Sustainability

Research: Wine doesn't hold up well in plastic bottles or bag-in-box

Some wine brands have been shifting to plastic bottles and bag-in-box formats over the past several years, citing convenience and sustainability benefits.

July 3, 2010

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Closures

Groovy beverage bottle builds green credibility

All-natural sports drink maker LIV Organic debuts the first PET bottle using new Groovy finish technology, said to use 31% less resin than a standard 38-mm finish.

July 1, 2010

Sustainability

Sustainable packaging--what's next?

Sustainable packaging continues to build momentum. If this concept is to solidify its hold on packaging and influence the way packaging professionals operate beyond the short term, a certain amount of balance is going to be needed where the three so-called “pillars” are concerned.

July 1, 2010

Containers

New graphics contemporize Lubriderm lotion's look

Johnson & Johnson has updated the look of its Lubriderm Skincare lotion, capitalizing on the brand equity of its bottle shape, while adding decorative touches that make the packaging look “more contemporary, attractive, and impactful on shelf,” says Sherry Thompson, Lubriderm senior brand manager.

July 1, 2010

Closures

Two-piece steel cans rev up motor products profile

Based in Eden Prairie, MN, Sea Foam is a leading supplier of motor treatment products and fuel additives for gasoline and diesel engines.

July 1, 2010

Conveying & accumulation

Ink-jet printer cost recouped through reliability

Custom dressing and sauce manufacturer praises the performance of its industrial ink-jet printer, purchased four years ago and still 'running like a champ.'

June 30, 2010

Secondary Packaging

ARPAC introduces AGR-Series Shrink Bundlers for Dairy Products

The AGR Series is specifically designed and built for dairy and food processing.

June 30, 2010

Closures

Whish Body Products is 'pumped' about new travel kit pack

Airless pump dispenser provides differentiation for Whish Body Products’ high-end personal care travel kit.

June 28, 2010

Containers

'Tube-in-a-tube' dispenser for Avon wins cosmetic innovator award

World Wide Packaging, a provider of cosmetic packaging components, was recognized as an ICMAD Cosmetic Innovator of the Year at the trade organization’s 37th Annual Meeting on Thursday, June 17th at 3 West Club in New York City.

June 24, 2010

Blisters/clamshells/skin packaging

Contract packager works with machine supplier to meet customer demands

To flexibly meet customer demand for shorter runs and multiple products, German contract packager KLOCKE works with its machinery supplier to train employees to quickly set up and changeover machinery.

June 17, 2010

Controls & Machine Components

One dairy, one brewery, and two P2P links

For Byrne Dairy it’s Ethernet connectivity, and for Sierra Nevada it’s a software solution. But both firms now have better communications between processing and packaging.

June 16, 2010

Flexibles

Plastic prefillable syringe systems

New biopharmaceuticals, rising production costs, at-home convenience, and safety are driving the need for break-resistant, silicone-free prefilled syringes.

June 11, 2010

Closures

Liquid Wrench dispenses confidence, advice to DIYers

Do-it-yourself projects often require tools specific to the job, and Radiator Specialty Co., Indian Trail, NC, is further focusing on this market with its lubricants, penetrants, and specialty products.

June 6, 2010