the obvious can be downright funny.

September 30, 2005

Recycling

Confirming credibility--beyond the package

It’s said that buying decisions are made at retailer’s shelves and that packaging is the ultimate influencer.

August 31, 2005

Protective/transport packaging

ISU gains big assists from industry

Indiana State University is tapping packaging resources through its new R&D Center.

August 31, 2005