MULTIVAC is presenting a new machine concept

[12/05/2012] An innovative packaging solution for sensitive pharmaceutical and biotech products is being presented at ACHEMA by MULTIVAC. MULTIVAC is presenting a new machine concept

The international German Packaging Award 2012 launches with a range of new categories and extensive services

[11/05/2012] Up to the 20th July, companies can register online their innovative products, materials, machines, designs and applications and compete for the seal of approval “Best Packaging 2012”.  The international German Packaging Award 2012 launches with a range of new categories and extensive services

Dual leadership for OYSTAR

[10/05/2012] In future, the global packaging machine manufacturer OYSTAR will be headed up by two executives. The previous CEO Tom Graf left the company at the end of March. Dual leadership for OYSTAR

One Solution for a Variety of Tubes and Products

[03/05/2012] In producing its hair care products, cosmetics company Kao is banking on diversity with the new "FP 18-1" filling platform from OYSTAR IWK. One Solution for a Variety of Tubes and Products

Broad spectrum of innovative packaging solutions

[20/04/2012] MULTIVAC Packaging Systems España will present itself at the Hispack fair and Bta in Barcelona. Both fairs take place simultaneously from 15 to 18 May.  Broad spectrum of innovative packaging solutions

PepsiCo Brazil chooses filling technology from SIG Combibloc

[18/04/2012] Food and beverage company PepsiCo Brazil has opted to work with SIG Combibloc. "New business opportunities to bring this partnership even closer are being discussed already." PepsiCo Brazil chooses filling technology from SIG Combibloc

Packaging innovations for the food sector

[13/04/2012] The mood on the MULTIVAC stand was good: the packaging specialist from the Allgäu had attracted a lot of the Anuga Foodtec visitors to its stand. Packaging innovations for the food sector

News on the Pro Carton Congress: Packaging in a digital world

[06/04/2012] Top European experts will be sharing their know-how and experience. Participants at the congress will gain practice-oriented insights on current developments and trends. News on the Pro Carton Congress: Packaging in a digital world

Building extension completed - ergonomic and energy-efficient

[05/04/2012] MULTIVAC Marking & Inspection has completed the extension of its Enger site in North Rhine Westphalia after a construction period of around two years. Building extension completed - ergonomic and energy-efficient

Automatic traysealers - Fit for all output requirements

[30/03/2012] MULTIVAC has further optimised the performance of its automatic traysealer models, and it has designed the product range to match the current market requirements even more closely. Automatic traysealers - Fit for all output requirements

OYSTAR Hassia enjoying success in Turkey

[28/03/2012] The Turkish food manufacturer AK Gida has chosen to make use of a machine from OYSTAR Hassia – for the fourth time! In this case, it's a filling and sealing machine featuring an aseptic dosing system. OYSTAR Hassia enjoying success in Turkey

Packaging featured at the drupa 2012

[28/03/2012] The upcoming drupa in may is themed "One world - one drupa" - and this year, apart from exhibitors from the printing and media fields, it includes an exhibition and several events concerning packaging. Packaging featured at the drupa 2012

SIG Combibloc wins the Gulfood Award with drinksplus

[24/03/2012] SIG Combibloc Obeikan won the Gulfood Award for ‘Best Innovation – Drink Packaging’. The company received the award, which is highly coveted in the Middle East, for its innovative drinksplus technology.  SIG Combibloc wins the Gulfood Award with drinksplus

OYSTAR: Double-digit growth in 2011

[23/03/2012] The global packaging machine manufacturer OYSTAR concluded its 2011 fiscal year with clear-cut revenue and profit growth.  OYSTAR: Double-digit growth in 2011

MULTIVAC at the European Seafood Exposition 2012

[16/03/2012] MULTIVAC is represented at the European Seafood Exposition in Brussels with a number of exhibits, which give optimum support to the requirements of fish processors and packers. MULTIVAC at the European Seafood Exposition 2012

Joint campaign to fight food waste

[14/03/2012] Ball Packaging Europe a new sponsor of SAVE FOOD - “By becoming a sponsor, Ball aims to help reduce food wastage and the associated carbon emissions”. Joint campaign to fight food waste

L´Oréal relying worldwide on OYSTAR IWK

[12/03/2012] The Indian subsidiary of the L´Oréal group has increased its productive capacity with a new packaging line – including the newly developed "Lobe Pump" dosing system from OYSTAR IWK. L´Oréal relying worldwide on OYSTAR IWK

New survey on beer packaging: the first empirical data on transport distances

[09/03/2012] Now for the first time GVM delivers empirical, representative data. The result: distribution ways of beer and beer-based mixed drinks in refillable bottles are longer than expected.  New survey on beer packaging: the first empirical data on transport distances

MULTIVAC Conveyor Systems now also available as a stand-alone version

[07/03/2012] MULTIVAC is extending its portfolio with two stand-alone versions, which can be retrofitted to MULTIVAC thermoforming packaging machines or to those produced by other manufacturers. MULTIVAC Conveyor Systems now also available as a stand-alone version

Pack fresh meat cost-effectively

[29/02/2012] With the R 515 machine MULTIVAC is bringing a new model of its high performance thermoforming packaging machines onto the market, designed for the particular requirements of the fresh meat industry.  Pack fresh meat cost-effectively

Awards Packaging Design

[28.02.2012] Packaging is not simply putting something in a box anymore. Design awards try to give designers a platform to present their packaging designs to the public and earn recognition for what they do. Awards Packaging Design

With every sip: prebiotic extras for a healthy treat

[27/02/2012] More and more often, consumers are prioritising health considerations like this when choosing what they drink – alongside the fact that the products need to taste good too. With every sip: prebiotic extras for a healthy treat

Filling and padding according to the ESD norm

[24/02/2012] The air-cushioning materials AIRplus® and FOAMplus® foam padding from Storopack are now available in an ESD film version for the protective packaging of electronic components. Filling and padding according to the ESD norm

Laetus updates inspection systems for Astellas

[24/02/2012] Laetus has implemented a customer-specific track-and-trace solution for Astellas Pharma.  Laetus updates inspection systems for Astellas

Gold medal for MULTIVAC's HPP technology

[17/02/2012] In recent years MULTIVAC has further developed this groundbreaking technology in high pressure processing of packaged food. Gold medal for MULTIVAC's HPP technology

OYSTAR strong in India

[16/02/2012] Packaging machine manufacturer OYSTAR continues to expand its business in Asian markets. The site in Pune, India, has been upgraded and additional employees have been added. OYSTAR strong in India

OYSTAR demonstrates flexibility

[09/02/2012] OYSTAR to present innovative machine developments towards achieving the largest possible range of flexibility at the "Gulfood 2012" trade fair. OYSTAR demonstrates flexibility

Cartons in a new dimension

[03/02/2012] Under the title “Packaging in a Digital World,” the International Pro Carton Congress will perform a baseline study on the topic of packaging and digital media in Düsseldorf on 18 and 19 April 2012.  Cartons in a new dimension

Bosch Packaging Technology to build second plant in China

[27/01/2012] The production in Chengdu is to begin in early 2012 in a leased production hall. The construction work will start in 2014.  Bosch Packaging Technology to build second plant in China

Innovation in technology and packaging concepts

[17/01/2012] MULTIVAC will be demonstrating its expertise in automation at Anuga FoodTec in Cologne: on show will be an integrated traysealer line with a twin track T 700 high-end traysealer. Innovation in technology and packaging concepts

New FAO Director-General da Silva intends to halve the number of undernourished people by 2015

[13/01/2012] The new FAO Director-General Graziano da Silva announced focusing on reaching the first Millennium Development Goal of the United Nations and therefore on reducing the number of undernourished people by half until 2015.  New FAO Director-General da Silva intends to halve the number of undernourished people by 2015

FAGE USA Dairy Industry, Inc. continues to rely on OYSTAR

[12/01/2012] The yogurt manufacturer FAGE USA Dairy Industry, Inc. (“FAGE”) has purchased a total of five OYSTAR machines. The newest investment is a Flexline FL 8/8 CA for preformed cups from OYSTAR Hamba. FAGE USA Dairy Industry, Inc. continues to rely on OYSTAR

Increased outputs

[10/01/2012] Increased output and better quality at a reasonable price is a goal of every blown film manufacturer.  Increased outputs

World’s first drives added-value to the production of corrugated board boxes

[05/01/2012] BOBST, the world’s leading supplier of quality machinery and services to packaging manufacturers, has today announced the worldwide launch of GYROBOX, the first device for the corrugated board industry which can turn a blank 90 degrees to fold and glue on all four sides in just one pass. World’s first drives added-value to the production of corrugated board boxes

IMHP technology from DuPont technology can decrease injection molding cycle time

[03/01/2012] A new In-Mold Hold Pressure (IMHP) technology from DuPont Performance Polymers (DuPont) enables significant productivity increases during the injection molding of semi-crystalline thermoplastics. IMHP technology from DuPont technology can decrease injection molding cycle time

Product safety, longer shelf life and attractiveness at the POS

[02/01/2012] With the T 100 and T 300 machines the packaging specialist is presenting a semi-automatic traysealer and a fully automatic traysealer. Product safety, longer shelf life and attractiveness at the POS

A Fan of Cartons

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[29/12/2011] Born in Sweden, he was, during almost 40 years, responsible for the development of creative design solution for strategic brands of Nestlé: Lars Wallentin.  A Fan of Cartons

Recycler starts up new post-consumer film recycling line

[27/12/2011] WRZ-HÖRGER in Sontheim has launched a new post-consumer film recycling line recently. Recycler starts up new post-consumer film recycling line

Hand sanitizer packaging designed with environment in mind

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[24/12/2011] Akron, OH-based GOJO Industries, Inc., a global producer and marketer of skin health and hygiene solutions for away-from-home settings, has released its new GOJO ADX™ dispensing system. Hand sanitizer packaging designed with environment in mind

Gerresheimer extends production of medical plastic systems in Bavaria

[20/12/2011] Gerresheimer AG further invests in the growth market of complex plastic systems for pharmaceutical and medical applications. Gerresheimer extends production of medical plastic systems in Bavaria

MULTIVAC acquires Trimaster Oy

[20/12/2011] With the acquisition of the Finnish company Trimaster Oy, MULTIVAC is making a significant expansion in its product portfolio of line automation, robotics and palletising systems. MULTIVAC acquires Trimaster Oy

Beyond the brand

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[12/12/2011] Brand promotion can increase its effect considerably if the brand is recognised intuitively – regardless of logo. Beyond the brand

A printer network instead of isolated applications

[08/12/2011] With MULTIVAC PrintingPoint MULTIVAC Marking & Inspection has developed a software solution, which connects the printers of different packaging lines to one network. A printer network instead of isolated applications

Multicoloured PET bottles from GIZEH

[06/12/2011] The plastic packaging specialist GIZEH has succeeded for the first time in manufacturing multicolour PET bottles on conventional stretch blow moulding machines. Multicoloured PET bottles from GIZEH

Greiner Packaging continues to enlarge its technological offer in the UK

[01/12/2011] On the new injection stretch blow molding machine in Northern Ireland, bottles for sauces and dressings are being manufactured for Rich Sauces. Greiner Packaging continues to enlarge its technological offer in the UK

Sustainable Packaging Symposium 2012

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[01/12/2011] Meghan Stasz, director of Sustainability for the Grocery Manufacturers Association, will co-chair this year’s program, scheduled for April 3-5 in Houston. Sustainable Packaging Symposium 2012

Two for One: Dairy Crest with new GIZEH cup

[29/11/2011] The plastic packaging specialist GIZEH has developed a new margarine cup for the British company Dairy Crest. Two for One: Dairy Crest with new GIZEH cup

Nor®Absorbit makes your food nice and crispy

[25/11/2011] An innovative, flexible microwave packaging by NORDENIA INTERNATIONAL AG allows greasy, breaded or bread-like foods to be prepared in the microwave so that they are crisp and tasty. Nor®Absorbit makes your food nice and crispy

combifit sets trends – new formats, many sizes

[24/11/2011] It is an eye-catcher and stands out on the shelf: SIG Combibloc’s elegant, slender combifit carton pack is on top form.  combifit sets trends – new formats, many sizes

Pizza Hut Costa Rica gets smart with pizza box

[23/11/2011] Multifunctional pizza box, which breaks down into plates and a small container for leftovers, is a big hit with Pizza Hut Costa Rica customers. Pizza Hut Costa Rica gets smart with pizza box

High pressure treatment of packaged food

[22/11/2011] MULTIVAC offers its customers an additional service. The packaging specialist has set up at its headquarters in Wolfertschwenden a HPP test plant for the high pressure treatment of packaged food High pressure treatment of packaged food

FUSION bottle wins gold at The Cans of the Year awards

[21/11/2011] Rexam has won the gold award for its aluminium FUSION bottle at The Cans of the Year awards 2011, the third industry award FUSION has received this year. FUSION bottle wins gold at The Cans of the Year awards

Debt crisis fails to halt the progress of cans in Europe

[18/11/2011] The latest figures released by Beverage Can Makers Europe show can fillings across the region remain in surplus for the year. Debt crisis fails to halt the progress of cans in Europe

Dissolvable fruitwash labels can clean food

[16/11/2011] A US engineer has developed a new concept in food labelling with the potential to deliver benefits to retailers and consumers alike. Dissolvable fruitwash labels can clean food

Fujifilm Speciality Ink Systems to win UK Best Factory Awards 2011

[15/11/2011] The FSIS factory in the UK recently won the ‘Best Process Plant Award’ at the 2011 ‘Best Factory Awards‘ run by the Cranfield School of Management and Works Management Magazine.  Fujifilm Speciality Ink Systems to win UK Best Factory Awards 2011

Rexam: a new, patented spray technology platform for fragrances

[14/11/2011] Rexam Personal Care introduces Panache, a new spray experience that delivers a new level of luxury for makers of prestige perfumes, as well as other personal care products. Rexam: a new, patented spray technology platform for fragrances

VC999 TS500 Tray Sealing Machine

[13/11/2011] The new VC999 TS500 tray sealing machine is designed for operations with small to medium size packaging volumes. VC999 TS500 Tray Sealing Machine

The German Packaging Award 2011

[12/11/2011] In the course of a celebration gala on the evening of the 9th November, the competition for the German Packaging Award 2001 came to an end.  The German Packaging Award 2011

OYSTAR Benhil delivers a record breaker to Milkon Südtirol

[10/11/2011] The Milkon Südtirol diary cooperative is modernizing its creamery. Playing a role in this is the Multipack 3000 that was presented by OYSTAR Benhil for the first time at interpack in May 2011. OYSTAR Benhil delivers a record breaker to Milkon Südtirol

Interactive printed electronic labels light up beverage bottles

[08/11/2011] Innovia Films Ltd, a global manufacturer of speciality films, and PragmatIC Printing Ltd, pioneer in imprinted logic circuits, announced the successful integration of printed electronic label functionality onto Innovia Films' Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene (BOPP) label substrates. Interactive printed electronic labels light up beverage bottles

Save Food: Campaign against global food loss expands

[07/11/2011] Save Food is admitting official sponsors and becoming an international corporate campaign in the fight against food loss.  Save Food: Campaign against global food loss expands

Lighter weight one-piece plastic-bottle closure

[04/11/2011] Bericap’s 1-piece DoubleSeal™ 1881 SuperShorty® closure is said to achieve weight savings of 20% in the closure and bottle finish. Lighter weight one-piece plastic-bottle closure

Added value on the supermarket shelf

[02/11/2011] Know more, be better informed and shop smarter: the food industry is discovering the square matrix of the Quick Response codes (QR codes). Added value on the supermarket shelf

Social Media: best practice at Krones AG

The idea behind facebook, twitter, XING and the like will eventually reach every company. But how will Web 2.0 affect internal communications? Twelve questions to Charles Schmidt, Corporate Social Media Officer, Krones AG. Social Media: best practice at Krones AG

Warming comfort for winter days: drinks specially made for the chilly season

[27/10/2011] A hot drink after a long winter walk is good for the soul, warming you from the inside out. And special winter treats now come mixed ready to drink and conveniently packaged. Warming comfort for winter days: drinks specially made for the chilly season

German Packaging Award

[25/10/2011] The nominations for the German Packaging Award 2011 have been chosen. In a two-step selection process, the jury nominated 54 candidates from the 237 valid submissions in seven categories. German Packaging Award

Quality in a square: the QR Code

[24/10/2011] At present, many enterprises are in the process of discovering the QR Code: the square, two-dimensional symbol started to appear on countless packages or posters recently. Quality in a square: the QR Code

New Guide to Good Manufacturing Practice for cartons packaging food

[20/10/2011] The new ECMA Guide was launched and is relevant to all companies which manufacture cartons intended to come into contact with food. New Guide to Good Manufacturing Practice for cartons packaging food

Modern small format printing

[17/10/2011] The success story of the Lower Frankonian company KBA-MetroPrint AG, which began with the launch of the waterless Genius 52UV, continues in 2011. Modern small format printing

Method unveils bottle made from ocean plastic

[13/10/2011] Plastic retrieved from the Great Pacific Garbage Patch makes up 25% of Method’s new 100% PCR-content polyethylene bottle. Method unveils bottle made from ocean plastic

UK to scrap food packaging sell-by dates

[11/10/2011] Food sold in the UK will now no longer display sell-by dates on its packaging, due to the mounting problem of food waste levels and in a bid to help consumers save their pennies. UK to scrap food packaging sell-by dates

Rexam announces construction of aluminum beverage can facility in Finland

[10/10/2011] Consumer packaging specialist Rexam will construct a new aluminum beverage can manufacturing facility in Mantsala, Finland.  Rexam announces construction of aluminum beverage can facility in Finland

New Ishida tray sealer delivers increased flexibility

( Source: FOODPROCESSING-TECHNOLOGY.COM )

[07/10/2011] Ishida Europe has launched a new generation of its market-leading QX-1100 tray sealer, combined with a brand new concept for the market. New Ishida tray sealer delivers increased flexibility

Tu-Plast releases water clear tubes with exceptional clarity

[06/10/2011] With over 20 years experience and a state-of-the-art manufacturing plant, Tu-Plast is a reliable, flexible and short lead time supplier of tubes. Tu-Plast releases water clear tubes with exceptional clarity

UK to scrap food packaging sell-by dates

[05/10/2011] Food sold in the UK will now no longer display sell-by dates on its packaging, due to the mounting problem of food waste levels and in a bid to help consumers save their pennies. UK to scrap food packaging sell-by dates

Great flexibility for machine tools

[04/10/2011] KUKA Roboter GmbH is presenting flexible solutions for the automation of machine tools. At EMO 2011, the company demonstrates that its motto “Automation becomes easy” is no empty promise. Great flexibility for machine tools

Measuring instruments with international certificates represent state-of-the-art technology

[03/10/2011] Manufacturing and processing food and pharmaceuticals involve highly demanding production technologies.  Measuring instruments with international certificates represent state-of-the-art technology

Social media: A communications revolution causes a packaging evolution

[01/10/2011] For better or worse, social media is changing the face of packaging.  Social media: A communications revolution causes a packaging evolution

Social media: A communications revolution causes a packaging evolution

[01/10/2011] For better or worse, social media is changing the face of packaging.  Social media: A communications revolution causes a packaging evolution

A refreshing concept for packaging material targets new user groups

[30/09/2011] The air-cushioning system AIRmove® from Storopack simplifies packaging for businesses that pack 100 or fewer cartons per day.  A refreshing concept for packaging material targets new user groups

Consumers prefer a single green score on packs

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[29/09/2011] New research shows health and eco-consumers want one universal green score to help them make sustainable product buying decisions. Consumers prefer a single green score on packs

Inspection solutions for limited space issues on the Aspirin® packaging line

[28/09/2011] The Bayer Bitterfeld GmbH uses spaces saving vision sensors with separate cameras from Omron. And miniature cameras provide solutions when it gets really tight. Inspection solutions for limited space issues on the Aspirin® packaging line

etma Tube of the Year 2011: innovation on a broad front

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[27/09/2011] The members of etma, the European tube manufacturers association, were in a confident mood at their annual congress in Scotland.  etma Tube of the Year 2011: innovation on a broad front

Rexam publishes new Consumer Packaging Report

[27/09/2011] Rexam, a global consumer packaging company has released the 2011/2012 edition of its 'Consumer Packaging Report', the fifth of its kind over the last eight years.  Rexam publishes new Consumer Packaging Report

Lightweight PET single-serve wine bottle

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[26/09/2011] A lightweight PET bottle for single-serve, 187-mL wine from Amcor Rigid Plastics provides glass-like clarity, portability, sustainability advantages, and reduced cost.  Lightweight PET single-serve wine bottle

Heinz debuts retail version of Dip & Squeeze Ketchup packet

( Source: PACKAGING DIGEST )

[22/09/2011] Heinz Dip & Squeeze Ketchup, first introduced to restaurants, is moving from the drive-thru to the shopping cart. Heinz debuts retail version of Dip & Squeeze Ketchup packet

Containers made with 50% post-consumer recycled bottles

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[21/09/2011] Fabri-Kal’s line of Alūr™ crystal-clear containers is now made with 50% post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic PET bottles and come with 50% PCR messaging engraved on the bottom container. Containers made with 50% post-consumer recycled bottles

New collapsible PET bottle

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[20/09/2011] The new bottle is already being sold in the Czech Republic, and is now available abroad. New collapsible PET bottle

Packaging in a Digital World - International ProCarton Congress 2012

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[20/09/2011] The Pro Carton Congress has established itself as an international information event and networking platform for packaging, marketing and design.  Packaging in a Digital World - International ProCarton Congress 2012

Wolke m600 basic with new software

[19/09/2011] Wolke Inks & Printers launches new software for its m600 basic printing system. Version 2.5 boasts many convincingly practical features. Wolke m600 basic with new software

Reusable bulk containers

( Source: GREENER PACKAGE )

[17/09/2011] The Orbis BulkPak Heavy Duty Max Cube (HDMC) 4845 reusable bulk container is designed to fit 84 filled bins/inbound truckload and 252 collapsed bins/return truckled. Reusable bulk containers

Ministers scrap sell-by dates in bid to to cut food waste

( Source: PACKAGING NEWS UK )

[16/09/2011] A major shake-up to food labelling has been announced today in a bid to reduce the estimated £12bn of edible food that is thrown away in the UK each year. Ministers scrap sell-by dates in bid to to cut food waste

Ministers scrap sell-by dates in bid to to cut food waste

( Source: PACKAGING NEWS UK )

[16/09/2011] A major shake-up to food labelling has been announced today in a bid to reduce the estimated £12bn of edible food that is thrown away in the UK each year. Ministers scrap sell-by dates in bid to to cut food waste

A single standard for all

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[15/09/2011] The international standards organisation (ISO) is presently working on the new standard ISO 14067 for the CO2 footprint of products in order to quantify and publish the greenhouse gas emissions of products and services as a worldwide standard.  A single standard for all

SCA Packaging Germany locations with FSC certifications

[14/09/2011] In the development and production of displays, consumer goods and industrial packaging, SCA Packaging Germany is focussed on creativity, individuality and sustainability. SCA Packaging Germany locations with FSC certifications

Greiner Packaging enlarges its array of printing technology

[13/09/2011] New printing variants provide for high-quality packaging decoration in an attractive price segment.  Greiner Packaging enlarges its array of printing technology

Packaging in a Digital World - International ProCarton Congress 2012

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[12/09/2011] The Pro Carton Congress has established itself as an international information event and networking platform for packaging, marketing and design.  Packaging in a Digital World - International ProCarton Congress 2012

Efficient sealing of trays for applications without modified atmosphere

[09/09/2011] With the Smart Sealing concept MULTIVAC presents a new traysealer concept for simple sealing applications without modified atmosphere.  Efficient sealing of trays for applications without modified atmosphere

Huge demand for recycled plastics in India

[08/09/2011] A new report on the plastics industry in India has been published by the British Plastics Federation. Huge demand for recycled plastics in India

PACK PRINT INTERNATIONAL 2011 delivers record sales and visitors

[08/09/2011] The 3rd edition of PACK PRINT INTERNATIONAL closed on Saturday in Bangkok, Thailand, as the most successful regional exhibition for the packaging and printing sectors. PACK PRINT INTERNATIONAL 2011 delivers record sales and visitors

APS unveils new series of thermoplastic elastomers

[06/09/2011] Alliance Polymers & Services (APS) launched a new range of thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs), Polymax Maxelast C-Series. The series includes one of the comprehensive product lines of clear and soft styrenic TPEs.  APS unveils new series of thermoplastic elastomers

Scottish Government: Packaging firms should pay for recycling

( Source: PACKAGING NEWS UK )

[06/09/2011] Packaging companies in Scotland could directly pay for the full costs associated with collecting and recycling packaging waste, according to new proposals set out in a report published by the Scottish government. Scottish Government: Packaging firms should pay for recycling

EU aluminium beverage can recycling rate hits 64%

[05/09/2011] The overall recycling rate for aluminium beverage cans in the EU 27 including EFTA countries and Turkey increased by 1.2 percent to 64.3 percent in 2009. EU aluminium beverage can recycling rate hits 64%

Messe Düsseldorf offers planning factors for success

Düsseldorf trade fair events will provide companies and groups throughout the world with platforms from which to achieve success in international markets.  Messe Düsseldorf offers planning factors for success

OYSTAR wins red dot award

[02/09/2011] The new HMI control panel from the OYSTAR Group has received the internationally acclaimed “red dot award”. OYSTAR wins red dot award

Almarai invests in integrated poultry processing and packaging

[01/09/2011] Almarai, the largest dairy producer in the Gulf region has recently decided to invest a substantial amount of 4 billion SAR (800 million Euro) in their poultry activities.  Almarai invests in integrated poultry processing and packaging

Borealis and Borouge underline long-term commitment to healthcare

[30/08/2011] At ICSE 2011, Borealis and Borouge will demonstrate their ability to meet all stringent requirements for the healthcare industry, by offering security of supply, dedicated materials, additional support and innovation. Borealis and Borouge underline long-term commitment to healthcare

Documentary "Taste the Waste" shows the global waste of food

„Taste the Waste“ is the title of the new German documentary by Valentin Thurn about the waste and destruction of food.  Documentary "Taste the Waste" shows the global waste of food

Significantly enhanced functions for the Prinect print shop workflow

[29/08/2011] New MIS from acquisition of software manufacturer CERM launched as Prinect Business Manager - Enhancements in growth segments MIS, web-to-print, and digital and packaging printing  Significantly enhanced functions for the Prinect print shop workflow

BBC report blames consumers for food waste

( Source: PACKAGING NEWS UK )

[25/08/2011] British households’ shocking level of food waste has been blamed primarily on consumers – and confusion over best before dates – in a primetime BBC TV show. BBC report blames consumers for food waste

MULTIVAC helps its Japanese customers

[24/08/2011] MULTIVAC is supporting victims of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan with a donation of 20,000 Euros.  MULTIVAC helps its Japanese customers

Free mobile app from Nestlé encourages recycling in Singapore

[23/08/2011] Nestle Singapore has launched the world's first free mobile application for iPhone and Android devices to help people recycle waste packaging correctly.  Free mobile app from Nestlé encourages recycling in Singapore

Luxury leather-clad caps for perfume bottles

( Source: WEBPACKAGING.COM )

[23/08/2011] B.I. Packaging has combined its knowledge of perfume closures and natural materials in order to produce lovely metallic closures in gold, silver, and brass tones wrapped in leather. Luxury leather-clad caps for perfume bottles

EU aluminium beverage can recycling rate hits 64%

[22/08/2011] The overall recycling rate for aluminium beverage cans in the EU 27 including EFTA countries and Turkey increased by 1.2 percent to 64.3 percent in 2009. EU aluminium beverage can recycling rate hits 64%

Heineken chooses APPE beer keg in PET

[22/08/2011] International beer brands Heineken and Amstel have been launched in a new four litre PET keg with an integral tap supplied by APPE.  Heineken chooses APPE beer keg in PET

Compostable clear bags retain food freshness

[19/08/2011] Excellent Packaging & Supply has expanded its packaging product portfolio with the addition of two new lines of 100% compostable food bags.  Compostable clear bags retain food freshness

Eco-friendly water-soluble pouch packaging

( Source: PACKAGING WORLD )

[19/08/2011] Designed to produce very low scrap and integrate easily into secondary packaging systems, Cloud Packaging’s Hydroforma water-soluble pouch packaging machine runs powder applications at up to 1200 pouches/min. and liquid applications at up to 700 pouches/min.  Eco-friendly water-soluble pouch packaging

DuPont honored for energy efficient improvements

[18/08/2011] DuPont's Packaging & Industrial Polymers operations site in Orange, Texas, has been honored by the American Chemistry Council (ACC) for energy-efficiency improvements. DuPont honored for energy efficient improvements

New range of closures saves on materials and costs

[17/08/2011] In large parts of the edible oil industry, the standard 29/21 neck weighting 2.74 g is used for 1 litre PET bottles.  New range of closures saves on materials and costs

Cortec Introduces Bioplastic Product

[16/08/2011] Cortec, a Minnesota-based manufacturer of bioplastics, has introduced EcoOcean, a bioplastic material that offers both performance and environmental advantages. Cortec Introduces Bioplastic Product

DNP licensed to use carbon footprint mark for packaging materials for chilled beverages

[15/08/2011] Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. (DNP) has acquired a license to use the Carbon Footprint Mark as an intermediate good (business to business product) with a plastic in-mold decoration cup offered for use with chilled beverages.  DNP licensed to use carbon footprint mark for packaging materials for chilled beverages

Tubular drag conveyors provide enclosed handling

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[12/08/2011] Spiroflow’s CABLEflow™ Tubular Drag Conveyors are designed for gentle handling and installations requiring conveying in multiple planes.  Tubular drag conveyors provide enclosed handling

EU aluminium beverage can recycling rate hits 64%

( Source: RECYCLINGPORTAL.EU )

[11/08/2011] The overall recycling rate for aluminium beverage cans in the EU 27 including EFTA countries and Turkey increased by 1.2 percent to 64.3 percent in 2009. EU aluminium beverage can recycling rate hits 64%

SporeClear™ Medical Device Disinfectants

[11/08/2011] Hu-Friedy announces the launch of SporeClear™ Medical Device Disinfectants. The product provides fast, simple and effective disinfection of critical office workspaces.  SporeClear™ Medical Device Disinfectants

Position inspection of stoppers in vials – with new laser measurement sensors

[09/08/2011] Maintaining the integrity of pharmaceutical products filled into vials is very important. The stoppers closing the vials are secured in place using a crimping cap Position inspection of stoppers in vials – with new laser measurement sensors

Neuromarketing – The Brain at the Point of Sale

For many products – and their providers – the decision whether they are successful or not is only made at the Point of Sale, i.e. in the store, catalogue or web shop.  Neuromarketing – The Brain at the Point of Sale

New packaging solution for sterile medical products and pharmaceutical applications

[08/08/2011] The new packaging solution from MULTIVAC enables pharmaceutical and sterile medical products to be packed fully automatically with GMP compliance in a wide range of batch sizes. New packaging solution for sterile medical products and pharmaceutical applications

'Just Pure Water' cans tout aluminum's sustainability

[04/08/2011] New Age Beverage distribution company has launched Just Pure Water - an unsweetened, zero-calorie flavored water - in 24-oz. aluminum cans from Ball Corporation.  'Just Pure Water' cans tout aluminum's sustainability

Aluminum can recycling rate reaches 58.1%

[04/08/2011] The U.S. recycling rate for aluminum beverage cans has reached its highest level in a decade, with 58.1% of all cans recycled last year. Aluminum can recycling rate reaches 58.1%

Backlit films for eco-solvent printers

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[02/08/2011] Two media products for their wide-format eco-solvent ink-jet printers and printer/cutters are available from Roland DGA Corp. Backlit films for eco-solvent printers

STO master moulding for premium whisky

[02/08/2011] The release of Grant’s top range 25 Year Old Scotch whisky has called for an exercise in master moulding from STO Flaconnage.  STO master moulding for premium whisky

Sustainable corrugated plastic sheet

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[02/08/2011] Coroplast’s CoroGreen sustainable corrugated plastic sheet is recyclable, reusable, and returnable, and meets the requirements for Green Building Council LEED credit.  Sustainable corrugated plastic sheet

Shrink labeler handles speeds of 600 bottles/min

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[01/08/2011] The HSA-300T high speed shrink labeling system from Tripack is a dual-head unit featuring Allen-Bradley servo controls and dual HMI touch screens.  Shrink labeler handles speeds of 600 bottles/min

What do consumers want

[31/07/2011] The manufacturers of branded goods and the retail trade have a common goal: they need to address the needs of individual consumer groups more efficiently, especially the more demanding clientele, to sell more quality products.  What do consumers want

What do consumers want

[31/07/2011] The manufacturers of branded goods and the retail trade have a common goal: they need to address the needs of individual consumer groups more efficiently, especially the more demanding clientele, to sell more quality products.  What do consumers want

Coca-Cola India develops solar-powered coolers for rural areas

[28/07/2011] Sustainable innovation helps retailers sell chilled beverages without ice or electricity . Coca-Cola India develops solar-powered coolers for rural areas

Johnson & Johnson announces sustainability roadmap

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[28/07/2011] Johnson & Johnson unveiled its Healthy Future 2015, a five-year sustainability roadmap that encompasses the company’s citizenship goals, which include packaging.  Johnson & Johnson announces sustainability roadmap

Two-compartment jar

[28/07/2011] The Two Turn Container preserves freshness by offering an airtight seal and smaller areas to prevent unwanted air.  Two-compartment jar

Solvay and Advantium to develop next generation green polyamides

[27/07/2011] Solvay and Avantium announced today that they have entered into a partnership to jointly develop a next generation of green high-performance polyamides for engineering plastics.  Solvay and Advantium to develop next generation green polyamides

Enhanced weigh batcher speeds up tray presentation

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[26/07/2011] Ishida Europe has launched an enhanced version of its Weigh-Batcher that allows the accurate weighing of fresh meat and poultry to be combined with manual manipulation in order to optimise the products’ arrangement and presentation in a tray. Enhanced weigh batcher speeds up tray presentation

Packaged milk to outsell ‘loose’ milk in developing world by 2014

( Source: PACKAGING NEWS UK )

[26/07/2011] ...according to new research by Tetra Pak. The research entitled Tetra Pak Dairy Index [4th edition] also forecasts that India and China will drive the global consumption of liquid diary products (LDP), which is set to rise by 30% to 350 billion litres by 2020. Packaged milk to outsell ‘loose’ milk in developing world by 2014

Reclosable packaging for shredded cheese

[26/07/2011] The Multi-Seal® FoldLOK package from Sealed Air’s Cryovac® brand uses adhesive technology to help consumers easily and reliably open and reclose shredded cheese packaging multiple times.  Reclosable packaging for shredded cheese

Heidelberg offers comprehensive package for alcohol-free printing

[25/07/2011] The “IPA-free Package” comprises machine components, consulting services, and Saphira consumables. New dampening rollers, improved measuring technology, and alcohol substitutes ensure maximum quality. Heidelberg offers comprehensive package for alcohol-free printing

Hapa acquires Gottscho

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[24/07/2011] Hapa, supplier of “late stage customization” and “on demand” printing technologies has acquired Gottscho Printing Systems.  Hapa acquires Gottscho

C.P.M. ContractPharma produces on Noack blister lines

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[21/07/2011] The Bavarian contract packaging company belonging to the Temmler Group trusts in Romaco Noack technology for the production of blister packaging. C.P.M. ContractPharma produces on Noack blister lines

RPC Halstead & Llantrisant grow garden care success

[21/07/2011] Westland Horticulture has re-vamped its Resolva 24H weed control concentrate range with a new bespoke pack from RPC.  RPC Halstead & Llantrisant grow garden care success

Eco-friendly paper void-fill system

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[19/07/2011] The GeoSpeed® Quantum™ compact, single-ply paper void-fill system from Pregis delivers crumpled paper from rollstock at speeds of up to 150 in/sec. Eco-friendly paper void-fill system

The process of packaging and food hygiene – EHEC and the aftermath

The serious illness and death caused by the mutation of E.coli led consumers doubt about foods considered exceptionally healthy up to now: fruits and vegetables. The process of packaging and food hygiene – EHEC and the aftermath

165 Years of Underberg

On 17 June 1846 – thus, almost exactly 165 years ago – Hubert Underberg founded the “H. Underberg-Albrecht” Company. Today, the company has gone international and, owing to its beverage brands, is among the premium suppliers in the respective market segments. Enjoyed daily by hundreds of thousands of customers, “Underberg” is no. 1 globally in the famous single-serving bottle.  165 Years of Underberg

Coke Can for a Young Way of Living

Coca-Cola and beverage can producer Ball Packaging Europe intend to establish coke cans as companions for a young lifestyle. The key: a QR code that connects consumers by mobile phone to the Coke Music Portal – thereby making the beverage can a mobile link between music and refreshment.  Coke Can for a Young Way of Living

Great Outlook for Plastic Packaging

A current Pira study predicts outstanding growth forecasts for above all rigid plastic packaging in the European foodstuff and beverage market. PET bottles are supposed to continue to play the largest and most important role as a driver of growth. Great Outlook for Plastic Packaging

Looking back at Interpack: Values and innovations

Looking back a few weeks ago exhibitors and visitors were both excited about and very happy with the results of this year’s interpack. A large number of contacts have been made out of a huge public interest being both well-prepared and very specific.  Looking back at Interpack: Values and innovations

Sporty Sustainability Concepts

The international sporting goods manufacturers are also increasingly focussing on the themes of sustainability and corporate responsibility. Within the parameters of a company-wide sustainability programme, the Adidas Group has developed its “Environmental Strategy 2015”. And Puma, for example, intends to reduce the amounts of waste and CO2 emissions through the introduction of a sustainable packaging and sales system. Sporty Sustainability Concepts

Packaging Designs for Adhesives Recognised With Awards

For the first time this year, Henkel held an interactive Adhesive Packaging Design Contest: From approx. 400 entries, the three most innovative designs were selected and prices were conferred for them. It was most important for the selection committee representing business and research that the entries met the sustainability standards for the products and packaging.  Packaging Designs for Adhesives Recognised With Awards

VDMA: interpack 2011 Preview

German companies export machinery and plants for a value of 3.9 billion Euros. We spoke to the Managing Director of the VDMA Food Processing and Packaging Machinery Association, Richard Clemens. VDMA: interpack 2011 Preview

VDMA: Kreative Flexibilität - Verpackungstechnologie

Packaging is becoming increasingly unusual and sophisticated - expectations are continuously growing. Fact is -packaging should not only look good, it is also a brand carrier: it gives the product a face while also creating an incentive for purchase. VDMA: Kreative Flexibilität - Verpackungstechnologie

Wood: Raw Material with a Good (Eco-)Balance

The United Nations has declared the year 2011 to be the “International Year of the Forests”. Forests are suppliers of wood and represent a multi-layered eco-system. Thus, packaging materials made of wood, cardboard and paperboard have great importance for the reduction of the effects of climate change.  Wood: Raw Material with a Good (Eco-)Balance

“LOHASians” are Changing the Asian Markets

As current studies confirm, more and more consumers in the Asian-Pacific region are seeking out sustainably produced products and are willing to spend more money for them. Environmentally conscious consumers, who are increasingly forcing dealers and manufacturers to minimise waste and energy consumption, are taking the offensive throughout the world. The “LOHASians” are currently embracing this “green” consumption at a rapid tempo and are stimulating the billion-dollar business even more strongly worldwide.  “LOHASians” are Changing the Asian Markets

Getting Noticed – At Any Price

The increasing wealth in the world has resulted not only in more and more expensive luxury products being purchased, but also in that their packaging has become increasingly luxurious and, above all, more valuable as well because only what looks like luxury will be perceived as being luxurious. According to a study from Pira International, above all the Asia-Pacific region will profit from the increasing packaging market for luxury goods. Getting Noticed – At Any Price

80 Years of Difference

Under the heading “80 Years of Difference” afri-cola celebrates its birthday this year. The highlight of the anniversary festivities: a limited-edition bottle (1,000 pcs) with its logo provocatively turned upside down, which is set to become an international design and collector’s item. 80 Years of Difference

New Beer Can Format for Tuborg

From now on Tuborg Pilsener will be presented in a completely new format: in cooperation with Rexam Tuborg has developed the 1-l king-size can – the world’s largest two-piece beverage can, by company accounts. It is designed to attract attention at the PoS by its sheer size but also in response to growing consumer demand.  New Beer Can Format for Tuborg

Ketchup in Coke Bottles

Mayor changeover at the American ketchup manufacturer Heinz: In March 2011 all conventional 500 millilitre ketchup bottles in the US were replaced by the so-called plant bottle, a bottle based on vegetable raw materials and produced by the Coca-Cola Company.  Ketchup in Coke Bottles

Breakthrough for Printing on Food Packaging?

The public’s perception of UV printing has changed. One reason for this is the level of photoinitiators from UV printing inks measured in food. At the beginning of this year BASF announced a technological breakthrough: Igracure 270 is said to ensure quick curing for UV inks with only very low emissions – which is a first. Breakthrough for Printing on Food Packaging?

The Carbon Footprint of Carrier Bags Made of Paper and Plastics

The Austrian consulting firm denkstatt has now published the results of a current study regarding the climatic effects of carrier bags made of plastic and paper. The conclusion: Various packaging materials have various advantages – and the intensive debate about the plastic carrier bag affects only a fraction of the annual consumer carbon footprints.  The Carbon Footprint of Carrier Bags Made of Paper and Plastics

New EU Guidelines for Counterfeit Pharmaceuticals

In February of this year, the European Parliament approved an additional section of the EU pharmaceuticals package: In the future, pharmaceuticals which require prescriptions must mandatorily have safety information on their packaging which documents their genuineness and thus effectively declares war on the counterfeit pharmaceuticals. New EU Guidelines for Counterfeit Pharmaceuticals

New EU Guidelines for Counterfeit Pharmaceuticals

In February of this year, the European Parliament approved an additional section of the EU pharmaceuticals package: In the future, pharmaceuticals which require prescriptions must mandatorily have safety information on their packaging which documents their genuineness and thus effectively declares war on the counterfeit pharmaceuticals. New EU Guidelines for Counterfeit Pharmaceuticals

Great Britain Increases Recycling Goals

The target rate for the recycling of plastic packaging in Great Britain is supposed to increase in the next two years from the current rate of 29 percent to 32 percent. The target rate for steel will increase from 69 percent to 71 percent. The new standards are supposed to ensure that the United Kingdom reaches the goals formulated in the EU Packaging Directive. Great Britain Increases Recycling Goals

China’s Pharmaceutical Market is Booming

According to a current study from the American research institute “IMS Health”, the growth markets in the pharmaceutical industry no longer lie in the industrial countries, but rather in the emerging countries. Above all, China. According to the forecasts, the country will ascend this year to become the world’s third-largest market in the pharmaceutical industry. The Chinese packaging industry is developing at the same pace. China’s Pharmaceutical Market is Booming

Because It’s Fun and Tastes Good

Invented in 1940 in Germany and bottled for the first time in 1955 for Coca-Cola in Italy, the famous yellow soft drink has made its triumphal march around the world and recently celebrated its 70th birthday. Today, it is in almost 200 countries and has more than 70 different flavours which are individually tailored to regional preferences.  Because It’s Fun and Tastes Good

The POS from the Shopper’s Point of View

Where do shoppers look first in a store? How does this impact the development of successful secondary placement at the POS? These questions will be addressed by the STI Group at this year’s EuroShop held in Düsseldorf from 26 February to 2 March 2011.  The POS from the Shopper’s Point of View

Birthday Design

Already developed in 1961 by Japanese designer Kenji Ekuan, the original bottle from Kikkoman has since found a permanent home in the Museum of Modern Art in New York. On the occasion of its 50th birthday, Kikkoman has now developed a limited edition designer bottle which will be supported by numerous promotions at the PoS. Birthday Design

USA: “Green” Packaging in Strong Demand

Industry experts in the USA expect biodegradable plastics to post annual double-digit growth rates by 2014. It is thought the main reasons for this positive trend are lower prices due to extended capacities as well as improved product properties.  USA: “Green” Packaging in Strong Demand

Unilever Embraces Sustainable Paper Packaging

In the future, the international consumer goods company Unilever will continue to use only paper and cardboard packaging from sustainably cultivated forests. Otherwise, Unilever will emphasise sustainability in all core dimensions and is already at the top of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index for the twelfth time. Unilever Embraces Sustainable Paper Packaging

Bionade relies on Recyclable Labels

The paper and packaging manufacturer Stora Enso has succeeded for the first time in producing recyclable label paper for the refillable segment. Since the end of last year, the successful producer of soft drinks Bionade has relied upon recyclable labels and thus is signalling that it is taking an additional step towards sustainability. Bionade relies on Recyclable Labels

interpack goes Social Media: Its own groups on Xing, LinkedIn and Facebook

Today, millions of members worldwide use the Internet platforms Xing, LinkedIn and Facebook for their businesses, jobs and careers. Beginning immediately, interpack will also be offering its own specialised group in each of these networks – with the goal of giving exhibitors, visitors and interested persons an optimal opportunity to conduct discussions with and provide information to one another and to comprehensively prepare for the forthcoming interpack in Dusseldorf. interpack goes Social Media: Its own groups on Xing, LinkedIn and Facebook

interpack goes Social Media: Its own groups on Xing, LinkedIn and Facebook

Millions of members worldwide use Xing, LinkedIn and Facebook for their businesses, jobs and careers. interpack is also offering specialised groups in each of these networks. interpack goes Social Media: Its own groups on Xing, LinkedIn and Facebook

interpack goes Social Media: Its own groups on Xing, LinkedIn and Facebook

Millions of members worldwide use Xing, LinkedIn and Facebook for their businesses, jobs and careers. interpack is also offering specialised groups in each of these networks. interpack goes Social Media: Its own groups on Xing, LinkedIn and Facebook

Nestlé Professional: New packaging for a new concept

In the fall of this year, Nestlé Professional changed its complete dessert concept for large consumers from the hospitality and catering industry. The international relaunch affects not only the recipes, but also and above all the packaging concept was adjusted to the special requirements of this target group.  Nestlé Professional: New packaging for a new concept

From the Cookie to a Cult Brand

A little prince with a big story: this year will see the "Prinzenrolle" chocolate cream sandwich cookie by DeBeukelaer celebrate its 55th anniversary. Being one of the world’s first international brands, the "iconic cookie" has conquered the globe - without losing any of its appeal.  From the Cookie to a Cult Brand

Is plastic sustainable?

Without plastics, substantially more energy would be consumed and more greenhouse gases would also be emitted. This was the conclusion drawn by a current study which was commissioned by PlasticsEurope to seek an answer to the question: Are plastics sustainable? Is plastic sustainable?

The Changing Face of Confectionery

The international confectionery industry is in a continuous state of flux, as it is affected by demographic developments, the retail landscape and consumer patterns. Global interdependencies, changes and new perspectives are clearly also at the focus of attention in the international confectionery industry.  The Changing Face of Confectionery

Smart Systems detect Counterfeits

Since the beginning of this year Original1 – a joint venture of SAP, Nokia and Giesecke & Devrient – has fought against copies and for the preservation of brand values. Now Schreiner ProSecure has also started to support this joint venture with the aim of offering customers a complete portfolio of services designed to successfully counteract product piracy.  Smart Systems detect Counterfeits

Bag-in-Box Systems are Booming

For over 30 years now wines have been sold in tubular bags, juice in 10 litre packs is nothing new and now there is even beer from the box. Bag-in-box systems are booming. Nevertheless, attitudes here are similar to those towards beer in PET bottles: actually handy but still somewhat frowned upon. Bag-in-Box Systems are Booming

Sustainability Strategies: the Basis for Success?

The US Department of Commerce recently published a study on how much sense sustainability strategies make for US packaging machinery manufacturers as well as their customers and upstream suppliers. The aim of the study was to find an answer to the question: Can packaging machinery manufacturers act sustainably while remaining successful at the same time - or become successful by doing this? Sustainability Strategies: the Basis for Success?

Social Media: Opportunity or Risk?

Needless to say every company has its own website these days. But an up-to-date web presence is no longer sufficient: social media have long since had a firm grip on online marketing. And this applies to almost every sector now. Social Media: Opportunity or Risk?

Precise Oxygen Management for Wine Bottling

Wine maturation does not end with bottling. On the contrary: The latest findings show that only the proper maturation in the bottle can retain all desired aromas. The quality of a wine stands and falls with oxygen. A precise oxygen measurement system developed especially for bottling is setting new standards. Precise Oxygen Management for Wine Bottling

Coca-Cola: Produced and packaged upon a regional basis worldwide

Hardly a beverage group is as well-known throughout the entire world as Coca-Cola. The basis for this brand recognition is formed by a decentralised system by means of which the global company can be active in the local markets very successfully.  Coca-Cola: Produced and packaged upon a regional basis worldwide

RFIDs of the Future

Early this year saw the start of a research project on the "Development of Modular In-mould Transponders (MIT)". Numerous project partners from research and industry joined forces here to make RFID transponders suitable for processing in injection moulded packaging material. RFIDs of the Future

Nespresso: Successful design capsules

Not only George Clooney loves it: with turnover of 2.77 billion CHF and a sales increase of over 22 percent in the crisis year of 2009, the Nespresso international fan club is constantly growing. The recipe for success for the pioneer in portioned top-class coffees: the best quality coupled with refined, sophisticated packaging, marketing and design strategies. Nespresso: Successful design capsules

Wheylayer: Sustainable Packaging with Whey Protein

The demands made on modern foodstuff packaging are high: the solutions here have to be ecological, economical, sustainable and functional. Consequently, the development of biopolymers is one of the current top trends in the research field of new packaging materials. The Fraunhofer Institute for Process Engineering and Packaging IVV has now presented initial results of the European "Wheylayer" project. Wheylayer: Sustainable Packaging with Whey Protein

Drugs: Greater Safety thanks to Global Standards

How can spending be reduced long term while maintaining health care quality for patients at the same time? The deficits in global health care systems have many varied reasons. But global standards can help to increase patient safety, improve efficiency in the care supply chain and counteract the counterfeiting of medical products and medications. Drugs: Greater Safety thanks to Global Standards

You Eat Where You Are

In times when people throughout the world are spending less and less time on eating and fast food is part and parcel of our daily life ever new markets and concepts are emerging. Nevertheless, a trend towards fresh foodstuffs that taste homemade while fully meeting modern society’s convenience demands is gaining ground: Home Meal Replacement - dishes you eat wherever you are. You Eat Where You Are

Mission Impossible?

The rest of the world hoped that Barack Obama’s election as President of the United States of America would mark the beginning of a new era in international climate protection. But in July this year the long-awaited climate protection act of the USA finally failed. Will US climate policy turn into Mission Impossible? Mission Impossible?

Augmented Reality - more than real

Augmented Reality (AR) - a term, which is currently still hovering between hype, a playground for marketing effects and genuine potential - is increasingly also dominating the packaging industry. Packaging, which displays its contents in interactive form and 3D, will in future increasingly feature at the PoS. A pioneer here is toy manufacturer Lego.  Augmented Reality - more than real

Indonesia’s Rising Consumer Scene

The food industry in Indonesia is gearing up: with almost 235 million inhabitants the island state is „blossoming out“ to a dynamic market also for the food industry. Here strong momentum is generated by many young consumers. Indonesia’s Rising Consumer Scene

Machinery made in China conquering the world

Chinese mechanical engineers appear not to suffer from any negative effects of the global economic crisis. Machine builders in China began 2010 brimming with dynamism.  Machinery made in China conquering the world

Burning Love for Frozen Food

6 March 1930 marks the birth of frozen food: In the USA food was available for purchase in a frozen state for the first time. Today, daily life can no longer be imagined without frozen products and the industry has posted continuous growth ever since. The market is characterised by accomplishments in sustainability and novel packaging formats.  Burning Love for Frozen Food

Packaging securely tied up

Economical, eco-friendly and future-proof. These are qualities which should characterise all technical innovations today. Strapping technology is no exception. After all the efficient and individualised securing of loads for transportation is a must in every sector of industry now.  Packaging securely tied up

Future Kids: The Responsible Consumers of Tomorrow

They may be dwindling in number but businesses are vying for their custom like never before: children. Demographic change may be the words on everyone’s lips but children and teenagers are one of the most important target groups around. They often hold sway over purchasing decisions in the family and will in future be a force to be reckoned with as responsible consumer protagonists.  Future Kids: The Responsible Consumers of Tomorrow

A Bottle of Southern Spirit

A traditional brand Southern Comfort has always been synonymous with the lively southern state spirit of New Orleans: vibrant, cosmopolitan and sensual. Since June of this year Southern Comfort has boasted a shiny new global image - modern and shining like New Orleans itself. Symbols, images and lettering on the bottle and the label exude a whole attitude to life through the packaging of this cult liquor.  A Bottle of Southern Spirit

Sustainable Promotion at the PoS

Promotion at PoS is a good and important thing - this much we know. However, how do manufacturers of promotional displays adapt to consumers’ increasing awareness of sustainable consumption? Because sustainability is not only just a trend but a question of ecological and social responsibility. Sustainable Promotion at the PoS

Traffic Light Labelling in the EU refused

The proposal to label food packaging with a traffic light in red, yellow and green to inform consumers about the sugar, salt and fat content of food was refused by the members of the European Parliament.  Traffic Light Labelling in the EU refused

Tea: Wellness in a Cup

Tea is the most consumed beverage worldwide after water. However, the ways to prepare it, its packaging and rituals vary widely from country to country - and are often even typical of each culture. A whole cosmos has emerged around tea and its natural effects, also increasingly reflecting the western "Health" and "Wellness" mega trends. Tea: Wellness in a Cup

War declared on piracy

Product and brand piracy is a business worth billions - in the negative sense. According to the EU, around ten percent of world trade is affected. The damage amounts to between 200 and 300 billion Euro each year according to estimates by international experts. Tendency: rising.  War declared on piracy

Chocolate: From Luxury Item to Mass Product

In the course of the 19th century, the luxury item chocolate became a food for broad levels of the population. This was due on the one hand to an expansion of the cocoa growing regions, and on the other hand to technological advancements. Today the chocolate business is a globally booming economic factor. Chocolate: From Luxury Item to Mass Product

PETCYCLE: Ecological Packaging System

According to a current study carried out by the Ifeu Institute for Energy and Environmental Research PETCYCLE’s recyclable plastics bottle has risen to a new ecological level boasting an ecological footprint that is no longer inferior to that of returnable glass bottles. PETCYCLE: Ecological Packaging System

Pago: cult in the green bottle

The secret of Pago is no secret at all: in every one of the unmistakable green bottles there is nothing but pure fruit. Today that in it itself is nothing special anymore, because Smoothies and fruit juices in all variations are now part of everyday life. But the Pago success story does not begin in this millennium - but in 1888. Pago: cult in the green bottle

Aluminium foil: its strength is its lightness

This year aluminium foil is celebrating its 100th anniversary. During its history it has driven forward technological developments, set trends and clad innumerable chocolate Father Christmases and Easter bunnies. And these are just a few examples from the long success story of this unique packing material.  Aluminium foil: its strength is its lightness

Cork: Alternatives are No Longer Taboo

For many centuries cork has been considered the only conceivable lid for wine. For many wine lovers it continues to be one of the epitomes of wine culture. If there was not the problem of the corky taste: not least for that reason cork had to increasingly compete with other materials as a traditional fastener - and has clearly lost ground.  Cork: Alternatives are No Longer Taboo

A Teddy Bear between Traditional and Modern

Just how something created in 1908 can be so topical, is proved by the new brand presentation from Steiff. The new folding box packaging combines the traditional with the modern - just like its contents: for decades it has been impossible to imagine hardly any children’s room around the world without the cuddly, plush animals with "button in ear". A Teddy Bear between Traditional and Modern

Live on the Coke side of life

In March this year Coca-Cola presented a new small packaging unit: the 0.25l can. This new packaging solution is designed to target especially the consumers looking for refreshments “on the go”. For more than 100 years Coca-Cola has been synonymous with lifestyle, freedom and a cult that has always hit the tempo of the time not least with its ever new packaging formats. Live on the Coke side of life

Black Gold

The unique flavour of coffee comprises more than 800 aromas produced by roasting – ones which need to be preserved during transport, packaging and storage. This so-called “black gold” is among the international delicatessen consumed almost everywhere in the world. The current trend is towards organic and Fairtrade coffees – to be enjoyed with a clear conscience while ensuring fair trade in the world. Black Gold

Gloss and Glamour

Under the stars and starlets among sales packaging, innovative UV coatings are lending gloss and glamour to the packaging, which in turn attracts consumers' attention. The more exclusive the design, the more attention the shimmering highlights attract on the shelf. Gloss and Glamour

Food: also safely packed in plastic recyclates

Recycled plastics are the basis for a whole series of new products. Recyclates boast the same characteristics as new plastics and are therefore just as suitable for use in many areas.  Food: also safely packed in plastic recyclates

Paper Tissues: Functional and Sustainably Packaged

Innovative, functional, recyclable, rugged, handy and light: This is how Tork describes its new packaging solution “Tork Carry PackTM” for the Interfold tissue line. Paper Tissues: Functional and Sustainably Packaged

Champagne bottles helping climate protection

Even the Champagne growers feel under obligation to the environment: in mid-March a new standard champagne bottle was introduced, designed to save around 8,000 tons of carbon dioxide a year.  Champagne bottles helping climate protection

Crisis-proof: health in the Gulf

The growth of the health industry in the Gulf region appears to be immune to the economic crisis and Dubai’s negative press. In the Middle East investments totalling many billions of dollars are planned: by 2020 the business with health in the region is predicted to reach a volume of up to 55 billion US Dollars.  Crisis-proof: health in the Gulf

What is lettering good for on packaging?

What role does typology play on packaging for building a brand? How decisive is typography for the success of a product? Which are the specific technical challenges associated with packaging printing?  What is lettering good for on packaging?

A star(ch) is born

Amflora is the name of the new star on the plant biotechnology horizon. But the trial cultivation of the industrial potato now greenlighted has caused a parting of way.  A star(ch) is born

En Vogue? – Wine from the Can

After alcopop, shandies and prosecco, wine in the can is now reaching new target groups. Bubbly wine drinks, packaged ready-to-drink in attractively designed aluminium cans.  En Vogue? – Wine from the Can

Crystal-Clear Favourite

6,200 European households in 12 countries were polled in a survey commissioned by FEVE, the European Container Glass Industry Association headquartered in Brussels. The result of probably the biggest survey ever initiated by the packaging industry is, by FEVE accounts, unambiguous: glass is clearly Europe’s favourite. Crystal-Clear Favourite

Modified Atmosphere Packaging Up and Coming

In the fresh produce segment of food retail MAP's market share has risen significantly over the past few years. The benefits of this inert gas packaging obviously include not only longer shelf life for the packaged products but also suitability for merchandise that cannot be placed under vacuum. Modified Atmosphere Packaging Up and Coming

Obama raises hopes…

…for better prospects of the international climate protection efforts. Agreements on stabilising greenhouse gas emissions were already signed at the 1992 Rio de Janeiro World Summit as part of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. Obama raises hopes…

Precise to the Percentage Point

Outstanding barrier properties, hygiene, security, convenience, sustainability and the possibility of precisely dosing quantities – these are the big benefits of aluminium tubes. Precise to the Percentage Point

Petfood: Beastly Good

Whether dogs, cats or mice – pets play a prominent role in our society. Many consumers have come to attach the same high importance to their pet food as they do to their own food.  Petfood: Beastly Good

Labels: Clever & smart

Food, cosmetics, beverages, chemicals or pharmaceuticals—no industry without packaging, no packaging without labels. Labels have always differentiated, informed, designated, advertised and marketed. But the label of the future is no longer merely colourful and informative—it is clever and smart. Labels: Clever & smart

Critical and strong buyers: LOHAS moves the markets

LOHAS is the acronym for "Lifestyle Of Health And Sustainability". LOHAS stands for a lifestyle, but also for a globally growing consumer group.  Critical and strong buyers: LOHAS moves the markets

Plastics. A success story.

For more than 50 years the plastics industry, including plastic production, machine construction and processing, has been writing its success story while continuously growing. Western Europe is the global leader in plastic machine construction.  Plastics. A success story.

Mineral Water: “Sparkling” Packaging

The image of mineral water has clearly changed over the past few years. Water is inherently healthy, low-calorie and therefore fully in tune with modern consumers’ wishes. Mineral Water: “Sparkling” Packaging

Not half bad: Environmentally friendly burial

The idea is not new but serious by all means, probably even sustainable but above all characterised by outstanding environmental friendliness: coffins made of packaging cardboard.  Not half bad: Environmentally friendly burial

Turbulent times in the worldwide paper industry

In 2007 worldwide paper production was 395 million tons. In this connection the USA was No. 1, followed by China, Japan and Germany. But times have changed. Turbulent times in the worldwide paper industry

Unit for Measuring Environmental Protection?

“Climate change” and “sustainability” are the buzzwords of our day ranking second right after the term “financial crisis”. Relatively new in the debate is the term “carbon footprint” which is now also becoming more and more widely used in the packaging industry. Unit for Measuring Environmental Protection?

Exact Packaging

Whether it is in the food, pharmaceuticals, chemicals or cosmetics industry quantity counts! Down to the last milligram. Especially in packaging technology the use of state-of-the-art checkweighers is indispensable. Exact Packaging

Beverage Cartons: Efficient and Sustainable

A responsible approach to the environment has good prospects. While the percentage of mineral water and beer filled in PET bottles is rising on a global scale the latest analyses confirm that beverage cartons cause fewer costs for retailers than the popular bottles. Beverage Cartons: Efficient and Sustainable

Tin plate packaging and closures

Rapid Collapse of Prices for Steel Products In summer last year the manufacturers of tin plate packaging and closures still faced drastic rises in the price of supply materials.  Tin plate packaging and closures

Aseptic: Germs Stand no Chance

Hygiene plays a decisive role in the manufacturing processes of beverages, foodstuffs and drugs. The future will see a new generation of wellness and health-conscious consumers demanding top quality products with excellent taste – in appealing and convenient packaging.  Aseptic: Germs Stand no Chance

Waste Paper Market under Global Pressure

The global financial crisis is sending prices into free fall. Developments on the international market are also having a turbulent effect on the waste paper sector: order cancellations at paper mills, full warehouses, production cutbacks and sluggish exports are putting a strain on the sector.  Waste Paper Market under Global Pressure

Exclusively designed bottles and glass decanters

Clear, high-proof and exquisite: vodka is one of the most widely spread alcoholic beverages worldwide and super-premium vodkas are the latest trend. The manufacturers of this popular drink have now started to present their products in exclusively designed bottles or even glass decanters. Exclusively designed bottles and glass decanters

"Kleenex": A History of the Cellulose Tissue

In 1924, the market welcomed a never-seen-before novelty: "Kleenex", the tissue paper meant for cleaning. This year marks the start of an international success story. Since then, Kleenex has become synonymous with makeup remover tissue and has continued to reinvent itself according to the market situation in terms of design, packaging and product quality.  "Kleenex": A History of the Cellulose Tissue

(Packaged) Milk makes the world go around

Experts predict an average annual growth rate in milk consumption of 2.2 percent by the year 2012.  (Packaged) Milk makes the world go around

13 Numbers sort the World

On 1 July 1977 the barcode was introduced. This means the black and white bar pattern on packaging has provided encoded information on products and their producers for 30 years now.  13 Numbers sort the World

A matter of life and death

There is a significant growth of counterfeit drugs the world over. Following WHO information, about half of the drugs offered on the Internet in industrialised countries are not what they pretend to be.  A matter of life and death

Adhesives Keep the Promises Others Make

Packaged food units sealed with adhesive have to withstand multiple loads until they are opened by the consumer – without any adhesive power being impaired by such influences as heat, cold or moisture.  Adhesives Keep the Promises Others Make

Asia is Booming

China has developed into a global super power with giant strides. According to estimates of the German professional association VDMA Chinese machinery manufacturers took the lead for the first time in 2008.  Asia is Booming

Big Mac's New Clothes

With its new packaging design, McDonald's places the spotlight on the quality of the ingredients in the presentation of the food — uniform worldwide.  Big Mac's New Clothes

Capri-Sonne: an award-winning classic

Not many products manage to achieve the balancing act of remaining a very popular product worldwide with a packaging design almost unchanged for 40 years – becoming an absolute classic in the process.  Capri-Sonne: an award-winning classic

Chewing Gum — Freshly Packaged

People chew everywhere — on every continent and in every culture. Chewing gum is part of humanity's everyday routine.  Chewing Gum — Freshly Packaged

Clever Sealing Systems

Tear open, lift up, twist, pull up... the possibilities for opening packaging are manifold these days – as are the necessities to (re-)close them. Consumers find nothing more annoying than packaging that is hard to open and/or difficult to close again. The packaging process calls for clever closing solutions and systems!  Clever Sealing Systems

Design – only a nice appearance?

Design makes things more attractive. But is that really all? No, today design offers much more: problem solutions, integrity, the courage to be different. Design not only means a nice appearance. Quite the opposite. Design – only a nice appearance?

Distinctly different: Space Food packaging

Even those with their workplace in space have to eat. And this food also has to be packaged, and in the process, even meet very different requirements and withstand conditions different to those on earth. Strict guidelines monitor astronauts’ nutrition – and its packaging.  Distinctly different: Space Food packaging

Environmental Labels: Curse or Blessing?

The task of environmental labels on packaging is to indicate that products within a specific group comply with specified environmental compatibility requirements. Often, however, their use results in product assessment – all the way down to market distortions. In a Position Paper on Eco-Labels Plastics Europe presents its viewpoint.  Environmental Labels: Curse or Blessing?

Ever smaller, ever faster

Nano technology is considered the future technology of the 21st century. It finds applications in many different sectors and promises advances not only in the development of a wide variety of industries.  Ever smaller, ever faster

First Aid with Tradition

In 1882 pharmacist Paul C. Beiersdorf, together with dermatologist Paul Gerson Unna, received the first patent for the "manufacture of coated bandages".  First Aid with Tradition

Fresh, non-perishable, sustainable and affordable

Fresh, non-perishable, sustainable and affordable: these are the current requirements for food and beverages. Both the packaging and its contents demand the highest hygiene standards and engineering technology. Fresh, non-perishable, sustainable and affordable

Hands Off!

When packaging is childishly easy to open it can become fatally dangerous. Manufacturers must offer hazardous household products and medications in childproof packaging.  Hands Off!

Health sells

Health is a selling proposition. Health is also a question of nutrition – and these USPs can be communicated best by food packaging itself.  Health sells

Innovative plastics finishing thanks to plasma technology

The specific modification of plastic surfaces using plasma-supported processes has become increasingly significant in recent decades.  Innovative plastics finishing thanks to plasma technology

Inventions the World Needs

Throughout the world Apple products stand for inventions boasting the most innovative technology and the most discerning design.  Inventions the World Needs

Iridescent protection

Holograms are much more than simply fascinating, true-to-original, three-dimensional images of objects. In two of their most important application areas they are used today as security features and for data storage.  Iridescent protection

Lifestyle with a Big Bang

The launch of chewing gum brand 5 GUM by Wrigley went off with a big bang. It is an impressive example of how important packaging is in the marketing mix for products.  Lifestyle with a Big Bang

Mood Food: food that lifts your spirits!

With consumers’ health awareness increasing worldwide, the interest in Mood Food – natural foodstuffs, which have an uplifting effect, is also growing.  Mood Food: food that lifts your spirits!

More quality – more safety

Time Temperature Indicator (TTI) is the proof for consumers that the cold chain for the product they have purchased has not been broken from its manufacture all the way to the refrigerator at home. More quality – more safety

Nanotechnology: promoting opportunities, minimising risks

Nanotechnology is gaining increasing importance for the development of new products and applications worldwide. A recently published background paper of the German Federal Environmental Agency warns against the possible hazards associated with synthetically produced nanoparticles, which might be greater than assumed so far. Specific assessment strategies are now called for.  Nanotechnology: promoting opportunities, minimising risks

Naturally Green

Environmental and health protection are words on everyone’s lips. The industry increasingly focuses on environment and health-compatible products, the so-called “bio products”.  Naturally Green

New Logo for EU Organic Products

In February this year it was officially presented by the EU Commission: the new EU logo (Bio seal), which will be mandatory from 1 July 2010 for all pre-packed organic products which were produced in an EU member state and comply with the necessary standards.  New Logo for EU Organic Products

Night of Packaging: Brilliant Ideas

On the occasion of this year’s international Pro Carton Congress the gala “Night of Packaging” was held in Düsseldorf on 25 November 2009.  Night of Packaging: Brilliant Ideas

Openhagen

It was not for nothing that Copenhagen was coined “Openhagen” by the media. What are consequences of the open end of the climate conference? And what does this mean in concrete terms for the international packaging industry? Openhagen

Plastics industry cuts its way through the crisis

The international plastics industry was hit full tilt by the global economic crisis – however there are first signs of the atmosphere gradually brightening up again.  Plastics industry cuts its way through the crisis

Recycled polyethylene: best environmental indicators for refuse sacks and bin liners

In August 2009 the ifeu Institute in Heidelberg published the results of a new life cycle assessment for dry (residual) waste refuse sacks and bin liners. The result: refuse sacks made of recycled polyethylene are superior to all other materials. Recycled polyethylene: best environmental indicators for refuse sacks and bin liners

Research without Borders

Working for the future for 60 years now: Over the past six decades the Fraunhofer Society has developed from a small “club” with three employees into the leading organisation for applied research in Europe.  Research without Borders

Saved by the Tin Can

Napoleon needed food for his troops. And – as we know – necessity is the mother of invention. The idea sounds very simple: you fill food into tin cans, close them and you then have a meal that can virtually be kept for ever. So he was effectively saved by tin cans.  Saved by the Tin Can

Staying on Course in the Economic Crisis

Even the manufacturers of powerhouse brands need to be proactive in difficult economic times.  Staying on Course in the Economic Crisis

Sustainability is Indispensable

It is commonplace nowadays for sustainable concepts to play an ever more important role in international enterprises. But how, exactly, does this translate into reality?  Sustainability is Indispensable

Target Group of the Future

Lettering too small, packs that are too hard to open or too large: many pensioners still have problems with packaging – and prefer to switch product rather than get frustrated with awkward packaging. Target Group of the Future

The Green Deal

“Promoting brand values through sustainable packaging“ – was the motto of this year’s Pro Carton Congress in Düsseldorf. Ever greater importance is being attached to sustainability: it is one of the crucial drivers of innovation of all. The Green Deal

The Plastics Market in Europe: Review and Preview

It was short though severe – the 2009 world economic crisis. Even though the mood is gradually lifting and the outlook for 2010 is by all means positive the past year also left its mark on the international plastics industry. The Plastics Market in Europe: Review and Preview

The Printing Ink Industry: a Sector Undergoing Change

The product portfolio of packaging manufacturers ranges from simple boxes and hot sealed packaging to PETP portion packs and elaborately finished cardboards.  The Printing Ink Industry: a Sector Undergoing Change

The “Premiere League”

What do Sinalco, Ritter Sport, Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG and the STI Group have in common? They all feature alongside many other classics in the recently published 16th issue of the brand bible “Brands of the Century”. Being featured here means you play “in the premiere league”.  The “Premiere League”

What will I drink tomorrow?

“Modern consumers are ‘glocal patriots’ – cosmopolitan and “grounded” at the same time,” says Matthias Horx, General Manager of Deutsches Zukunftsinstitut GmbH, in a current study on developments in tomorrow’s beverage markets.  What will I drink tomorrow?