Flexibles

U.K. fabric softener trial marks start of 'reusable revolution,' says WRAP

A new trial being launched in the U.K. will see fabric softener sold in reusable pouches from vending machines.

March 1, 2010

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Containers

Portable "Sushi Popper" ultimate convenience food?

Uses for tubes have grown in the past few years, but this package may smell a little fishy!

February 26, 2010

Labels

OFF THE SHELF: Cool smoothie cups from DelMonte

Senior editor Anne Marie Mohan takes a look at a clever two-cup combo where the cups are unitized by a colorful shrink-sleeve label.

February 25, 2010

Labels

Campbell to put the emotion in soup shopping

The company is embracing ‘neuromarketing’ research to understand how consumers relate to its marketing messages. The results will bring new label designs.

February 24, 2010

Containers

Challenges of designing packaging for men's "beauty" products

This growth market requires a whole new vocabulary, color palette and even distinct shelf space, “The Men’s Zone.”

February 24, 2010

Blisters/clamshells/skin packaging

Who wants a lollipop?

February 19, 2010

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

OFF THE SHELF: Dannon containers are evolving

In this episode of Off The Shelf Video, Packaging World Editor Pat Reynolds takes a look at how the single-serve yogurt containers sold by Dannon are undergoing some intriguing changes.

February 18, 2010

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Biologics add complexity to cold chain distribution

‘Meticulous packaging’ needed for expensive, temperature-sensitive biologics during distribution.

February 17, 2010

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Three Pack Expo initiatives

PMMI announces not only a Manufacturing Excellence Conference at Chicago’s Pack Expo International this Fall but also two special pavilions.

February 17, 2010

Secondary Packaging

Loading the Design Box

According to VCP packaging engineer Stephane Bernelas, the Design Box is a “presentation package” designed to increase VCP’s perception as a source of luxury products and reinforce its position as an innovative champagne house.

February 8, 2010

Flexibles

OFF THE SHELF: Kellogg's bundles cartons in film

A recent stroll down the aisles of a Costco store brought Senior Editor Anne Marie Mohan face to face with a three-pack of cereal cartons unitized in lightweight film rather than paperboard.

February 8, 2010

Cartoning

End-of-line automation sparkles

Tightly integrated robotics, automated format changeover, and gentle handling of secondary and tertiary packaging materials are highlights of VCP’s new champagne line.

February 6, 2010

Containers

Packaging supports new ripple in functional beverages

Dr. Andrew Abraham identified a need for a nutrition-packed product, as part of a personal diet regimen, in functional beverages.

February 6, 2010