ic Packaging Opioids in Smaller Dose Blisters Can Help Young Victims By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Sep 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Blister Packaging for Certain Immediate Release Opioid Analgesics for Treatment of Acute Pain – Docket No. FDA-2019-N-1845 as it relates to opioid packaging, and recently passed Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients (SUPPORT) Act, passed in late 2018. Full Article
ic Cheese Packaging: The Trick with the Holes By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Cheese producer and supplier Jermi regularly supplies supermarkets with sliced cheese such as Gouda and Edam. Plastic blisters containing varying types of cheese are packaged in display cartons for this purpose. Jermi needed a new packaging line in order to make the existing production significantly more efficient. Full Article
ic Top 13 Packaging Articles of 2019 By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0500 We share our Top 13 articles from 2019 that caught readers' attention — from the top beverage and food packaging companies of the year and the outlook for 2019 to some neat designs and trends. Enjoy the read! Full Article
ic Pharmaceutical Bottles to Grow to 5.8 billion in 2024 By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400 Drug-producing industries are expected to continue to operate at normal or near normal capacities despite the COVID-19 pandemic. Full Article
ic Congress Sets Sights on Puerto Rico for Pharma Supply Stream By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500 The same government that destroyed Puerto Rico’s economy and the domestic pharmaceutical industry by repealing Section 936 in 2006 is now going to tell you what heroes they are by reviving that industry. It might be easier said than done. Full Article
ic Blister Packaging: Reliable Revenue for the Pharmaceutical Industry By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0500 The pharmaceutical industry is undergoing a tremendous packaging revolution, paving way for the future development of intelligent solutions. One such breakthrough achieved in this space is the blister packaging. Full Article
ic 3 Ways Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Can Benefit from NIR Technology By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Fri, 15 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 For pharmaceutical manufacturers, measuring and controlling moisture content is critical to ensure product safety, quality and efficient production since the amount of moisture in deliverables can have diverse effects when converting feedstock into products such as tablets, capsules, gel or liquid-based products. Full Article
ic Four Japanese Firms Collaborate on Sustainable Pharmaceutical Packaging By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Tue, 27 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 Collaboration includes sharing knowledge on packaging technologies to reduce the environmental burden. Full Article
ic Solvay Introduces New PVDC Coating Solution for Pharmaceutical Blister Films By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Oct 2023 11:53:12 -0400 Diofan® Ultra736 is fluorine-free, meets regulatory requirements for direct pharmaceutical contact and supports the design of sustainable films with thinner coating designs. Full Article
ic Plastics Industry Association Publishes Food Packaging Guidance By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Thu, 08 Apr 2021 09:39:53 -0400 The guidance is aimed at ensuring recycled plastic packaging meets and exceeds U.S. regulatory compliance. Full Article
ic Spice and Salt Suppliers Shake Up Packaging By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500 Functionality, sustainability and shelf appeal will continue to be key factors in the choice of packaging in this market, with formats made from plastic continuing to edge out other materials in most cases. Full Article
ic Case Study: BMP Medical Optimizes Packaging with Shawpak By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 07 Aug 2024 12:22:35 -0400 BMP Medical first met Shawpak at MD&M West Pack 2024 while seeking a small footprint thermoforming packaging machine. Full Article
ic SÜDPACK MEDICA's French site expansion is on schedule for completion next year By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Tue, 17 Sep 2024 00:00:26 -0400 When operations at the site begin on July 1, 2025, the area dedicated to cleanroom pouch production will have doubled in size compared to its previous capacity. Full Article
ic TekniPlex Healthcare Gains ISCC PLUS Certification for Bio-Based Compounds By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Oct 2024 14:55:44 -0400 The bio-based medical-grade PVC compounds utilize resins and plasticizers manufactured with renewable energy and bio-attributed classification. Full Article
ic PODCAST | The Intricacies of Secondary Packaging By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 In this podcast, we talk about secondary packaging solutions for the food industry, pharmaceuticals and medical devices, and the personal care and beauty industry. Full Article
ic TotalEnergies to Build New Plastic Recycling Unit in France By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Thu, 21 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Expanded recycled polymer offering at former oil refinery will target the high-performance packaging market, particularly packaging for pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. Full Article
ic Dow Launches New Sustainable SURLYN™ Grades for Cosmetics Packaging By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Oct 2023 15:56:53 -0400 These new grades offer a significant moment for cosmetic industry packaging as well as the plastics industry. Full Article
ic GEKA launches formulation-compliant recycled PP material for cosmetics packaging By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400 The new PCR PP behaves identically to virgin material, so there's no need for manufacturers to adjust tooling or processing equipment. Full Article
ic Berry Global Develops PCR Plastic Bottle for Personal Care Applications By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Jun 2024 11:52:56 -0400 The 250ml Domino bottle includes a 75-mm-wide front face and customizable side panels. Full Article
ic ALPLA and zeroo Partner to Launch Reusable PET Bottles for Cosmetic Products By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 21 Aug 2024 12:41:35 -0400 This reusable and fully recyclable plastic packaging is available in three colors and is suitable for all caps. Full Article
ic The First Neuromarketing Service that Optimizes the Impact of Packaging on Consumers By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500 ANALYTICA, a behavioral sciences-based company in Edinburgh, as launched the first service that optimizes packaging using consumer psychology and neuroscience-led customer tests. Full Article
ic U.S. Plastics Pact Releases Guides to Advance Circular Economy for Plastics By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Comprehensive playbooks on recyclability, reuse and compostability offer roadmap for sustainable plastic management. Full Article
ic Automatic process control seen as testing opportunity for Food & Bev packaging By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Sep 2024 00:00:08 -0400 In this year’s research by Industrial Physics, 47% of packaging professionals surveyed shared that they’ve had to delay innovation while they search for an external packaging and material testing expert. Full Article
ic U.S. Plastics Pact Updates PCR Toolkit to Help Businesses Cut Plastic Waste By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 The update emphasizes collaboration among cross-functional stakeholders—such as procurement, R&D, and corporate sustainability—who often have competing priorities like sustainability commitments and cost control. Full Article
ic Registration Now Open for IBIE 2025, Which Will Spotlight Packaging Innovation By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Sep 2024 00:00:33 -0400 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. Full Article
ic PepsiCo enters agreement to acquire Siete Foods for $1.2 billion By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Oct 2024 12:45:00 -0400 The acquisition will reportedly complement PepsiCo's portfolio with the addition of an authentic, Mexican-American brand, while also growing its better-for-you food offerings. Full Article
ic Surdry North America brings cutting-edge retort solutions to PACK EXPO 2024 By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Oct 2024 00:00:11 -0400 Company will highlight its exclusive Continuous Sterilizer technology, which allows simultaneous processing of various package types and sizes – including cans, jars, and pouches – in the same equipment. Full Article
ic Sun Chemical Showcases UV-LED Printing Solutions at BOBST Grand Opening Event By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Oct 2024 16:38:04 -0400 Sun Chemical’s SolarWave Integra and SolarWave FSP are both UV-LED curing ink solutions designed to meet diverse printing needs. Full Article
ic Stem in the Spotlight: Dana Austin, IWK North America General Manager By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Meet Dana Austin, General Manager for IWK North America. Full Article
ic Stem in the Spotlight: Jessica Fischer, Parts and Service Manager, OMV Technologies, USA By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Meet Jessica Fischer, Parts and Service Manager for OMV Technologies, USA. Full Article
ic Stem in the Spotlight: Amy Phinney, Market Manager, NOVA Chemicals By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Meet Amy Phinney, Market Manager at NOVA Chemicals. Full Article
ic Snacking routine for most Americans By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Jun 2015 00:00:00 -0400 At 10 a.m. do you wander into the kitchen or break room, or reach into your desk drawer for snack? Full Article
ic Ardagh Group Glass Facility Achieves Certification for Environmental Management of Businesses By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ic Strong Name with Delicate Design for Cider Brand By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0500 Strongbow Blossom Rosé Sparkling Apple Cider, for Carlton & United Breweries (part of the AB InBev family), aims to bring growth and inject excitement back into the cider category. Full Article
ic Nestlé Waters North America Signs Agreement with Recycled PET Supplier By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Fri, 07 Dec 2018 00:00:00 -0500 Nestlé Waters North America has signed an agreement with recycled PET plastic (rPET) supplier CarbonLITE, which will expand its U.S. operations by building a third facility in Pennsylvania. Full Article
ic National PTA, Nestlé Waters North America and Nestlé Pure Life Team Up for Healthy Hydration By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Jul 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Through a healthy hydration program developed by the alliance, grants, recycling bins and thousands of bottles of water will be awarded to PTAs across the country with the goal to help families live healthier lives by encouraging them to choose water. Full Article
ic Nestle Waters North America's ReadyRefresh Delivery Service Expands Beverage Portfolio By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Fri, 24 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0500 Nestlé Waters North America’s ReadyRefresh by Nestlé delivery service has expanded its beverage portfolio as part of ReadyRefresh’s mission to deliver healthy, convenient and great-tasting hydration to its customers. Full Article
ic California Requires Plastic Beverage Containers to Contain 15% Recycled Plastic by 2022 By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400 California passes first-in-the-nation law requiring plastic beverage containers to contain an increasing amount of recycled material — 15% by 2022. Full Article
ic Graphic Packaging International Hosts Plastic to Paperboard Multipacks Webinar By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Mar 2021 10:48:10 -0400 The free webinar on Mar. 25 will examine the transition from plastic to paperboard for multipacks. Full Article
ic WePackItAll Welcomes Duncan Lavery as Chief Executive Officer By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 Lavery will lead the company’s evolution through organic opportunities and M&A activities. Full Article
ic Amcor announces expansion of thermoforming production capacity in North America By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 The addition of state-of-the-art thermoforming equipment at Amcor’s manufacturing plant in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, will support increasing demand from customers in the medical, pharmaceutical, and consumer health sectors. Full Article
ic Ecopol Appoints Fabrice Favero to Lead North American Expansion By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Tue, 06 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Ecopol’s recently completed production facility in Griffin, Georgia, successfully began operations in fourth quarter 2023 and is now serving customers across North America. Full Article
ic NOVA Chemicals Launches Canadian Centre of Excellence for Plastics Circularity By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Centre aims to help achieve global plastics sustainability goals by focusing on R&D collaboration and value chain-integrated solutions. Full Article
ic Tetra Pak Expands Technical Training Center in Denton, Texas By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Thu, 02 May 2024 11:55:29 -0400 With the improvements made, Tetra Pak aims to grow the capacity of its field force, enhance the customer experience and build competency through workforce development. Full Article
ic CL&D Opens New Flexographic Facility in Rock Hill, SC By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Aug 2024 12:43:46 -0400 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. Full Article
ic PulPac Appoints Marcus Palm as Vice President By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Aug 2024 12:43:39 -0400 In his new role as Vice President, Marcus will focus on strategic business development, ensuring PulPac maintains its competitive edge while advancing its position as a leader in sustainable packaging solutions. Full Article
ic Nefab's PolyFlex Opens New Facility in Mexico for Thermoformed Packaging By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Oct 2024 13:18:42 -0400 This expansion positions Nefab to provide a full range of sustainable packaging solutions tailored to the Lithium-Ion battery (LiB), E-mobility, and automotive sectors. Full Article
ic RRD Expands Label Capacity to Enhance Efficiency and Support eCommerce By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Sat, 06 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400 RRD’s four new press installations increase speed and flexibility for brands, logistics, and freight services. Full Article
ic Registration Opens for Labelexpo Americas 2024 By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Mon, 20 May 2024 13:46:47 -0400 Returning to Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois, from September 10-12, the biennial show promises hundreds of live demonstrations, new show features, a one-day conference program and more. Full Article
ic Flexography Will Make Powerful Return to Labelexpo Americas By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Tue, 04 Jun 2024 00:00:36 -0400 New show features include the FlexPack@Labelexpo which will showcase short run, added-value flexible packaging, including all the ancillary equipment, thermal lamination, pouching equipment, materials, and coatings required to enter this demanding market. Full Article