Sustainable Packaging

U.S. demand for bioplastics to exceed 550M lb in 2016

New study predicts a 20% annual growth rate for bioplastics, with non-biodegradable bio-based resins representing more than two-fifths of volume demand.

July 10, 2012

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Sustainable Packaging

Six steps toward greater organizational sustainability

The economic rule of thumb of the past century—more and cheaper is better—must be supplanted by a new refrain for economic success and personal happiness.

July 10, 2012

Sustainable Packaging

Benefits of packaging outlined by AMERIPEN brochure

New brochure explains how the thoughtful use of packaging actually helps prevent waste and save energy. Sections focus on economic, environmental, and social benefits.

July 10, 2012

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Best practices for buying heat shrink labeling machinery

Here are a half-dozen best practices you can follow in buying heat shrinking labeling machinery...

July 6, 2012

Sustainable Packaging

How leading pharma/device firms employ sustainability

Medical device and pharmaceutical manufacturers recognize that sustainability efforts can pay multiple dividends.

July 3, 2012

Containers

Root beer in aluminum pint bottle

For premier craft brewer Oskar Blues Brewery of Lyons, CO, combining their home-brewed root beer with a convenient, quick-chilling, resealable aluminum bottle benefited not only Oskar Blues and its customers but also the family of Brian Stiff.

July 3, 2012

Containers

Tropicana's bold shift to PET

Project "Inspiration" takes Tropicana Pure Premium into four new PET bottles, including two handled containers made with a new EBM grade that’s approved for recycling.

July 3, 2012

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The package designer’s role in influencing recyclability

Among all the stakeholders in creating more sustainable packaging, package designers often wield the most influence, especially when it comes to their choice of materials.

July 3, 2012

Recycling

Bronco Wines flying high in PET

Single-serve, PET format for Bronco Wine brands proves a convenient option for airlines, which appreciate the convenience and light weight of the 187-mL bottle.

July 2, 2012

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Innovation on two fronts

Last month in this space I described how impressed I was with H.J. Heinz, not only because it has been truly innovative in its approach to packaging but also because it has the good sense to celebrate and promote what its hard-working and talented packaging professionals have come up with.

July 2, 2012

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Dissecting the Unilever 'Plan'

At an April event in Washington, D.C., Unilever reported on its progress toward its 10-year Sustainable Living Plan, announced in late 2010. At the event, Unilever senior vp, Sustainability, Gavin Neath provided details on the company’s goals for packaging.

July 2, 2012

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Packaging and food security

Packaging has always protected consumers from contamination (intentional or unintentional) or tampering, there is no legislation stipulating that packaging must perform this role.

July 2, 2012

Protective/transport packaging

Biodegradable foam protects electronics shipments

Cornstarch-based protective packaging provides sustainable option for global shipping of electronics product.

June 29, 2012