Plastics/resins

L’Oreal Paris compact launches in U.S.

ABS screw cap embossed with L’Oreal Paris logo, integral liner, and crystalline, glass-like PETG jar deliver stunning appearance for make-up compact.

October 9, 2012

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Prepared Foods

Microwave pasteurization hits Japan

Fujicco Co., Ltd., a leading food producer in Japan, has launched a line of refrigerated ready meals with extended shelf life thanks to microwave pasteurization technology.

October 8, 2012

Beverage

U.S. packaging machinery shipments jump 19% in 2011

PMMI reports the 
increase includes 20% more in domestic shipments and 16% in exports.

October 5, 2012

Beverage

U.S. packaging machinery shipments jump 19% in 2011

PMMI reports the
increase includes 20% more in domestic shipments and 16% in exports.

October 4, 2012

Conveying & accumulation

Filling powdered soap 'by ear'

ABVI installs vacuum conveyor and auger 
filler to fulfill government contract 
for bio-based soaps.

October 4, 2012

Cosmetics/Personal care

Güd brings ‘eco-fun’ to natural personal care category

A new brand from Burt’s Bees puts the focus on fragrance and targets a younger female consumer through bright, contemporary graphics and fun product personalities.

October 4, 2012

Flexibles

Walkers Shortbread stays fresh in resealable pouch

The use of a peel-and-reclose packaging system for Walkers Shortbread cookies 
creates convenience for today’s on-the-go consumer and extends product’s shelf life.

October 4, 2012

Cartons and boxes

Girl Scout Cookie package receives first facelift in 13 years

New package graphics showcase five financial literacy and entrepreneurship skills taught by the $790 million girl-led business.

October 3, 2012

Flexibles

Compostable peanut packs debut at Mariners ballgame

Ten thousand Mariners fans receive peanuts in a new pack made from a six-layer flexible film that is said to be 100% compostable.

September 24, 2012

Containers

Female-targeted energy drink a stunner in slim can

Goddess Energy, Inc. improves the formula for its Flirt Energy Drink, and rolls out the beverage in sleek aluminum can that offers functionality, sustainability.

September 24, 2012

Secondary Packaging

More speed, less breakage for fragile containers

When their old drop packer didn’t do the job, distilled spirits maker Luxco found a case packer with money-saving technology built in.

September 12, 2012

Detergents/cleaners

Children ingesting detergent pods: should it have been foreseen?

Detergent pods are an example of how packaging can leverage brands through new product forms but are they also an example of oversight vis-à-vis child safety?

September 10, 2012

Flexibles

Snap Pac pouch makes lawn spreading simple

Scotts creates a no-mess, no-guesswork lawn spreader that works with pouched lawn-care products that snap into place and provide controlled-flow dispensing.

September 9, 2012