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Randy Hofbauer

Randy Hofbauer is the previous Associate Editor.

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2009 PLANTS OF THE YEAR: Engineers produce unique candy carton

Randy Hofbauer
February 2, 2009
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With packaging custom-designed to be as unique as its products, Brown & Haley knows how to make a sweet treat stand out on shelf.
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2009 PLANTS OF THE YEAR: 'DAIRY'-ing to be different

Randy Hofbauer
February 1, 2009
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From on-site blow molding to multipack innovations, HP Hood’s Winchester facility knows how to bottle up and go.
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Good-for-you juice sells better in good-for-us-all packaging

Randy Hofbauer
February 1, 2009
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Being healthy on the inside shows on the outside, as packaging showcases the nutritious benefits of juice.
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UNCONTAINED: Recession proofing: Share the wealth by touting health!

Randy Hofbauer
January 13, 2009
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When I walk down the aisle, not only do I look for packaging to tell me I’m getting a good deal, but that I’ll feel good after consuming the product.
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UNCONTAINED: Plastic loses class: It's the glass, glass, glass!

Randy Hofbauer
January 7, 2009
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I don’t find it surprising that consumers are causing an uproar in response to POM’s transition from a glass container to a polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottle.
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Closure suppliers put on their thinking caps

Randy Hofbauer
January 1, 2009
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How responding to consumer demands for lighter, stronger and eye-catching closures is the best bet for food and beverage companies during uncertain times.
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PACKAGE OF THE YEAR AWARDS: Designs innovate both outside and in

Randy Hofbauer
November 1, 2008
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Consumer concerns over freshness and sustainability inspire companies to stand up and lead.
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Cartoners get smart and simple

Randy Hofbauer
November 1, 2008
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Suppliers are increasing the intelligence of cartoning systems to better handle lighter weight or recycled-content cartons while also easing rapid changeover.

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FOOD PACKAGER OF THE YEAR: Portion packs cater to on-the-go consumers

Randy Hofbauer
October 1, 2008
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When it comes to keeping an entire fleet of innovative packages in formation, General Mills runs a tight ship.
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Break me off a piece of that high-end market!

Randy Hofbauer
October 1, 2008
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Middle-end chocolate manufacturers are moving into the luxury chocolate niche. How is packaging being designed to reflect brand quality?
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