Archive for April 2019
LavishLinen™ Virgin OverLaminate : Nobelus
Nobelus is bringing a new linen film with extreme dimension to market for label and short run flexible packaging applications.
Read MoreSteeped Coffee Brewing Method: Steeped, Inc.
Santa Cruz-based startup Steeped, Inc. has launched its revolutionary Steeped Coffee brewing method to coffee drinkers across the nation.
Read MoreDouglas’ New Robotic Metering Reduces Maintenance and Improves Simplicity
Douglas recently announced a design improvement applying its SCARA robot technology to the metering system on Contour™ 60‐Series machines.
Read MoreVIAjet™ T-Series E by Matthews Marking Systems
Our high-resolution Piezo inkjet printer supports production line speeds up to 50% faster than the previous model. It is also capable of printing high-resolution messages while doubling the distance between the print head and marked surface. This cost-effective alternative to adhesive- backed paper labels and pre-printed corrugated cartons delivers on-demand branding to secondary packaging lines.…
Read MoreOlcott Plastics Joins Forces With Pretium Packaging
Pretium Packaging, a North American manufacturer of plastic containers and closures, announced that it has joined forces with Olcott Plastics, Inc.
Read MoreBerlin Packaging Breaks Records at NACD Awards
Berlin Packaging received an unprecedented 15 medals during the NACD 2019 packaging awards competition.
Read MorePPC Flexible Packaging Announces Expanded Header and Medical Pouch Capacity
PPC Flexible Packaging recently announced the installation of additional healthcare pouch manufacturing lines at its Buffalo Grove, Ill. plant.
Read MoreCans Delivering Global Beer Growth
Aaron McIvor, Managing Director of WaveGrip The global market for beverage cans is increasing significantly and, according to a report by Grand View Research, is expected to reach $60.92 billion by 2024. Specifically, craft beer sold in cans was 23 percent of total U.S. dollar sales (or almost $1 billion) in 2017, according to market research…
Read MoreRegistration is now open for Atlantic Design & Manufacturing – Be my guest with a free expo pass
Atlantic Design & Manufacturing is right around the corner and it’s shaping up to be an epic event. Register with my special promo code RDG and get a free pass to join the excitement. Why get a pass? In addition to 550+ suppliers showcasing technologies across medtech, plastics, automation, packaging, design, and quality, you’ll find…
Read MoreCM33 CombiChecker: METTLER TOLEDO’s
The METTLER TOLEDO CM33 CombiChecker system performs two key inspection functions in one simple integrated solution.
Read MorePrecise Packaging Adds New Aerosol Production Line
Precise Packaging recently announced that it has added a new aerosol production line to its 120,000 square-foot facility.
Read MoreBrew up New Branding and Labels to Stand Out in the Crowd
By Gary Paulin and Mark Lusky How do you set yourself apart amid a sea of craft beers and ever-more-creative labels and packaging? According to a December 2018 USA Today article, “Small and independently owned breweries, or craft breweries, were making about 5 percent more beer at the middle of 2018 than the year before…” With…
Read MoreCatalent’s Bloomington Site Builds a Track-and-Trace Record with Mettler-Toledo PCE
To comply with serialization regulations, Catalent’s Bloomington, Indiana, USA team turned to Mettler-Toledo PCE for track-and-trace solutions that could be added to its vial and syringe packaging suites.
Read MoreAssessing the Sustainability Benefits: Flexible Stand-Up Pouches for Motor Oil — A LCA Case Study
The Flexible Packaging Association’s (FPA) report, A Holistic View of the Role of Flexible Packaging in a Sustainable World, highlights the sustainability benefits of flexible packaging.
Read MoreThermo Scientific Versa Flex FR44HD Checkweigher: Thermo Fisher Scientific
The Thermo Scientific Versa Flex FR44HD now includes stainless-steel construction, a heavy-duty drive and enhanced user interface while improving usability for operators.
Read MoreAVrs Verification Router Service Solution: Antares Vision
Antares Vision recently introduced a sophisticated verification router service for optimized compliance with serialization mandates.
Read MoreINDUSTRIAL PACK 2019 wraps up as another successful expo exceeding all growth expectations
Industrial Pack wrapped up another successful event at the Cobb Galleria Centre in Atlanta GA. With visitor growth up, the expo served as a unique opportunity to network and learn from the top leaders in industrial packaging. Leading up to the event, the industrial, transit and protective packaging market has seen growth and experienced significant…
Read MorePregis Announces Restructuring of its European Operations
Pregis LLC is announcing the restructuring of its European business operations to create a platform for future growth.
Read MoreAssessing the Sustainability Benefits: Flexible Stand-Up Pouches for Baby Food — A LCA Case Study
The Flexible Packaging Association’s (FPA) report, A Holistic View of the Role of Flexible Packaging in a Sustainable World, highlights the sustainability benefits of flexible packaging. FPA commissioned PTIS, LLC to provide a holistic view on the sustainability benefits that flexible packaging offers; provide foresight into future sustainability implications for flexible packaging; and develop six…
Read MoreEpson Commercial Label Printer Inks Reach Major Milestones in Food Contact Materials Compliance
Epson announces its inks comply with regulations from the EuPIA and United States Food and Drug Administration, and Meet FCM and GMP Standards
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