Contract Packaging

Contract Packaging Sourcing Center at PACK EXPO East

The Contract Packaging Association returns as program partner.

February 6, 2017

Leaders (UNIVERSAL TAXONOMY PW): Page 606

Flexibles

Virtuous Circle project distributes 1 million food pouches

The project uses a circular economy approach, combining smart food designed to meet the needs of children in isolated communities and smart packaging to keep the food fresh for as long as possible.

February 5, 2017

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

Club-store pack for lip balms creates floating, 3D effect

A holiday multipack of Softlips Cube lip balms uses a transparent PVC clamshell, insert, and sleeve with vibrant printing to produce an eye-catching multidimensional effect.

February 4, 2017

Conveying & accumulation

PFlow unveils new website

PFlow introduces new website, improving the user experience with easier navigation, better information and interactive features

February 3, 2017

Protective/transport packaging

Pregis launches new brand, business unit

Pregis launches new global branding for its surface protection films, cohesive materials, and single-face corrugated products.

February 3, 2017

Form/fill/seal - horizontal

Organic farmer optimizes packaging

Once a one-man operation, this English supplier of organic produce has grown so steadily that upgrading to a sophisticated combination scale was essential.

February 2, 2017

Filling/capping, dry

Recovering from a tsunami

This Japanese fish processor wasted no time in rebuilding and equipping its facilities after suffering the devastation of Japan’s 2011 tsunami.

February 2, 2017

Containers

Lemon beer, freshly packed for Heineken Croatia

In spring 2016, Heineken Croatia brought to its creative agency Bruketa&Zinic OM the job of creating a bottle label and a direct B2B marketing piece to showcase a limited-edition offering of its Karlovacko beer brand scheduled for launch in summer 2016.

February 2, 2017

Flexibles

American Packaging Corporation among top workplaces in U.S.

American Packaging Corporation was named the “Best of the Best” in the Best Workplace in the Americas awards for the ninth year.

February 2, 2017

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Semi-automatic print-and-apply labeler

PACK EXPO 2016: Weber has integrated an Epson ink-jet printer with a semi-automatic label applicator that is especially suitable for craft brewers.

February 1, 2017

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Next-gen CIJ printers

PACK EXPO 2016: The AX-Series of Continuous Ink Jet printers from Domino generate multiple lines of data at high speed. New print-head and an intuitive user interface are key attractions. System delivers 'the perfect drop every time.'

February 1, 2017

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Laser coding

PACK EXPO 2016: CO 2 laser system from Squid Ink features extremely rugged construction and is suitable for use in applications including food, beverage, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics.

February 1, 2017

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Engage Technologies hires sales application specialist for European market

Hans Holterman brings a wealth of experience to Squid Ink Manufacturing with more than 18 years of experience in the marking and coding industry.

February 1, 2017