StePac L.A. Ltd.’s innovative modified atmosphere/modified humidity packaging technology is integrating sustainability into the long-haul transport of fresh broccoli and other vegetables traditionally shipped in ice. 

Packaging is a constantly shifting environment. However, unlike the rest of production, packaging processes have been slow to uptake new technologies. Thankfully, with the rise of developments in technology, like sensors, human-machine interfaces and motion control, flexibility of the packaging line is better than ever.

The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) commissioned PTIS, LLC to provide a holistic view on the sustainability benefits that flexible packaging offers. The resulting report, “A Holistic View of the Role of Flexible Packaging in a Sustainable World,” achieved this goal.

The packaging industry’s ever-evolving landscape — from newer technologies to changing supply chain needs — means that we, as suppliers, must keep up to speed with the trends to meet customer´s demands.

Designed to power innovation across the industry, PMMI’s PACK EXPO Las Vegas and co-located Healthcare Packaging EXPO, Sept. 23-25, will cover 900,000 net sq. ft. of exhibit space, with 2,000 exhibitors and 30,000 attendees from nearly every market.

Three experts from around the industry weigh in on the latest trends, technologies and practices that brands can leverage to effectively tackle multiplying stock keeping units (SKUs) and bolster efficiency, sustainability, security and brand experience through customization and personalization.

Toray Plastics (America) Inc., has been named by the Providence Business News a 2019 Healthiest Employers of Rhode Island winner in the award category of those with 2,000 to 4,900 employees. 

Coconut Bliss, the plant-based ice cream company out of Eugene, Oregon wanted a change. As part of the company’s recent rebrand, Coconut Bliss opted to create eco-friendly pint packaging, the first of its kind.

The Better with Less – Design Challenge, organized by Metsä Board, asks designers to create more environmentally friendly packaging solutions for e-commerce, cosmetics and food.

Molson Coors just launched an ambitious new plastics and packaging strategy focused on increasing recyclability and reducing its use of virgin plastics by 2025.