The Necessary Transition to Safe and Sustainable Snack Packs By Zach Muscato, Corporate Sustainability Manager, Plastic Ingenuity Spoilage is a major concern in the food industry, and the consequences are dire. In 2022 alone, the world squandered 1.05 billion tons of food — almost one-fifth (19%) of the consumable food that is wasted in retail,…
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As brands and converters seek solutions to increase the circularity of plastic packaging, Avery Dennison Label and Packaging Materials has removed a key obstacle to plastic recycling with the introduction of next generation AD CleanFlake™ technology. Already a leader in enabling recycling for PET plastics, this breakthrough innovation now extends the benefits of CleanFlake™ technology…
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Baralan, a consolidated player in primary packaging for the cosmetics and beauty industries, has introduced its new Sifter 70 Series, a line of sifters for glass jars. Offered in two different styles, the series was developed as the ideal accessory for powdered skin care and makeup products. Featuring a modern style with a matte surface…
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Tekni-Plex Consumer Products is expanding its product line to include foam polypropylene processor trays for fresh food products such as meat, poultry, pork, fruits and vegetables – diversifying material offerings for this category. The announcement was made in advance of the International Production & Processing Expo in Atlanta, January 25-27. Foam polypropylene (recycling code 5)…
Read More >>The Paperboard Packaging Council (PPC) has announced the top winners of its 78th annual North American Paperboard Packaging Competition. These folding cartons and rigid boxes represent some of the best paperboard packaging manufactured by North American converters over the past year. Paperboard Package of the Year Kiehl’s – Advent Calendar Submitted by JohnsByrne Company Kiehl’s annual advent calendar…
Read More >>Graham Packaging, an industry leader in the design and manufacturing of innovative and sustainable packaging solutions, announced that its Evansville, Indiana location has received its International Sustainability and Carbon Certificate (ISCC) PLUS. This certification enables the site to sell customers ISCC PLUS certified post-consumer resin (PCR) created through advanced recycling. ISCC PLUS is an internationally…
Read More >>Calyx Containers announced at MJBizCon a new family of square glass cannabis containers that establish new standards for sustainability, product freshness, and packaging aesthetics. Made of premium German glass, the containers were specifically designed to be ecologically responsible, compliant to strict regulations, and efficient for processing and storing cannabis products from seed to sale. This new container…
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JOI, the rapidly growing clean label food company, is further shaping the alternative milk category with the announcement of its brand refresh and shift to 100 percent sustainable packaging. With the mission of empowering consumers to take control of their plant-based ingredients by providing sustainable, whole food solutions that they can feel good about, JOI…
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By Zaid Bunni, Founding Partner and Director at Swedbrand This past year has been difficult around the world. The pandemic descended upon us with no warning and disrupted so many things! For many companies future plans were put on hold since no one was really sure how this thing would turn out. We decided to…
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Global packaging leader TricorBraun announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Cormack Packaging (“Cormack”), a leading packaging supplier in Australia and New Zealand, establishing the company’s footprint in the region. Serving customers with rigid packaging needs for more than 80 years, Cormack primarily serves the food and beverage, pharmaceutical, personal care, industrial…
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EPL Limited (formerly Known as Essel Propack Limited), the world’s largest specialty packaging company, announced that it has partnered with Colgate-Palmolive India, one of the largest oral care brands to produce Recyclable Platina Toothpaste Tubes in India. This first set of recyclable tubes is the starting point for converting to 100 percent recyclable tubes for…
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Canada West Winery Supplies is proudly announcing that it will be joining the KeyKeg® family, blending shared passions for quality of service, innovation and sustainability. By adding the KeyKeg® and UniKeg® to its product range, Canada West Winery Supplies can capitalise on the growing demand for one-way kegs within the Canadian winery community. Located in the…
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Baralan, a consolidated player in primary packaging for the cosmetics and beauty industries, has introduced its Oprah Jar 30 Super-Weight (SW), a wide-neck glass jar developed specifically for skincare products. This new jar expands Baralan’s existing Oprah Jar line to now include three sizes: Oprah Jar 5, 15, and 30 SW. The Oprah Jar 30…
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Baralan, a consolidated player in primary packaging for the cosmetics and beauty industries, has introduced DEA – which stands for Developing the Evolution of Airless – a new series of products composed of glass airless containers designed for several applications. Unlike other airless systems, DEA has no internal plastic container, making it the first airless…
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There’s nothing quite like the feeling of being in the flow, in the zone, “on it.” That’s what Onnit Labs strives to deliver with its unique, effective, and innovative line of supplements, foods, and fitness equipment. Onnit Labs’ newest high-performing product is its Alpha Brain Black Label supplement, launching mid-July. This ultra-premium variation of the…
Read More >>ACTEGA, manufacturer of specialty coatings, inks, adhesives and sealing compounds for the print and packaging industry, officially launches Signite™: a revolutionary, ACTEGA patented, premium quality decorating solution, designed to significantly reduce, and one day eliminate, waste in label production. Depending on the decoration design, the technology can currently reduce label waste by over 50 percent…
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American Vintners was born out of a passion for wine, a commitment to quality and an innovative spirit. The company’s portfolio of high-quality, award-winning brands includes everything from mouthwatering Moscatos to bold bourbon-barrel reds. There’s something for everyone and every occasion. And its one-of-a-kind seasonal collections make it easier than ever to celebrate anytime, anywhere…
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Baralan, a consolidated player in primary packaging for the cosmetics and beauty industries, has introduced its Ingrid series, comprised of two uniquely designed glass bottles with slim proportions developed specifically for use with nail polish, essential oils and makeup. With its lean and stylish design, the Ingrid series consists of two bottles in the same…
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A new series of independent tests carried out to discover the best way to seal glass jars has put Selig’s GlassFuzeä on top. The research was commissioned by a peanut butter producer following complaints from customers relating to product spoilage. A new solution had to be found to seal the jars, as the company’s brand reputation…
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Eleonora Bordini, Marposs International Industry Manager, Glass Packaging Glass is one of the oldest materials dating back to 3500 BC. Egyptians manufactured the first hollow glass container in 1500 BC, and the invention of the blowpipe in the first century BC was considered a technological revolution. The true revolution, however, was the automatic bottle blowing…
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