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Food Production, Processing and Packaging Equipment Goes to the Gavel Dec. 12 in Online Bankruptcy Auction

November 30, 2023

By order of U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Tiger Group offers assets from Lemnature AquaFarms  production and R&D plants in Florida; bidding opens Dec. 5. Food production, processing and packaging companies can grow their operations by acquiring new and like-new equipment in a Dec. 12 online auction by Tiger Group. The court-ordered bankruptcy sale features assets from…

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Schreiner MediPharm Enables Digital Adherence Monitoring with New Child-Resistant Smart Blister Wallet

November 28, 2023

Through partnership with Keystone Folding Box Co., the customizable blister package with individual cavity tracking provides a smart, secure packaging solution for clinical trials. Schreiner MediPharm, a Germany-based global provider of innovative functional label solutions for the healthcare industry, has partnered with Keystone Folding Box Co. to introduce a new smart blister pack with especially…

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Sidel Launches Ultra-small, Ultra-light PET Bottle for Liquid Dairy Products

November 20, 2023

The new PET bottle from Sidel is designed to offer an increased competitive advantage for liquid dairy manufacturers. This mini-size has been designed for products such as drinking and probiotic yoghurts with capacities between 65ml to 150ml and is ideally suited for ambient and cold chain processes. The bottle would also suit applications within the juice,…

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Lucas Systems and Carnegie Mellon University Partner to Solve Logistics Industry Packaging and Sustainability Challenges

November 15, 2023

Distribution center technology provider, Lucas Systems, announced today its partnership with Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) on new research with potential significant environmental and commercial impact for the logistics industry. The research is focused on developing new and innovative ways to reduce distribution center and transportation waste by optimizing the way packing and packaging of multiple…

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Goodwin Company Announces E-commerce Shrink-Wrap Machines

November 14, 2023

After specializing in liquid filling for over a century, Goodwin Company has continued to adapt to the needs of its clients and now provides an efficient secondary packaging solution (shrink wrapping) within their chemical contract manufacturing operation. Just recently, the brand announced a new automatic shrink-wrap machine. This packaging option is making waves in the…

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Say cheese! Mondi and Skånemejerier Partner to Introduce Mono-material Plastic Packaging

November 11, 2023

Mondi, a global leader in packaging and paper, has collaborated with Skånemejerier to create a mono-material, polypropylene (PP) based packaging for, among others, ICA’s Hushållsost cheese. The new packaging comprises a mono-material base web and lidding film, all of which is produced and printed by Mondi before being converted for 1kg and 2kg blocks of…

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Safe and Sustainable Solutions for Food Packaging

November 10, 2023

Transferring injection compression molding technology to thin wall packaging production creates more solutions. By Bart van der Aar, Sr. Scientist Technology & Innovation Rigid Packaging, SABIC and Reto Gmür, Application Manager Packaging, NETSTAL Maschinen AG The packaging industry is facing several challenges, including reducing weight and costs, improving sustainability and complying with more-stringent food safety…

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Digital Transformation of Packaging

November 7, 2023

Today’s consumers are increasingly incorporating technology and digital tools into their everyday lives. They use smart devices to stay connected and informed, manage work and personal lives, and assist in household and shopping tasks. According to a recent GlobalData survey, consumers are very interested in digitally advanced solutions, with 64% saying they look for “high-tech”…

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Pairing Automation and Sustainability

November 7, 2023

Unlock New Opportunities in Fulfillment Packaging By Ryan Germann, Director of Global Product Management for Mailing Solutions at Pregis, LLC. A profound momentum in the use of automation is propelling a wave of transformation across industries, fueled by the surge in e-commerce induced by the pandemic. Even before it met this dynamic environment, environmental sustainability…

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Due Diligence in Food Manufacturing

November 7, 2023

Food Manufacturers Must Maintain High Product Quality, And Prevent Litigation, Recalls and Customer Complaints By Robert Rogers, senior advisor of food safety and regulations at Mettler-Toledo Product Inspection Group In this day and age, it’s more important than ever for food manufacturers to ensure their products are safe, free from foreign material contamination and accurately…

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Smart Technology Empowers Manufacturers

November 7, 2023

Three Ways Digital Solutions Transform Hybrid Food and Beverage Packaging Operations By Jennifer Williams, Product Marketing Manager of Hybrid Markets at Emerson  Hybrid food and beverage manufacturers face increasingly complex challenges to produce and package products under one roof. Against shrinking margins, rising material costs and ambitious sustainability goals, manufacturers also face evolving consumer and…

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Adapting to Dynamic Change

November 7, 2023

Robotic Automation for Greater Packaging Productivity By Chris Caldwell, Product Manager at Yaskawa America Inc. – Motoman Robotics Division The quest to optimize equipment efficiency, ensure consistent quality and lower operational costs while empowering a stronger workforce continues to permeate the industrial landscape. While challenges persist, the transformative potential high-performance robotic automation is bringing to…

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Keystone Folding Box Company Brings F=1 Child Resistance to Cold-Form Blisters with Its Key-Pak® Wallet Card

November 7, 2023

Suitable for high-barrier applications and friable OSD products, Alu-Alu construction meets highest child resistance standards while remaining senior-friendly. Keystone Folding Box Co., a designer and manufacturer of paperboard packaging solutions, has introduced a f=1 version of its popular Key-Pak® Child-Resistant blister card suitable for use with cold-form foil (Alu/Alu) blisters. As with the original Key-Pak®,…

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PMMI’s New Dairy Report Emphasizes Innovation and Collaboration

November 1, 2023

Despite ongoing challenges such as a downturn in fluid milk consumption, the rise of plant-based alternatives, persistent inflation, fluctuating supply chain costs, and ephemeral consumer preferences, the future remains bright for dairy producers open to innovation and collaboration, according to the 2023 Dairy Industry Report: Innovation, Adaptation, Transformation, produced by PMMI, The Association for Packaging…

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Cans for Chimps

October 23, 2023

Berlin Packaging Supports Collaboration between Non-Profit Ape Sanctuary and Miami Brewery Berlin Packaging is honored to support an incredible, unique collaboration between Florida-based Center for the Great Apes and Tripping Animals Brewing with a donation of goods. Located in Wauchula, Florida, the Center for Great Apes is a non-profit sanctuary for orangutans and chimpanzees, currently…

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Sidel Develops Lightweight, Returnable, Reusable PET Bottle for Carbonated Beverages

October 20, 2023

With upcoming European regulations requiring beverage producers to embrace packaging circularity and returnable bottles, Sidel has developed a dedicated PET bottle for carbonated beverages designed for long-standing reuse. In accordance with the European Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation, the focus is on creating a circular economy where returnable bottles are at the forefront. With a…

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PET Industry Tackles Climate Change Together

October 9, 2023

Collaboration is a Distinct Trend in Beverage Packaging By Francesca Bellucci, Global Sustainability Director at Sidel The PET (polyethylene terephthalate) beverage packaging industry is taking the challenge of climate change seriously. It has two main areas of focus: reducing emissions and finding new material solutions. Beverage producers are setting ambitious targets to reduce greenhouse gas…

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A Sustainable Revolution

October 9, 2023

Eco-friendly materials, Smart Packaging and Consumer-centricity Shape the Future of Beverage Packaging By Malcolm Waugh, CEO of Frugalpac As consumer awareness of environmental issues grows, industries around the world are being challenged to re-evaluate their practices and adopt more sustainable approaches. The beverage industry in the United States is no exception, with packaging being a…

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Product Stewardship in Packaging

October 5, 2023

Where Manufacturers Can Foster Progress By John Rost, Vice President – Global Sustainability and Regulatory Affairs at Crown Sixty days: That’s how quickly a used beverage can is able to be recycled and transformed into a new can on the retail shelf. With this ability to so quickly—and infinitely—withstand transformation from recovered, recycled materials to a new…

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Connect with Customers One Package at a Time High-Tech Tools Help E-Commerce Companies Engage Consumers

October 5, 2023

By Alani Kuye, Founder and CEO of Relotis, Inc. Product companies use an increasing array of technology to connect with customers. Texts, emails, and digital advertising are designed to spur shoppers to make a purchase but often end up in spam folders, completely ignored.  Even social media marketing falls short as direct to consumer (DTC)…

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