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

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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

Sustainability

Antioxidant packaging

With studies showing that saturated fat elevates cholesterol and trans fats cause heart disease, diabetes, and obesity, food manufacturers are looking for new ways to stabilize fatty foods without relying on trans or saturated fats.

March 1, 2009

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Nanotech taken up by Swiss group

Some Swiss folks opined about nanotechnology in packaging in January.

March 1, 2009

Coding, Printing & Labeling

JAGs, STAR, and Walmart

More bits from EPC Connection, including a CPG panel discussion.

March 1, 2009

Closures

Aluminum-look PET beverage bottles

Bottle and holographic label provide points of difference for Code Blue 'recovery' drink.

March 1, 2009

Flexibles

Sheet foam with recycled content

Astro-Foam Renew™, from Pregis, is a polyethylene foam sheet with up to 35% pre-consumer recycled content.

March 1, 2009

Closures

Enhanced zipper supports cheese's positioning

Consumers equate product quality with package quality.

March 1, 2009

Tamper-evident machinery

Anti-counterfeit strategy needs interdisciplinary approach

To develop and implement successful anti-counterfeit strategies, you need more than good technology.

March 1, 2009

Flexible packaging

Industry watch

March 1, 2009

Filling/capping, dry

Popcorn company upgrades filling operations

PLC controls and servo drives improve fill speeds and accuracies.

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