ALLIEDFLEX has released its newest machine for filling liquids, the FLX MonoSpout Pouch Filling and Capping machine for filling and capping popular pre-made spouted standup pouches.
Mark Andy has acquired Brandtjen & Kluge, Inc., a manufacturer of reliable, high-quality print finishing equipment for foil stamping, die cutting, folding and gluing, and UV coating.
Pregis LLC has entered into a definitive agreement to purchase Free-Flow Packaging International, Inc. (FP International). The acquisition is expected to be finalized in the coming weeks, subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory review.
MacDermid Graphics Solutions, a division of MacDermid Performance Solutions, has appointed David Carroll, Ken Dvorak and Scott Ill as account managers for North America.
BillerudKorsnäs is encouraging action against ocean litter in a series of U.S. events, in theme with this year's World Oceans Day earlier this month. The Swedish company has a mission to challenge conventional packaging and bring more sustainable practices to the industry.
Environmentally conscious consumers are looking for packaging that uses fewer resources and less energy than other forms of packaging. Flexible packaging minimizes transport costs between the converter, packager/filler, retailer and end user.
Many well-known brands and start-ups are introducing snack products. The accelerating pace of product introductions is creating opportunities in multiple packaging segments, ranging from flexible pouches to single-serve cups.