Coding, Printing & Labeling

Proposed legislation could impact cosmetic packaging

Following FDA’s recent push to monitor health claims on functional foods, this proposal calls for full disclosure of ingredients, reporting of adverse health effects and random testing for pathogens or contaminants.

August 4, 2010

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Detergents/cleaners

Study: Trigger-spray cleaners pose poisoning threat

Review of data from 17 years, published in the journal Pediatrics, points to the lack of child-safety features on sprayers that are evident on other bottles and containers.

August 3, 2010

Contract Packaging

Results of Packaging Innovation Study to be Presented at Pack Expo International 2010

Professionals from Summit Publishing Company’s Packaging World and design consultancy Dragon Rouge will present findings from two-year study on packaging innovation.

August 2, 2010

Consumer packaged goods

Why drug companies must change to survive healthcare reform

Pharmaceutical industry veteran Michael G. Wokasch publishes ‘Pharmaplasia’ book, talks about healthcare market and packaging implications.

August 2, 2010

Consumer packaged goods

Neil Young's 'Heart of Gold' for a greener planet

New boxed CD set for musician Neil Young uses FSC-certified, carbon-neutral cover stock that fits well with the artist’s green leanings.

July 27, 2010

Blisters/clamshells/skin packaging

Evaluating in-mold labeling

How does this method of decoration stack up as an option?

July 26, 2010

Bakery/Snack

Sproxil's brand authentication technology earns IBM, MITX honors

Mobile phone technology allows users in third-world countries to determine if a packaged product is genuine or counterfeit.

July 22, 2010

Confection/Candy

International package design firm wins American award...

July 15, 2010

Consumer packaged goods

In India, food and beverage companies aim to combat rising health concerns...

July 15, 2010

Fruits/Vegetables

Disney characters encourage healthy eating...

July 15, 2010

Controls & Machine Components

Bosch Rexroth Corp.: FREE Master Pneumatics Catalog on CD

Get full range of industrial pneumatic and electro-pneumatic products, plus technical information and fast ordering tools.

July 14, 2010

Flexibles

30 wine label ideas, but be careful about your message!

Wine is fast losing its stodgy image. The label is becoming a more versatile marketing tool, engaging shoppers with new types of brand ‘personality.’

July 14, 2010

Flexible packaging

A package that can stand and deliver

The stand-up pouch stands tall as a versatile packaging option.

July 12, 2010