Sustainability

Danone first to switch to PLA for yogurt cup in Germany

Moving from polystyrene to PLA, Danone will improve the packaging carbon footprint for its Activia brand by 25% and will use 43% less fossil resources.

May 27, 2011

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Sustainability

PepsiCo rolls out recyclable and compostable foodservice cups

Five new options include fully recyclable clear plastic cups, compostable paper cups and wax cups made with plant-based materials.

May 26, 2011

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

Microwave pasteurization puts ready meals where consumers want them

The combination of microwave technology, a special thermoformed tray, and a patented valve designed to open or close when needed are behind this important debut.

May 17, 2011

Sustainability

Convertible clamshell for McDonald's earns top AmeriStar Package Award

Creative pack for McDonald’s wins ‘Best of Show’ while a bag-in-box for automotive fluids takes sustainable packaging honors at the 2011 AmeriStar Package Awards competition.

May 12, 2011

Blisters/clamshells/skin packaging

Adherence packs assist patients and caregivers

Calendar designs help ensure that meds are taken properly, cutting costs out of the healthcare equation, says new study.

May 10, 2011

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

GlaxoSmithKline solves label challenge with on-pack coupon on narrow blister pack

See how GlaxoSmithKline solved a difficult over-pack labeling challenge by swapping out a pressure-sensitive label for a WS Packaging on-pack coupon to cross-merchandise another product.

May 9, 2011

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Industry Watch

A quick run-down on the latest supplier news, mergers, expansions, and people.

May 8, 2011

Blisters/clamshells/skin packaging

Holograms employed in the anti-counterfeiting battle

Ian Lancaster of the International Hologram Manufacturers’ Assn. describes how holograms overcome pharmaceutical counterfeiting problems.

May 8, 2011

Sustainability

SPS 2011: Preparing for the 'Perfect Storm'

SPS 2011 focuses on the impending threat of global resource scarcity and how CPGs can employ sustainable packaging innovation to drive future business success.

May 7, 2011

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

OFF THE SHELF: Convenience packs from Kraft

Editor Pat Reynolds takes a good look at two convenience packages--one in a folding carton and one in a PET thermoform--that make sandwich making a snap for busy consumers.

May 7, 2011

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

HCPC announces Compliance Packages of the Year

Packages for Novartis, Somaxon, and Three Rivers, and the DelPouch Starter Kit win 2010 honors.

May 6, 2011

Flexible packaging

Workshop agenda to deliver packaging expertise

The May 26 Healthcare Packaging Conference & Workshops event will include afternoon workshops on blister packaging and stability, shelf life, tracking, continuous manufacturing, and maximizing throughput.

April 13, 2011

Flexible packaging

U.S. pharma packaging market to grow 5.5% annually through 2014

Demand for pharmaceutical packaging in the U.S. (including Puerto Rico) will increase 5.5% annually to $18.4 billion in 2014, according to a Freedonia Group Inc. report on pharmaceutical packaging prospects.

April 11, 2011