Coding, Printing & Labeling

PLC fits modular design approach for inline printer

Tailored for printing pharmaceutical packaging materials, Hapa’s Web 4.0 meets internal control requirements while delivering key customer benefits.

August 16, 2018

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Contract Packaging

CPA awards over $6,500 in scholarships

In memory of its founding father, Tom Bacon, the CPA awards scholarships totaling more than $6,500 to students pursuing a degree in the packaging field.

August 15, 2018

Secondary Packaging

Case packer features flap conditioner

Because flaps on corrugated reshippers don’t have the crisp memory that is typically found on brand new corrugated cases, a ‘flying opener’ is being deployed at McManis Family Winery.

August 15, 2018

E-commerce/D2C packaging

Consumer education is key for kids’ beverage marketer

In this First Person interview, Matt Swanson, Rethink Brands’ Co-Founder and CEO, discusses the company’s brand investment and the importance of reaching consumers in a product segment that’s been stagnant for years.

August 14, 2018

Controls & Machine Components

AutomationDirect: Integrated stepper motors and drives

AutomationDirect adds Integrated motors and drives to its SureStep line of stepper motion control products. Units provide accurate micro-stepping position and speed control for smooth motion and step response and require only two components, power supply, and integrated stepper motor/drive.

August 14, 2018

Containers

Olive oil’s provenance drives bottle redesign

Bertolli Olive Oil bottle gets a facelift that pays homage to its city of origin, Lucca, Italy, with an oval bottle that represents the heart of the city and label graphics that support its history of innovation.

August 13, 2018

Sustainability

Corrugated plays pivotal role in e-commerce supply chain equation

The packaging industry needs to get a clear picture of where the growth is, and the public needs to learn about environmental footprint.

August 13, 2018

Plastics/resins

Snack-size chicken skewers satisfy consumers’ cravings

Canadian protein product maker introduces a fully-cooked, snack-size chicken skewer with three sauce options in a 4-oz thermoform that makes it easy for consumers to dip and snack on the go.

August 12, 2018

Labels

Special Ops-tested laundry detergent tub exudes masculinity

Home cleaning products company targeting the specific needs of men selects a rugged container with military-inspired graphics on an in-mold label to introduce its laundry detergent pacs.

August 11, 2018

Secondary Packaging

Case forming brings benefits

Case forming as opposed to case erecting plays a key role in the secondary packaging operation at a new bottling line at McManis Family Winery.

August 10, 2018

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Sovena ensures print-code quality for olive oil packaging

Continuous ink-jet equipment prints production dates onto olive oil product bottle necks, providing reliable traceability to markets around the globe.

August 9, 2018

Plastics/resins

A cereal that says just add milk

Le Petit Déjeuner cereal from Greek company Tsakiris Family is a premium product that allows consumers to enjoy cereal on the go, without having to carry around a bowl and spoon.

August 8, 2018

Controls & Machine Components

Butler Automation: Safety chucks

Butler Automation introduces Hydralign® COR-SAFE™ safety chucks. They are known to provide roll support and torque transmission for web processing production lines. Interchangeable parts minimize downtime resulting in long-term production cost savings.

August 7, 2018