Sustainable Packaging

KDP Unveils Plant-based, Compostable, Single-Serve Coffee Pod Concept

Plastic- and aluminum-free single-serve coffee pods use an alginate-based primary package material with some barrier properties. The system will employ recyclable secondary packaging with additional barrier. Many packaging details remain to be sorted.

March 15, 2024

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Non-Alcoholic Beer and Spirits Buzzing in the Craft Market

Trends like Dry January and Sober October are fueling growth in non-alcoholic beer and spirits, and craft producers are adding these products to their portfolios in response.

March 15, 2024

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Avery Dennison Introduces New Recycled Content Solutions For Wine And Spirits

Avery Dennison

Company introduces 30% post-consumer waste versions of classic label stocks, helping wineries and converters address liner-waste recycling challenges.

March 15, 2024

Sustainability

NAPCOR Research Indicates Plastic Bottle Ban at S.F. Airport Causes Greater Environmental Damage Than Recycling

National Association for PET Container Resources (NAPCOR)

The National Association for PET Container Resources' Life Cycle Analysis shows recycling, not banning, PET plastic bottles in large venues is the best choice for the environment.

March 15, 2024

Sustainable Packaging

Stella Artois, Pringles, and World of Zing Introduce Paper Packaging Innovations

ThePackHub

See a few examples of paper packaging innovations by Stella Artois, Pringles, and World of Zing from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone.

March 14, 2024

Sustainability

PulPac Modula Now Operational in the U.S.

PulPac

PulPac's Modula machine for dry molded fiber is up and running for high-volume production at JOA in Wisconsin.

March 12, 2024

Sustainability

Arglass Secures Over $230 Million for New Furnace

Arglass

The second furnace to be built on Arglass' Georgia campus is expected to be able to produce more than 350 million sustainable glass containers per year.

March 12, 2024

Labels

UPM Raflatac Strengthens Presence in India

UPM Adhesive Materials

The self-adhesive paper and film provider opens a new slitting and distribution terminal in Mumbai.

March 12, 2024

Sustainability

TIPA’s Packaging Made From Rice Waste Earns Cradle-to-Cradle Certification

TIPA Compostable Packaging

The global certification body’s endorsement underscores TIPA’s commitment to eco-friendly product innovation and is a stepping stone to achieving widespread adoption.

March 11, 2024

Coding, Printing & Labeling

FineLine Doubles Down on RFID with $2.5 Million Equipment Investment

FineLine Technologies

Additional capacity will accommodate RFID orders for non-apparel products, including electronics, automotive, toys, healthcare, food, and home goods.

March 8, 2024

Sustainable Packaging

Kellanova, PepsiCo, and LUSH Introduce Recycling Innovations

ThePackHub

See a few examples of recyclable packaging innovations by Kellanova, PepsiCo, and LUSH from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone.

March 7, 2024

PMMI News

Packaging Fueling Growth of Craft Beer and Spirits Market

PMMI

PMMI Business Intelligence reveals consumer demands prompt a projected rise in overall unit sales and use of metal, glass, and liquid cartons.

March 7, 2024

Operational Excellence

PTi Announces “People On-The-Rise” within its Leadership Structure

Processing Technologies International

Promotions, new hires, and departmental restructuring position PTi for enhanced quality, technology, and aftermarket support.

March 7, 2024