Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

Disposable single-use inhaler

At Healthcare Packaging EXPO, Perlen Packaging introduced PERLAMED-BLISTair, a device that consists of two thermoformed foils that enclose the pharmaceutical ingredients.

October 16, 2018

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Sustainability

Fresh-protein MAP, vacuum trays are more sustainable

Klöckner Pentaplast presents two tray systems, for MAP and vacuum skin packs, that use 100% and 97% PCR, respectively.

October 16, 2018

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

The Whistling Chef chilled, ready-meal line is aptly named

Leading South African food and beverage group is the first in the country to introduce a line of chilled, ready meals that are cooked and pasteurized using microwave technology, and whistle when they’re ready.

October 13, 2018

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

Pre-packed lunches—a busy parent’s dream?

Some observers are calling them next-gen Lunchables, and while there is undoubtedly a similarity in appearance, these preservative-free pre-packed lunches are quite different.

September 4, 2018

Plastics/resins

Snack-size chicken skewers satisfy consumers’ cravings

Canadian protein product maker introduces a fully-cooked, snack-size chicken skewer with three sauce options in a 4-oz thermoform that makes it easy for consumers to dip and snack on the go.

August 12, 2018

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

Joint supplement pack moves consumers along a health ‘journey’

AlchemLife’s FlexiQule herbal supplements provide a compelling product-package synergy in which product, structure and graphics work together to engage the consumer to take ownership of their journey towards improved health and physical mobility.

May 22, 2018

Sustainability

Hasbro to use bio-PET in packaging

Toy company Hasbro takes its sustainable packaging a step further, announcing a switch to bio-PET for its blister packs and plastic windows, beginning in 2019.

March 16, 2018

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

Can unit-dose packaging reduce opioid abuse?

Though not a mandate, FDA Commissioner Gottlieb recognizes that blister packaging could help alleviate addiction, abuse and overdosing of medications such as opioids and loperamide.

January 31, 2018

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

Printed ingredients lighten beverage packaging load

Smart Cups introduces a line of energy drinks in disposable cups 3D-printed with microencapsulated ingredients that are activated when water is added, dramatically reducing the energy used to transport RTD beverages.

January 19, 2018

Sustainability

The buzz on Lush’s 100% recycled coffee cup fiber-based box

Lush introduces a recyclable, biodegradable, and reusable hinged clamshell made of recycled coffee cup fiber that lets U.K. customers ‘pick and mix’ their favorite bath oil balls in-store.

October 16, 2017

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

Flip-up vacuum pack gives 360-deg look at beef

Chicago-based PRE Brands develops a vacuum pack that flips up from a backing card to offer a full view of its ethically sourced beef products. Features such as an easy-peel opening and easy-tear perforation provide extra consumer convenience.

September 14, 2017

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

Nordic heritage, unique flavors are focus of new skyr cup

A new paperboard-plastic thermoform structure and redesigned label graphics differentiate Icelandic Provisions’ skyr product from yogurt and highlight its Nordic roots and ingredients.

August 26, 2017

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

New microwave pasteurization line fuels Swedish food producer’s success

Beef producer Grön Ko expands its business to include chilled ready meals prepared by microwave pasteurization, growing from 1,000 units per week to 20,000 with a new line.

August 18, 2017