Flexibles

Quick Hits from interpack: Cavanna's Hygienic, Easy Washdown Flow Wrapper

Tool-less operator access for easy washdown, plus a hygienic design, make this system for flow-wrapping bars ideal for frequent SKU changes or frequent washdown.

June 29, 2023

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Sustainability

Advanced Recycling not the First Tech to Win Over Skeptics

The mass balance approach and its traceability underpinnings require validation for credibility, say certification provider panelists. Overcoming CPG skepticism of the nascent tech, and educating consumers, is key according to early adopter converters.

June 28, 2023

Flexibles

Quick Hits from interpack: BW Flexible Systems' Hygienic Continuous-Motion 410 ISB Bagger

From Hayssen and BW Flexible Systems comes this hygienic 410 ISB Bagger with easy operator accessibility and washdown capability. The machine can be continuous or intermittent, depending on speeds required.

June 28, 2023

Capping

Quick Hits from interpack: Enercon Debuts Advanced Super Seal Pro

Debuting at interpack was Enercon Induction Sealing Systems' Super Seal Pro, with intuitive touchscreen HMI, multiple languages, USB update capability, maintenance reminders, and a lot more new features.

June 27, 2023

Robotics

Quick Hits from interpack: ACMA Robots Collate, Single-files Chocolates for Wrapping

In this demo-version of a real application, ACMA uses a single pick-and-place robot to collate an in feed of randomly placed products (chocolates) on an intersecting conveyor. A second robot transfers product to a belt feeding chocolate wrapping ops.

June 26, 2023

Flexibles

Quick Hits from interpack: Gummy Counter & Filler by Spee-Dee & Cremer

In this OEM collaboration introduced at interpack, Spee-Dee and Cremer address the burgeoning gummy market. Check out the equipment in action.

June 23, 2023

Sustainability

Tellus Products' Plant Fiber Products Earns BPI Certification

Tellus Products

Tellus Products’ sustainable plant fiber tableware products are now certified by BPI, confirming that the products contain no added PFAS.

June 16, 2023

Sustainability

Sabic Receives 2023 ACC Sustainable Leadership Award for Circularity Achievements

SABIC

The American Chemical Council’s award recognizes Sabic’s collaborations to bring ocean bound plastic (OBP) back into a circular material.

June 15, 2023

Sustainability

Absolut Commercializes First-ever Single-mold Paper Bottles at Tesco

Absolut Vodka says it’s the first global spirits brand to sell single-mold paper-based bottles commercially in the UK, part of its journey to create a fully bio-based bottle.

June 13, 2023

Flexible packaging

TIPA Compostable Packaging, Ispak, Partner to Expand Compostable Packaging Products

TIPA Compostable Packaging

TIPA will be the sole partner of Ispak for compostable packaging solutions in the Turkish market and will enhance Ispak's offering globally.

June 8, 2023

Sustainability

UPM Biochemicals, Selenis Partner to Develop Sustainable PETG

UPM Biochemicals

The partnership will help the packaging industry reduce its CO2 footprint and redefine the sustainability goals of its customers.

June 2, 2023

Sustainability

Dow, New Energy Blue to Collaborate on Developing Renewable Plastic Materials

Dow

The first-of-its-kind agreement in North America would create bio-based ethylene from renewable agricultural residues for Dow's U.S. Gulf Coast assets to produce renewable plastics.

May 31, 2023

Sustainable Packaging

Compostable Packaging: Innovation and Growth Driven by Brands and Consumer Demand

PMMI Media Group

Discover compostable packaging, its benefits and drawbacks, and its current applications. Expect this eco-friendly format to surge in popularity for brands of all sizes in the coming decade.

May 31, 2023