Contract Packaging

Working with CMOs under California e-pedigree

For different products, manufacturers may fill the role of an exclusive distributor, a contract manufacturing organization, or a repackager. Each of these would be treated differently under the California law with respect to pedigree origination and updating.

August 29, 2013

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Sustainable Packaging

Three strategies identified for increased material recovery in the U.S.

White paper from AMERIPEN identifies three successful recycling strategies from around the globe: unit-based pricing; disposal bans; and recycling mandates.

August 27, 2013

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Quick labeling adaptability

Contract packer increases operating efficiencies by installing new wraparound and top label application equipment to accommodate wide range of container and label types.

August 26, 2013

Blisters/clamshells/skin packaging

PCI invests in packaging's future

Drug delivery developments and pending serialization justify this contract packager's capital equipment, facility, and personnel investments.

August 23, 2013

Contract Packaging

T.H.E.M. adds to leadership team

To enhance its position as a single-serve packaging manufacturer, Technical Help in Engineering and Marketing (T.H.E.M.), the company credited with commercializing stick packaging in North America, has announced three additions to its leadership team.

August 19, 2013

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Consumers: The solution to recycling?

Have we given up on changing consumer behavior around package material recycling? Or, are there tools that we can use to ‘move the needle forward.’ Earth911 thinks change is possible.

August 16, 2013

Sustainable Packaging

Study points to packaging as a solution to food waste in supply chain

A study done in Australia uncovers where and why food waste occurs within the supply chain and suggests packaging technologies that may help reduce this waste.

August 13, 2013

Sustainable Packaging

End bans, fees on recyclable paper and plastic bags, says industry association

In a new policy, the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries calls on policy makers to consider the impact on the recycling industry of bans on recyclable paper and plastic bags.

August 12, 2013

Sustainable Packaging

'In this century, water is going to be the next oil'

The American Chemical Society launches a web-based toolkit to foster greater understanding of the challenges in providing a sustainable supply of clean water.

August 9, 2013

Sustainable Packaging

Nestlé Pure Life teams with KAB to promote recycling in schools

Third Recycle-Bowl recycling competition helps students learn about waste reduction and environmental responsibility. Top recyclers in each state will receive $1,000.

August 7, 2013

Sustainable Packaging

Scrap recycling industry employs half a million in U.S.

New study shows the scrap recycling industry, generating more than $87 billion annually in the U.S., serves as an economic driver, a job creator, and a major exporter.

August 6, 2013

Contract Packaging

New Pharma Tech expansion, lab

Co-packer/manufacturer PTI broadens prescription and OTC capabilities with a new 60,000 sq ft expansion in Union, MO and a new lab at its Royston, GA headquarters.

August 5, 2013

Sustainability

New paper/foil/polymer can debuts

Itsu iced tea in the UK has been launched in something called the Cartocan.

August 2, 2013