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5 Trend Predictions for Labeling

March 9, 2020

Emerging technology and evolving consumer demands mean labeling must evolve in the coming years. Here is NiceLabel’s take on how the industry will evolve this year and beyond.

Retailers OK with Change from UPC to 2D Barcode

March 6, 2020

A GS1 US research study revealed that 82% of retailers and 92% of brand owners support transitioning from the universal product code (U.P.C.) to a data-rich two-dimensional (2D) barcode. It is one way to meet changing consumer needs for more product information.

Charter NEX Commits to Increase Use of Products Made from PCR

February 18, 2020

Charter NEX Films, a leading independent producer of specialty films, has joined the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) and will participate in the APR’s Demand Champions program.

Nestlé Collaborates on Plant-Based Proteins

February 18, 2020

Nestlé has entered into a joint collaboration with Merit Functional Foods and its technology partner Burcon NutraScience to utilize their plant-based proteins. This will enable Nestlé to develop and commercialize the plant-based proteins for use in its food and beverage applications.

Machinery

Batch Versus Continuous and Aseptic Sterilization

Key information on what to expect from the time the sterilization system is ordered to full production.

Jeff Arthur

February 14, 2020

Understanding the typical pros and cons of batch versus continuous and aseptic sterilization of low-acid shelf-stable food and beverage products helps organizations make an informed purchasing decision.

OEE and Beyond: The Case for a Multi-Metric Approach

Overall equipment effectiveness is one tool in an overall suite of metrics that will allow a comprehensive view of a manufacturing operation.

Graham Immerman

February 14, 2020

Modern manufacturing environments produce an enormous amount of data. And as systems and platforms develop to monitor and manage this volume of information, many companies are left wondering what kind of software best suits their need for both measurement and analytics.

Brand Packaging: Cannabis

The Future of Cannabis Packaging

Evelio Mattos

February 14, 2020

To find out what’s in store for cannabis packaging by 2025, I delved into the subject with a group of packaging experts. Why 2025 you ask? It’s the year many brands such as Nestlé, Aldi and even Pepsi are targeting for their packaging to be 100% recyclable or reusable, so it’ll be a milestone year for packaging.

Ardagh Group Creates Global Sustainability Action Group

February 7, 2020

Ardagh has established a Global Sustainability Action Group to better coordinate its global sustainability work, to accelerate sustainability programs and to increase responsiveness.

Keeping Up with the Ecommerce Expansion

Tom Egan

February 7, 2020

As ecommerce platforms continue to grow, brands face the prospect of SKU proliferation and the challenges of ensuring products reach consumers in excellent condition.

Entries Open for 2020 Packaging Innovation Awards by Dow

February 5, 2020

Does your package have what it takes to earn a Packaging Innovation Award? Dow is pleased to announce that once again the search for the world’s most innovative packages is on. This is the third year Dow is the title sponsor and will be assembling an international panel of independent judges from a range of industries.