Labels

Shrink-sleeve label helps launch ZUN energy drink

PETG label curves to the proprietary rocket-shaped PET bottle, which launched in the Denver area.

August 6, 2010

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Converting equipment

Three technologies worth tracking

A number of good ideas and a new technology or two have crossed my desk lately in no particular order. So rather than wait for them to magically assemble themselves into a single-topic column, I've decided to present them here in the same manner that they arrived: in no particular order.

August 5, 2010

Conveying & accumulation

Loma Systems introduces new x-ray inspection system

The X4 800XL is designed for the inspection of large trays, boxes and packaged products up to 800mm (31”) wide

August 5, 2010

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Proposed legislation could impact cosmetic packaging

Following FDA’s recent push to monitor health claims on functional foods, this proposal calls for full disclosure of ingredients, reporting of adverse health effects and random testing for pathogens or contaminants.

August 4, 2010

Sustainable Packaging

General Mills yogurt plant powered by solar

A new solar energy initiative at General Mills’ Metheun, MA, facility will supply an average of 55% of the facility’s annual energy needs.

August 4, 2010

Detergents/cleaners

Study: Trigger-spray cleaners pose poisoning threat

Review of data from 17 years, published in the journal Pediatrics, points to the lack of child-safety features on sprayers that are evident on other bottles and containers.

August 3, 2010

Contract Packaging

Results of Packaging Innovation Study to be Presented at Pack Expo International 2010

Professionals from Summit Publishing Company’s Packaging World and design consultancy Dragon Rouge will present findings from two-year study on packaging innovation.

August 2, 2010

Consumer packaged goods

Why drug companies must change to survive healthcare reform

Pharmaceutical industry veteran Michael G. Wokasch publishes ‘Pharmaplasia’ book, talks about healthcare market and packaging implications.

August 2, 2010

Labels

OFF THE SHELF: Digital printing suits organic teas

Editor Pat Reynolds shows how BOPP labels printed on a digital printer are just the ticket for a line of organic teas marketed in stylish tin containers.

July 30, 2010

Bakery/Snack

Private label update: Whole Foods redesigns prepared foods packaging

Upscale retailer’s strength of supporting regional suppliers made for weak national branding.

July 28, 2010

Sustainable Packaging

Unilever reducing package waste, adding consumer, business benefits

The consumer products giant is building quantifiable eco-friendly benefits into its package designs. The results also are measurable at the shelf and on the bottom line.

July 27, 2010

Consumer packaged goods

Neil Young's 'Heart of Gold' for a greener planet

New boxed CD set for musician Neil Young uses FSC-certified, carbon-neutral cover stock that fits well with the artist’s green leanings.

July 27, 2010

Dairy

Nestle gets a "time out" from FTC for functional food claims aimed at kids

Just six weeks after Kellogg’s Rice Krispies took a hit for claiming to help boost kids’ immune systems, Nestle has been called out for deceptive messaging.

July 26, 2010