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Modular Belt Conveyor Ideal for Unstable Products

March 6, 2018

ABCO Automation Inc. announces Stingray, a low-profile modular belt conveyor that employs micropitch plastic belts. Stingray is powerful yet gentle, providing reliable product transfer, smooth transitions and product accumulation, making it ideal for delicate, small footprint or unstable products that may be damaged by a conventional conveyor.

Texas Brewer Creates Packaging to Celebrate Texas Independence Day

March 5, 2018

Lone Star Brewing Co. has introduced Lone Star “Come and Take It” Independence Day cans in Texas. The commemorative packing celebrates Texas Independence Day, March 2, with a special salute to the courage of a rebellious group of Texas settlers who fought a detachment of Mexican army soldiers near Gonzales on October 2, 1835, during the Texas Revolution.

Hand-Crafted Meats Hit Shelves with New Packaging Design

March 2, 2018

Man Cave Craft Eats is known for hand-crafting a range of products created in small batches, including Jalapeño & Queso Fresco Turkey Patties; Beer, Bacon & Cheddar Bratwurst; Chicken & Waffles Breakfast Sausage and more. The new design shows bright colors, sharp images and a hint of the brand's story.

Roundtable: Special Advertising Section

March 2018 Roundtable on Printing Equipment

March 1, 2018

We sat down and discussed printing equipment with Brian Cook- MacDermid Graphics Solutions; Todd Blumsack- Bobst North America Inc.; Roy Oomen- HP Indigo; Klaus Kleemann- W&H North America, Windmoeller & Hoelscher Corp.; Raúl El-Fakdi- Comexi, and Mario Mucciacciaro- Uteco.

Labeling: Labels & Labeling Accessories

New Products, Innovations in Labeling

March 1, 2018

From stick packs to new label printers, here’s a roundup of some of the latest formats and technologies to hit the narrow web market.

Seafood Packaging Trays Extend Product Shelf Life

March 1, 2018

Maxwell Chase will debut SeaWell Seafood Trays, an active packaging solution that extends the shelf life of seafood, at Seafood Expo North America in Boston, March 11-13. Maxwell Chase will be located at Booth #1487.

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Packaging Outlook 2018: Consumer Trends Affect Packaging

This report is an excerpt from the 2018 Packaging Outlook Report, featured in Packaging Strategies NEWS.

Matthew Lindsay

March 1, 2018

Consumer preferences are changing and e-commerce is growing, lowering the barrier to entry for new players. As a result, CPGs are striving to maintain market share and drive sales.

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Packaging Outlook 2018: Glass Packaging Overview

This report is an excerpt from the 2018 Packaging Outlook Report, featured in Packaging Strategies NEWS.

Lynn Bragg

March 1, 2018

The glass container industry’s key indicators in North America generally remained stable in 2017, with opportunities for growth in 2018 in the premium and craft spirits and wine segments, food, and non-alcoholic beverages.

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Packaging Outlook 2018: Metal Cans Packaging Overview

This report is an excerpt from the 2018 Packaging Outlook Report, featured in Packaging Strategies NEWS.

Sherrie Rosenblatt

March 1, 2018

The manufacturers of steel cans are quietly reaching a new milestone in response to consumer preference for new can linings.

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Packaging Outlook 2018: Paperboard Packaging Overview

This report is an excerpt from the 2018 Packaging Outlook Report, featured in Packaging Strategies NEWS.

Greg Kishbaugh

March 1, 2018

One of the cornerstones of the folding carton industry, and a reason for its continued stability, is the fact that most paper-based packaging is used for consumer staples.