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PAC Machinery Releases New Recyclable Polyolefin Shrink Film

January 16, 2026

Available from PAC Machinery Bags and Materials, ReviveWrap is stocked for quick shipment from PAC’s Milwaukee, Wisconsin, facility to support fast-moving production environments.

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A look at Global Pouch West

John Kalkowski

November 9, 2017

Global Pouch West returns to the heart of West Coast packaging activity in the fourth year of this growing conference focused on flexible packaging in the Western states.

Market Trends: Retail Packages & Display

How package size and shelf space can affect price sensitivity

Kirk Hendrickson

April 12, 2017

Price sensitivity and how it is affected by package design, size and shelf layout can be precisely measured using eye-tracking technology. The key data lies in measuring ”fixations” – how long one’s eyes focus on a given area of a package, sign, shelf, etc.

Market Trends: Produce Packaging

Packaging innovations produce better eating

Rebecca Eve Schweitzer

December 10, 2014

“Eat your fruits and vegetables,” says every mother everywhere. In fact, that resounding admonition has been echoed by parents, teachers, nutritionists, doctors and even governments for decades.

Machinery Technology: Palletizing

Streamlining palletizing operations

Software upgrades, increased reliability and gentler handling prove palletizing success.

Liz Cuneo

July 9, 2013

Today’s palletizing equipment must meet several customer requirements, including intuitive operation, high productivity and flexibility.

PMMI Corner: Trends on tap

Doing more with less: From retail ready to robotics

Kate Achelpohl

May 31, 2013

From innovative packaging formats to advances in automation, the latest packaging and processing technology is on display and in-action at PACK EXPO every year.

Materials Technology: Club Store Packaging

An all-access pass to club store packaging

As the warehouse club channel grows, companies look for ways to execute thoughtful packaging design.

Leah Genuario

March 15, 2013

In an executive survey of 132 consumer packaging goods’ manufacturers and retailers, 88.6% expect their company’s sales in the warehouse club channel to increase in the next three years, according to a January 2013 report from market research company Deloitte LLP.

New biodegradable barrier reduces carbon footprint of ready meal retail

March 11, 2013

A biodegradable barrier tray which has been developed by KCC Packaging will enable retailers to move away from carbon-hungry CPET and aluminum throughout ready meal retail, according to its developer, Chartered Environmentalist Kevin Clarke.