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August 4, 2008

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Recycling

California packager receives first Cradle-to-Cradle certification...

Be Green Packaging has won Silver Cradle-to-Cradle certification for its bulrush packaging.

July 29, 2008

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July 14, 2008

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What is d2w?

Tiger Brands’ responsible decision to convert their bags to oxo-biodegradable paves a path for others to follow.

July 2, 2008

Flexibles

Measurable success on the sustainability front

To paraphrase poet Robert Frost, we’ve miles to go before we’re green. But look at the progress we’ve made in the few short years sustainability has been on the front burner.

July 2, 2008

Flexibles

Tray puts PLA on the MAP

Seeking sustainability for case-ready meats and vegetables, fresh food packaging provider Coopbox Italia (www.coopbox.com) of Reggio Emilia, Italy, introduced in 2005 a foam food tray made from polylactic acid resin from NatureWorks (www.natureworksllc.com).

July 2, 2008

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What's in a name...

Milanino's, Pepico's, Koniki's, Santi's. No, these aren't 16th century Renaissance paintings.

June 19, 2008

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June 10, 2008

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Sustainable resin

To help retailers serve environmentally conscious consumers, PWP Industries has introduced AgroResin® sustainable packaging.

June 2, 2008

Protective/transport packaging

PCW corrugated boxes

Salazar Packaging’s Globe Guard™ corrugated boxes are made from 100% post-consumer waste material.

June 1, 2008

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June 1, 2008

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Plastic suppliers enhance performance characteristics of PLA

Ingeo™ polymer produced by NatureWorks LLC (www.natureworksllc.com) is one of the most discussed biopolymers on the market today.

June 1, 2008

Contract packaging

EastPack returns to New York

EastPack, the East Coast’s largest packaging event, is ready to run with five other shows at New York City’s Javits Convention Center.

May 13, 2008