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PACK EXPO Innovations Report: Robotics
PMMI Media Group editors fanned out across the many booths at PACK EXPO Las Vegas to bring you this Innovations Report. Here’s what they saw in the robotics category.
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When is a Retrofit Appropriate for Packaging Machinery?
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Solving Packaging Format Challenges: Communication is Key
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Automation and Education Two Keys to Solving Workforce Issues
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Key Challenges to Using Automation in Packaging and Processing Operations
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Top Three Operational Priorities of Execs in Packaging and Processing
Issues that were prominent prior to 2020 became even more elevated during the pandemic.
Take Five
PACK EXPO Las Vegas: Cannabis Expert Chris Walsh Shares Insights
The cannabis industry is large and growing. Who are the players? What’s the potential for federal legalization? And, what’s the global outlook? Learn more from MJBiz’s Chris Walsh in this exclusive interview on Take Five with Packaging World.
Take Five
Reduced “Friction” & Pandemic Nudge Pave Way for Smart Packaging
Gone are the clunky apps and poor content experiences that hampered consumer engagement with Intelligent Packaging. As friction abated, the pandemic demonstrated the value of contactless communication, ushering in an Intelligent Packaging renaissance.
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Snacking Soared in 2020: Growth to Continue at Slower Speed
Read about current snacking trends and market updates presented by SNAC International at PACK EXPO Las Vegas and in their State of the Industry report.
Supplier News
Consortium For Waste Circularity Launching Webinar
The webinar, Creating A Sustainability Strategy With A Circular Approach, will provide a framework in the creation of a sustainability strategy and help brands/printers/packaging suppliers assess their current strategy and determine gaps.
Business intelligence
When the Identity of a Packaging Supplier is Withheld from the Buyer
The practice is legal; however, whether it’s justifiable is debatable. What’s certain is that it is less than forthcoming.
Secondary/end-of-line
New Packaging Formats Affect Secondary Packaging Process
Package configurations are changing due to retailer and consumer demands, with significant implications for secondary packaging.
Beverage
Top Five Trends in Spirits and Wine in 2021/2022
GlobalData predicts new consumer trends and consumption habits in spirits and wine resulting from supply chain disruptions, climate change issues, and a shift in consumer attitudes.
Take Five
More Editor’s Picks from PACK EXPO Las Vegas, Day Two
Watch Packaging World’s Emeritus Editor Pat Reynolds and Content Director Jim Chrzan as they rattle off a handful of interesting, innovative, or trending findings from the floor of PACK EXPO Las Vegas last month.
Business intelligence
Considering Cannabis Packaging?
There are a few things to consider when moving into cannabis packaging. Read what this exploding market requires, and where it’s headed.
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Health-Based a Top Trend in High Pressure Processing
HPP touches on the better-for-you and clean-label consumer trends, as well as sustainably utilizing perishable produce, and the growing pet food market.
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ABB's Automated Omnichannel Fulfillment
At PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2021, ABB showed its technologies for developing automated omnichannel fulfillment operations for customized production.
PELV 2021
Pat's Picks Podcast: New Vision System, Trayless Ground Meat, ‘Walk-thru’ Case Packer
PACK EXPO Las Vegas was jam-packed with innovation. Spotted by Packaging World Editor Emeritus were a new integrated approach to code validation, trayless ground meat in an MAP flow wrap, and a remarkably flexible case packer with a walk-through feature.
Business intelligence
Wicked Good Cupcakes' Tracey Noonan Keynotes PPWLN Breakfast
The Shark Tank entrepreneur offers advice on building a business from scratch.
PELV 2021
Packaging Machinery Shipments Rise
Despite pandemic constraints, shipments increase 14.7%.
PELV 2021
Pat's Picks Podcast: Sachets, CMMS, and a Paper Blister Pack
Editor Emeritus Pat Reynolds reports from Day One at PACK EXPO Las Vegas, where a print/form/fill/seal machine for liquid-filled sachets, a cloud-based Computerized Maintenance Management System, and a unique all-paper blister pack caught his eye.
Business intelligence
Global Economy Passes Pre-COVID GDP as Business Investments Pick Up; Risks Remain
After a 3.5% contraction in 2020, global real GDP is projected to increase 6% in 2021, its strongest advance since 1973, but there are still potential risks.
Secondary/end-of-line
Three Models of Secondary Packaging Operations
Secondary packaging trends are being driven by retail demands, e-commerce growth, and direct-to-consumer (DTC). See how these three models are impacting end-of-line operations.
Business intelligence
Top Seven U.S. Packaging Machinery Trends in 2021
According to a new report by PMMI Business Intelligence, there are seven areas currently trending in the U.S. packaging machinery market.
Take Five
Market Trend Snapshots: Personal Care, Dairy, Meat, and Frozen Foods
Today’s Take Five video quickly covers a few of the market trends that were discussed at Natural Products Expo West conference including personal care trends, a market that was drastically affected by the pandemic.
Business intelligence
Investment in Packaging Machinery Maintains Positive Growth Trend in Mexico
The most recent business intelligence report drafted by PMMI about investment in packaging operations in Mexico confirms growth during the second quarter and projects significant increments for the following months.
Take Five
The Connected Package: Consumers Want to Know Your Story | Technical Workforce Development Trends Within Manufacturing
Consumers want more from their brands and no package can hold the entirety of your brand's story. QR codes can unlock your brand experience. Also on Take Five: NAM initiatives reach out to minority communities to fill the demand for a quality workforce.
