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Packaging Material Growth Expected Across Categories
U.S. packaging categories are predicted to see big material changes by 2026, including large gains in rigid plastic, flexible packaging and metal.
January 25, 2023
Rigid plastic takes up the greatest share of projected beverage packaging.
Live from the Floor of the 2023 Winter Fancy Food Show
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Winter Fancy Food Showcase Highlights
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GS1 US: Why the Barcode Isn't Going Anywhere
"We’re thrilled to have deep collaboration with members like Amazon, which currently sits on our Board of Governors, to drive supply chain and ecommerce innovation while also meeting the growing needs of today’s connected consumer."
January 13, 2023
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The Cost of Shrinkflation Adds Up for Manufacturers
The process adjustments and considerations involved with product downsizing extend far beyond what consumers see on store shelves.
January 11, 2023
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Top 10 Articles of 2022 - #10: How Will Inflation Affect Packaging Material Costs in 2022?
Join us as we look back at the most-read Packaging World stories of 2022. At #10, check out this report that provided a 12-month inflation outlook in North America for packaging materials, including plastic, paper, glass, and aluminum.
December 24, 2022
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Growing Pains in Direct to Consumer E-Commerce
With direct to consumer e-commerce expected to grow in the near future, manufacturers need to consider automation advancements that can help ease the process.
December 21, 2022
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Successful Automation Relies on Manufacturer Partnerships
Over 90% of packaged goods companies want OEMs to offer deeper relationships and enhanced training opportunities on automation technologies.
December 14, 2022
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Highcon, SEE Announce Strategic Collaboration
The collaboration includes SEE’s $8M investment in Highcon’s convertible debt as well as the purchase of its first Highcon Beam 2C system.
December 9, 2022
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Packaged Goods Companies Hesitant on Remote Access
Cybersecurity is a top concern among companies considering remote access, but useful applications are available for those who embrace the technology.
December 9, 2022
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IoPP’s Inaugural ‘Fundamentals of Medical Device Packaging’ Course a Success
"We wanted to reach as many people as possible while keeping the class size small... it’s intensive on multiple levels,” says course founder Jennifer Benolken. The class will be offered again in Feb. 2023 at MD&M West.
December 6, 2022
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Packaging and Processing Seen As Ideal for Automation
Most consumer packaged goods companies see packaging and processing as ideal for automation, but automated warehousing also holds significant benefits.
December 1, 2022
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Bower Collective uses an on-pack QR code to provide provenance information and directions to foster consumer engagement once scanned with a smartphone in the home. Meanwhile, for Bower, logistics and performance information is gleaned at each scan, both on the filling lines and upon collection as the empty pouches are mailed back, forming a reusable, refillable, circular system.
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Bower Collective Uses Digital Passport for Circular Home Reuse/Refill Model
This D2C home care company invites consumers to scan an on-pack QR for directions, provenance info, and other engaging content. Meanwhile, logistics and performance information is gleaned at each scan, both on the filling lines and upon collection.
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Case-Ready Meat Continues Growth, Along With Digital Messaging
Rigid plastic takes up the greatest share of projected beverage packaging.
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Packaging Material Growth Expected Across Categories
As products get closer to their expiration date, prices are dropped accordingly, creating an incentive for consumers to purchase near-expiration fresh foods if they intend to consume them soon. German retailer and wholesaler METRO tested the concept with provider Wasteless and is rolling it out over more stores.
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German Supermarket METRO Experiments with Dynamic Pricing
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