al Mespack and Famartec Deliver Integrated Solution to Pharmaceutical Industry By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Feb 2023 14:59:56 -0500 The growing need from pharmaceutical customers for a complete packaging solution was the impetus for this partnership. Full Article
al CASE STUDY: International PaperBox selects BOBST to Boost Productivity and Precision By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Mon, 31 Jul 2023 13:39:02 -0400 As the business looked to enhance its folding, gluing and die-cutting capacity, International PaperBox added a BOBST EXPERTCUT and EXPERTFOLD to its machine park. Full Article
al Universal Investment & Industries Finds Success with Theegarten-Pactec Cartoner By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Sep 2023 13:40:16 -0400 Universal Investment & Industries has been extremely successful in the service and packaging industry for years. Full Article
al IWK Packaging Systems Introduces Modular Horizontal Cartoning Machine By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2024 10:04:00 -0400 The innovative machine platform can be offered in either intermittent-motion or continuous motion and has the flexibility to handle carton opening from either direction. Full Article
al Aptar Partners with Halopack to Launch Fiber-based Tray System in North America By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Immediately available and domestically produced, the recyclable paper-based tray system uses 90% less plastic than conventional plastic-based trays and boasts extreme versatility. Full Article
al Arcos Dorados Holdings Makes Sustainable Change to McDonald's Packaging By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Tue, 28 May 2024 12:11:37 -0400 JANUS® is an all-natural coating that creates a barrier to grease, water and oxygen when applied to paper for food packaging, like wrap paper, boxes, cups, utensils, K-cups, and straws. Full Article
al Duni Group Earns Bronze at Environmental Packaging Awards for Fiber Packaging Range By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Jun 2024 12:37:40 -0400 This accolade underscores Duni Group's commitment to innovative and sustainable packaging solutions, solidifying its position as one of the industry's most influential players. Full Article
al Suzano to purchase two U.S. industrial facilities from Pactiv Evergreen By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Sat, 13 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Assets will add approximately 420,000 metric tons of integrated paperboard to Suzano’s annual production capacity. Full Article
al SEA-TAC Airport Moves to All Reusable or Compostable Foodservice Materials By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Thu, 25 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 New tenant requirement sets foodservice-ware standards that aim to reduce waste. Full Article
al McDonald's Releases Sustainable Packaging for New Mini McFlurry By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Sep 2024 15:59:20 -0400 The four-flap cups are currently available in several other international markets like Canada and Indonesia – and this month, it’s finally time for U.S. fans to try them out. Full Article
al Noun Ventures Helps Protein Puck Undergo Total Brand Overhaul By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Mon, 22 May 2023 12:18:30 -0400 The new visual identity is being rolled out across all packaging and on e-commerce and digital channels. Full Article
al High Tech Meets Simple Pleasures in the Snacks and Cereals Segments By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Tue, 30 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 In this story, we take a look at some of most recent announcements regarding the creation and adoption of new snack packaging materials. Full Article
al Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Develops First-Ever PFAS-free Oxygen Absorber By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Jul 2023 00:00:29 -0400 The new and improved AGELESS provides a timely packaging solution for customers navigating the PFAS regulatory landscape. Full Article
al Mars furthers goal of using 100% reusable, recyclable, or compostable packaging By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Mars' use of this simulation technology has already reduced the quantity of plastics purchased by Mars for testing by approximately 246 tons. Full Article
al Snack and bakery companies continue advancing sustainability goals By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Fri, 14 Jun 2024 14:00:00 -0400 The IBIE organizers name BNP Media's Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery sponsors of BEST in Baking for another show cycle. Full Article
al Mary's Gone Crackers unveils new packaging for Super Seed, Original varieties By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 17 Jul 2024 12:35:00 -0400 The redesign emphasizes the company's commitment to organic, gluten-free ingredients and introduces new convenient sizes for single and family snacking. Full Article
al Mars, Inc. Acquires Kellanova in Groundbreaking Deal By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Aug 2024 12:15:31 -0400 Upon completion of the transaction, Kellanova will become part of Mars Snacking, led by Global President Andrew Clarke and headquartered in Chicago, allowing Mars to bring even more beloved brands to more consumers globally. Full Article
al KYSU Launches New Packaging Made from Recycled Materials By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Oct 2024 10:38:47 -0400 By offering consumers the option to reuse the packaging, the company addresses the urgent issue of plastic pollution in the United States while providing convenient storage solutions. Full Article
al Self-Cleaning, Maintenance-Free Ionizers for Static Electricity Removal By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Mon, 08 Mar 2021 07:00:00 -0500 The DTY-ELF14HC Multi-Function, Self-Cleaning Ionizer is designed for easy and efficient static electricity removal. Full Article
al New Feature Maxes Tray Sealer Performance By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Apr 2021 09:45:00 -0400 The GT-Max feature allows both new and existing customers to obtain enhanced performance and more value out of their tray sealing machines. Full Article
al EDL Packaging Customizes Its Twin Stream Bundler To Streamline Shelving of Personal Care Products By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Tue, 08 Jun 2021 13:20:00 -0400 The shrink film bundler was designed and manufactured to package liquid soaps and cleansers for a contract packer that manufactures under license for well known brands. Full Article
al 2 Minute Machine Talk By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400 Packaging Strategies asked SOMIC America, Inc. to provide its single- and multi-component machine capabilities. First, a look at what’s trending. Full Article
al Quantum Design to Showcase KTI and CTC Products at Label Congress this Fall By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Jun 2021 10:12:00 -0400 Quantum Design will exhibit the KTI and CTC product lines this Fall at Label Congress 2021. Full Article
al Five Benefits of Case Sealing By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Thu, 09 Dec 2021 11:00:00 -0500 Converting from standard flat tape application to one with a folded edge has the potential to revolutionize case sealing, whether automated or done by hand. Full Article
al Atlantic Packaging Expands National Footprint with Opening of Henderson, Nevada Facility By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Fri, 11 Nov 2022 17:22:06 -0500 New 34,000 square foot facility enables Atlantic Packaging to further support West Coast customers and the continued transition to sustainable packaging. Full Article
al Packsize's X5 Erected Box System Named Finalist for 2023 MHI Innovation Award By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Fri, 17 Mar 2023 12:07:29 -0400 The X5 is the world’s first fully-automated erected box system and the most advanced, flexible, efficient and sustainable platform available for the e-commerce industry. Full Article
al Companies Make Headlines with Small Footprints, High Speeds By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 In 2023, the packaging equipment industry saw significant innovations, including Packsize's award-winning X5® solution, MGS's Matrix TL top-loading case packer, and Ishida Europe's ACP-700 series automatic case packing system. Read more about these game-changing innovations! Full Article
al Paxiom Group's ValTara launches robot case packer for pouches, cartons and trays By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Mon, 19 Aug 2024 16:55:00 -0400 The system is designed to provide fast, accurate, and efficient case packing for a wide range of products. Full Article
al Miswa Chemicals UK Automates Trio of End-of-Lines with Help from Sidel By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Sep 2024 13:45:05 -0400 With its large packing portfolio and secondary packaging expertise, Sidel has provided three adapted case packers to handle different homecare, automotive and insecticide products on three lines, contributing to an overall 40% production line increase. Full Article
al Ball releases report touting Eyeris printing technology for aluminum packaging By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 27 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Eyeris® comes in nine vivid colors and adapts to various sizes and shapes of aluminum cans and impact extruded bottles, making it versatile for beverage, household and personal care products. Full Article
al Berry Global Introduces New Range of Reusable Plastic Cups for Foodservice Industry By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Fri, 13 Oct 2023 12:11:53 -0400 The Berry Cup Range combines reusability with a premium quality feel and high-impact branding opportunities. Full Article
al Tetra Pak, Lactogal cut carbon footprint of aseptic milk cartons by a third By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 Launch of the Tetra Brik® Aseptic 200 Slim Leaf carton with paper-based barrier provides a package that can be distributed under ambient conditions while hitting the 90% renewable content mark. Full Article
al Coca-Cola Makes Final Four Certified Closed Loop for Beverage Packaging By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Fri, 05 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400 All beverage bottles and cans collected will be recycled and remade into new food-grade packaging. Full Article
al Industrial Physics report suggests more talk than action on innovative packaging By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Thu, 02 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400 In a period where budgets are extremely tight and layoffs are being made, many companies find it difficult to justify assigning resources to innovation. Full Article
al Palouse Fiber Packaging Debuts Wheat-Based Solution Ahead of Foam Packaging Bans By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Thu, 23 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400 The Washington State-based startup recently announced the public availability of their new 4-cup carriers, made using wheat straw pulp. Full Article
al Cambio Roasters Releases Aluminum Coffee Pods By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Sep 2024 12:20:47 -0400 The aluminum coffee pod addresses the environmental crisis caused by the 40 million plastic coffee pods that end up in landfills and oceans every day, offering a more eco-friendly and high-quality alternative. Full Article
al Mountain Dew announces new visual identity celebrating great outdoors By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0400 The official rollout of the new visual identity will debut next summer, with packaging hitting shelves as early as May 2025. Full Article
al Carlsberg Group Unveils Somersby’s Global Visual Identity Refresh By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 00:00:05 -0500 As part of the brand refresh, the Somersby tree has been redesigned to make it more iconic, with a simplified, more recognizable shape that is naturally uplifting. Its canopy with its distinctive shape can flex to aid flavor navigation. Full Article
al Agricultural Packaging Market to Grow By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Dec 2021 15:57:00 -0500 The market will grow over $7.12 billion by 2028 at a CAGR of 5.81%. Full Article
al MULTIVAC Roadshow Will Focus on Sealing, Labeling Fruit & Vegetable Trays By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Mar 2023 00:00:56 -0500 In addition to full-wrap labeling, MULTIVAC offers two other high-quality and sustainable packaging solutions for fresh produce trays. Full Article
al MULTIVAC Roadshow Focuses on Sealing, Labeling Fruit & Vegetable Trays By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Mon, 03 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 From March onward in a live and convenient setting, customers will be able to learn all about MULTIVAC's innovative labeling and inspection solutions. This time the focus will be on high-quality and sustainable solutions for the closure sealing and labeling of fruit and vegetable trays. Full Article
al British apple and pear group calls for task force on fresh produce packaging By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Fri, 19 Jul 2024 00:00:50 -0400 While some groups say that fresh produce packaging is unnecessary and should be removed, British Apples & Pears Limited says the protective and shelf-life enhancing properties of packaging should be considered. Full Article
al Ossid to Showcase Stretch Overwrapper at Global Produce & Floral Show By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Tue, 17 Sep 2024 10:45:22 -0400 Ossid, a ProMach brand, is a leading manufacturer of sustainable, efficient tray packaging, flow wrapping, thermoforming fill seal, industrial scale and labeling machinery for the food, e-commerce and medical device industries. Full Article
al Avantium, Royal Vezet to provide PEF-based packaging for Albert Heijn salad bowls By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Avantium’s PEF (polyethylene furanoate) is a 100% plant-based, fully recyclable polymer and offers a renewable and circular packaging solution for Royal Vezet’s salad bowls. Full Article
al Automated Palletizing of Beverages in a Cold Room By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400 Bringing sweet tea and juice to the market requires palletizing the cases filled with respective bottles to be palletized for transportation to retail outlets. Due to their perishable nature, they are stored in cold rooms. Full Article
al TAB Orbital Wrapping Machine Secures Chairs to Pallets By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Jan 2022 13:40:25 -0500 Police Innovations LLC eliminates damage in transit with orbital wrapper. Full Article
al Economical, small-footprint, floor-level palletizer makes automation easy By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 A-B-C Packaging’s compact Model 72AN palletizer can occupy from 10% to 30% less floor space than conventional low-level palletizers. Full Article
al Sidel’s New Compact Palletizing Unit Combines Robotics and Cobotics By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Company is expanding its palletizing range with the introduction of the high-performing RoboAccess_Pal S. Full Article
al TAB Industries LLC Earns Patent for Orbital Stretch Wrapping Machine By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Fri, 12 May 2023 00:00:08 -0400 Wrapper prevents loads from sliding off the pallet and adds protection from damage in transit. Full Article
al MG Tech Unveils New Palletizer with Yaskawa Cobot and Rockwell Automation By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Mon, 15 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Cobotics brings several advantages to palletizing: a small footprint on the ground, flexibility by the possible movement of the equipment, and easy start-up and use. Full Article