Containers

1-piece oval tubes

World Wide Packaging offers patented 1-piece oval tubes that feature custom-made, injection-molded flip-top caps, angled applicators, and dome caps.

March 4, 2008

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Containers

Roll-on tube

The Roll-On Tube from Continental Packaging Systems is an innovative tube suitable for applying cosmetics, lotions, and deodorants.

March 4, 2008

Flexibles

DVD package built with sustainable 'ark-itecture'

Evan Almighty launches in a special, paper-based DVD package in Canada.

March 2, 2008

Closures

'Zenergized' tube suits Walgreen's, other retailers

Tubes make effervescent energy tablets portable for consumers.

March 2, 2008

Flexible packaging

Industry watch

March 2, 2008

Closures

Svelte, clean-look bath product packaging

In August 2007, Gold Canyon of Chandler, AZ, introduced a new line of bath products called Emerge Total Response Therapy.

March 2, 2008

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

Bee-themed pack creates a buzz

Lornamead’s LypSyl lip care products are enticing and functional.

February 15, 2008

Flexibles

2008 FPA Silver Award Winners

Photos of the 2008 Flexible Packaging Assn. Silver Award winners.

February 14, 2008

Flexible packaging

Leveraging the potential of servo automation

Hassia Redatron’s sachet machine uses Intelligent Servo Modules for reliability and more precise dosing.

February 13, 2008

Sustainability

Biodegradable void-fill

Ecologically designed packing peanuts from Starch Tech are 100% biodegradable and provide a sustainable alternative to cushioning products that end up in landfills.

January 11, 2008

Containers

$55 billion in sales might be at stake. Is your packaging strategy ready to grab the gusto?

If the authors of a new report are correct, as much as $55 billion in annual product sales could be up for grabs over the next 10 years. If you want a piece of this pie, pay close attention to the continuing evolution of private-label brands.

January 11, 2008

Flexible packaging

Combating product separation, contamination

Seasoning blends and dry mix specialist installs easy-to-clean flexible screw conveyors for more efficient product delivery to filling lines.

January 11, 2008

Flexible packaging

High-volume retailers set the pace for packaging

Consumer packaged goods companies follow high-volume retailers’ packaging lead as they seek to align with retailer strategies, brand positioning.

January 11, 2008