Flexible packaging

The ties that more than bind

Specialty, multi-functional adhesives are a concept for the times.

March 24, 2010

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Beverage

Chivas Regal introduces sturdier gift cartons with design flair

If there is such a thing as a galaxy of whisky brands, then one of the brightest shining stars might well be Chivas Regal 12 Years Old.

March 23, 2010

Containers

Co-packer provides the precision in applying Dipping Chocolates label

Some of the best ideas appearing on store shelves today have come about because brand marketers go outside of their companies for ideas.

March 22, 2010

Flexible packaging

Case study in automating the bagging of frozen meals

By automating the bagging of its frozen Asian entrées, Kahiki Foods reduces labor costs by 65%, without eliminating workers.

March 22, 2010

Controls & Machine Components

B&R Industrial Automation: Embedded parameter chip

B&R’s embedded parameter chip stores pertinent mechanical and electronic motor data such as serial number, type, parameters, and manufacturer specifications making the entire power transmission system clearly identifiable in the application program.

March 21, 2010

Flexibles

OFF THE SHELF: Costco's treasure hunt strategy strikes again

Packaging World Editor Pat Reynolds went shopping at his local Costco with one or two things on his list. But a few items not on his list were not to be denied.

March 19, 2010

Controls & Machine Components

SEW-Eurodrive USA: Helical gear reducers

SEW-Eurodrive’s RESF37 and KESA37 stainless steel helical and helical bevel gear reducers resist bacteria, chemicals and processes common to the food processing industry.

March 18, 2010

Recycling

Plastic recycling breakthrough?

IBM and Stanford University are claiming a breakthrough in the recyclability of PET.

March 18, 2010

Recycling

Water bottler to make its own pellets from 100% PCR PET

Ice River Springs has a bold answer to those who whine that PET bottles are bad for the environment: It’s turning post-consumer bottles into new ones in a closed-loop system.

March 16, 2010

Containers

Talk about inhaling your food...

March 16, 2010

Beverage

Maintaining consumer trust is crucial in China...

March 16, 2010

Dairy

Plastic packaging clogging sewers in Bangalore...

March 16, 2010

Confection/Candy

This packaging blooms...

March 16, 2010