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Tom Egan, vice president, industry services, PMMI

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Easing Product Safety Concerns in Today’s Climate

How brands can leverage packaging to uphold consumer expectations amid the COVID-19 crisis
Tom egan
Tom Egan
October 13, 2020
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Amid this uncertainty, consumers are practicing new approaches to various aspects of their lives, including how they conduct visits with loved ones or how they clock in for work. In particular, COVID-19 has prompted a major shift in how people shop.
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Keeping Up with the Ecommerce Expansion

Keeping Up with the Ecommerce Expansion

Tom egan
Tom Egan
February 7, 2020
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As ecommerce platforms continue to grow, brands face the prospect of SKU proliferation and the challenges of ensuring products reach consumers in excellent condition. 


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PMMI, Tom Egan
PMMI Column

Sustainable Packaging Update

Innovations in plastic and new materials help make packaging greener.
Tom egan
Tom Egan
April 11, 2019
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Growing desire to reduce the depletion of natural resources, non-renewable energy sources and rainforests is pushing manufacturers toward more environmentally friendly packaging solutions.


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The Internet of Things the newest packaging trend
The Internet of Things technology

How the Internet of Things is improving manufacturing

Tom egan
Tom Egan
November 1, 2016
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As Investment in IoT rises, PMMI’s Tom Egan offers a closer look at the trend.


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PMMI, Tom Egan
PMMI Corner

Today’s packaging must meet many demands but nutrition, freshness and convenience are top priorities

Tom egan
Tom Egan
March 11, 2016
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The latest Global Packaging Trends Report from PMMI identified increasing awareness of health and wellness as one of the key trends driving development and innovation in packaging.


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PMMI, Tom Egan
PMMI Corner

Global Beverage Packaging Trends

Health consciousness, sustainability concerns and a growing middle class impact the industry.
Tom egan
Tom Egan
December 10, 2015
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The beverage packaging industry is showing strong growth around the globe and is estimated to reach $131.1 billion by 2019, a five year CAGR of 4.4%1.


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PMMI, Tom Egan
PMMI Corner

Flexible packaging flexes its muscles

Tom egan
Tom Egan
July 15, 2015
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The global flexible packaging market is expected to grow by an average annual rate of 4.4%, reaching $99.10 billion by 2019, making it one of the fastest growing segments in the packaging industry.


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PMMI Corner

Trends seen on the show floor

New solutions at PACK EXPO International illustrate relentless dedication to packaging innovation.
Tom egan
Tom Egan
December 10, 2014
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The food and beverage packaging industry is undergoing constant change. New developments in automation, and a continuing focus on flexibility, continue to support the advancement of manufacturing operations in the areas of efficiency, sustainability and food safety.


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PMMI Corner

X-Ray vision

In a climate with increasing concerns regarding food quality, leading manufacturers use the latest in X-ray inspection technology to protect products, consumers and ultimately, their brands.
Tom egan
Tom Egan
August 2, 2013
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The meat industry pioneered the use of X-ray technology in food production, using it to identify and remove bone fragments and to analyze fat content.
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PMMI Corner: Beyond the packaging surface:

Tom egan
Tom Egan
November 7, 2012
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What really makes a ‘green’ package.
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