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Direct printing instead of paper labels
27.04.2016
The Belgian brewery Martens has decided to do without paper labels on the packaging of its own special Pilsner beer. Its new direct printing process has been developed in collaboration with KHS GmbH which, together with NMP Systems and Danone Waters, is also currently marketing another global innovation, known as Nature MultiPack™.
PEF – 100% natural, 100% recycled, 100 % material benefits
01.04.2016
Sustainability is an issue which has occupied the packaging industry for a long time now. Again and again attention has focused on the use of renewable raw materials in the production of plastics. Recent research has delivered innovative plant-based materials with outstanding properties.
Emotionalise with Novel Materials and Finishes
25.02.2016
Packaging and marketing experts know that shoppers like to be emotionalised. Especially when it comes to luxury products like wine, first impressions really count.
Anniversary bottles at Lufthansa
08.01.2016
60 years of Lufthansa – To commemorate its anniversary, the airline launched a special Warsteiner birthday beer in a limited edition as well as a premium range of six Lufthansa Cocktails.
Pomp and Circumstance for an “Old Lady”
10.12.2015
She may be 60 years old now but with her gentle curves she still is in perfect shape. We are talking about Fanta’s classic-edition bottle, which was recently declared Packaging of the Year by the German Packaging Museum.
Coffee to go – sustainable packaging ideas
24.11.2015
It’s something that happens quite frequently: no time for breakfast, so a quick stopover at the petrol station will have to do for an early morning coffee that’ll kickstart the day. It’s very common in Germany, and a recent ARAL study found that over two thirds of all Germans regularly treat themselves to a cup of coffee while travelling.
We proudly present: 80 years of beverage cans
21.10.2015
The beverage can is turning 80 and is as popular as ever – one more reason to feature it as the highlight in our series “Number of the Month”.
Honesty in bottles.
12.10.2015
Innovation in the beverage industry. true fruits and disposable bottles with additional usage: One’s own upcycling line
Ideal Packaging Material: Corrugated Cardboard
10.09.2015
In the first half of this year, the corrugated cardboard sector recorded an increase in sales of 2.3 percent compared to 2014. These positive turnover figures result from more orders received via the Internet, as well as from new packaging methods for drinks.
A hit among kids: Colourful drinks packaging
24.08.2015
The packaging of children’s drinks has its own rules. It should be portioned as required, easy to take along and open, and above all brightly coloured. As if that were not enough, yet another requirement has to be met: The drink contained must be organic!