An EU project has developed biodegradable composite packaging reinforced with hemp and flax fibres for poultry and meat. Supported by funding under the EU Framework 7 Research and Development Framework Programme, the
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HB Fuller has launched two adhesives to help customers get food products packaged and shipped faster. SFA8605 Solvent Free Laminating Adhesive is suitable for snack applications including stand up pouches for
An EU project is aiming to use active packaging to improve barrier properties and intelligent packaging to give consumers more product quality information. One part of the project is to create
Avery Dennison has formalized a company-wide policy to promote responsible paper sourcing and procurement. Developed with support from the Rainforest Alliance, Avery Dennison’s policy commits the company and its businesses to:
Self-adhesive label specialist Herma recycled some 185 tonnes of surplus release liner from its material production process through a Europe-wide recycling initiative in 2012, helping it offset the carbon emissions from its 74-strong
UPM Raflatac has signed a cooperation agreement with the French subsidiary of Aliplast for release liner recovery. Aliplast is an Italian company specializing in the collection and treatment of recovered plastic
UK-based CS Labels is to continue its investment in digital printing technology into the 2013-14 financial year, after spending more than £1.5 million in the last 12 months. The company
Louis O. Werneke, the founder of Werneke Ink, passed away on March 31, 2013. Born in 1926, he was nicknamed “Inky Lou” and began the design of the first water-based
An innovative colour changing label which tells consumers how fresh their food is could hit supermarket shelves in the UK next year, says developer UWI Label. The company is hoping the
Dunkin’ Donuts, America’s all-day, everyday stop for coffee and baked goods, is putting hot tea in the spotlight this spring. Dunkin’ Donuts has unveiled a new look for its packaged
Zebra Technologies Corporation has announced the release of the GT800 printer, the newest addition to Zebra’s broad line of desktop printers. The GT800 is built for fast, reliable and efficient
Eagle Packaging Machinery has made some notable changes to its BOXXER Case Erector Loader Sealer System, having recently taken on a project that required case packing different shaped jugs. The
Heineken this week unveiled its first ever interactive beer bottle at the Milan Design Fair, as it seeks to inspire ‘new memorable brand experiences’ via design, technology and innovation. The ‘Ignite’
Migration levels of nanosilver into PVC packaging are below conventional migrant limits but the effects of nanoscale particles remains unclear, according to a study. The objective was to evaluate the migration
Meet Tetra Gemina® Aseptic! A family of high performing carton packages for aseptic beverages. Now available in three shapes and four sizes – all produced on the same machine. The
Leo Luxe, global packaging design, printing and manufacturing supplier showcased its new luxury packaging concepts at Packaging Innovations 2013 (NEC, Birmingham, 27-28 February 2013, Stand C39). Under the theme, ‘Put
Obeikan MDF combine more than 75 years of experience in wooden packaging with innovation and technology to offer high quality packaging unique to the market. Obeikan MDF produce and distribute
Culinaré Exquisite Foods has linked up with NXL Design to create a range of branded sandwich packaging designs for its vast product range. “Many sandwich consumers want to be able
Packaging adhesive products used within the chilled and frozen ready meals sector require high quality and reliability to maintain packaging integrity under demanding conditions. Optimise H9I produced by KMS Adhesives;
National Flexible have worked with the Wise Owl Snack Company to provide film for their new range of bagged snacks – Hoots In need of a high quality finish to
Redpack were chosen by Vince Cable Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills as the venue for the launch of the “Growing Business Fund”, a £3m scheme designed to
Mondelez has filed a patent for chocolate bar packaging featuring multiple holographic images that change depending on the angle you look at the product. The patent, filed by Kraft Foods,
Award winning IPS (Intelligent Packaging Solutions) has recently launched its new “Desto” cup, an innovative frozen ready meal packaging format.
Sleever International awarded at ART of PACKAGING in labeling category :main competition in Poland First paticipation fo Sleever International wiht
For many consumer goods and beverage companies, labels allowing customers to effectively interact with their brand, are considered the Holy
Geeta’s Foods has linked up with design agency Sphere Communications to unveil a new look to its range of premium
Gin brand Beefeater has unveiled its new limited edition bottle called #MyLondon The design has been developed using 1,000 images
Design agency Carter Wong has worked with Unilever to rebrand its ice cream product Cornetto The iconic brand has been
Beam Global owned Irish whiskey brand Kilbeggan, has re-launched with a refreshed brand identity and new packaging designed by Bulletproof
Processing equipment supplier Multivac is launching a vacuum chamber machine for packaging long food products, such as cylindrical sausages and
Captain Birds Eye is the signature icon for the fish fingers, but there may be a new Captain in town.
Fast food restaurant KFC has allegedly pledged a better bucket. After pressure from Greenpeace devotees from around the world, KFC’s
Fuel For Adventure Ltd., a British firm that helps fuel Olympians, adventurers and sports stars from across the world, has
Supported by funding under the EU Framework 7 Research and Development Framework Programme, the Traysrenew project began in 2010 with the end aim
Mondelez has reported growth through innovation in the atypical French market that favors premium and dark chocolate more than most
Procap, a European company in the plastic caps and closures industry, has acquired Schoeller Cap Systems located in Germany. Procap
According to the latest glass recycling industry data published by the European Container Glass Federation (FEVE), the average glass recycling
Introduction There comes a time when the ends of a conveyor belt must be joined. Whether a first time installation, replacement
Introduction The fast pace of most processing industries means it is becoming more and more automated, to both ensure output
Pioneering glass manufacturer Beatson Clark has come up with an innovative new spice jar which can be used with two
The land area used to grow crops for bioplastic is “nowhere near” being in competition to food and feed, according
EU packaging firms are concerned the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) is not consulting the industry enough in its discussions
Tingz are new sugar-free sweets made from natural, sustainably sourced ingredients from the award-winning company Peppersmith. In fact, they actually
When it comes to food and beverage packaging, consumers are most likely to pay more for value-added features that relate
Beginning on April 1, 2013, in select areas, McDonald’s is unwrapping a fresh new flavor experience—Premium McWrap. The new meal-size
API Foils in Livingston is preparing for a significant investment in new equipment to boost the plant’s output However, the
Morgana Systems, a maker of equipment for digital finishing, has confirmed that it will be exhibiting at North Print &
Corrugated giant Smurfit Kappa has invested in a new in-line laminator for its Massa Lombarda plant in Italy The firm
Packaging distribution specialist Macfarlane Group is relocating its Dublin-based labels production site to a larger site in Newtownmountkennedy, in County
Consumer fears about Bisphenol A (BPA) may compound the negative impacts on metal packaging in the next 10 years according to
Self-adhesive label maker Label Apeel has teamed up with packaging specialist Sherwood Press Group in a bid to offer clients,
CRP Print and Packaging has announced that it has designed and produced the packaging for a marketing initiative for Cadbury
The project: Vitasnella water brand was acquired by Ferrarelle in 2012 and entered the market with a packaging that, although
Signode says its new SBM Series is a “new generation” of European-built strapping machines offering customers: “Higher productivity, simple operation
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