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

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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

Flexibles

LIVE FROM Pharma EXPO: Oxygen absorption

Oxygen absorber from Mitsubishi extends shelf life and can be incorporated into sheet, bottles, blisters, and film layers.

September 28, 2015

Plastics/resins

Sanofi’s Nasacort® Allergy 24HR booklet pack with thermoform delivers ‘wow’ factor

Package design uses thermoformed ‘N’ to help make successful switch from prescription-only to over-the-counter sales.

August 5, 2015

Plastics/resins

First Quality Enterprises launches plastic solutions subsidiary

First Quality Packaging Solutions will develop innovative plastic packaging out of its Macon, GA, site.

July 23, 2015

Contract packaging

CellOxess commends concept-to-commercialization collaboration

Biotech firm partners with Rondo-Pak to launch unique vitamin and mineral antioxidants that address male infertility.

July 8, 2015

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

IoPP announces AmeriStar award winners for 2015

GlaxoSmithKline’s Flonase, Microdermis’ Provodine, and Biogen’s Factor Hard Pack win Drug & Pharmaceutical awards.

June 30, 2015

Contract packaging

Sanofi Chattem uses package design to launch Icy Hot Smart Relief

New product uses a wireless battery-powered device to address back pain. Package shape, graphics, and consumer input all play a role in on-shelf strategy.

June 26, 2015