Sustainability

CMG Plastics Expands In-mold Labeling Capabilities

A new high-speed Ilsemann Automation In-Mold Labeling System is now fully operational at CMG’s N.J. facility.

April 21, 2021

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Beverage

AB InBev and Circular Packaging

In this exclusive interview with Mundo PMMI, AB InBev's Global Director of Packaging Innovation, Keenan Thompson, explains their recent development of a truly circular packaging for its beer six-pack using barley straw as a raw material.

April 20, 2021

Contract packaging

Consumer-Centric Packaging Innovation

Association for Contract Packagers & Manufacturers (CPA)

Is packaging the product? Consumers drive package and product innovation with their decision making and trends. Recently the Contract Packaging Association discussed this intersection between innovation and consumer.

April 20, 2021

Flexible packaging

Michelman Joins the International Molded Fiber Association

Michelman Inc.

Michelman joined the International Molded Fiber Association (IMFA) to help advance fiber-based packaging in a circular economy.

April 19, 2021

Sustainability

Specialty Personal Care Brands Shift from Plastic to Aluminum Packs

Specialty shampoo, soap, and conditioner brands are embracing shatter-proof, recyclable aluminum packaging in a bid to attract sustainability-minded consumers with less price sensitivity.

April 16, 2021

Flexible packaging

Pregis Opens Two Texas Manufacturing Facilities

Pregis

Pregis opened two new manufacturing facilities in the Dallas area to support growing demand in the Southern region of North America.

April 15, 2021

Converting equipment

Oryx Additive Launches scaWaterjet Cleaning Station

Oryx Additive

Oryx Additive announces the launch of its scaWaterjet water-pressure cleaning station designed to remove support material from multiple 3D printed models rapidly, with bulk and/or fine detail jetting options.

April 15, 2021

Sustainability

Selenis Increases Its Production of PETG Resins With Recycled Content

Selenis

Selenis has taken a step toward the acceleration of a circular economy, by increasing its production of PETG resins with incorporated recycled content to full production volumes.

April 14, 2021

Flexible packaging

WPO Announces Date for WorldStar 2021 Awards Virtual Ceremony

World Packaging Organisation

WPO (World Packaging Organisation) will host a virtual ceremony on June 9, 2021 for the winners of WorldStar 2021. All winners will be announced, including WorldStar Special Awards, Student Awards, and WPO Life Time Achievement Award.

April 14, 2021

Sustainable Packaging

Organic Baby Shampoo & Conditioner Brand is Latest of its Ilk to Go All-In for Aluminum

Nature’s Baby Organics is another recent entry in the shift away from plastic, and toward aluminum, for packaging of personal care and bath products, particularly specialty products with elements like vegan, organic, or cruelty-free.

April 13, 2021

Recycling

The Intersection of Sustainability and Flexible Films

April 13, 2021

E-commerce/D2C packaging

Packaging Trend Focus: E-commerce Channel Growth is Great Packaging Opportunity

ThePackHub

All signs are that the e-commerce market will continue to thrive even after the COVID-19 pandemic is behind us. There is excellent opportunity for operators to find innovative ways to make online packaging both more functional and sustainable.

April 10, 2021

Digital Printing

As Digitally Printed Cans Develop, Craft Brewers Still Love Labels

The pandemic made craft brewers focus on retail packaging as kegs for foodservice, restaurants, and taprooms were diminished, and cans keep gaining momentum. In this "Take Five with Packaging World" video, we’ll look at how those cans are decorated.

April 9, 2021