Packaging Top Stories - Articles - Page 215

ProScan Max III Metal Detector Offers Enhanced Detection Levels

October 11, 2018

Advanced Detection Systems has launched the ProScan Max III metal detection technology and encourages food processors to use the company's free product testing service.

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Emerging Technologies in Packaging Automation for Pharmaceuticals

Ensuring pharmaceutical safety goes beyond the supply chain.

Sean Riley

October 10, 2018

More pharmaceutical manufacturers are investing in automation strategies to improve their operations and services. Nearly 50 percent of pharmaceutical and medical device companies have line automation integration underway and will be tracking overall equipment effectiveness(OEE).

Barilla One-Ingredient Legume Pastas Launch

October 10, 2018

Made with just chickpeas or red lentils, Barilla created a pasta with a unique taste and al dente texture, along with the nutrition benefits of legumes.

Machinery Technology: Cartoning

Improving Cartoning Changeover Capabilities

Advancements in technology offer packaging machine flexibility.

October 10, 2018

As production facilities continue to be challenged by smaller batch runs, higher OEE requirements and skilled labor shortages, there is a desire for simpler, more flexible equipment. One way to achieve more flexibility is by addressing the time, tools and parts needed to implement changeovers.

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The Main Event: PACK EXPO International

Filling every corner of Chicago’s McCormick Place, PACK EXPO International plans to be bigger, better and cooler.

Kristen Kazarian

October 9, 2018

The world market for packaging machinery value is expected to reach $42.2 billion by 2021, according to PMMI’s “Global Trends Impacting the Market for Packaging Machinery 2018” report.

Multi-Component End-of-Line Packaging Machine Debuts

October 9, 2018

A new dimension to end-of-line packaging machinery will soon begin with the SOMIC-FLEXX III by Somic America Inc.

Cover Story: E-Commerce Packaging

Breaking Down the Walls for E-commerce Packaging

To survive the online marketplace, e-commerce packaging must differ from its brick-and-mortar counterpart.

Kristen Kazarian

October 8, 2018

In today’s connected world, consumers desire availability and speed with their purchases. Whether it’s food and drinks or clothing and cosmetics, we want everything fast. The rise of e-commerce packaging has soared to new heights, and a new set of parameters for packaging has come with it.

Technology: Inks & Pigments

Polyurethane Ink Resins: Technology for the Future of Flexible Packaging

Suhas Chavannavar

October 8, 2018

While the benefits of flexible packaging compared to other formats are well documented, one often overlooked area is the resins that go into the inks. Not only do they make the graphics and packaging more attractive, they also provide functional benefits.

Rebrand Connects Family Hop Farms to Brewers

Hops Rebrand Represents Past, Present & Future

October 7, 2018

Yakima Chief Hops, based in Yakima, Wash., he 100 percent grower-owned largest international provider of hops, worked with Retail Voodoo on a full-scale rebrand.

Peanut Butter & Jelly Minis in Convenient Three-Pack

October 5, 2018

The makers of SKIPPY peanut butter have debuted SKIPPY P.B.& Jelly Minis, a portable, shareable baked snack made with real peanut butter and grape or strawberry jelly.