Controls & Machine Components

Motion-enhanced case erector

A switch from pneumatics to servo-based motion is among the reasons this automatic case erector can reach speeds of 30/min and react to changing corrugated conditions.

November 3, 2011

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Sustainable Packaging

Game-changing packaging solutions for a sustainable future

Custom-product vending machines, bulk product stores, and returnable, reusable packaging are just some of the emerging trends in sustainable packaging that could dramatically change the consumer/brand relationship.

November 3, 2011

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Proudly proclaiming packaging’s praises pushes public policy

There seems to be new pro-packaging life in the public policy debate, both here and in the UK.

November 3, 2011

Sustainable Packaging

Bio fuels spell opportunity

Today’s focus on energy sources based on renewable resources rather than on petroleum creates an opportunity for packaging.

November 2, 2011

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What did we learn at Pack Expo Las Vegas?

There’s nothing like Pack Expo to take the pulse of packaging.

November 1, 2011

Recycling

Mushroom Sauté in molded fiber tray

To-Jo Mushrooms has developed a new Traditional Mushroom Sauté that offers a fresh product with superior flavor and quick and easy preparation.

November 1, 2011

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Packaging World re-launches Web site

Simpler navigation, better design, bigger photos, related articles, and mobile/tablet friendliness lead the list of improvements.

October 31, 2011

Sustainable Packaging

New packaging recovery label system to debut in 2012

The voluntary label from GreenBlue has been designed to help reduce consumer confusion over recycling and to provide a consistent, accurate labeling system.

October 28, 2011

Sustainable Packaging

GreenBlue forms Forest Products Working Group

The new working group, comprising supplier and corporation members, will focus on developing practical tools and resources to address forest resource challenges and opportunities.

October 27, 2011

Sustainability

Fishery converts to 100%-recycled-fiber cases

Foodservice seafood provider makes transition to 100% recycled kraft for its master cases, printed with water-based, metal-free inks.

October 26, 2011

Sustainable Packaging

2010 PET container recycling rate reaches 29%

Report records seventh straight year of U.S. PET recycling rate increase.

October 26, 2011

Sustainable Packaging

Study cites alternative energy opportunities from nonrecycled plastics

Columbia University study funded by ACC calculates the energy and electricity potential available from the nonrecycled plastics currently disposed of in U.S. landfills.

October 26, 2011

Sustainable Packaging

Reckitt Benckiser releases 2010 sustainability report

Carbon 20 program achievements are ahead of schedule; reduced packaging part of the company’s plan.

October 26, 2011