Flexibles

Stackable flexible package features reclosable lid produced from a single roll of film

Patented PrimaPak design from Clear Lam replaces cans, bottles and jars eliminating hundreds of millions of pounds of glass, plastic and metal from landfills. Packaging is designed to reduce weight, improve cube utilization and enhance product to package ratios as well as maximize efficiencies in warehousing, shipping, and merchandising.

September 30, 2013

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Sustainable Packaging

Consumer confusion over food expiration dates causes massive food waste

New study cites inconsistent and ineffective food dating system as a major case of food waste in the U.S., outlining challenges and recommendations.

September 30, 2013

Sustainable Packaging

Chicken Packaging is something to cluck about, says AMERIPEN

New study from AMERIPEN cites how packaging for chicken reduces contamination, increases product variety and convenience, and reduces food waste.

September 27, 2013

Sustainability

1 billion tons of steel recycled in 25 years

The Steel Recycling Institute celebrates its 25th anniversary, highlighting achievements such as an 88% recycling rate, increased energy efficiency, and reduced CO2 emissions.

September 27, 2013

Sustainability

45% of U.S. households have access to carton recycling

Carton recycling jumps 150% since the formation of the Carton Council of North America in 2009.

September 27, 2013

Sustainable Packaging

Recycling associations release joint plastic model bale specifications

Two recycling industry associations form taskforce to find common ground on the plastic model bale specifications to improve the efficiency of trade.

September 27, 2013

Sustainable Packaging

McDonald’s agrees to phase out foam cups

Amid pressure from advocacy group As You Sow, McDonald’s Corp. moves to replace its PS hot beverage cups with paper material.

September 27, 2013

Sustainable Packaging

Significant cost savings achieved by reusables winner

Maker of lighting solutions Finelite employs a range of reusable solutions that result in cost and environmental savings, making it the Reusable Packaging Assn.’s 2013 award winner.

September 27, 2013

Secondary Packaging

Video: Roberts PolyPro Introduces a Semi-Automatic Handle Applicator

Roberts PolyPro’s innovative semi-automatic handle applicator is a solution for companies looking to cost effectively increase market penetration. The machine lowers risk in terms of capital costs when brand owners and contract packagers are expanding production to serve new markets.

September 25, 2013

Sustainable Packaging

Recyclable PP coffee cup keeps contents hot, surface cool

Under development for six years, Berry Plastics' new Versalite™ thermal management technology for hot or cold beverage cups allows for superior insulation, keeping hot beverages hot and cold ones cold, while keeping the surface temperature cool for consumers' hands. The reusable, durable, laminated PP cup allows for 10-color reverse flexo-printed graphics and full recyclablility.

September 24, 2013

Recycling

FDA finalizes new system to identify medical devices

Agency says the rule will help to improve patient safety.

September 20, 2013

Flexibles

Cereal maker introduces plant-based box liner

Organic products maker Cascadian Farm now lines its Cinnamon Crunch cereal box with a new bag made from 57% certified plant-based material.

September 18, 2013

Secondary Packaging

Video: Roberts PolyPro improves the packaging sustainability of its handles

Roberts PolyPro has developed a new two-pack bottle handle that decrease materials sourced and increases pallet utilization. The overall source reduction translates into a 26% lower cost for these new HDPE handles designed for carrying two-gallon jugs of refrigerated product.

September 18, 2013