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Stretch wrapping equipment has a multi-purpose function of protecting the cased product, keeping the load stable, forming a tight seal and cutting off the wrap – all at high speed.

A Q&A with Michael Kuebler, technical director at Smithers Pira.

AstraPouch® introduces the first-ever flexible-packaging growler, Perfect for coffee shops, wine bars and tasting rooms, the 1.5L To Go Pouch features sturdy construction, recyclable materials and a high quality tap dispenser.

 

While PET bottles represent the largest volume share of pack types in North America, pouches will see the greatest forecast CAGR of 5.7%, adding nearly 2 billion units sold through 2020, according to the 2017 Global Packaging Trends Report.

A new designed outer box and shimmery bottle was designed for prestigious cognac maker Hennessy X.O., and created by luxury packaging design agency Appartement 103.

PDC International Corporation introduces the 90CX-ER Shrinksealer for the fast, continuous application of tamper evident seals and shrink sleeve neck labels in OTC pharma, spirits, food and beverage. 

Graco Advanced Fluid Dispense (AFD), a world leader in fluid handling products and systems, announces the new InvisiPac® Feed System, an ideal solution for overcoming problems associated with overall adhesive feed reliability and reducing the stickiness and glue clumping that can result in downtime and reduced production. 

Under the motto “Apple taste as it used to be,” the premium brand of fruit and vegetables SanLucar presents its Opal® apple in an attractive and new retro packaging.

Ciao Bella, maker of premium gelato and sorbetto, announced a packaging overhaul aiming to evolve the brand to be more on trend, competitive and "approachable."  

Supply Chain Wizard introduces user friendly yet powerful OEE Tracker, an analytics-based tool to improve the overall equipment efficiency of pharmaceutical packaging and manufacturing lines in a cost-effective, expedited fashion.