Digital Transformation

The Factors Slowing AI Adoption in Packaging and Processing

Despite the buzz around AI in packaging and processing, concerns like security and data hallucinations are causing hesitation about the technology.

September 12, 2024

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Containers & Closures

McDonald's McFlurry Drops Plastic Lid for Four-Flap Paper Cup

Paper flaps around the paper-based cup's neck will serve as a closure, replacing the plastic lid and reducing single-use plastic to advance McDonald's sustainability goals.

September 12, 2024

Sustainable Packaging

Patagonia Partners with Canopy’s Pack4Good Initiative For Sustainable Alternative Packaging

The collaboration with the non-profit aims to reduce Patagonia's reliance on trees by utilizing agricultural waste as a sustainable alternative.

September 12, 2024

Recycling

Keurig Pays $1.5M SEC Fine Over K-Cup Recyclability

Keurig Dr. Pepper did not disclose that recycling companies expressed concerns over K-Cups recyclability.

September 11, 2024

Contract Packaging

Reserve your space for F4SS Fall Connect at PACK EXPO

The Foundation for Supply Chain Solutions (F4SS) hosts its fall event November 5-6 at PACK EXPO, with the theme A.I. enabled sustainability in the supply chain.

September 10, 2024

Robotics

Precision Automation Brings Robotics & Labeling Solutions to the Windy City

Precision Automation® Company, Inc.

Check out Booth N-4920 at PACK EXPO International 2024, where Precision Automation's FANUC CRX collaborative robot and multiple labeling systems will be on display.

September 9, 2024

Recycling

Advanced Recycling: A Pivotal Tool for Circularity

Advanced recycling technology can provide an additional avenue to meet society’s increasing demand for more PCR plastic, but challenges around feedstock, legislation, and misconceptions may slow growth.

September 9, 2024

Webinars

Perfect Packaging Design Driven by MODSIM

In this webinar, we will showcase how simulation on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, with advanced solver technology, helps to replace time-consuming physical prototypes with much faster simulations.

October 8, 2024

Sponsored By: Dassault Systèmes

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Operational Excellence

Balancing Digitalization and Security: Key Takeaways from the Cybersecurity Summit in Chicago

Consumer packaged goods companies adopting digital technologies like cloud computing and AI need to understand and protect against the security gaps these tools can create.

September 9, 2024

Reusable/Returnable

Burger King, Cadence, and La Rosée Introduce Refillable and Reusable Packaging Innovations

ThePackHub

See a few examples of refillable and reusable packaging innovations from Burger King, Cadence, and La Rosée from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone.

September 9, 2024

Digital Transformation

Argus Launches Indexes to Increase U.S. Polyethylene Market Transparency

Argus

The Argus Polyethylene Transaction Index provides a comprehensive benchmark for pricing polyethylene in the U.S., boosting transparency and supporting fair market practices.

September 6, 2024

Package Printing

Fortis Solutions Group Names New CEO

Fortis Solutions Group

Carlos Tapias is appointed new CEO of Fortis Solutions Group, replacing John O. Wynne, Jr., who served for 14 years and will transition to the role of Chairman of the Board.

September 6, 2024

Sustainable Packaging

Best Buy Collaborates with Sealed Air on Sustainable Packaging Solutions

The major electronics retailer partnered with Sealed Air to introduce packaging solutions with higher recycled content.

September 6, 2024