By Robin Lebovitz, Cambridge Security Seals The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) has estimated that food fraud—including dairy adulteration—costs the industry $10–15 billion annually. From farm to consumer, dairy products travel through complex supply chains that require meticulous monitoring to ensure their safety, quality, and authenticity. Tamper-evident seals on milk containers, bulk transport, and processing…
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By Robert Swientek, Content Strategist at Berlin Packaging While packaging caps and closures offer basic product opening and resealing, they do much more thanks to creative thinking and innovation. For example, attaching a grinder to a peppercorn, gourmet salt, or spice container adds value (e.g., fresh-ground product), increases usage occasions, and enhances margins. Design and…
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By Deepa Pandey, Principal Consultant, Towards Packaging The refillable packaging market is rapidly transforming the consumer goods industry by offering sustainable alternatives to single-use packaging. As global awareness of environmental issues rises, businesses and consumers are shifting toward eco-friendly packaging solutions that reduce waste, conserve resources, and promote sustainability. Refillable packaging provides a system where…
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Control solutions utilizing apps can provide OEMs and end-users greater insight and monitoring over each element of production. By Dave Cameron, Director of Project and Product Management – Automation & Electrification, Bosch Rexroth Automation within consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturing is becoming increasingly digitalized as a direct reflection of our society’s reliance on digital technology.…
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By Fredrik Ryden, CEO, Olis Robotics Anything you can do to prevent unexpected downtime in your automated packaging systems helps to improve efficiency and reduce costly downtime. Predictive maintenance strategies are intended to put maintenance technicians one step ahead of potential faults by helping them catch and identify issues before they cause a hard stop.…
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By Joseph Callahan, CEO of Ciright Like any manufacturing-based industry, the packaging industry is complex and multifaceted. Managing the supply chain of a packaging business can be challenging because of the different sources, production facilities, and warehouses that are involved in a packaging operation. However, there is an innovative new technology that promises to revolutionize…
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EMPLOYEE TRAINING IS THE KEY TO SUCCESS By Chuck Raymond, Principal Strategic Account Manager of Packaging at Advantive Rising costs, sustainability pressures, and supply chain disruptions are creating major challenges for the packaging industry. But one issue urgently stands out: ensuring the workforce keeps pace with rapid industry changes. As automation, new materials, and evolving…
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How human creativity and advanced technologies are combining to shape the future of the food manufacturing industry. By Natasha Avelange, Global Extended Reality Manager, TNA Solutions In the wake of Industry 4.0 and the digital revolution it has ushered in, the food manufacturing sector is now on the precipice of a transformative new era: Industry…
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An exclusive Packaging Technology Today interview with Ole Marius Rindal, Co-founder of Sonair Packaging, logistics and warehouse facilities are increasingly adopting autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) to increase productivity and throughput, address labor challenges, and reduce waste. Ole Marius Rindal, the co-founder of Sonair, explains how advances in obstacle detection technology can ensure safer interaction between…
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By Jonathan Lane, VP of Solutions, QAD Redzone Data is the new competitive edge in manufacturing. It helps packaging companies work smarter and more efficiently while dealing with issues such as supply chain disruptions, rising production costs, and a demand for sustainable practices. Not to mention the talent shortages and the growing expectations from workers…
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By Deepa Pandey, Market Researcher with Towards Packaging The reusable water bottles market is rapidly gaining traction as consumers increasingly prioritize sustainability and eco-friendly packaging solutions. As global awareness about plastic pollution grows, the demand for reusable alternatives is rising, driving significant market expansion. The global reusable water bottles market reached USD 9.70 billion in…
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By Celine Yang, Sustainability Strategy Lead at Berlin Packaging Refillable packaging has emerged as a compelling business advantage, offering companies a powerful way to meet sustainability goals while driving growth. With rising consumer demand, regulatory pressures, and cost-saving opportunities, refill systems are reshaping how companies approach packaging. According to NielsenIQ, 56% of consumers prioritize reusable…
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Condition monitoring prevents unplanned downtime. By Billy Goodman, Managing Director of Cama North America Since 1981, we have been an international leader in the engineering and production of high technology secondary packaging systems. We offer complete integrated packaging lines – from primary packages to final packaging ready for palletizing, including cartoning, case packing, sleeving and…
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How automated tray loading works, and the challenges manufacturers face. By Kody Moehr, South Central Sales Manager at BluePrint Automation Whether delivered fresh to your door or picked up at the grocery store, ready-made meal kits have grown in popularity in the past decade as consumers search for convenient, time-efficient ways to eat healthily. While…
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By Michael Terry, Content Manager, Harpak-ULMA Packaging The packaging industry is changing fast. Labor shortages, rising costs, and growing demand for efficiency are forcing manufacturers to rethink operations. By 2030, the global manufacturing sector will face an 8-million-worker shortage, making automation a necessity. Meanwhile, the global packaging automation market is projected to hit $86.72 billion…
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By Deborah Gokie, VP, Consumer Health and Ease of Use, Arthritis Foundation Each design decision we make has the potential to include or exclude possible customers. Research shows that 86% of arthritis consumers and 76% of general consumers consider user-friendly packaging essential when purchasing products. Globally, 1.5 billion people live with chronic pain, which represents…
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How to Inspect Vertical Reciprocating Conveyors By Ryan Bauhs, PFlow Industries Field Service Manager Even the most dependable equipment benefits from regular inspections by a qualified technician. These inspections can help prevent unexpected downtime and keep your operation running smoothly. Crush Downtime with Preventive Maintenance Preventative maintenance is your secret weapon against downtime. It’s like…
Read More >>By Adem Kulauzovic, Director of Automation, Domino Printing Sciences Automation has revolutionized manufacturing businesses’ operations through improved efficiency, productivity gains, and overall business growth. Indeed, since the early 2010s, consultancy giants have been championing the transformative power of automated systems in manufacturing. Yet, despite widespread acceptance of manufacturing automation, some businesses are lagging behind. A…
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Flexible Packaging and the Next Generation of Convenience By Steve Halford, Product Development Technologist at Parkside No one understands the nonstop hectic pace of modern life better than you, the packaging industry professional. But packaging is far from the only industry where the relentless pace makes workers feel like there aren’t enough hours in the…
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