Sustainable Packaging

FTC 'Green Guide' revisions finalized

The final revised Green Guides largely reflect the revisions the FTC posed in 2010, with some changes.

October 9, 2012

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Industry watch

A quick run-down on the latest supplier news, mergers, expansions, and people.

October 4, 2012

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Survey pinpoints 
packaging priorities

Packaging World teamed up with DuPont Packaging’s Global Marketing group to develop 
a survey asking what’s shaping packaging today and what will shape it in 2022.

October 4, 2012

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E-packaging to grow 
rapidly in the next decade

User pull for printed electronics and e-packaging is beginning to heat up, and as it does, this nascent technology could transform the world of consumer packaged goods products.

October 4, 2012

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Pack Expo is sold out

When Pack Expo International comes to Chicago October 28 to 31, it does so in record-setting style, and its Lecture Series features Dennis Miller and James Carville.

October 4, 2012

Conveying & accumulation

Filling powdered soap 'by ear'

ABVI installs vacuum conveyor and auger 
filler to fulfill government contract 
for bio-based soaps.

October 4, 2012

Cosmetics/Personal care

Güd brings ‘eco-fun’ to natural personal care category

A new brand from Burt’s Bees puts the focus on fragrance and targets a younger female consumer through bright, contemporary graphics and fun product personalities.

October 4, 2012

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Polishing the image of 
processed food and its packaging

Packagers have long been champions of packaging, but they are not the only ones who want packaging to be well-regarded.

October 4, 2012

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An Ongoing Evolution

I’ve said more than once in this space how inspired I am by supplier/customer partnerships.

October 4, 2012

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LBP Manufacturing and Henkel join forces to produce thermal insulation for packaging

LBP Manufacturing, global manufacturer of packaging solutions for the foodservice industry, and Henkel, global manufacturer of adhesive technology, have joined together to produce Thermolite packaging, sustainable thermal insulation for packaging.

October 2, 2012

Sustainable Packaging

Tom’s of Maine launches collection program for recycling

Under new “brigade,” Tom’s will accept a range of personal care product packaging, regardless of brand. New initiative launches with a sweepstakes competition.

October 1, 2012

Sustainable Packaging

Diamond Pet Foods to use lightweight, RFID-enabled pallets

Manufacturer of natural pet foods begins shipping its products on RFID-embedded, all-plastic pallets to increase efficiency and reduce the environmental impact of its brand.

October 1, 2012

Sustainable Packaging

Is CSR dead? Study shows 'Brand Citizenship' more important to consumers

Despite heavy investment in Corporate Social Responsibility, “feel good” initiatives don’t necessarily move perceptions of brands, shows a recent research study.

October 1, 2012