Sustainable Packaging

Ensuring package design sustainability through LCA

Life Cycle Analysis is a tool that the package designer/engineer can use to steer the design and materials selection of a package on a more sustainable route early in the process.

July 17, 2012

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Sustainable Packaging

$25,000 sustainable packaging challenge announced

Groups cast a wide net for innovative, sustainable packaging solution for powdered nutrient supplements used to combat malnutrition. Reward is $25,000.

July 17, 2012

Flexibles

Organic tea producer selects cellulose-based packaging material

Germany-based Lebensbaum to pack its range of organic teas in NatureFlex NVR material, which delivers environmental and barrier benefits.

July 16, 2012

Sustainable Packaging

PCR polyethylene tubes

Formulated by master herbalist Sebastian Pole, Pukka Ayurveda is an exciting collection of new naturally active organic skincare containing super concentrated plant extracts.

July 11, 2012

Sustainable Packaging

U.S. demand for bioplastics to exceed 550M lb in 2016

New study predicts a 20% annual growth rate for bioplastics, with non-biodegradable bio-based resins representing more than two-fifths of volume demand.

July 10, 2012

Sustainable Packaging

Six steps toward greater organizational sustainability

The economic rule of thumb of the past century—more and cheaper is better—must be supplanted by a new refrain for economic success and personal happiness.

July 10, 2012

Sustainable Packaging

Benefits of packaging outlined by AMERIPEN brochure

New brochure explains how the thoughtful use of packaging actually helps prevent waste and save energy. Sections focus on economic, environmental, and social benefits.

July 10, 2012

Contract Packaging

Meet the new executive director of the Contract Packaging Association

Mary Ahern named new executive director of the Contract Packaging Association

July 9, 2012

Sustainable Packaging

How leading pharma/device firms employ sustainability

Medical device and pharmaceutical manufacturers recognize that sustainability efforts can pay multiple dividends.

July 3, 2012

Contract Packaging

Almac installs Uhlmann blister line in commercial packaging facility

Almac, a provider of contract services to the global pharmaceutical and biotech industries, has acquired a state-of-the-art, high-speed Uhlmann blister line.

July 2, 2012

Contract Packaging

New report outlines business drivers behind logistics outsourcing

Saddle Creek's latest research survey points toward greater integration of more 3PL services.

July 2, 2012

Contract Packaging

Pharma co-packer goes live with system for better management, FDA compliance, iPad access

Uni-Pac installs Nulogy’s PackManager to help manage the plant, comply with FDA requirements and track production from labels to lot codes.

June 29, 2012

Protective/transport packaging

Biodegradable foam protects electronics shipments

Cornstarch-based protective packaging provides sustainable option for global shipping of electronics product.

June 29, 2012