Containers

Female-targeted energy drink a stunner in slim can

Goddess Energy, Inc. improves the formula for its Flirt Energy Drink, and rolls out the beverage in sleek aluminum can that offers functionality, sustainability.

September 24, 2012

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Containers

Customized plastic tubing

Plastic tubing and hose manufacturer NewAge Industries now offers eight ways to customize tubing.

September 23, 2012

Sustainability

Aluminum beverage can recycling rate reaches 65.1%

The number is a seven percentage-point increase over 2010 and marks solid progress toward the industry’s goal of a 75% recycling rate.

August 28, 2012

Containers

Portable, stackable single-serve wine launched

More than a gimmick, Stacked Wines’ new single-serve PET packaging uses proprietary technology to deliver convenience, a longer shelf life, and a premium wine-drinking experience.

August 22, 2012

Containers

Identifying trends leading to rigid packaging growth forecast

Freedonia predicts world demand for rigid packaging will increase 6.4% annually to $472 billion in 2016.

August 17, 2012

Containers & Closures

New Concentrated Clorox Results in Smaller Bleach Bottle

Clorox introduces a slimmer, smaller bleach bottle for its concentrated product, reducing the amount of plastic and water used by the brand.

August 15, 2012

Closures

Resealable latex lid allows for savoring of whisky shots

Scottish Spirits Single Grain Scotch Whiskey in a 12-oz can now comes with a resealable, reusable latex cap that allows for product consumption over time.

August 8, 2012

Containers

Custom container brings IHOP experience home

Launch of IHOP at Home syrups requires custom-molded container that presents significant manufacturing challenges in order to replicate the restaurant experience.

August 8, 2012

Plastics/resins

The new 'pour-tastic,' 'store-mazing' square bottle from SunnyD

New easier-to-pour, easier-to-store, more supply chain-efficient bottle for SunnyD gallon positions packaging as a value-added asset for both the consumer and brand owner.

August 6, 2012

Sustainability

Milk-based drink for post-exercise recovery flexes rPET muscles

High-quality post-exercise recovery drink launches in the U.K. in a unique, sporty 500-mL bottle made from rPET.

July 26, 2012

Containers

Cans depict whimsical world of Beanblossom

Oliver Winery adds a 250-mL aluminum can to its Hard Cider brand, known for its humorous and lively artwork, brightly illustrating fictional tales of Americana.

July 11, 2012

Containers

Commentary on MillerCoors punch-top can

MillerCoors still is in the roll-out of its punch-top can campaign, the success of which will be determined by whether consumers are willing to roll with the punches.

July 4, 2012

Plastics/resins

Vemma rebrands with cylindrical HDPE containers

Containers for Verve! Low Carb Shot feature full-body sleeve and continuous-thread closure.

July 3, 2012