Protective/transport packaging

Jenny Craig Trims the Excess from its Meal Delivery Packaging

New delivery option allows consumers to receive one-week shipments of food in a 30% smaller package fitted with compostable insulation panels made from corn.

September 15, 2019

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Sustainability

Carlsberg Replaces Shrink Wrap with Adhesive for Six-Packs

The radical new technology, which uses adhesive dots to hold multipacks of cans together, is expected to decrease the Danish brewer’s use of plastic by up to 13,000 tons/year.

September 14, 2019

Beverage

Alfa Laval: valve sensing and control units, reengineered to meet customer needs

The Alfa Laval ThinkTop V50 and V70 has auto setup and is smart, durable, and practical.

September 12, 2019

Cartons and boxes

Aussie Iced Coffee Aseptically Packed

Bluestone Lane of Australia is releasing its first ready-to-drink iced coffee beverage in SIG’s combismile packaging.

September 11, 2019

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

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