Logistics/Supply Chain

Bastian Solutions Breaks Ground on New Campus in Noblesville, Indiana

Toyota-backed logistics company invests $165 million in manufacturing and corporate headquarters, creating jobs and boosting local economy.

July 22, 2024

Leaders (UNIVERSAL TAXONOMY PW): Page 192

Inspect/detect/checkweigh/x-ray

Star Quality: See Fortress Technology's Icon X-Ray AT PACK EXPO International 2024

Fortress Technology Inc.

Visit Booth S-1758, where Fortress will have its biggest equipment presentation ever, including the Icon X-ray inspection system, which increases efficiency in food inspection.

July 22, 2024

Flexible packaging

Volpak and Lecta Join Forces to Create Sustainable Packaging Solutions

Volpak

Partnership aims to develop and test eco-friendly papers for flexible packaging, addressing growing consumer demand for sustainable products.

July 22, 2024

Recycling

From Trash to Treasure: New Facility Turns Used Cartons into Sustainable Building Materials

Market demand drives innovative partnerships that will recycle 750 tons of cartons a month.

July 22, 2024

Contract Packaging

Romark Logistics Named a Top 100 Third Party Logistics Provider for Seventh Consecutive Year

Romark Logistics

Supply chain solutions provider recognized for flexibility, scalability, and sustainability.

July 22, 2024

Digital Transformation

Packaging Predictions from Years Past Prove True Today

Over the years, PW columnists have gone out on limbs, some sturdier than others, to make bold predictions on packaging trends. Their accuracy and hit rate is worth noting.

July 19, 2024

Filling, Capping & Closing

Spee-Dee Promotes Jaime Schultz to COO

Spee-Dee Packaging Machinery, Inc.

Learn who the packaging machinery manufacturer tabbed to oversee operations and drive strategic growth initiatives.

July 17, 2024

Package Design

Gen Z's Packaging Revolution: 7 Trends Reshaping Design

As Gen Z emerges as a potent consumer force, packaging design is undergoing a radical transformation. From vibrant explosions of color to embracing imperfections, these seven trends capture the essence of Gen Z's unique aesthetic preferences and values.

July 17, 2024

Robotics

Coesia and PWR Announce Strategic Partnership

Coesia Group

Partnership combines Coesia's reach with PWR's robotics expertise to deliver automated systems for complex food production environments.

July 16, 2024

Labeling

Nita Inc. Acquires Shorewood Engineering LLC

Nita Labeling Systems

Acquisition strengthens Nita's labeling solutions with acquisition of Minnesota-based rotary label specialist.

July 16, 2024

Reusable/Returnable

Craft Naturals, Abel & Cole, and Everdrop Introduce Refillable and Reusable Packaging Innovations

ThePackHub

See a few examples of refillable and reusable packaging innovations from Craft Naturals, Abel & Cole, and Everdrop from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone.

July 16, 2024

Package Design

New Look Chips Ahoy! Easily Distinguishable On a Shelf

Learn how a new flavor profile earns a new, improved image and look, followed closely by a separate design for a new gluten-free option.

July 15, 2024

Robotics

FANUC America Unveils New $110 Million Robotics and Automation Campus in Michigan

FANUC America

FANUC America has expanded its footprint to over 2 million square feet and has created over 400 jobs since 2019.

July 15, 2024