Recycling

People are drinking less, but it’s not just millennials

New poll shows adults of all ages are cutting back on alcohol, imbibing in new alternatives, as concerns about health, costs, and hangovers fuel ‘Sober Curious’ trend.

September 7, 2019

Industries: Page 108

Recycling

Brewer Launches Carrier Return Plan

Atlanta-based Orpheus Brewing switched to WaveGrip carriers for their canned beers because they bring a reduced manufacturing footprint while also reducing costs and bringing ease-of-storage benefits.

September 6, 2019

Secondary Packaging

Mike and Ikes Bounce Back via Social Media

A successful social media campaign put Mike and Ikes back into the regular movie theater and checkout line rotation. The big bump required a major automation installation.

September 5, 2019

Consumer packaged goods

New PET Blow/Fill Line for Vinegar

This French company founded in 1797 recently installed a new Combi system for blowing and filling of PET bottles at speeds to 23,000/hr.

September 4, 2019

Beverage

Your 2019 Technology Excellence Awards Finalists Are…

Winners of inaugural honors decided at PACK EXPO Las Vegas and Healthcare Packaging EXPO

September 3, 2019

Consumer packaged goods

Fabric Care Market is Awash with Opportunities

A greater use of washing machines in developing counties, the ease of use associated with liquid fabric care products, and the growing trend of hygienic personal care are key factors driving its growth.

September 3, 2019

Plastics/resins

Tampico graphics get some punch with redesign

A label refresh for juice drink maker Tampico’s product line solidifies its consumer base while appealing to a younger generation with a colorful, contemporary look and feel.

September 2, 2019

Containers

A perfume bottle designed to stand the test of time

Swiss watchmaker debuts five eau de parfums in a bottle inspired by the form of a classic, elongated watch face; new technologies accelerate the design process and add haute prestige.

September 1, 2019

Beverage

Why food and beverage must keep pace or else perish

While transformation in the food and beverage manufacturing can be slow going, some manufacturers are looking to Industry 4.0 enablers to gain a competitive edge in the industry, but not every organization has taken advantage.

August 30, 2019

Beverage

Batch 4.0

Food and pharmaceutical industries are adopting Industry 4.0 technologies to modernize manufacturing for both regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.

August 30, 2019

Cartons and boxes

Grass-fed organic milk goes aseptic

In what’s described as a first, 100% grass-fed organic milk is now available in shelf-stable, single-serve cartons.

August 30, 2019

Beverage

Are you in Control? The Benefits of a Transparent System

The intention of the a Clean-In-Place is always the same—to get the system cleaned efficiently and reliably. But what happens when part of the system fails? That’s where the benefits of a transparent system comes into play.

August 29, 2019

Beverage

Functional Drink Packaging Line to Benefit from Robotics

With best-selling products around the world, this ODM for liquid collagen formula synergene searches to invest in the quality of automation for its production.

August 29, 2019