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Pharmaworks Develops Blister Machine for 100% Recyclable Mono-Materials

In addition to offering their entire fleet of available blister packaging systems ready to run these challenging films, the company will offer upgrades for installed Pharmaworks blister machines in the field and can rebuild blister machines from other suppliers to handle these new sustainable films.




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SnapSlide Unveils Child-Resistant Closure with Single-Hand Operation for Rx Vials

The patented solution brings life-changing potential for over 60 million Americans with physical limitations, while also reducing plastic usage.




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Neopac to Debut Polyfoil® Mono-Material Barrier (MMB) Mini tubes at CPHI Milan

Now available in downsized diameters of 13.5-16mm, the tiny tubes expand Neopac’s award-winning line of high-barrier mono-material solutions, and amount to a significant advancement in sustainability-minded high-barrier packaging technology.




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Innovia introduces thinner, high yield, cavitated BOPP IML film

EUP50 is perfect for labels for small- to medium-sized packaging in all food areas, whether molding to polypropylene or polyethylene containers.




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Why the Future of Packaging Hinges on Inclusivity

While a stubborn clamshell container or vacuum-sealed jar lid might serve as a minor inconvenience to some, it can be a major struggle for others. 




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Rising shipping costs: How custom packaging protects your brand and bottom line

Custom packaging can help offset rising freight costs by optimizing packaging size and weight, reducing damage, streamlining logistics, and enhancing brand recognition.




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Registration Now Open for IBIE 2025, Which Will Spotlight Packaging Innovation

The big news for 2025 is the focus of the Product Innovation awards on producers of packaging – one of the hottest areas of sustainability innovation today.




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Video: Highlighting The Home Depot’s Sustainability Commitments

The Home Depot has spent the past several years reducing waste by eliminating hard-to-recycle materials, and those efforts continue.




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Stem in the Spotlight: Amy Phinney, Market Manager, NOVA Chemicals

Meet Amy Phinney, Market Manager at NOVA Chemicals.




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IPAMA Expands Printpack India Exhibition Due to Increased Interest

With 484 companies already secured and more expected, the upstairs hall will feature displays of lightweight machinery and promotional materials.




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Thinking outside the (bag-in) box

Bag-in-box applications may have had a negative association to them some years back but that just isn’t the case anymore. More wines (and premium ones at that) are rolling out in this classic format for many reasons.




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Tyson / Hillshire’s Storm Lake facility storms back after massive fire in 2014

Rule No. 1 in journalism is to avoid reliance upon clichés when writing feature stories.




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Processing a healthier future

In the beverage industry, new products are fulfilling more than just offering refreshment.




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The Rise of Rental Machinery

The packaging machinery market is seeing an uptick in demand for rental machinery. There are three key drivers of this trend: flexibility, cost and return on investment. Continuously evolving consumer demands and the explosion of SKUs means that flexibility is paramount, particularly in the food and beverage markets.




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Ardagh Group Glass Facility Achieves Certification for Environmental Management of Businesses

Ardagh Group, Glass – North America, a division of Ardagh Group, has  achieved ISO 14001:2015 certification at its Dolton, Ill., facility. ISO 14001 is the internationally recognized standard for the environmental management of businesses.




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Graphic Packaging International Hosts Plastic to Paperboard Multipacks Webinar

The free webinar on Mar. 25 will examine the transition from plastic to paperboard for multipacks.




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WePackItAll Welcomes Duncan Lavery as Chief Executive Officer

Lavery will lead the company’s evolution through organic opportunities and M&A activities.




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Jennerjahn Machine Plans to Rebuild After Late-December Fire in Indiana

Company has temporary office space available and intends to have its Service, Engineering, Sales, IT and Administration departments set up and operating by January 5.




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Leverwood Knife Works Hires Marina King as Director of Sales

In the newly created position, King is responsible for overseeing and leading the brand’s sales efforts.




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Golden West Packaging Announces New Leadership Team, Investment in Growth

In addition to management changes, the company announced significant investments in new equipment, including a new BOBST 64" Masterflute In-Line Laminator to be installed in the company's Sacramento facility.




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CL&D Opens New Flexographic Facility in Rock Hill, SC

This new plant allows CL&D to increase its flexographic production capabilities, particularly thanks to the inclusion of its brand new 52” wide web press.




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Buhler and Premier Tech Form Partnership

Swiss Bühler Group and Premier Tech from Canada announce the formation of a strategic cooperation for industrial flexible packaging solutions. Both will build a design and manufacturing center in China.




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Domestic Shipments of Packaging Machinery Could Reach $11.2 Billion

Based on the new State of the Industry U.S. Packaging Machinery Report infographic by PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, domestic shipments of packaging machinery is forecast to grow at a nearly 4% CAGR through 2024.




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NFL Alumni Chooses Antares Vision Traceability Solution for Membership Outreach

Antares Vision is collaborating with the National Football League Alumni (NFLA) organization to enhance the NFLA’s new membership outreach efforts, as well as expand its engagement capabilities. Track My Way  is a next-generation  platform that provides data-driven insight into ambassador and chapter membership campaigns.




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Smart Products Build Trust while Solving Problems

Smart Packaging or Smart Products, are assigned internet IDs to allow consumers to engage with their everyday products.




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Ink Technologies Growing Increasingly Sophisticated

Until recently, most pharmaceutical manufacturers would buy blister foils pre-printed with product names, dosage information, and branding and use a basic in-line printing or embossing system to add a batch code and expiry date to the blister in human-readable text.




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Drug Supply Chain Compliance: AV Group Joins Partnership as DSCSA Deadline Looms

Antares Vision Group becomes first DSCSA solution provider to join the Pulse Interoperable Partner program of the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP).




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Schreiner MediPharm to Highlight RFID Label Solutions at PACK EXPO 2024

Schreiner MediPharm's new RFID label comprises an integrated digital sealing function whose design irreversibly indicates a container’s initial opening, and enables automated integrity tracking.




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Kettle Foods Uses Reclosable Tape for Chip Bags

Kettle Foods Ltd presents the KETTLE & More range with user-friendly pack reclosability to maintain freshness and support portion control, from Essentra Tapes.




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BOBST, tesa join forces to provide complete flexographic printing solutions

tesa is known for its advanced plate mounting tapes and sleeves, splicing tapes, cushioning foams, and other complementary products used in flexographic printing.




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Beontag to Open $60 Million Facility in Dayton, Ohio

Beontag is set to invest more than USD $60 million in equipment, machinery, and tenant improvements over the next two years to bring this manufacturing facility to the highest international operational standards that the company is known for around the world.




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Beontag Officially Opens $80 Million Ohio Facility

The site, which was announced in November last year, marks another step in a whirlwind 2024 for the expanding global company, which has just celebrated its 40th anniversary. 




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Innovia launches white floatable PO shrink film for light-sensitive products

Labeling solution speaks to expected requirements of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive (PPWR) that is being created by the EU.




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Sole-Mizo Installs SIG Midi 12 Aseptic Filling Machine for Dairy Use

This new cooperation will introduce the SIG MidiFit family pack to Hungarian consumers for the first time.




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White Bear Creates Heroic New Identity for Dairy Supplier Freshways

The challenge ahead of White Bear lay in the juxtaposition between Freshways’ popularity and its lack of brand recognition.




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Shipments of Goods and Coronavirus: Update

Yesterday, the President of the United States declared an expanded emergency declaration for all states and the District of Columbia on truck shipments of consumer goods and other supplies. Below is an update from the FMCSA delineating the types loads that are being exempted from hours of service rules.




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Mark Navin Promoted to VP of Sales at Spee-Dee Packaging Machinery

Spee-Dee Packaging Machinery announced Mark Navin has been promoted to Vice President of Sales. Navin has been with the company for 25 years.




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Pet food packaging is evolving to accommodate healthier recipes

My pets eat healthier than I do. It's true. Before the era of Amazon, the only food delivery programs were diet plans. Way back in 2002, I thought it would be a good idea to order The Zone Diet home delivery program.




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Campfire Treats’ Shipping Materials Now 100% Biodegradable and Recyclable

The maker of all-natural dog treats transitioned from plastic to paper-based shipping and packing materials.




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Case Study: Nutresa Mexico Automates Chocolate Packaging with Cama Group Machines

Installation of Cama Group’s IG270 and IF296 machines has enabled a 14% increase in line productivity.




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Sun Chemical, Qualvis create sustainable carton solution for Whitakers Chocolates

The use of Sun Chemical’s inks and varnish eliminates the need for a plastic extrusion between the ink film and the food product.




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Nassau Candy unveils new packaging; text and graphics emphasize chocolate

Each package features text and graphic elements in a rich brown to reflect the brand’s long tradition of premium chocolate paired with modern colors like lime, light yellow, teal, peach, and purple.





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High profile meat issues covered by University of Wisconsin

The Food Processing Suppliers Association (FPSA) today announced the details of two sessions on the PROCESS EXPO University schedule featuring speakers from the University of Wisconsin’s Department of Animal Sciences.




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Some Things Parents Should Know about Testing

Questions and answers including explanations of stanines, percentiles, grade equivalents, and more.




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Schizophrenia - NIMH

A detailed description of the symptoms, causes, and treatments of schizophrenia, with information on getting help and coping by the National Institute of Mental Health.




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Achievement Tests - AssessmentPsychology.com

Achievement tests approved for evaluating students for Exceptional Student Education services, Florida Department of Education.




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White Castle Introduces New Package Design for Sliders

The package refresh of the line sold in grocery stores and other retailers coincides with company's 100th birthday.




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Think! Launches New Protein Oatmeal Cups and Cartons

The update to its line of Protein + Fiber Oatmeal Cups and Cartons follows a recent redesign to its High Protein Bars.




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FPA Announces 2021 Flexible Packaging Achievement Award Winners

Winning entries were recognized during a virtual awards ceremony live-streamed on March 10.




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Sidel Expands Labeling Machine Offerings with New Acquisition

Sidel has announced the acquisition of Makro Labelling in order to expand its offerings in the labeling machine domain, while also providing Makro with an opportunity for global development.