The fifth annual U.S. Snack Index confirms what many of us are feeling – there are simply not enough hours in the day. A lack of time to prepare, eat and enjoy meals – especially among parents and younger generations – will blur the once-clear line between “snacks” and “meals” in 2024. In fact, one-third…
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Snackers Crave Relaxation, and Care More About Cost, Quality, Convenience and Sustainability By Moira Stein, Insights & Strategy at Berlin Packaging Amidst inflationary pressures and economic uncertainty, consumers are paying more attention to the cost, quality, and convenience of snack products. With stress levels high, they are also looking for enjoyable and relaxing snacking experiences.…
Read More >>Amid signs of progress after a few challenging years for the food and beverage supply chain, brands are planning to dial up product innovation efforts to meet consumer demand (42%), combat rising costs (46%), and stay competitive (51%). Even with their enthusiasm, however, 56% of brands reported a lack of internal tools to manage product…
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Company to showcase significant innovation in flow-wrapping solutions for baked goods BW Flexible Systems, a global leader in flexible packaging solutions for food and non-food products, will introduce the Hayssen R300 to its flow wrapper portfolio at PACK EXPO East, held March 18 to 20 in Philadelphia. Renowned for its quality and robustness, the Hayssen…
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Renewable Lubricants introduces Bio-Food Grade™ HT Anti-Seize Compound, a biobased Extreme Pressure (EP) compound specifically formulated for lubricating sliding surface in food processing plants. Designed to provide anti-weld protection and withstand high pressures in sliding surfaces, it protects the shoulder and threads of bolts against damage from galling or seizure. This patented, ultimately biodegradable, food…
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Immediately available and domestically produced, the recyclable paper-based tray system uses 90% less plastic than conventional plastic-based trays and boasts extreme versatility Aptar – Food Protection, part of AptarGroup, Inc. and a leader in active material science food safety solutions, has been granted the North American license to manufacture and distribute the Halopack Tray system,…
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Consumer demand and advancing legislation are reshaping the way suppliers serve the market. Not only do the public require more flexibility and more choice, but they want this in more sustainable packaging and nowhere is this truer than in the snacks and baked goods industries. Supermarket shelves will attest to the food manufacturers’ ability to…
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Dependable Shrink-Wrapping Machines Are the Secret Sauce By Brian Dennis, Southeast Regional Sales Manager for Texwrap Since its invention in 1950, the frozen pizza has become a staple on many Americans’ grocery lists. With its compact size for convenient freezer storage, ease of preparation and near universal appeal, the longstanding popularity of frozen pizzas is…
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Flexible packaging and stand-up pouches are taking center stage in the flourishing snack food market.
Read More >>The following is attributed to Jim Jones, Deputy Commissioner for Human Foods Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is announcing that grease-proofing materials containing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are no longer being sold for use in food packaging in the U.S. This means the major source of dietary exposure to PFAS from food packaging…
Read More >>With addition of new grinder, company’s ZERO Technology cutting tools, which allow food manufacturers to easily break monomaterial multipacks into individual cups, can now be sharpened on-site in Massachusetts. IMA DAIRY & FOOD USA – whose equipment solutions comprise the long-established brands Gasti, Hamba, Hassia, Fillshape, Corazza, Erca, AlphaMAC and Intecma – has installed a…
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Bio-Food Grade™ gear oils perform like synthetics, but are odorless, tasteless, and safe for incidental food contact. Renewable Lubricants patented, ultimately biodegradable Bio-Food Grade™ Gear Oils perform like synthetics but they are odorless, tasteless, and have a USDA H-1 rating so they are safe for incidental food contact, making them ideal for use in food…
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A New Perspective on Processed Food’s Bad Reputation By Steve Burgess, General Manager Europe at TNA solutions Processed food has long had a reputation for being the ‘bad boy’ of the grocery aisles, and in the wake of the pandemic, with consumers evermore focused on their health and wellbeing, the potential is there for these…
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The food-grade Slim-Fit is the newest line of low profile, wash down, sanitary conveyor belts from Multi-Conveyor. Featuring tool-less belt removal, the pre-engineered small product transfer conveyor is designed for tight spaces, and features 100% stainless steel, 3-ply blue wash down belting and easy tool-less belt removal. “The Slim Fit sanitary conveyor is becoming the…
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Highlights include new Fiber ProPlus Egg Cartons, as well as PET & foam PP meat processing trays. TekniPlex Consumer Products, a globally integrated provider of innovative solutions through materials science and manufacturing technologies, will have its growing fiber-based packaging prowess on full display at the International Production & Processing Expo, January 30-February 1 in Atlanta.…
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Company’s SimpliCycle™ flow control valves significantly raise sustainability profiles while offering precise, hygienic dispensing. Aptar Closures, an industry leader in flow control dispensing solutions for over 25 years, now offers a line of fully recyclable flow control dispensing solutions suitable for a wide range of products, most notably food and beverage applications such as condiments…
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Changes will keep coming in 2024 for consumer and food packaging. By Stephen Dombroski, Director, Consumer and Food & Beverage Markets, QAD, Inc. Lately, there has been a significant impact on almost every aspect of our lives and packaging for consumer packaged goods (CPG), and food & beverage products are no exception. All indications are that…
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The Benefits of Robotic Carton and Case Packaging for Food Manufacturers By Ryan Womble, Director of Sales at Quest In today’s fast-paced food manufacturing industry, efficiency, precision and product quality are top priorities. As the industry continues to evolve, many manufacturers are turning to automation solutions to streamline their operations. One area that has seen…
Read More >>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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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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