Thanks to application of the Internet of Things (IoT), 72% of manufacturers saw increases in productivity and 69% saw improved profitability in the past year, according to The MPI Internet of Things Study, sponsored by BDO.
Held in conjunction with the Plastics Recycling Conference, KW Plastics and Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics presented their respective technical challenges of the package before being selected for the 2017 APR Plastics Recycling Showcase by the Association of Plastics Recyclers (APR).
The most common strategy deployed by many water bottlers to meet sustainability initiatives has been to significantly lightweight their PET containers. However, a recent study found that oftentimes these bottles might meet consumer expectations for convenience and price, but may not minimize the carbon footprint.
Food processing and packaging equipment supplier tna adds confectionery solutions specialist to its growing family of brands, further expanding its confectionery portfolio.
Campbell Soup Company, Church & Dwight, Henkel, Nestlé Waters North America, RB, Unilever and Ocean Spray join How2Recycle label program; announcement made at sustainability event hosted by Walmart, which has encouraged brands to join the program.
The retailer's five new sustainable packaging goals reflect guest expectations, business priorities, industry challenges and areas the retailer can drive the most change.
Staubli Automotive Technology Day (open house) will be held at Suburban Showplace in Novi MI, April 20th. The event showcases the latest in robotics, vision, motion control and related technologies.
ADF&PCD New York (Aerosol & Dispensing Forum, and Packaging of Perfume, Cosmetics & Design), is accepting entries from brands and suppliers for its Innovation Awards. Winners will be announced at the trade show on September 6-7, 2017, at The Altman Building and Metropolitan Pavilion in Manhattan, New York.
ProAmpac announces that is has acquired Trinity Packaging Corporation (Trinity), a leading flexible packaging company specializing in large format packaging for the lawn and garden, food and specialty industrial markets.