Containers

New graphics contemporize Lubriderm lotion's look

Johnson & Johnson has updated the look of its Lubriderm Skincare lotion, capitalizing on the brand equity of its bottle shape, while adding decorative touches that make the packaging look “more contemporary, attractive, and impactful on shelf,” says Sherry Thompson, Lubriderm senior brand manager.

July 1, 2010

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Whish Body Products is 'pumped' about new travel kit pack

Airless pump dispenser provides differentiation for Whish Body Products’ high-end personal care travel kit.

June 28, 2010

Cosmetics/Personal care

Nine drivers propelling digital packaging's growth

It’s all about speed to market and getting razor-sharp graphics that enhance ‘pick-up’ power. Digital printing provides customization flexibility and supply chain pluses.

June 28, 2010

Sustainable Packaging

OFF THE SHELF: Postage-paid toothbrush recycling

A Massachusetts-based company called Preserve has come up with a clever way of encouraging the recycling of toothbrushes. Jim Butschli shows how it works.

June 24, 2010

Containers

'Tube-in-a-tube' dispenser for Avon wins cosmetic innovator award

World Wide Packaging, a provider of cosmetic packaging components, was recognized as an ICMAD Cosmetic Innovator of the Year at the trade organization’s 37th Annual Meeting on Thursday, June 17th at 3 West Club in New York City.

June 24, 2010

Flexibles

Preserve launches mail-back pack for recycled toothbrushes

Made from recycled PP, toothbrushes can be mailed back to Preserve Products for recycling into plastic lumber.

June 24, 2010

Blisters/clamshells/skin packaging

Contract packager works with machine supplier to meet customer demands

To flexibly meet customer demand for shorter runs and multiple products, German contract packager KLOCKE works with its machinery supplier to train employees to quickly set up and changeover machinery.

June 17, 2010

Sustainability

2010 NACD awards honor innovation

Twenty-three packages representing a range of industries are lauded by the National Association of Container Distributors.

June 7, 2010

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Pepperl + Fuchs: Magnetic encoders

The MNI40 Incremental Rotary Encoder from Pepperl+Fuchs is a magnetic, non-contact encoder that utilizes a zero-contact (magnetic) connection between the encoder sensor and magnetic wheel, enabling speed measurement without ball bearings.

June 5, 2010

Flexibles

Package appropriateness

Some package styles just plain fit certain product groups. A box of cereal, a tube of toothpaste, a bag of chips, a can of beans, a can of soup, a bottle of milk, a bottle of beer, a bottle of wine—in every case we automatically associate the package format with the product.

June 5, 2010

Cosmetics/Personal care

Hand sanitizer container takes Best of Show for NACD

An attractive yet functional container for a line of foaming hand sanitizers makes this product stand out on shelf, as well as at home on countertops, ensuring regular use.

June 4, 2010

Flexible packaging

PTI thrives on inspection/metal detection systems

Contract manufacturer’s Royston, GA, facility uses machinery for quality, also gaining economic benefits.

June 4, 2010

Labels

OFF THE SHELF: Hand soap and pickles--2 takes on package graphics

Editor Pat Reynolds takes a look at a PET container of hand soap in a pump dispenser and also at a six pack of shelf-stable pickle packs to make a few comments on sustainability and package graphics.

May 28, 2010