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Cover Feature: Global Pouch Forum Preview

A look at the upcoming Global Pouch Forum in Miami, FL

From sustainability to packaging innovation, the 2018 Global Pouch Forum will look at trends, issues and developments shaping flexible packaging’s future.

John Kalkowski

May 7, 2018

Given the love that Americans have for their pets, it should come as no surprise that this affection is a major driver in the growth of pouch packaging. The relationship will be clarified for attendees of the upcoming Global Pouch Forum, to be held June 13-15 in Miami, Florida.

Barilla Partners with TerraCycle on Recycling Program

May 7, 2018

Italian food company Barilla is partnering with TerraCycle to provide a free, easy way to recycle its Ready Pasta packaging. The Ready Pasta Recycling Program offers consumers a method of recycling the instant pasta pouches.

Uflex Releases Transparent Flexi-Tubes

May 4, 2018

Uflex has released OPTIKA Transparent Flexi-Tubes, a new multi-layered flexible laminate that offer 360-degree printing, utilization of the entire tube (from shoulder to crimp) for branding, high-definition graphics, metallic effects, registered lamination, superior surface finish and EB coatings for high-gloss finishes, among others.

NPE Releases Dates for 2021, 2024, 2027 Shows

May 4, 2018

The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) has announced future dates for its NPE trade show, which is held once every three years in Orlando, Florida.

Fox Packaging Launches Display-Ready Packaging Resource for Retailers, Produce Suppliers

May 4, 2018

Fox Packaging has launched the Display-Ready Packaging eBook, a downloadable resource that will allow produce brands and retailers to gain knowledge on reaching Millennial shoppers, trends in flexible packaging and the results that display-ready packaging can generate.

Hot Products

Avery Dennison Launches New Portfolio of High Barrier Laminations

May 4, 2018

Avery Dennison’s ChemControl Portfolio addresses a clear market need: protecting hard-to-hold contents, an application that has been challenging for narrow web converters.

FPA Update

May 2018: FPA Welcomes New Members

May 4, 2018

FPA welcomes new members: Converting Solutions Magazine — Trade Press, Flexible Pack — Converter/Associate Member, PPC Flexible Packaging — Converter, SABIC — Associate, and Südpack Oak Creek Corporation — Converter/Associate.

Maxcess to Debut Precision Rolls Group at NPE 2018

May 3, 2018

Maxcess will debut its new Precision Rolls Group, comprised of Webex, Valley Roller, Menges Roller and Componex, under the company umbrella to the plastics industry at NPE 2018 from May 7-11 in Orlando, Florida.