Packaging producer opened new plant in Poland
MMP Neupack has opened its second plant producing carton packagings in Bydgoszcz, Poland.
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New packagings will protect flowers
Scientists will design the ecological packaging for flowers in the framework of SmartFlowerPack project.
Avery Dennison awarded for helping in PET recycling
Company from Pasadena was awarded by SPE for new technology to facilitate recycling.
Printpack launched High Resolution Gravure
Printpack announced the launch of its new HRG (High Resolution Gravure) printing technology, developed in partnership with Keatings Gravure.
New shape of Vitasnella
P.E.T. Engineering restyled the mineral water containers of renowned Italian brand.
Cellulose-based materials instead of plastics in food packaging
European Adcellpack consortium is aiming to create an alternative to the use of oil-based packaging materials in food packaging.
Tetra Pak unveils packaging developments
Tetra Pak announced significant developments to its packaging solutions portfolio.
McDonald's Launches New Global Packaging Designs
McDonald's is unveiling new packaging designs on all carry-out bags and fountain beverage cups with QR codes.
A new packaging Solution for the Ice Cream market
A new innovation, the TE-cap is a combination of a lightweight paper pot and a deep-freeze grade polypropylene lid.
MAUSER Launches New Multilayer Plastic Tight Head Drum for Healthcare Applications
MAUSER Group, a worldwide leading company in industrial packaging, is presenting a new plastic tight head drum, specifically designed to meet packaging needs in the healthcare industry and similar highly regulated branches with special requirements on packaging material conformity and cleanliness. The new MAUSER L-Ring Drum H-Care is the first industrial plastic packaging derived from the close cooperation between MAUSER and petrochemical company SABIC on the development of a new HDPE material for large blow-moulded packaging solutions in the healthcare market.
Arkema presents its coating solutions to extend returnable bottle lifetime
Arkema, a global leader in returnable glass container coating technology, communicates with the beer filling industry on its know-how in the field of returnable glass bottle protection.
Walki demonstrates its 4E RFID technology
Walki introduces the award-winning Walki 4E technology. This involves a dry process of laser patterning paper and aluminium laminate and drastically reduces the total cost of passive radio frequency identification (RFID) tagging.
Packaging solutions for the fast-growing Asian pharma industry
Gerresheimer presents new solutions for the fast-growing pharmaceutical industry in Asia. The comprehensive range of products extends from simple pharmaceutical vials to complex drug delivery systems.
Innovative film technologies for flexible packaging
Exxonmobil Chemical introduces innovative film technologies for flexible packaging.
interpack 2014 now ready for registrations
As of now, companies can register for interpack 2014. The world's leading trade fair for the packaging sector is taking place at the Düsseldorf exhibition grounds from 8 to 14 May 2014.
A lot of values thanks to Millad NX 8000 clarifier
Millad NX 8000 clarifier adds energy-saving and clarity edge to next-generation Tatren packaging.
Advanced technology virtually eliminates finish distortion
Bericap’s exclusive DoubleSeal 38mm cap technology is now commercially available in the North American market.
P.E.T. Engineering presents new sustainable packaging services and solutions
The only company that offers a line of services exclusively dedicated to creating completely sustainable packaging, able to combine design, engineering, innovation and made in Italy on display at Brau Beviale 2012 (November 13-15).
High-quality post-exercise recovery drink in a unique sporty 500-milliliter bottle
Greiner Packaging International packs new Xcel Milk that provides athletes with an innovative post-exercise recovery drink.
Governor of Illinois vetoes “plastic bag” bill
Governor of Illinois Pat Quinn vetoed a bill which would have removed the right of home rule communities to implement innovative solutions to the plastic bag litter problem.
BASF’s biodegradable plastic ecovio FS Paper performance during the ADAC Masters Weekend motorsport event
BASF’s biodegradable plastic ecovio FS Paper takes center stage in a pilot project involving disposable and biodegradable tableware during the ADAC Masters Weekend motorsport event being held from August 24 to 26 at the race track Lausitzring.
New star in the BorPure family
Borealis, a leading provider of chemical and innovative plastics solutions, launches new polypropylene (PP) grade BorPure RF490MO, offering packaging converters a saving in cycle time of up to 10% and an energy reduction of up to 5% in the creation of lightweight hinge closures with superior optics.
Amcor Flexibles and ICONIQ Drinks are creating with a new trend in the flexible packaging
“Rip, Sip & Enjoy” is the experience Amcor Flexibles and ICONIQ Drinks are creating with a new trend in the flexible packaging of still water and offering a unique and refreshing drinking experience for UK runners.
FAKEER without compromises
Fakeer is the bottle which shows how bold shapes and feasibility can coexist without compromises.
Vapur encourages members to eliminate plastic bottle waste
When Vapur introduced its innovative “Anti-Bottles” in 2009, not only was the company looking to make waves with its bold, trendy and versatile design, but Vapur also wanted to change the way consumers, well, consumed. Right out the gate, Vapur planted its roots deeply in environmental causes, and is expanding these efforts through an enhanced partnership with Recyclebank
Sustainability combined with exceptional optical clarity and strength makes OCTAL’s DPET sheet best choice for produce packaging
Compared to traditional plants, OCTAL’s DPET sheet uses 67% less grid electricity per kg of sheet, a fact that has been verified by independent, third party sources such as Intertek Expert Services, an internationally recognized, independent testing service. That translates to a carbon footprint 25% below that of traditionally produced APET films according to the Intertek study.
BorPure RJ766MO makes Bra Plast AB’s thin wall food packaging a success
With the introduction of its BorPure RJ766MO grade in December 2011, Borealis, a leading provider of chemical and innovative plastics solutions, has provided another answer to the ever increasing requirements of the thin wall food packaging market.
Clariant launches new solutions
Clariant shows personal care brand companies options for more sustainable packaging.
IHS Annual World Symposium on Performance Films tackled key business and technology issues
Plastics film processors, converters and users gathered in Düsseldorf on June 20–21, 2012 to listen to experts from materials and technology suppliers, as well as key customers, discuss the latest business and technology trends in the sector.
Breakthrough ISBM bottles
Incoplas launches breakthrough ISBM bottles, based on Total’s innovative HDPE technology.
First Europe-wide life-cycle assessment for UHT milk packaging
IFEU analysis compares environmental impacts of HDPE, PET and carton packs for UHT milk: carton packs have a significantly better environmental profile − particularly with respect to CO2 emission, use of fossil resources and consumption of primary energy.
New technology for environmentally responsible packaging made from mushroom roots
Sealed Air Corporation and Ecovative Design LLC completed an agreement to accelerate the production, sales and distribution of Ecovative’s EcoCradle Mushroom Packaging, a new technology for environmentally responsible packaging materials made from agricultural byproducts and mycelium, or “mushroom roots”.
PET chosen by ASDA for sustainability and convenience benefits
ASDA is launching its Chosen by You salad dressings in a new 250ml PET bottle, designed and produced by APPE, which offers significant consumer convenience and sustainability benefits.
Functional self-adhesive labels for the food and beverage market
In food and beverage retailing, a self-adhesive label can create a multi-functional solution that will both simplify accurate workflow and product throughput and provide an invaluable additional level of product authentication.
Filling hot dessert sauces in step with Austrian quality
Carinthian dessert sauce specialist Liotta relies on the packaging competence of Greiner Packaging International for the long term.
Amcor opens new facility
Amcor Rigid Plastics, one of the world’s leading producers of rigid plastic packaging, held a grand opening today for its new on-site bottle manufacturing operation at PepsiCo’s Gatorade production facility in Mountain Top, Pa.