Sustainability

Cool sustainable packaging for e-commerce frozen treat

New Dream Pops superfood frozen treats are packed in recyclable cold chain packaging with compostable insulation for their journey to consumers’ doorsteps.

June 24, 2018

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Evertis continues its commitment to sustainability

Evertis’ logo is a symbol of one of its founding goals—sustainability.

June 14, 2018

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Digitally printed PET for World Cup bottles

The Martens brewery in Belgium is making good use of direct-to-shape digital printing to get specially designed bottles on the shelves for the soccer World Cup.

June 13, 2018

Sustainable Packaging

Plastics group acts to address marine litter issues

In this First Person column, Steve Russell, VP of Plastics at the American Chemistry Council, compliments packaging’s sustainability efforts, but packaging must provide benefits beyond its initial use as part of a ‘circular economy.’

June 12, 2018

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Marie’s makes a switch from glass to plastic

A new PET container for Marie’s refrigerated salad dressing is 100% recyclable, BPA-free, and lighter in weight, making it easier to stack and ship, and more efficient to transport.

June 10, 2018

Sustainable Packaging

The Coca-Cola Foundation commits $1M to help prevent marine debris

The grant, given to The Recycling Partnership, will provide new carts with lids to coastal communities and will help improve the collection of recyclables in these areas.

June 9, 2018

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Foodservice company Bon Appétit bans plastic straws, stirrers

CEO says ‘plastic problem is horrific and calls for a change, making Bon Appétit the first U.S. foodservice company to make this commitment.

June 9, 2018

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EXPO PACK Mexico 2018 Wrap: No one narrative can describe this market

The vibrant Mexican and Latin American markets now exhibit a healthy mix of packaging machinery and materials sophistication levels.

June 8, 2018

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Disruptive technology: Digital print finds its niche

Personalized messaging on primary packaging and e-commerce corrugated boxes are two major areas where brands are using digital printing to engage consumers.

June 7, 2018

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Sealed Air to offer Plantic™ bio-based food packaging

Sealed Air Corp. entered into an agreement with Kuraray America Inc. to offer food packaging materials derived from its Plantic™ bio-based resins in the U.S, Canada, and Mexico.

June 6, 2018

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Award winners do ‘Better with Less’

Winners of a design challenge organized by Metsä Board are recognized for their environmentally friendly and functional packaging innovations.

June 4, 2018

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New paper-based material shines at Ipack Ima

In one final look at the recently concluded Ipack Ima 2018, we review a newly developed paper-based substrate and a high-speed system for block-bottom bags of short-goods pasta.

June 4, 2018

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Cold chain growth inspires new solutions

Two high growth areas in the cold chain, namely the pharmaceutical cold chain and the meal kit food market, have necessitated this nifty pair of expanded polystyrene packaging replacements.

June 4, 2018