Articles by Bobby Douglas

Traditional dairy packaging methods, which need refrigeration and have a short shelf life, are increasingly being replaced by aseptic and Extended Shelf Life (ESL) technologies. Experts from Bericap and Waldner North America discuss how these innovations are transforming dairy packaging worldwide.

Cartons are vital in pharmaceuticals and food. At PACK EXPO 2024, Bradman Lake unveiled a High-Speed End Load Cartoner, and R.A Jones will supply McIlhenny Company with four Legacy CS-600 cartoners for TABASCO®. IWK Packaging introduced the CH 4 for delicate pharmaceuticals, highlighting efficiency in cartoning.

This was the first time in my career that I was able to attend PACK EXPO, and it was truly an experience unlike any other. Being able to see firsthand the various packaging solutions and innovations on display provided insights that cannot be captured on computer screen.

For the convenience and ease of use blister packaging provides consumers, the creation of such packaging isn’t as simple. From developing appropriate machinery to sourcing the right materials, blister packaging brings a variety of challenges that suppliers are constantly trying to mitigate.

The discussion of labels and labeling tends to revolve around materials. But another part of the equation, and perhaps just as important, is the labeling machinery. Learn how companies like Primera Technology, Videojet and Xeikon are making game-changing advances in this area.

Labelexpo Americas 2024 in Rosemont, Illinois, was a key event for the label and package printing industry, featuring over 450 exhibitors. It offered live demonstrations and showcased the latest advancements in machinery and materials, underscoring its significance as a premier platform for industry innovation and networking since 1989.

In the packaging industry, sustainability is becoming increasingly important. Companies like Huhtamaki, Mondi, traceless, and Paramelt are introducing sustainable films and coatings to meet the demand for environmentally friendly packaging. Learn more about these developments here.

In the vast meat and seafood sector, packaging practices and innovations require continuous attention. Strict hygiene and quality standards impact all aspects of the packaging process. Recent developments in the industry have focused on ease-of-use, versatility, and sustainability.

With adhesives being top of mind for many in the packaging industry, individual innovations in this area have also come to the forefront. Learn about some of these advancements.

Packaging is a critical concern for manufacturers and brands aiming to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and safety. The dairy sector faces unique challenges in both primary and secondary packaging, particularly in maintaining product freshness.