Paperboard/Corrugated/Cartons Topic

Round Corrugated Box Market Expected to Expand

January 26, 2021

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A new report from Fact.MR expects demand to significantly grow through 2026.

Market Trends

Beauty and the Mask

Mask makeup looks are trending, with eyes taking center stage.

Kristen Kazarian

January 8, 2021

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Masks are changing the way Americans use makeup, with an interest in bold eye makeup prompting a rise in sales of products like eye shadow. So ditch the lipstick and focus on the eyes.

Machinery

Automating Coding Changeovers to Drive Efficiency and Reduce Scrap and Rework

Here are three progressive steps that use standardized data to help you avoid coding errors.

Bob Neagle

January 8, 2021

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Coding on packaging is a process most manufacturers aim to accomplish seamlessly but with minimal effort and attention. When trying to move product out the door, you want to avoid using coding equipment that can cause restraints, whether it’s slowing down a line changeover or having to adjust incorrect, missing or unreadable codes.

Cardbox Packaging Receives Carton Austria Award for Confectionery Packaging

January 8, 2021

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The jury award was given to the Manner Mini Mix gift box which was made by Cardbox Packaging Wolfsberg and also by Metsä Board as the cardboard manufacturer. The construction was designed at Cardbox Packaging Pinkafeld.

Brand Packaging: Custom Kits

Why Customizable E-commerce Kits Make the Ultimate Unboxing Brand Experience

Corey S. Gustafson

January 7, 2021

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Today’s customers are constantly bombarded with ads and brand messaging. When it comes to high-end products like cosmetics, liquor or consumer electronics, premium packaging is not just nice to have — it’s an expectation.

Spotlight

Top Packaging Innovations of 2020

Despite being a particularly tough year, there have been many packaging firsts from 2020. Here are the top 10.

Kristen Kazarian

January 6, 2021

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When it comes to packaging, design options are endless with various material choices, substrates and graphics. Sustainability is a top concern of consumers and packagers alike, as is new designs, when warranted, for ecommerce shipping. Some of the products on-shelf last year in new packaging caught our eyes.

Metsä Board Partners on Corrugated Waste Receptacle Designed for Hygienic Disposal of Face Masks

January 4, 2021

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Metsä Board partnered with packaging design agency, Futupack, and corrugated board converter, Capertum, to manufacture a corrugated mask bin for the disposal of face masks. The design focuses on the materials, usability and disposability of the bin.

Pringles Highlights Stackability Amid Bright Colors for New Packaging Design

December 30, 2020

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For the first time in 20 years, Pringles has updated its unmistakable can with a fresh, new look that features bold hues and a clean design, highlighting the snack's flavors and stackable shape.

Mondi Debuts Paper-Based Diaper Packaging for Drylock

December 28, 2020

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Mondi has launched a paper EcoWicketBag for Drylock Technologies’ baby diaper ranges, bringing sustainable paper-based packaging to the hygiene market globally.

U.S. Clamshell Packaging Market Expected to Grow at 3.2% CAGR to 2028

December 16, 2020

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In the recent report, “Global Clamshell Packaging Market: Industry Analysis 2013-2017 and Opportunity Assessment 2018–2028,” Future Market Insights (FMI) reveals that the global clamshell packaging market is likely to expand at a CAGR of 4.3% over the forecast period.