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Avery Dennison Introduces Technology Enabling Rigid Plastic Recycling Across Its Film Portfolio

August 9, 2022

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 Introduces New Line of Sifters for Glass Jars

March 10, 2022

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 Introduces New Foam Polypropylene Processor Tray for Fresh Food

January 24, 2022

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)…

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PPC Announces Winners of the 2021 North American Paperboard Packaging Competition

November 2, 2021

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…

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Graham Packaging Earns ISCC PLUS Certification

November 2, 2021

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…

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Calyx Containers’ New Glass Family Offers the Industry’s Highest Levels of Sustainability, Freshness, and ‘Brandability’

October 21, 2021

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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The World’s Most Sustainable Plant Milk Company Debuts New Look & Updated Packaging

October 20, 2021

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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Looking Ahead to a Post-Pandemic Future

October 5, 2021

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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TricorBraun To Acquire Cormack Packaging

September 16, 2021

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 Partners With Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited For Creation of First-Ever Recyclable Toothpaste Tubes

September 1, 2021

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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Announcing OneCircle’s Latest Partnership with New Reseller “Canada West Winery Supplies”

August 26, 2021

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 Introduces Wide-Neck Glass Jar for Skincare Products

August 26, 2021

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 DEA

Baralan Introduces DEA, Its Airless Packaging Solution in Glass

July 14, 2021

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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Onnit Labs’ New Alpha Brain Black Label Package Design Has Beauty and Brains

July 14, 2021

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…

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ACTEGA Launches Signite to Transform the ‘No Label Look’ Market and Provide a Zero Waste Future

July 2, 2021

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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Sip into Summer with American Vintners’ New Seasonal Wine Collection

June 11, 2021

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 Introduces New Bottle Series for Nail Polish, Essential Oils and Makeup

June 1, 2021

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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Glass Jar Sealing Research Puts Selig on Top

May 5, 2021

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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The Evolution of Glass Packaging and Inspection

April 13, 2021

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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Primary Packaging Company, Baralan, Introduces New Nail Polish Packaging Lines

March 22, 2021

Baralan, a leader in primary packaging for the cosmetics and beauty industries, has introduced its Mirella and Alexia lines of glass bottles, developed primarily for use in the nail polish segment. Designed with distinct style and unique shapes to stand out in the market, the larger sizes are well-suited for professional beauty salons, while the…

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