Dairy Food Packaging - Articles - Page 25

Powering the Food Chain

The challenges of poor power quality in the food industry

October 10, 2018

From powering microwaves to keeping fridge-freezers running, electricity plays an integral role in the food chain. Yet even before products reach the hands of consumers, a constant supply of reliable power is required to ensure that food is produced safely and properly.

Contract Packaging Association Releases State of Industry Report

October 8, 2018

The Contract Packaging Association (CPA) announces the latest release of its landmark State of the Industry report, which expands on 2017 research, forecasts further into the industry’s future and provides insights for anyone involved in contract packaging.

Leading-Edge Rigid Plastic Designs Address Trends

October 4, 2018

Milliken & Company will feature its expansive portfolio of plastic packaging solutions at PACK EXPO. The materials meet consumer demand for packaging that conveys clarity and quality, contributes to a healthier planet and enables innovative designs.

Rohrer Acquires Transparent Container

October 3, 2018

The acquisition provides Rohrer with additional thermoforming capacity, expanded product range and the largest combination run program for printed and thermoformed visual packaging products in the world.

European Union Eyes Disposable Plastics Ban

October 1, 2018

The European Union (EU) aims to levy measures to reduce plastic waste, including a new packaging law that regulates product responsibility for packaging much more stringently, aims to promote the consideration of environmental impact already during design and make it tangible in the price.

VFFS Machine for Sachet Packaging Can Pack Multiple Products in One

September 28, 2018

INV Pack, exclusively distributed in North America by Matrix Packaging Machinery, introduces the MVA3 compact vertical form fill seal (VFFS) sachet packaging machine for mono doses of cosmetics, food and other products. A pharmaceutical model is also available.

Major Brands Make Pledge to Cut Food Waste

September 27, 2018

Nestlé, Unilever, Kraft Heinz and Premier Foods are just some of the food companies that have signed a U.K. initiative to cut food waste by 50 percent.

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Materials Technology: Aseptic Packaging

Finding the Sweet Spot in Aseptic Packaging

What product innovation and differentiation really mean to producers now and in the future.

September 18, 2018

In developed and maturing markets, food and beverage manufacturers are struggling with slowing growth and are therefore, seeking new growth opportunities. The challenge is establishing the right consumer space to identify the right customers and create the right kind of products.

Machinery Technology: Coding/Marking

Pushing Past the Marking & Coding Pain Points

From primary and secondary package marking to pallet labeling, the same three challenges are widely reported.

Todd Cork

September 12, 2018

Though marking, coding and labeling applications vary significantly from customer to customer and package to package, the main pain points are often shared. Fortunately, emerging technology and next-generation service support have made it possible to sidestep these issues.

PMMI Announces Finalists for Technology Excellence Awards

September 10, 2018

Twenty-one Technology Excellence Awards finalists in seven categories will be highlighted during PACK EXPO International and Healthcare Packaging EXPO 2018 with show attendees serving as the ultimate final judge.