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Cannabis Packaging: Don't Fear the Reefer
UnPACKed with PMMI Podcast breaks down the latest developments in cannabis packaging as more and more states open the door to legalization.
Jan 23rd, 2020
Seven key steps for a capital project RFP
RFP Process Challenges and Solutions
Jan 22nd, 2020
Bullet Tools EZ Shear cutter is now packaged in a single-wall corrugated case versus the double-wall shipper it was using previously.
Less Packaging, Greater Protection with new Amazon-Certified Shipper
Jan 21st, 2020
MAP (Modified Atmosphere Packaging) preserves food and extends shelf life
MAP Leads Fresh Food Preservation Methods
Jan 20th, 2020
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Conagra Brands Announces Sustainable Packaging Goal
Jan 19th, 2020
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Nestlé Creates Market for Food-Grade Recycled Plastics, Launches Fund to Boost Packaging Innovation
Nestlé today announced that it will invest up to CHF 2 billion to lead the shift from virgin plastics to food-grade recycled plastics and to accelerate the development of innovative sustainable packaging solutions.
Jan 17th, 2020
The domestic collection of plastic bottles for recycling rose 52 million pounds, or 1.8%, to reach nearly 2.9 billion pounds in 2018.
Static Bottle Recycling Rate is Insufficient to Meet CPG Demands for rPET
A new report shows a U.S. recycling rate for PET and HDPE bottles of 28.9% in 2018, far below the volume needed to meet CPG’s upcoming goals around the use of recycled content.
Jan 17th, 2020
Get recognized for sustainability in food and beverage processing
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Get recognized for sustainability in food and beverage processing
ProFood World will honor food and beverage manufacturers who display exceptional improved performance through sustainability. Nominations are open; awards will be conferred in Chicago, June 9-10.
Dec 11th, 2019
Sovereign implemented serialization and aggregation on all three configurations of packaging lines at once.
CDMO Speeds its Line with Open-Source L4 Serialization System
With the serialization deadline approaching, Sovereign Pharmaceuticals implemented open-source software that allows the company to make their own changes and improve packaging efficiency.
Jan 16th, 2020
Multifunctional Equipment: Challenges and Solutions
Multifunctional Equipment: Challenges and Solutions Faced by CPGs Today
Finding a standardized process to manage changeover, and balancing flexibility, reliability and cost are some of the major pain points for Vision 2025 participants.
Jan 16th, 2020
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Report: Innovative New E-Commerce at PACK EXPO Las Vegas
Ten intrepid Packaging World editors fanned out across PACK EXPO Las Vegas in October in search of packaging innovation. Here's what they found.
Jan 16th, 2020
Industry award to honor packaging and processing professionals
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Industry award to honor packaging and processing professionals
Beginning March 3, PMMI will accept nominations for the Packaging & Processing Hall of Fame. Since 1971, this prestigious award has recognized some of the most distinguished contributors to industry. Learn more »
Dec 11th, 2019
A growing supply chain, plant-based alternatives and the demand for food delivery services are driving the combined annual growth rate of four to five percent.
CPGs Need to Adapt to Meet Growing Food Demand
Global food packaging to hit $400 bn by '25, those who don't evolve could be left behind
Jan 15th, 2020
Survey interviewees expressed a sense of caution around in-store refill models, such as this one at U.K.’s Waitrose supermarket, due to issues such as product shelf life.
Alternatives to Plastic Packaging Not Always More Sustainable
Bowing to consumer pressure to eliminate single-use plastic packaging, CPGs and retailers switch to alternative materials—sometimes creating a greater environmental burden in the process.
Jan 14th, 2020
Food Manufacturers Look to Reduce, Recycle and Reuse
Food Manufacturers Look to Reduce, Recycle and Reuse
Improvements to recyclability and sustainability, along with the desire to extend shelf life and prevent contamination, are some of the drivers of change in packaging formats and materials.
Jan 14th, 2020
Sterling Anthony
Greenwashing Not Always a Fair Charge
'Greenwashing is the act of misleading consumers regarding the environmental practices of a company or the environmental benefits of a product or service.'
Jan 14th, 2020
The Grocery Manufacturers Association has rebranded as the Consumer Brands Association.
Grocery Manufacturers Assn. Relaunches with CPG, Consumer Focus
The new Consumer Brands Assn., formerly GMA, will advocate for product affordability, access, and innovation, eliminating consumer confusion, and solving problems in the marketplace
Jan 14th, 2020
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AWT Labels & Packaging Announces Senior Production Engineer
Scott Farkas joined AWT Labels & Packaging as Senior Production Engineer.
Jan 14th, 2020
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Report: Innovative New Pharmaceutical Packaging at PACK EXPO Las Vegas
Ten intrepid Packaging World editors fanned out across PACK EXPO Las Vegas in October in search of packaging innovation. Here's what they found.
Jan 14th, 2020
Roberta Barbieri, Vice President Global Sustainability, PepsiCo,
PepsiCo Accelerates Plastic Waste Reduction Efforts
Roberta Barbieri, Vice President Global Sustainability, PepsiCo, shares the strategies the company is using to reach its ambitious new sustainable packaging goals.
Jan 9th, 2020
PepsiCo’s bubly sparkling water line was among the Top 25 Breakthrough Innovations, aligning with sparkling water’s position as the fastest-growing category in bottled water, at 30%.
Top 25 Breakthrough CPG Product Innovations of 2019
Products on the list include those in the food and beverage, personal care, OTC, and petcare categories and reflect consumer trends such as good-for-you ingredients, convenience, and a move away from traditional beverage products, among others.
Jan 13th, 2020
Eric Greenberg
You Are Wrong About Nutraceuticals, Functional Foods, and Dietary Supplements. But I Will Explain.
Lawyers love to tell people they are wrong.
Jan 13th, 2020
Vision 2025 PACK EXPO Las Vegas
Improving Asset Reliability
Learn what Vision 2025 participants at PACK EXPO Las Vegas had to say about improving asset reliability in their organizations, and where they are on the road to continuous improvement.
Jan 10th, 2020
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Retail Ready Packaging Growth
Emerging economies drive the growth of retail ready packaging, according to a new study from Smithers. Western markets are mature and will show below average growth through 2024.
Jan 10th, 2020
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Glenroy Inc. Joins Sustainable Packaging Coalition
Glenroy Inc., a converter and printer of flexible packaging, joined the Sustainable Packaging Coalition (SPC) and How2Recycle label program effective January 1, 2020.
Jan 10th, 2020
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University of Florida Awarded Packaging Scholarship
Winning the 2020 The Future Leaders in Packaging Scholarship from Packaging World and the PMMI Foundation was the University of Florida Packaging Engineering program.
Jan 9th, 2020
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Europe vs. U.S. Sustainability Regulations
Sharing a recent post from the Reusasble Packaging Association on sustainability and the circular economy.
Jan 9th, 2020