Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

Danimals debuts 'crush cup'

Kids' collapsible yogurt cups offer spoonless, on-the-go snacking.

April 30, 2009

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Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

A multitasking device package

This award-winning thermoformed pack contains a product and serves as a parts applicator.

April 27, 2009

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

Rohrer Corporation achieves FSC and SFI® certifications

Rohrer Corporation has attained chain of custody certification from Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and Sustainable Forestry Initiative® (SFI) and now offers BlisterGuard® with the SFI Chain of Custody certification.

April 20, 2009

Flexible packaging

2008/2009 AmeriStar winners revealed

The Institute of Packaging Professionals announces the 2008/2009 AmeriStars.

April 5, 2009

Flexibles

Recycled PET roll stock

IPF Integrated Packaging Films' ECO-THERM 100% Post Consumer Recycled content PET roll stock is produced 100% from recycled water, juice, soda and sports drink bottles.

April 4, 2009

Flexibles

Tuna steaks in retorted plastic cups

In September 2008, Vigo, Spain-based seafood processor Miau launched shelf-stable tuna steaks packaged in retorted plastic cups supplied by EDV Packaging (www.edvpackaging.com).

March 2, 2009

Bag/pouch fill/seal (pre-made bags)

Integrated motor/drive and advanced pneumatics drive machine benefits

F/f/s machine occupies minimal floor space and uses servo-driven belts instead of shaft-driven chains to pull material through smoothly.

March 1, 2009

Flexible packaging

Industry watch

March 1, 2009

Controls & Machine Components

Packagers seek progress through machine standards

From Procter & Gamble to Frito-Lay to the pharmaceutical sector, packagers are pinning their hopes on broader acceptance of common programming structures.

March 1, 2009

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Wipe-on labeling system for clamshell packaging

Fresh produce marketer installs label applicator that improves placement accuracies and reduces labor costs.

March 1, 2009

Sustainability

Sustainability news & events

Noteworthy Items Gleaned from World News

March 1, 2009

Flexible packaging

Unique single-serve packaging system

The Snapsil system from Snapsil Corp. takes roll-fed forming material, thermoforms it, fills it with liquid or powder, and then applies roll-fed lidding material. It combines the benefits of a stick pack pouch—portion control, easy to open, easy to dispense—with the convenience of a utensil. The consumer just snaps it open and dispenses.

February 6, 2009

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

Wallet pack honored in Europe

"Triguilar” wallet pack for contraceptive a Euro packaging awards finalist.

February 2, 2009