Contract Packaging

The Future of CM&P Magazine

PMMI survey results indicate CM&P readers are looking for more online content on timely topics such as combatting labor shortage.

March 27, 2023

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Operational Excellence

Predictive Maintenance as a Solution to Supply Issues

Data collection advancements like smart sensors are allowing companies to be proactive about part replacement.

March 2, 2023

Material handling

Systech Completes Successful 2022

Systech

In 2022, Systech saw an extension of its authority serving the pharmaceutical market, expansion into other markets, and continued enhancement of its comprehensive platform.

February 2, 2023

Logistics/Supply Chain

EFP Establishes Operations in Lee County

EFP, LLC.

Engineered Foam Packaging invests $15 million and creates 53 new jobs in South Carolina.

January 12, 2023

Logistics/Supply Chain

EFP, LLC. Acquires NatureKool, Inc.

EFP, LLC.

Acquisition strengthens EFP’s temperature-controlled packaging portfolio and commitment to environmental stewardship.

December 22, 2022

Operational Excellence

Growing Pains in Direct to Consumer E-Commerce

With direct to consumer e-commerce expected to grow in the near future, manufacturers need to consider automation advancements that can help ease the process.

December 21, 2022

Protective/transport packaging

The ISTA Forum 2023 Program is Live, Featuring TransPack and TempPack

The agenda is now live for the 2023 ISTA Forum, which takes place May 1 to 3, 2023, in Houston. The event gathers industry professionals shaping the future of transport packaging.

December 20, 2022

Operational Excellence

Successful Automation Relies on Manufacturer Partnerships

Over 90% of packaged goods companies want OEMs to offer deeper relationships and enhanced training opportunities on automation technologies.

December 14, 2022

Material handling

Tim Driscoll Appointed Chief Technology Officer for Authentix

Authentix

Tim Driscoll, PhD, was appointed Chief Technology Officer for Authentix. In his new role, he will direct all research, innovation, and new product development.

December 6, 2022

Operational Excellence

Will Digitalization Replace Sustainability as a Focus for Packagers?

As CPGs’ future growth increasingly depends on their ability to mitigate the effects of inflation on the supply chain, digitalization may overtake sustainability as a key driver.

November 28, 2022

Contract Packaging

Build Stronger CM/CPs-Brand Relationships to Create a Resilient Supply Chain

CM/CPs joined with CPG and brand customers at F4SS to address how to strengthen their supply chains in spite of shortages and improve communication between companies to streamline contracts and improve the quality of the business relationship.

November 21, 2022

Contract Packaging

A Tough Couple of Years

As the industry adjusts to how much the pandemic has affected the world, companies and CM/CPs need to be patient with their people and business partners.

November 19, 2022

Robotics

Hai Robotics, Sinocare Partner to Facilitate the Intelligent Upgrade of Healthcare Logistics

Hai Robotics

Sinocare, Asia’s largest blood glucose meters manufacturer, recently joined forces with Hai Robotics to implement a complete set of Autonomous Case-handling Robot (ACR) systems into its warehouse in Changsha, China.

November 9, 2022