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In 2013, the industry used 39% less wax than in 2002, when wax usage was first measured.

The new show brings PACK EXPO to the North East in the region’s only event for processing and packaging technologies across industries.

World demand for protective packaging is projected to increase 6.1% annually to nearly $27 billion in 2018.

The 24th annual National Post-Consumer Plastics Bottle Recycling Report marks the twenty-fourth consecutive year that Americans have increased the pounds of plastic bottles returned for recycling.

With the national recycling rate slightly above 34%, Americans have the opportunity to capture more material for recycling by recycling correctly. Among the common barriers to recycling more, however, is confusion about what can be recycled.

Winners were announced at the 2014 Packaging Hall of Fame Reception & Induction Ceremony.

PepsiCo named first 3-star partner of Institute for Veteran and Military Families at Syracuse University for $2 million commitment to the Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans with Disabilities program

This year, eleven consumer product goods companies were recognized for their achievements in creating innovative glass packages with shelf impact.

The Package of the Year Award is presented by ADS to increase the awareness of packaging in general and to celebrate the accomplishments of the packaging industry for dressing, sauce and condiment-related packages.

Though multiple factors contribute to earnings, how successfully companies marketed their brands to capitalize on industry trends will play a key role in their financial performance.