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PACK EXPO Show Preview

Get Ready for the Show: Pack Expo International 2018

Tips to master the Pack Expo International floor.

September 11, 2018

PACK EXPO International and the co-located Healthcare Packaging EXPO take place October 14–17 in Chicago. The show will bring together more than 2,500 exhibitors and 50,000 packaging industry professionals covering 1.2 million net square feet of exhibit space.

Metallized film for coffee, nuts, dried fruits and powdered drink packaging

Materials Technology: Films

Metallized Films for Foil Replacement

Considerations in redesigning a foil-based packaging structure with a MET film.

Tammy Williamson

June 12, 2018

Given the U.S. Department of Commerce’s recent decision to impose tariffs on aluminum foil imported from China, Toray Plastics anticipates that end users will want to substitute foil with metallized films at an even greater rate.

Packaging Materials Affects Perceived Value of E-Commerce Shipments

Packaging Materials Affect Perceived Value of E-Commerce Shipments

June 11, 2018

A new study conducted by Pregis and the University of Wisconsin (UW) in Madison shows that the value perception of e-commerce shipments is significantly impacted by the materials chosen to protect them. Even a small increase in packaging material expenditures—as little as 19 cents—can make a dramatic impact (as much as 45 percent) on the perceived value.

Flexible Packaging Association's Sustainable Packaging Report Now Out

June 5, 2018

FPA's new report on sustainable packaging, "A Holistic View of the Role of Flexible Packaging in a Sustainable World," is now available. The report focuses on the industry segment that adds significant value to flexible materials, usually by performing multiple processes such as printing, laminating multiple layers and adding coatings. It focuses on the U.S. perspective, though global data is utilized to provide a broader picture.

Packaging Materials Market to Hit $1.3 Trillion by 2024

May 31, 2018

According to a new research report by Global Market Insights Inc., the packaging materials market size is expanding at over 3 percent CAGR and will cross USD $1.3 trillion by 2024. Developments in the Asia Pacific food & beverage sector will be a major reason behind the market growth.

Why You Can't Ignore Shrink Packaging

David Roberge

May 17, 2018

The advantages of shrink packaging for consumer goods are plentiful, and utilizing shrink to package your products in 2018 should be a serious consideration for brands looking to improve shelf appeal and reduce costs. Following are some of the reasons that shrink shouldn't be ignored.

Karlville to Host Facility Tour Before Global Pouch Forum

May 17, 2018

Karlville, a global leader in in converting machinery and shrink sleeve applicators, will host a facility tour at its Miami Technology Center on June 13 as a prelude to the annual Packaging Strategies Global Pouch Forum.

Bring Your Packaging Challenge to the IDDBA

May 3, 2018

IDDBA 18 attendees have a chance to meet with a materials scientist and marketing specialist from Milliken & Co. to brainstorm solutions to their packaging challenges.

Tekni-Plex Acquires Dunn Industries

April 27, 2018

Tekni-Plex, Inc. has acquired Dunn Industries, Inc., manufacturer of specialty extrusion tubing for medical device applications. Its product line is a complements the microextrusion tubing manufactured by Tekni-Plex’s Natvar business unit.

Flexible Packaging Association Offering New Market Tracker Tool

April 23, 2018

The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) is now offering a Flexible Packaging Market Tracker tool on the FPA website. The tool features 20 key flexible packaging country markets and highlights market dynamics, trends and opportunities to expand business internationally.