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December 2022

Packaging World December 2022

Sustainable Packaging

Global Commitment Signatories to Miss 2025 Plastic Reduction Goals

A new progress report from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation confirms that the 1,000 signatories to its Global Commitment will not meet their 2025 plastic reduction goals.

December 5, 2022

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation recently released its annual New Plastics Economy Global Commitment Progress Report.

Cartons and boxes

Pair Eyewear Grows Up, But Retains its Joyful Energy

Customizable eyewear company Pair sheds its child-centric branding for a more universal audience, while still leaning into the joyfulness and fun that’s always been a part of the brand.

December 2, 2022

The new design of the eyewear box was crucial, as it’s the first tactile part of the experience for the consumer.

A Peek at PACK EXPO

It’s been four years since PACK EXPO International graced the halls of Chicago’s McCormick Place with its dynamic presence, and what a return it was.

November 30, 2022

Pat Reynolds 2016 Official

Sustainable Packaging

Are Plastic Neutrality and Carbon Offsets Effective?

In an exclusive interview, Tru Earth CEO Brad Liski explains why these programs are not the right strategies for solving the plastic waste crisis.

November 30, 2022

Brad Liski, CEO, Tru Earth

Sustainable Packaging

Collaborations Focus on Plastic’s Sustainability Progress

I considered making this column a call for the establishment of a new sustainability collaborative. But so many apparently capable ones exist, I've changed my mind. Here are some important ones to keep an eye on.

November 29, 2022

Thermoform/fill/seal

Advice About Vacuum Thermoformed Packaging

Don’t get caught in a knowledge vacuum about this major way of producing plastic packaging.

November 29, 2022

Vacuum Thermoformed Packaging

More Attention (Controversy?) for Food Packaging

If you’ve been following the recent controversies over the federal regulation of food contact materials in the U.S., including packaging, you’ve seen a variety of types of activity.

November 29, 2022

Operational Excellence

Will Digitalization Replace Sustainability as a Focus for Packagers?

As CPGs’ future growth increasingly depends on their ability to mitigate the effects of inflation on the supply chain, digitalization may overtake sustainability as a key driver.

November 28, 2022

Digitalization combines various technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), 5G, Internet of Things (IoT), augmented reality (AR), and virtual reality (VR).

Scent-Flavored, Refillable Drinking System Comes to the U.S.

The Air Up hydration system combines a custom-engineered, reusable water bottle with scent-infused PP rings that transmit flavor through the consumers’ sense of smell.

November 22, 2022

Air Up Bottle System

Sustainable Packaging

Kraft Heinz’ Shake ‘N Bake Drops Shaker Bag

Iconic brand opts to discontinue inclusion of a 'shaker' bag, instructing consumers to use durable containers in their own kitchen in order to eliminate 900,000 pounds of plastic waste.

November 21, 2022

E-commerce/D2C packaging

Toy Fulfillment Center Streamlines Packaging Ops Via Material Handling

Find out how toy manufacturer schleich boosted packaging efficiency by implementing ergonomic, thoughtfully designed conveyance to accommodate more operators on a high-mix fulfillment center packaging line.

November 8, 2022

The updated layout in this fulfillment center keeps gravity fed cases moving smoothly through picking station, around elbows, and down to taping and palletizing.

Pandemic-Driven Sales Lead to Pasta Co-Packer’s Growth

Pasta and skillet dinner co-packer EnterpriseCP sees sales skyrocket during COVID, leading to a new facility and new equipment installs, including a new bulk bag discharger and two new baggers.

November 2, 2022

An operator connects the bag spout to the system’s clamp ring and telescoping tube, which maintains constant downward pressure on the bag as it empties and elongates, promoting flow.

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