Flexibles

Freshness extension for fresh produce

Laser film perforation technology helps control oxygen transmission rates in bean sprout bags, protecting product color and odor.

January 29, 2013

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Tabletop bagging machine improves productivity in fill/seal applications

Video from Automated Packaging Systems details the loading process and key operational features of a tabletop bagging fill/seal machine.

January 15, 2013

Flexibles

BOPP bag for cat litter delivers shelf appeal, reduces damage

Dissatisfied with damage from its previous paper bags, MFM Industries, Inc. switches to polywoven BOPP bags that add strength and offer market differentiation.

January 4, 2013

Secondary Packaging

Automation hastens case-packing speeds and pack-pattern changeovers

Giant Snacks seeds growth in productivity with robotic pick-and-place packing equipment.

January 4, 2013

Flexibles

Moisture-absorbing breakthrough?

Plastic bottles holding a range of adhesives sold by Toagosei Co. Ltd. in Japan are now being put into secondary packaging that includes MoistCatch, a moisture-absorbing component that eliminates the need for adding moisture-absorbing desiccant pouches.

December 21, 2012

Flexibles

Packaging critical for AeroShot Energy launch

Portability, dispensing, and graphics help market air-based energy product, as discussed in this exclusive Q&A.

December 14, 2012

Flexibles

Innovative dispensing spout for a Heinz juice pouch

Editor Pat Reynolds takes a close look at a uniquely functional dispensing spout applied to a standup aseptic pouch marketed by a Heinz division in the Netherlands.

December 12, 2012

Flexibles

Three packs from Tokyo Pack

Editor Pat Reynolds demonstrates the world's first recloseable blister pack, a novel single-serve coffee package, and an unusual plastic container for Kikkoman soy sauce--all items he discovered while attending TokyoPack.

December 3, 2012

Secondary Packaging

Robotic cartoning of aseptic pouches

Ecolean aseptic pouch is robotically packaged by Schneider Electric delta-style robots on a pick-and-place machine from AMC2.

November 30, 2012

Flexible packaging

Unique spouted fitment for aseptic pouch

From IPN is an unusual spouted fitment on a 200-mL standup pouch that lets consumers drink without spillage. The foil-based package is made on a Volpak form/fill seal system with rollstock from Constantia.

November 15, 2012

Flexibles

Premixed rum cocktails are pleasing in new pouch

Two new varieties of Malibu Rum premixed, ready-to-serve cocktails are introduced in a new pouch format that offers increased functionality.

November 13, 2012

Flexibles

Dow executive unveils plans for flexible packaging innovations

If you’re seeking insight into the latest innovations in pouches and other types of flexible packaging, don’t miss this interview with Dave Kyle, Director of Marketing for Dow Packaging, filmed on-site at 2012 Pack Expo in Chicago. You’ll get insights on how the company is working with industry partners, and will, in the coming months, unveil new advances in packaging efficiency, convenience, shelf stability and sustainability - from material reduction to waste-to-energy technology.

November 9, 2012

Flexibles

Clinical sacks for transporting hazardous waste

Cromwell Polythene is re-launching its clinical waste sacks range, making extensive use of star seal technology to maximize carrying capacity, while optimizing leak resistance.

November 9, 2012