Flexible packaging

Edson debuts delta robot case packer

Edson, specialists in case packing of hard-to-handle flexible packages, introduces an all-new, ELAU-enabled delta robot packer, the RPd 270, at PACK EXPO booth N-4345

August 28, 2008

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Coping with packaging price increases

Input costs are causing packaging suppliers to raise prices, forcing CPG companies to devise effective coping strategies.

August 28, 2008

Recycling

In UK, holiday sweets to be packaged "green"...

Mars and Nestle have reiterated their commitment to packaging reduction by outlining ways they will cut back this holiday season.

August 27, 2008

Sustainable Packaging

Measuring sustainability with ASSET™, Alcan Packaging's comprehensive measuring tool for packaging

The Alcan Sustainability and Stewardship Evaluation Tool (ASSET™), is the first statistical tool to comprehensively analyze and measure the sustainability impact of a packaging product.

August 24, 2008

Recycling

British supermarket prevents crying over spilt milk...

Asda will sell milk in a container that is made from 91 percent recycled office paper, and is 99 percent recyclable.

August 20, 2008

Recycling

Don't cry! UK baby bottles are recycled and recyclable...

British organic baby care manufacturer, Beaming Baby, is the first UK-based toiletries company to use 100 percent recycled plastic in their bottles for baby.

August 20, 2008

Reusable/Returnable

In Kenya, coffee exporters benefit from new packaging standards

Coffee farmers in Kenya will begin using jute to package their beans.

August 13, 2008

Recycling

British company introduces decorative products and packages that benefit environment...

ZeroTree is a new collection of eco-friendly shopping bags and packages from Noble Gift Packaging.

August 13, 2008

Recycling

American entrepreneur hits "green" packaging snags...

When Aqua2Go was started by Stacey Griffin, she was pleased to be able to stress her product's "green" packaging. But there has been unforeseen backlash.

August 13, 2008

Reusable/Returnable

Tray Containers: Applications and Advantages

Today’s retailers—from big-box mass merchandisers to traditional supermarkets—are all looking to increase speed from the dock to the floor, while reducing labor. This white paper from Wexxar/BEL discusses how tray containers—available in a wide variety of styles, with corresponding automatic forming systems—offer an appealing solution.

August 12, 2008

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Noteworthy Items Gleaned From the World News

The Sustainable Outlook newsletter has a new name—Greener Package.

August 10, 2008

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Setting a Brand Apart Through Effective Sustainable Packaging

A growing number of companies are focusing on sustainable products and processes to reduce their impact on the environment, improve efficiency, and strengthen their brands.

August 10, 2008

Sustainable Packaging

A key driver in sales at retail

Where would retailing be today without vibrant packaging?

August 5, 2008