Coding & Marking

Retailer Aldi, Store Brand Milsani Test HolyGrail 2.0 Digital Watermark Initiative

In preparation for the testing phase of the HolyGrail 2.0 initiative, Aldi partnered with Digimarc and Wipak to print invisible codes, called digital watermarks, on packaging to improve sorting of materials upon collection at end of life.

September 28, 2023

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Rotary Capper Offers Closure Versatility

The eMC2 all-electric rotary capper from Serac can handle caps, pumps, and trigger sprayers at high speeds with quick changeover.

September 28, 2023

Sustainable Packaging

The Power of Recycled Materials

Explore how recycled materials are shaping the packaging industry, discover the role of regulations and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), and learn how manufacturers are overcoming production obstacles.

September 27, 2023

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Thermal Inkjet Bulk Coding System

HP's new TIJ 108-mm bulk printing system enables direct printing onto the outside of boxes, eliminating the need for labels.

September 27, 2023

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Flow-wrapper Splices from Poly to Paper at Touch of a Button

The Delta OF-360 X is capable of running any packaging films, from paper-based films to complex laminations and recyclable mono-polymer films, with changeovers effected simply by pressing a button on the machine’s HMI.

September 13, 2023

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Doubling Down on BOPE Materials at PACK EXPO Las Vegas

At PACK EXPO Las Vegas, TC Transcontinental revealed its big bet on recyclable monomaterial BOPE films, with a new $60 million BOPE facility. These films still rely on consumers to use store drop-off, but infrastructure and adoption are improving.

September 27, 2023

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Airtight Feature on CIJ Nozzle Eliminates Cleaning, Reduces Consumables

LEIBINGER

When not in use, the IQJET system automatically seals its print nozzle to 100% airtight, while allowing the ink to continue circulating. This prevents ink from drying and clogging, thus drastically reducing cleaning frequency.

September 27, 2023

Sustainable Packaging

Returnable, Reusable, and Refillable Packaging Solutions by Unilever, PepsiCo, Danone, Coca-Cola, and Cabinet Health

ThePackHub

See a few examples of returnable, reusable, and refillable packaging innovations by Unilever, PepsiCo, Danone, Coca-Cola, and Cabinet Health from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone.

September 26, 2023

Sustainability

Amazon, Unilever, AB InBev to Attend AIPIA Congress

The event will be held in the Beurs van Berlage, Amsterdam, November 14-15, and will be co-located with the Sustainable Packaging Summit.

September 26, 2023

Sustainability

Revolution Announces Partnership with Renowned Plastics Expert

Revolution Sustainable Solutions

Revolution Sustainable Solutions, Ltd. announces a consulting partnership with Diego Donoso, former president of Packaging & Specialty Plastics at Dow, Inc.

September 26, 2023

Sustainable Packaging

Packaging Coming Between U.S. and EU?

U.S. concerns grow over EU packaging regulations, potentially impacting trade relations.

September 22, 2023

Sustainability

Coca-Cola HBC Austria Replacing Plastic Handles with Corrugated

Coca-Cola HBC Austria and sustainable fiber-based packaging company DS Smith PLC are collaborating to replace plastic handles for 1.5-liter PET soft drink multipacks with corrugated-based outer packaging.

September 21, 2023

Sustainable Packaging

LEGO Swapping Paper for Plastic

Danish toymaker begins producing sustainable paper-based bags in its brick sets.

September 19, 2023