Containers

Milk ‘flavorizer’ in tin evokes brand’s nostalgic positioning

Generations-old family farm Shatto Milk selects a specialty tin for its new powdered milk flavorings that complements the high-quality, time-tested glass bottle format used for its milk.

May 18, 2019

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Controls & Machine Components

Allied Motion: Brushless motor

Allied Motion Technologies introduces the EnduraMax 75i Series, a 75 mm diameter brushless DC motor with an all-digital integrated drive.

May 17, 2019

Sustainable Packaging

Asia Pulp and Paper: Compostable carryout container

Asia Pulp & Paper’s Bio Container is constructed of folding boxboard and is an ideal biodegradable and compostable solution for carryout containers, trays, and other direct food contact items. It is suitable for both microwave and freezer use.

May 15, 2019

Controls & Machine Components

Banner Engineering: Safety controller

Banner Engineering introduces the SC10 Series safety controller for monitoring safety devices on smaller machines with hazardous motion. It can replace the functionality of two or more safety relay modules.

May 14, 2019

Material handling

Thirty warehouse improvement ideas

Sometimes a simple concept can help to improve time, efficiency and cost in the supply chain warehouse environment.

May 13, 2019

Sustainable Packaging

It’s a material world Part 2: Tackling the plastics problem through package design

With help from Charlotte Warren from Equator Design’s Nottingham, England, studio, we examine how packaging designers can lead the change to save our oceans from plastics overuse.

May 13, 2019

Sustainable Packaging

It’s a material world, Part I: How alternative materials can address the plastics problem

What do langoustine shells, nut shells, banana peels, and plastic waste have in common? They are all being trialed for use in packaging as an alternative to plastic.

May 12, 2019

Controls & Machine Components

AutomationDirect: Safety relay modules

AutomationDirect’s Dold UH6932 and Dold UH6937safety relay modules consist of safety relays that are controlled by built-in monitoring functions and assure a reliable opening and closing for safety applications.

May 10, 2019

Cartons and boxes

Cannabis brand incorporates recyclable, child-resistant packaging

When upgrading its packaging for CA compliance, cannabis brand Garden Society finds tamper-evident stickers and child-resistant boxes and cartons that maintain the botanical aesthetic.

May 9, 2019

Material handling

Theft and sabotage in the supply chain is big business

Supply chain theft is estimated at $35-40 billion per year in the US, and today’s threats to the commercial supply chain are different than those of the past. Logistics companies are perfect targets, and those that aren’t aware of the changes are more likely to fall prey.

May 9, 2019

Containers

Dispenser for personal care product is a delight to (be)hold

An airless dispenser for Italian personal care brand Bionike delivers fast and convenient product access for the consumer, while providing enhanced marketing for the brand.

May 7, 2019

E-commerce/D2C packaging

3PL ups its game on e-comm order fulfillment

Lighting displays on warehouse pick carts and put walls combined with sophisticated software bring a new level of efficiency and accuracy to Capacity LLC of New Jersey.

May 6, 2019

Cartons and boxes

The ‘face’ of High Liner Foods gets a makeover

As part of a major brand refresh, the Canadian seafood company’s iconic Captain High Liner gets a modern makeover to reflect the brand’s young-at-heart personality.

May 6, 2019