Sustainability

Breakthrough multipack concept makes its debut

First to commercialize a novel multi packing concept based on nothing more than small dots of glue and a carry handle is Danone with four-packs of 1.25-L PET bottles of Evian Prestige water.

March 10, 2016

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Sustainability

PLA wine bottle debuts

Bodega Matarromera of Spain has successfully completed the development of a new sustainable bottle for their wines that is made from the bioplastic PLA.

March 9, 2016

Containers

Stainless steel can captures nostalgia of moonshine whiskey

Stillhouse Whiskey Co. introduces its line of 100% clear corn whiskey in a flask-like, bright-red metal can with vintage graphics that taps into consumers’ desire for nostalgia.

March 8, 2016

Containers

Molex: Polymicro Technologies nano-Capillary Tubing

New tubing line features internal diameters smaller than 1 micron.

March 7, 2016

Material handling

Amgen Employs Cyclic Olefin Polymer for Vials

West’s vial and closure container system help genetically modified herpes simplex virus type 1 therapy withstand cold storage, reduce breakage risks and provide barrier against extractables without compromising seal integrity.

March 4, 2016

Containers

Krones celebrates 1st anniversary of South American Training Center

Enthusiastic feedback fuels the first birthday celebration for Krones’ Training and Customer Center in South America.

March 2, 2016

Containers

Tubs for sweets

Al Wefag, the market leader in sugar confectionery in Saudi Arabia, has launched its gummy candy series Borgat in two sizes of plastic tubs, citing the particular benefits of more branding space, a more vibrant look, and a better finish over its previous packaging format.

February 24, 2016

Thermoform/fill/seal

Life Science Tools Assist, From Research to Medical Diagnostics

Labels represent a critical component of Promega’s products.

February 23, 2016

Sustainability

Preventing Legitimate Products From Entering Illegitimate Channels

Strong relationships with its suppliers, customers helps converter Nosco protect brands.

February 23, 2016

Containers

CDF Corp.: Bag-in-Box Container

20-L bag-in-box package passes the design qualification testing of a combination package; fiberboard box with plastic bag.

February 22, 2016

Containers

Soft-boiled egg conveniently available

UK consumers can now enjoy the convenience of a perfect soft-boiled egg in just five minutes thanks to the inspiration of a new brand by the name of Yowk and the innovative packaging skills of its container suppliers.

February 12, 2016

Plastics/resins

Packaging changes help grow hangover remedy

The decision to outsource packaging, and a switch from glass to PET bottles, prepares hangover remedy beverage brand Life Support for market growth.

February 6, 2016

Form/fill/seal - horizontal

Redesigned cup builds sales for Triballat-Noyal yogurt

France-based dairy firm works with its supplier on specialized materials, cup shape and f/f/s machine for its 125-g yogurt cups.

February 4, 2016