2023 April

Packaging Strategies

Check out the April 2023 issue of Packaging Strategies, featuring our cover story on sustainability in the pet food packaging industry, as well as a preview of the upcoming Converters Expo, and much more.

Pet Food Packaging’s Multi-Pronged Approach to Sustainability

Recyclability, compostability and the use of post-consumer recycled content are all tools in the arsenal for companies striving for more sustainable pet food packaging

Brad Addington

April 10, 2023

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Renee Schouten, Craig Stobie and John Meiling

Materials

Ink Technologies Growing Increasingly Sophisticated

Companies are seeking innovation and versatility to meet a broad range of goals and demands, from adhering to track-and-trace regulations to sourcing sustainable inks that meet stringent food and pharmaceutical packaging requirements.

Brad Addington

April 6, 2023

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Until recently, most pharmaceutical manufacturers would buy blister foils pre-printed with product names, dosage information, and branding and use a basic in-line printing or embossing system to add a batch code and expiry date to the blister in human-readable text.

Excitement Builds as Converters Expo 2023 Approaches

Converters Expo once again promises to be one of the year’s biggest industry events

Bobby Douglas

April 5, 2023

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Entering its 16th year, Converters Expo is once again bringing converters of paper, film, plastics, and nonwovens together with industry buyers, specialists and suppliers in what is sure to be one of the biggest industry events of the year.

Brand Packaging

Silver Hills Sprouted Bakery Undergoes Brand Redesign

The reimagined packaging made its debut last month at Natural Products Expo and was inspired by the brand’s longtime mission to promote healthy living through healthy choices.

Bobby Douglas

April 4, 2023

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Silver Hills Sprouted Bakery, a leading producer of wholesome, plant-based bakery products made with sprouted whole grains, has announced a complete brand refresh that includes a full packaging redesign and an enhanced product portfolio, including the introduction of a new Omega-3 ALA rich load, Omegamazing, hitting the market later this year.

Editor’s Note

Innovation, Rising Global Demand Keep Packaging Industry Optimistic

Just as baseball fans are excited about this year’s pioneering schedule, the packaging machinery industry has a lot to look forward to in 2023

Brad Addington

April 3, 2023

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Just as baseball fans can look forward to World Series rematches, German trade group VDMA says the packaging machinery industry has a lot to look forward to in 2023.

Supreme Beef Jerky Introduces New Packaging

February 10, 2023

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Changes include reducing the bag size from 4 ounces to 2.5 ounces, making price and consumption more convenient for consumers.

New Packages

Soccer Legend Lionel Messi Rolls onto Limited-Edition Lay’s Packaging

April 3, 2023

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Four-time UEFA Champions League winner, seven-time Ballon d'Or award winner, and FIFA World Cup 2022 Champion takes the brand’s “No Lay’s, No Game” platform to the next level. The soccer great is starring in a new commercial titled “Messi Visits” and appearing on limited-edition Lay’s chips packaging to commemorate the “No Lay’s, No Game” movement celebrating the UEFA Champions League.

New Packages

Katjes USA Launches Sheroes Gummies in U.S. Market

April 3, 2023

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In honor of women across the country who are heroes in their own right, Katjes USA Inc. is launching its new plant-based gummy candy, Sheroes, in the U.S. market.

Genio Della Partners with Pearlfisher to Unveil Frozen Pizza Packaging

February 23, 2023

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The packaging features a bold visual identity that showcases the brand’s attention to detail when it comes to crafting quality frozen pizzas, while also paying homage to Genio Della’s brand identity and history as well.

Global Pouch Forum logo For 25 years Global Pouch Forum remains the event to get the most up-to-date information from experts and network with leaders and innovators who develop, supply, buy or recommend flexible materials including pouches, films and machinery.

During this session, Alison Keane will present our “State of the Industry” address covering industry growth data for flexible packaging, trends driving use of flexible packaging, and other key variables impacting flexible packaging usage. After Alison delivers her address, a panel of FPA companies will discuss key points facing the industry.

Packaging Strategies

2023 April

Cover Story

Pet Food Packaging’s Multi-Pronged Approach to Sustainability

Feature Articles

Ink Technologies Growing Increasingly Sophisticated

Excitement Builds as Converters Expo 2023 Approaches

Silver Hills Sprouted Bakery Undergoes Brand Redesign

Columns

Innovation, Rising Global Demand Keep Packaging Industry Optimistic

New Packages

Supreme Beef Jerky Introduces New Packaging

Soccer Legend Lionel Messi Rolls onto Limited-Edition Lay’s Packaging

Katjes USA Launches Sheroes Gummies in U.S. Market

Genio Della Partners with Pearlfisher to Unveil Frozen Pizza Packaging

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