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Q&A: MIT Operations Researcher Talks COVID-19 Vaccination Hurdles
An expert discusses some of the environmental, research, and packaging concerns in supplying populations with a COVID-19 vaccine.
Keren Sookne
Jun 25th, 2020
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Hershey's Unwraps their COVID-19 strategy with employees and suppliers
Sean Riley
Jun 25th, 2020
Package Design
The Devil is in the Details of a New Brandy Bottle
Anne Marie Mohan
Jun 24th, 2020
Beverage
Heineken Customizes for Grand Prix
Pat Reynolds
Jun 24th, 2020
Package Design
Packaging No Spectator to This Social Moment
Matt Reynolds
Jun 23rd, 2020
E-commerce
ERP Upgrade Enables Direct-to-Consumer Model for Avery
QAD’s latest cloud-based enterprise resource planning system has helped Avery better integrate its operations to provide the flexibility needed to depart from its traditional big box pallet model.
Aaron Hand
Jun 23rd, 2020
Business intelligence
Despite COVID-19 global packaging market expected to grow.
Euromonitor International analysts anticipated growth in 2020 for most key goods categories that use packaging, despite the impact of COVID-19, at Webinar organized by EXPO PACK México and Mundo PMMI.
Lilian Robayo
Jun 23rd, 2020
Sustainability
AIR Bottle for Personal Care Line Reduces Plastic by 50%
New personal care line, MyKirei by Kao, reflects the company’s Kirei, or ‘beautiful,’ Lifestyle Plan, with sustainable packaging that uses two pouches to create a ‘revolutionary’ rigid bottle.
Anne Marie Mohan
Jun 22nd, 2020
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Hershey's Expectations for Suppliers during COVID-19
Hershey's Josh Becker explains how the chocolate giant has adapted and what it expects from visitors to its facilities.
Sean Riley
Jun 19th, 2020
Machinery
Supplier Submitted
Sick Launches Software Development Platform
SICK, Inc.
Jun 26th, 2020
Supplier Submitted
Upgraded Cap Elevators
Fogg Filler Co.
Jun 25th, 2020
Supplier Submitted
Brown Machine Group Acquires aXatronics Robotics Capabilities Business
Brown Machine Group
Jun 25th, 2020
Supplier Submitted
X-ray System Inspects Small- to Large-diameter Glass Jars
METTLER TOLEDO Safeline
Jun 25th, 2020
Design
Supplier Submitted
Recycled-Content Copolyester
Eastman
Jun 26th, 2020
Supplier Submitted
FPA Publishes 2020–2021 Flexible Packaging Buyers Guide
Flexible Packaging Association
Jun 25th, 2020
Supplier Submitted
ePac Flexible Packaging Expands into Northern California
ePac Flexible Packaging
Jun 25th, 2020
Supplier Submitted
Antifog Films
Terphane
Jun 25th, 2020
Issues
Supplier Submitted
Sustainable Packaging Symposium 2020—Virtual Event
American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE)
Jun 26th, 2020
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Q&A: MIT Operations Researcher Talks COVID-19 Vaccination Hurdles
Keren Sookne
Jun 25th, 2020
Home
Hershey's Unwraps their COVID-19 strategy with employees and suppliers
Sean Riley
Jun 25th, 2020
E-commerce
ERP Upgrade Enables Direct-to-Consumer Model for Avery
Aaron Hand
Jun 23rd, 2020
Videos
Supplier News
Handheld technology interrupts worker productivity
Datalogic
Jun 16th, 2020
Supplier News
Modular Print and Apply Labeling Solutions Meet Future Needs Now
May 15th, 2020
Supplier News
Datalogic: High performance scanners for affordable automation
Datalogic
May 12th, 2020
Supplier News
Discover Lee Container’s Packaging Solutions. Our Containers. Your Success.
Mar 6th, 2020
Machinery
Columbia/Okura introduces miniPAL? a collaborative palletizing solution
Columbia/Okura LLC
Mar 2nd, 2020
Materials & containers
Perfume Carton the Result of Sustainable Thinking
New Finnish luxury fragrance brand selects a lightweight, durable paperboard for its new line of products that mirrors its brand concept and values.
Anne Marie Mohan
Jun 19th, 2020
Sustainability
Proposed U.S. Legislation Puts Focus on Plastic Waste Reduction, Recycling
Key components include improving the global competitiveness of the U.S. plastics recycling industry, U.S. leadership in waste reduction and recycling research and in standards development, and an investment of $85M in 2021.
Anne Marie Mohan
Jun 17th, 2020
Package Design
Aunt Jemima to be Retired by PepsiCo, Mars and Conagra Follow Suit
The company is retiring the brand imagery and its logo, acknowledging a racial stereotype associated with its origin. The brand will be re-named.
Kim Overstreet
Jun 17th, 2020
Beverage
New Line Features Two Blow/fill Systems
To maximize the ability to change over from one neck diameter to another and to fill either aseptic, CSD, or still products, Bickford’s doubled down on blow/fill technology.
Jun 16th, 2020
Package Design
Limited-Edition J?germeister Bottle Created to #SAVETHENIGHT During COVID-19
A reinterpreted label for J?germeister celebrates nightlife, while also highlighting the company’s commitment to help those artists, creatives, bartenders, and club owners affected by the lockdown.
Anne Marie Mohan
Jun 16th, 2020
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CPC Releases a New Set of High Pressure Certified Guidelines
The newest guideline is Wet Salads, also known as deli salads. This addition is one in a continuing series of CPC initiatives to raise the awareness and use of HPP and be the voice within the industry.
Sean Riley
Jun 15th, 2020
Primary packaging
New PET Line for Coca-Cola Bottler Produces 26,000+ bottles/hr
Argentinian Coca-Cola bottler Reginald Lee works with same supplier for four bottling lines, the most recent of which handles hot-fill and carbonated drinks with efficiency and a high degree of automation.
Anne Marie Mohan
Jun 12th, 2020
Sustainability
Nespresso Coffee Capsule Made from 80% Recycled Content
Made of a thinner aluminum foil, each new, recycled-content Nespresso capsule is produced using 9.2% less aluminum material, making it 8% lighter as well.
Anne Marie Mohan
Jun 15th, 2020
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OEM COVID-19 #14 - Update on PACK EXPO International and Healthcare Packaging EXPO
PMMI's Laura Thompson shares the latest and greatest on planning for November's event, including variables like virtual and hybrid options.
Sean Riley
Jun 15th, 2020
Beverage
100% Recycled PET for Diageo’s Whiskey
Diageo North America has announced that its iconic bottles for Seagram’s 7 Crown blended American whiskey will be made from 100% recycled plastic (rPET), a move that is a first for the brand and for Diageo.
Pat Reynolds
Jun 14th, 2020
PMMI news
PMMI Takes to CBS Airways Seeking Govt. Clarity on PACK EXPO
Trade show industry coming together for status report on future McCormick Place conventions in the wake of COVID-19
Sean Riley
Jun 11th, 2020
PMMI news
PMMI Prevails In Lawsuit Fighting Fraudulent Use of PACK EXPO Logo and Phony List Sales
Court decision sends clear message to all unauthorized vendors
Sean Riley
Jun 10th, 2020
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OEM COVID-19 #13 - Adapting Industry Training During COVID-19
Typical industry training will be anything but typical as companies pivot to fit new safety guidelines.
Sean Riley
Jun 9th, 2020
Package Design
Sparkling-Water Fountain Symbol Represents ‘Freedom to Enjoy’
A redesign for Britvic’s infused sparkling water packaging makes existing iconography of a fountain of water the heart of the new design, along with a pastel color palette and fresh design cues.
Anne Marie Mohan
Jun 9th, 2020
Flexible packaging
Recyclable Mono-material Pouch Uses One-Way Valve to Keep Soft Pet Chews Fresh
Pet food maker Mera is the first to use pre-made, mono-material, recyclable plastic FlexiBags for its semi-moist dog treats.
Matt Reynolds
Jun 9th, 2020
Sustainability
20 New Sustainable Packaging Innovations
Packaging consultancy shares 20 new sustainable packages and technologies that reflect broader industry trends, including compostability/biodegradability, reusability, and recyclability, among others.
Anne Marie Mohan
Jun 8th, 2020
E-commerce
Flexo-Quality Print on Recycled Board Spruces up CBD Shipper
Spruce CBD uses a new print technology that prints fine lines and artwork on 100% recycled corrugated, without the time and cost associated with flexo printing, for its e-commerce shippers.
Anne Marie Mohan
Jun 5th, 2020
E-commerce
Opinion: As COVID-19 Precipitates Big Consumer Shift, Omnichannel Adapts
In the wake of COVID-19, expect a new landscape to emerge that reveals a shift in the balance between the channels that constitute 'omnichannel.' An as-of-yet unknown portion of the increased reliance on e-comm is likely to be permanent.
Matt Reynolds
Jun 4th, 2020
PMMI news
PACK EXPO Las Vegas and Healthcare Packaging EXPO Rakes in Industry Acclaim
Trade Show News Network and Trade Show Executive each place biennial event among top trade shows in 2019.
Sean Riley
Jun 3rd, 2020
Sustainability
Reusable Packaging State of the Industry 2020
With increased interest in sustainability, brands and their supply chain partners are taking a holistic view of greener processes, products, packages and distribution practices. Reusable transport packaging industry expects growth.
Reusable Packaging Association
Jun 3rd, 2020
Sustainability
Loop to Launch E-Comm Platform Nationwide
Loop products in returnable packaging are scheduled for launch nationwide this month, while retail partners in the U.S., France, and Japan plan to offer Loop in their stores later this year.
Anne Marie Mohan
Jun 3rd, 2020
E-commerce
Packaging Carries Heavy Loadfor E-Comm Brand Extension
E-commerce retailer Truman’s optimizes packaging to serve the sometimes competing purposes of securing product, making a good first impression, and staying sustainable.
Matt Reynolds
Jun 2nd, 2020
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