Flexibles

EPR at the Intersection Between Brands and Flexible Packaging Converters

As extended producer responsibility (EPR) laws take hold across the U.S., the Circular Action Alliance (CAA) is helping producers navigate their new obligations. Converters, though not obligated as “producers” under these laws, play a crucial supporting role, providing the data and packaging intelligence brands need to comply and reduce fees.

November 7, 2025

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Package design

Creating Sustainable Packaging to Enhance Usability and Visual Impact

Rohrer Corporation

November 7, 2025

Flexibles

Why Consumers Don't Recycle Flexibles & What to Do About It

Many Americans think they’re recycling flexible packaging, but few do it correctly. New research shows confusion, misplaced confidence, and a possible path forward through consistent language and simpler education.

November 7, 2025

Flexibles

Live from FlexForward2025: Brand owners to join FPA?

Among other discussion around sustainability, EPR, digital printing, and AI, the FPA's board approved what will be called a Brand Owner's Council, whereby brands and CPGs will have a path to FPA membership and better partner across the supply chain.

November 7, 2025

Digital Transformation

Training, Enterprise-wide Buy-in Support Food Safety and Sanitation Efforts

To help end users overcome workforce challenges, OEMs and suppliers should increase their training programs, as well as innovate for tomorrow by implementing digital integration into their offerings.

November 6, 2025

Form/fill/seal - horizontal

How Do Horizontal Form/Fill/Seal Machines Work?

Join us as we delve into the technology behind HFFS machines and how they are used in bagging and pouching lines across various industries.

November 6, 2025

Flexibles

End Markets Will Decide Flexible Film Recycling in CA, Elsewhere

As California’s EPR law advances, experts say redesigning flexible packaging for recyclability and aligning those designs with viable end markets will define how producer CPGs meet new recycling mandates.

November 5, 2025

Flexibles

U.S. Flexible Packaging Keeps on Growing Through Headwinds

FPA’s Dan Felton reports steady growth and rising profitability amid a sense of watchful tension as new state EPR laws roll out that will directly affect how brands design and source packaging.

November 5, 2025

Bio-based

Compostable Packaging Finds Its Footing

Leah Ford of CJ Biomaterials discusses how compostable materials like PHA can gain credibility through proven performance, strict certification, and better education for both consumers and policymakers.

November 5, 2025

Reusable/Returnable

Wild Introduces Refillable Roll-On Deodorant to U.K. Market

London-based sustainable personal care brand Wild debuts a refillable roll-on deodorant product featuring a reusable metal case and a bio-based, compostable refill pack.

November 5, 2025

Case/Tray Packing

New SuperFlex Case Packer Generates Strong Results for SOMIC Packaging at PACK Expo Las Vegas

SOMIC Packaging, Inc.

The North American introduction of SOMIC’s 434 SuperFlex case packing platform drew heavy interest at PACK Expo Las Vegas, with CEO Peter Fox noting high booth traffic, positive feedback, and accelerated opportunities for year-end and 2026 growth.

November 4, 2025

Package Design

Independent Can Captures IMDPA Award of Excellence

Independent Can Company

Independent Can Company receives the International Metal Decorating and Packaging Association’s award for its “Santa with Reindeer” tapered pail, recognizing the company’s ongoing commitment to quality, innovation, and craftsmanship in metal packaging.

November 4, 2025

Workforce

CAS Holdings Welcomes Gustavo Labombarda as Vice President of Operations

CAS Holdings, Inc.

Labombarda will oversee operations at CAS Holding’s Forge Park location in Franklin, MA, with a focus on efficiency, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

November 4, 2025