Protective/transport packaging

Biodegradable foam protects electronics shipments

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

June 29, 2012

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Study strikes down 'sustainable packaging' terminology

PwC reports that the term ‘sustainable packaging’ is too broad to be useful and has instead been substituted in recent years with the concept of supply chain efficiency.

June 28, 2012

Recycling

Walmart to launch new compliance pack

More than 3,600 pharmacies will employ new Shellpak Renew, which aims to give pharmacists more time to counsel patients and improve adherence.

June 28, 2012

Recycling

Next-generation metal detectors

Magnetic Products, Inc. (MPI) offers the complete line of Cassel metal detectors, featuring exclusive “four-quadrant” technology.

June 26, 2012

Secondary Packaging

Trends in case packing equipment

There are a number of trends that are driving the design of modern case-packing equipment...

June 26, 2012

Recycling

Nurses, medical pros help drive device packaging improvements

Medical device companies use input from nurses and professionals to develop packaging that opens easier and works harder in the field.

June 26, 2012

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High Liner Foods reels in sustainability savings

North American provider of frozen seafood switches to a mineral-based coating for its cartons that provides greater barrier protection and reduces plastic use by 40,000 lb/yr.

June 25, 2012

Reusable/Returnable

Customized pressure testing system

Sherloc System™ detects dangerous containers that can cause serious damage to people and/or property.

June 22, 2012

Protective/transport packaging

Brand edge and strap protector product line

Intertape Polymer Group® launched ANGLEGUARD™ brand edge and strap protectors to its iCushion® Protective Packaging product line.

June 22, 2012

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'Twelve principles of green packaging'

Today’s presentations at the 18th World Packaging Conference in San Luis Obispo, CA, included a valuable refresher course, of sorts, on sustainable packaging.

June 20, 2012

Sustainable Packaging

Greenpeace puts the heat on KFC paper source

Organization claims KFC and parent company Yum! Brands are 'trashing rainforests'; KFC says it sources from sustainable forests.

June 15, 2012

Sustainable Packaging

Wanted: Suppliers offering packaging material innovation and expertise

Hard-pressed to do more with less, manufacturers rely on suppliers with industry knowledge, with an eye on sustainability and validated processes.

June 14, 2012

Sustainable Packaging

PCR PET for peanut butter jar

Entrepreneurial accomplishment has never sidetracked Justin Gold from making great peanut butter or from his commitment to environmental stewardship.

June 13, 2012