Containers & Closures

Switch to Paper Canister for Organic Fiber Meets Consumer, Retailer Preferences

Organic India dispenses with its flexible pouch in favor of a paperboard canister for its psyllium fiber for greater customer convenience and brand packaging alignment.

August 7, 2023

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Protective/transport packaging

ISTA European Packaging Symposium will Bring Together Global Transport Packaging Leaders to Focus on E-Commerce, Sustainability, and More

The European Packaging Symposium will be held September 27-28, 2023, at the Amsterdam Marriott Hotel in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Speakers include Hello Fresh and Amazon. A new track will focus on temperature-sensitive life science product distribution.

August 4, 2023

Flexible packaging

ProMach Promotes Jason Angel to Global Vice President of Sales and Business Development – Tray Packaging

Ossid LLC

In his new role, Angel will lead the sales teams of both Ossid and Reepack and develop a strategic plan to grow the brands globally. He most recently served as Vice President of Sales and Service at Ossid.

August 4, 2023

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HexcelPack to Debut Protective Paper-Based Wrapping Products for Sustainable Product Shipping at PACK EXPO Las Vegas

HexcelPack

See it at PACK EXPO Las Vegas, Booth #N-9261! HexcelPack will introduce an automatic dispensing solution, wide width wrap, and protective pads.

August 4, 2023

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TekniPlex Healthcare to Feature Presentation on Narrowing Sector’s Sustainability Disparity at PACK EXPO Las Vegas

TekniPlex Consumer Products

Melissa Green, Head of Global Marketing, at TekniPlex Healthcare, will present “Minimizing Healthcare’s Sustainability Gap” at PACK EXPO’s Innovation Stage 2, Stand C-2151 Monday, Sept. 11 at 12pm.

August 2, 2023

Labels

Brian Zumbolo Named President of Schreiner Group's U.S. Facility

Schreiner Group

Zumbolo will head Schreiner Group’s plant in Blauvelt, near New York.

August 2, 2023

Flexible packaging

Novolex Releases Fifth Annual Sustainability Report

Novolex

The report highlights Novolex’s progress towards its ESG commitments, including increasing recycling capacity and developing more sustainable products.

August 1, 2023

Robotics

Confectioner Puts Counterflow Principle to Work

Sweet Candy Co. selected a robotic pick-and-place system to collate product into layers, then pick layers into cartons. Cartons are sold by weight, but stick weights vary by batch, so counts are adjusted on-the-fly for accurate weights and low giveaway.

August 1, 2023

Sustainability

Aluminum Bottle Provides New Option for Olive Oil

California Olive Ranch adds a lightweight, recyclable aluminum bottle to its range of packaging options for its edible olive and avocado oil portfolio.

August 1, 2023

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Margret Oolders, Vice President of Operations, Glenroy, Inc.

Glenroy, Inc.

Margret Oolders, Vice President of Operations, Glenroy, Inc., shares the key factors behind her triumph in the packaging industry. She shares valuable insights into success, empowerment, and the need for a more inclusive industry.

July 25, 2023

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Jennifer Lawrence, Vice President of Technology, New Product Development, Pregis

Pregis

In a male-dominated sector, Jennifer Lawrence discusses the challenges she faced and the strategies she employed to shape her path to success.

July 25, 2023

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Jo Anne Forman, CEO and Director of Product Development, Sealstrip Corporation

Sealstrip Corp.

Jo Anne Forman, a seasoned package and system designer, lead inventor, and advocate for women's participation in packaging, discusses the key factors that fueled her remarkable career and accomplishments.

July 25, 2023

Flexibles

FPA Announces 2023 Student Flexible Packaging Design Challenge Winners

Flexible Packaging Association

The entries demonstrated a high level of creativity, a strong understanding of the mechanical properties of flexible packaging materials, and the manufacturing processes involved.

July 25, 2023