Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

Patients the Ultimate Winners in HCPC’s Compliance Packages of the Year Competition

Clear dosing instructions, package design and color coding contribute to winning packs for Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Merck and MannKind; MSU student wins scholarship.

April 26, 2016

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Additives, coatings & inks

Klöckner Pentaplast appoints new CFO and COO

Klöckner Pentaplast adds experienced leaders in Brent Jones (CFO) and Peter Heinze (COO).

April 4, 2016

Flexibles

Vacuum skin pack upgrade

New software-assisted tooling for vacuum skin packaging brings a number of advantages, while a switch in lidding material and new thermoformed trays complete the upgrade.

March 10, 2016

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

Microwave pasteurization in South Korea

Daesang Corp., a leading food producer in South Korea, launched chilled ready meals last December under the Whistling Cook brand.

February 26, 2016

Flexibles

Harpak-ULMA names new Vice President

Harpak-ULMA welcomes Jeff Aspinall as V.P. of Technical/Customer Service.

February 23, 2016

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

Headlight pack redesign enhances shoppability

GE Lighting redesigns the structure and graphics of the blister packs for its premium headlight brand, making consumer selection easier and maximizing retailer selling space.

February 7, 2016

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

From clamshells to blister cards

Cleveland-based Mace Security International is a diversified manufacturer of personal defense and security products, including the company’s well-known Mace® brand personal defense pepper spray.

February 1, 2016

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

Little Spoon Set to Disrupt the Baby Food Category

Fresh, organic purees for babies use HPP to preserve nutrition and flavor, and extend shelf life. Packaging is a cup with integrated spoon that is simply and stylishly decorated.

February 1, 2016

Contract packaging

In-house HPP replaces toll processing

This Houston startup sees a bright future for refrigerated ready meals with a ‘clean label’ thanks to High Pressure Processing. One unit is in and another will soon be paired with it.

January 5, 2016

Thermoform/fill/seal

Ball-shaped yogurt pots thermoformed in-house

French yogurt producer shows how open-mold thermoforming technology can be used to produce custom-shaped yogurt containers for the same cost as straight-walled cups.

December 14, 2015

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

Yin-and-yang package supports theme of balanced snacking

A new snack pack from Sargento Foods uses a yin-and-yang shaped thermoform and round multipack sleeve to communicate the idea of healthy, yet tasty, snacking.

November 5, 2015

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

Haircare pack takes a page from yogurt playbook

In haircare circles, “cocktailing” is a process whereby consumers blend natural oils, honey, extracts, and butters together with their store-bought haircare products to improve performance, such as shine, volume, or sleekness.

October 30, 2015

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

Peanut-free SunButter comes in single-serve cup

An alternative to peanut butter, SunButter now comes in 1.5-oz single-serve portable cups that let consumers—especially those with food allergies—enjoy a healthy snack on the go.

October 13, 2015