Closures

RFP levels the playing field for Greif Packaging

A Request for Proposal process gives Greif actionable ideas for innovating through energy savings and cost reduction.

March 3, 2008

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Flexible packaging

Wet wipe maker pioneers 'Eco-Choice' sustainability platform

Contract manufacturer/packager Guy & O’Neill, Inc. rolls out an ambitious plan that incorporates sustainability into wet wipe manufacturing, materials, and packaging.

March 2, 2008

Closures

'Zenergized' tube suits Walgreen's, other retailers

Tubes make effervescent energy tablets portable for consumers.

March 2, 2008

Closures

Svelte, clean-look bath product packaging

In August 2007, Gold Canyon of Chandler, AZ, introduced a new line of bath products called Emerge Total Response Therapy.

March 2, 2008

Flexibles

Flip-top flavor enhancers for dog food

In June 2007, Chomp, Inc., Weymouth, MA, introduced Sniffers Shake-Ins Meal Enhancers for dog food. The dry granulated products are available in three flavors (chicken, bacon, and liver) and are formulated to enhance flavor, add protein, and aid healthy digestion.

March 2, 2008

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

New peelable, resealable flexible packaging technology from Japan, Europe

Reseal-it from Formost Fuji Corporation is demonstrated in this video clip for a variety of vertical and horizontal form/fill/seal packages, for a wide range of products including cheese, sliced deli meats, and candy.

February 25, 2008

Flexibles

2008 FPA Silver Award Winners

Photos of the 2008 Flexible Packaging Assn. Silver Award winners.

February 14, 2008

Coding, Printing & Labeling

WorldStars recognize winners globally

The World Packaging Organisation announces 166 winners worldwide, from Austria to Zimbabwe.

February 5, 2008

Flexibles

Reclosable bacon package

Oscar Mayer makes bacon more convenient with its Stay-Fresh Reclosable Tray.

January 21, 2008

Closures

Upscale glass jars reflect family pride

DelGrosso Foods chooses retro-look glass jars for its Italian sauces.

January 14, 2008

Controls & Machine Components

High-performing micro-drive

The new V1000 adjustable frequency drive from Yaskawa is said to be the world’s smallest, while offering a large menu of performance- and efficiency-enhancing features.

January 11, 2008

Controls & Machine Components

Modular AC drives

January 11, 2008

Flexible packaging

High-volume retailers set the pace for packaging

Consumer packaged goods companies follow high-volume retailers’ packaging lead as they seek to align with retailer strategies, brand positioning.

January 11, 2008