Closures

Reservoir cap keeps vitamins fresh in new energy drink

Company delivers spring water with a bite: VBlast Gator Pit Energy Formula provides energy-enhancing ingredients in a custom cap that dispenses its contents when turned.

December 10, 2012

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Plastics/resins

Toilet tissue graphics blossom

Design firm takes bud of graphic design for Purex bathroom tissue packaging and brings it to full bloom for maximum impact on shelf.

December 7, 2012

Cartons and boxes

Vibrant heritage of sausage store embodied in new sleeve graphics

New design for beloved brand of U.K. pork sausages connects consumers' desire for authenticity with the product's vibrant heritage.

December 6, 2012

Containers

PET ‘kegs’

On display at the KHS booth were one-way PET kegs from Petainer in 15-, 20-, and 30-L sizes that are especially suitable for sending beer, cider, or wine to export markets because of their light weight, durability, and low cost relative to other keg material options.

December 6, 2012

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Produce packaging gets QR and human-readable codes in single pass

Produce packaging supplier for the likes of Jolly Green Giant adds capabilities to print human-readable and QR codes in one pass, allowing consumers to learn about the origin of their products.

December 5, 2012

Labels

Coke Consolidated division Peel N' Tear label

BYB Brands, a Coke Consolidated division, is taking advantage of special extended-test labels on its Tum-E Yummies brand, a fun, nutritious drink option for kids that comes with a spill-proof sports cap.

December 5, 2012

Bag/pouch fill/seal (pre-made bags)

B&R announces winners of PACK EXPO student competition

PMMI has an unflagging commitment to education and workforce development, and with the help of the PMMI Education and Training Foundation provided travel scholarships to 170 students and instructors coming out to PACK EXPO.

December 5, 2012

Labels

P-s labels provide premium look for pickles

Switch to pressure-sensitive labels for jars of Best Maid’s pickle products provides a premium look while maintaining the brand’s heritage appeal.

December 4, 2012

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

Hummus packaging propels growth for Sabra

Sabra Dipping Company attributes the extraordinary growth of its hummus brand to its category-changing package design.

December 4, 2012

Detergents/cleaners

Top packages take innovation to the next level

Fourth-quarter survey rewards packages in the home and garden market that use advanced technology platforms and facilitate new ways of interacting with products.

December 4, 2012

Containers

Direct bottle printing may cause sleeve market to shrink

Bottle decorating is approaching a tipping point.

December 4, 2012

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Copacker thrives with print-and-apply labelers

Carolina Beverage Group has plenty of expertise in canning energy drinks, teas, and juice-based beverages. Now it’s become something of an expert in print-and-apply labelers, too.

December 4, 2012

Soups/Condiments/Sauces/Spices/Dips/Dressings

Olive oil gets personal

Online Boutique allows visitors to custom-design oil and vinegar products and packaging, with 30 label templates available that can be personalized with images and copy.

November 30, 2012