Sustainable Packaging

EPA Report Urges Federal EPR Legislation

10 takeaways from the EPA’s National Strategy for Preventing Plastic Pollution report

November 22, 2024

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Workforce

Unlocking Potential: The Connected Workforce Explained

Discover how connected workforce technologies and automation can bridge the skills gap in our latest report. Explore actionable insights and innovative solutions.

November 22, 2024

Package Design

5 Outside-the-Box Packaging Design Ideas

The humble cardboard box has transformed into a powerful marketing tool and a playground for designers. Here are five ways you can transform your packaging into a miniature billboard.

November 22, 2024

Bio-based

Baskin-Robbins, Soy Silvestre, and Whatrr Introduce Bio-Based Packaging Solutions

ThePackHub

See a few examples of bio-based packaging solutions from Baskin-Robbins, Soy Silvestre, and Whatrr from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone.

November 21, 2024

Packaging line integration

bXperts Wraps Up a Successful PACK EXPO International and Looks Ahead to 2025

bXperts

Plans for bXperts in 2025 include participation in PACK EXPO Southeast in Atlanta, GA, and PACK EXPO Las Vegas and expanding its global reach with new offices in the EMEA region.

November 21, 2024

Contract Packaging

Century-old CM/CPs Portland Bottling, Richmond Baking, Boost Ops with ERP

Live at Automation Fair were two recent packaging-centric examples of co-man/co-packs taking the ERP plunge with Rockwell's Plex. Both projects, integrated by Revolution Group, are ongoing and continue to add efficiencies and features through today.

November 20, 2024

Digital Transformation

Nvidia's Rev Lebaredian Ushers AI into Industrial Automation with Rockwell

As AI reshapes wider industrial automation and packaging specifically, Rockwell and Nvidia have partnered to pioneer integration between advanced computing and real-world applications, transforming manufacturing processes and workforce dynamics.

November 20, 2024

Additives, coatings & inks

Michelman Announces Substantial Gift To Support Communities, STEM, and Sustainability

Michelman Inc.

Michelman celebrates its 75th anniversary by donating $750,000 to various initiatives, reflecting the company's commitment to social responsibility and sustainable practices.

November 20, 2024

Digital Transformation

AI Integration for Danone’s Factory Automation Data Management Tool?

Live at Automation Fair: Danone's Jerel Williams & Juan Lua use Rockwell's FactoryTalk AssetCentre for managing industrial automation data across packaging ops. They love it, and explain what works well and how a potential AI integration might improve it.

November 19, 2024

Digital Transformation

Digital Display Labels Set to Transform the Clinical Supply Chain

At the AIPIA & AWA Smart Packaging Congress, Merck and Johnson & Johnson discuss digital display labels, a promising technology poised to enhance clinical supply chains.

November 19, 2024

Package design

Kraft Heinz Faces Legal Challenge Over Mac & Cheese Labeling

A federal judge has ruled that Kraft Heinz must address allegations of misleading consumers about artificial preservatives in its Mac & Cheese product

November 15, 2024

Recycling

Research Finds 'Wishcycling' Amid Confusion Over Recycling

Research from a UK University reveals that households often 'wishcycle' due to unclear recycling labels and inconsistent waste management, highlighting the need for standardized practices.

November 14, 2024

Bio-based

Honeywell and SGP BioEnergy Join Forces to Develop Plant-Based Biochemicals, Reducing Industry’s Reliance on Fossil Fuels

Honeywell

Honeywell technology will use second-generation feedstock to advance biochemical production, and SGP BioEnergy will be the first company to use and scale the technology.

November 13, 2024