Containers

P&G detergent packet tubs are now child-resistant

With the introduction of the Child-Guard tub, all packaging formats for Procter & Gamble’s Tide PODS and Gain Flings liquid laundry detergent packets are child-resistant.

August 1, 2017

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Filling/capping, liquid & viscous

Sterling CPI: Positioned for growth

With a new 145,000-sq-ft facility and a significant investment in new equipment, Sterling Contract Packaging of Moore, SC, is equipped to expand its turnkey contract packaging services.

July 19, 2017

Flexibles

Digital printing boosts pet treat sales

Clear Conscience Pet has seen a big boost in brand recognition and sales since it switched from unprinted pouches with hand applied pressure-sensitive labels to new digitally printed pouches.

July 11, 2017

Flexibles

Salon disinfectant gets makeover after 70 years

New pre-measured disinfectant in a pod for salon tools makes it easier for beauty professionals to mix a safe disinfectant every time and reduces the environmental impact of disinfectant packaging.

June 17, 2017

Containers

Spiral debossed can helps mechanics get a grip

Cyclo Industries is the first to use a new spiral debossed decorating technology for aerosol cans to enhance the shelf appeal and functionality of some of its most popular automotive care products.

June 10, 2017

Sustainable Packaging

Snyders-Lance, Inc. & Smithfield Awarded Sustainability Excellence in Manufacturing

OpX Leadership Network Honors CPGs who Improved Sustainability in Production Operations

May 2, 2017

E-commerce/D2C packaging

Fit-to-size automated packing machine saves on shipping costs

E-tailer Mason Companies alleviates DIM weight costs, reduces labor, and optimizes shipping processes with a new box-making system that produces cases on-demand sized to fit each order.

April 29, 2017

Controls & Machine Components

LSI produces labels in-house, saving costs and maintenance

ERP system integration with TEKLYNX enterprise barcode labeling software reduces label process time from days to minutes.

April 28, 2017

Consumer packaged goods

Household cleaner packages pop with effervescence

New packaging graphics across the full line of Lemi Shine’s cleaning products include vibrant colors, retro typography, and an effervescent bubble pattern to convey a powerful and safe solution.

April 9, 2017

PMMI News

PMMI Announces Jim Pittas as the next President and CEO

Senior Vice President to succeed Charles D. Yuska in May 2018.

April 5, 2017

Cartoning

Integrated line makes Howell’s ammo packaging bulletproof

Bulk feeder, vision inspection system, cartoner and laser printer speed throughput and address labor shortages in the company’s hometown.

April 4, 2017

Packaging line integration

Tool up for an effective inaugural show

Making the most of a quickly approaching ProFood Tech 2017

March 23, 2017

Detergents/cleaners

A full load of laundry detergent packaging innovation

Flexible pouch packaging with a child-resistant zipper for pods, a shaped stand-up pouch with carry handle and integrated tap dispenser for liquid detergent, and a shapely rigid bottle with measuring cap for water-activated bleach crystals are among the innovations spotted recently in the household cleaning products aisle.

March 20, 2017