The FBP Blog

The shape of things to come

Tue, 15 Sep 2015 01:48:00 -0400

Dramatic changes in demographics, lifestyles and eating patterns are creating new opportunities for food and beverage packaging.

Personalization and more trends in packaging

Tue, 02 Jun 2015 02:05:00 -0400

With the ever-changing landscape that is product packaging, the ability to keep up with packaging trends could have a major effect on your company’s market share. In recent years, brands haven’t been able rely on traditional advertising and “the way we’ve always done it” to stay relevant in their markets.

Wrapping up the food industry

Mon, 20 Apr 2015 02:00:00 -0400

Making sure that food products are properly wrapped is easily one of the most important parts of the produce industry and it’s not hard to see why.

Package design trends for 2015

Mon, 13 Apr 2015 02:00:00 -0400

With each new year, fresh trends and ideas emerge, while old ways begin to fade. This pattern holds true for the world of packaging, where we see retro styles being reinvented and stale applications being replaced by new, creative innovations.

Ball Mason jars celebrate 100 years

cuneoe@bnpmedia.com (Liz Cuneo) — Mon, 30 Mar 2015 11:39:00 -0400

We all have fond memories of the Ball glass Mason jars. They have soared in popularity with consumers for multiple uses including using them as drink glasses, jarring homemade sauces and jellies and using them as flower vases and other Pinterest ideas.

Ludlow’s Jelly Shots pack fun for St. Patrick’s Day

Tue, 17 Mar 2015 12:00:00 -0400

Building on the fun of Jell-O shots, Ludlow’s has created a new packaged jelly shot using all-natural ingredients and high quality spirits.

Using labels for brand messaging and awareness

Thu, 05 Feb 2015 02:00:00 -0500

Communication with customers is an important part of marketing and branding. In many cases, brands are not sure how to go about properly getting the message out to a large audience. With the internet, there are quite a few different outlets to get your message out, but this does not help with offline customers.

Submit your package for “Packages of the year”

Tue, 03 Feb 2015 13:00:00 -0500

This April, Food & Beverage Packaging will recognize pioneers in food and beverage packaging.

Americans still want sustainable packaging

cuneoe@bnpmedia.com (Liz Cuneo) — Tue, 20 Jan 2015 02:02:00 -0500

The ‘green’ movement definitely had its 15-minutes of fame, which probably spanned a few years. Is it just me or does it seem like the buzz is dying down?

How can your business use Christmas to boost sales?

Thu, 18 Dec 2014 14:00:00 -0500

Christmas is one of the busiest times of year for many businesses, with major retailors pulling out all the stops to increase their sales.

Holiday Confectionery Packaging Contains Worldly Chocolate Treat

cuneoe@bnpmedia.com (Liz Cuneo) — Wed, 10 Dec 2014 11:00:00 -0500

I stumbled across the Chocolate Passport at my local Trader Joe’s near my house in Royal Oak, MI. I think I literally stopped dead in my tracks over how unique (and ok, adorable) the packaging is.

2014 Year in Review:

Tue, 02 Dec 2014 01:00:00 -0500

In 2014, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration documented over 253 food recalls in Q1 & 2 alone, so with the end of the year fast approaching, it's important that we take a step back and review what lessons we've learned in the food and beverage industry, as well as take a look ahead at what 2015 holds.

PACK EXPO International packs flexible solutions

Mon, 24 Nov 2014 10:00:00 -0500

This year at PACK EXPO International, many companies looked for ways to bring innovation to the flexible packaging market.

At PACK EXPO 2014, interactive packaging hits home

cuneoe@bnpmedia.com (Liz Cuneo) — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 11:45:00 -0500

Well another successful PACK EXPO is behind us. It was a great show this year expanding over all of McCormick Place and what seemed like a large part of Chicago.

Mocktails shake up the party drink market, just in time for the holidays

Wed, 22 Oct 2014 11:02:00 -0400

For those who don’t drink alcohol, being the partygoer carrying a bottle of water among those enjoying colorful drinks in exotic glasses can draw unwanted attention and adversely affect their enjoyment of the moment.

We all scream for private label

cuneoe@bnpmedia.com (Liz Cuneo) — Thu, 09 Oct 2014 11:00:00 -0400

Grocery shopping is a necessary activity for most people and the process in which people are going about it has changed dramatically over the years. Fads have emerged from clipping coupons to online shopping and even monthly food delivery subscriptions. One thing shoppers all seem to agree on is grocery shopping with the intent of saving money and buying quality food for less.

Graze ships a new snack food packaging craze

Thu, 21 Aug 2014 12:00:00 -0400

Anyone who has stood in a grocery checkout line during the store’s busiest hours has thought to themselves, there has to be a better way.

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas (packaging)

Thu, 24 Jul 2014 12:00:00 -0400

It's that time of year again. The hustle and bustle of the holiday season is upon us and not a single aspect of life is left undecorated. Every year homeowners decorate their houses, malls deck the halls and food and beverage packagers release a plethora of gift sets featuring unique packaging, intriguing combinations and special edition branded items to bring holiday cheer to the grocery aisles.

Three advantages of purchasing film or paper banding consumables from a qualified domestic supplier

mbichay@pacificpkg.com (Magdi Bichay) — Wed, 16 Jul 2014 08:00:00 -0400

Many food and beverage production managers look to improve production and cut material costs by using banding material.

The ins and outs of gluten-free packaging

Mon, 27 Jan 2014 09:52:00 -0500

Celiac disease and gluten allergies are life-altering conditions that affect roughly 3 million Americans, disturbing their well being and forcing them to drastically change their diet.

The Whole Package (Part 3)

Mon, 30 Dec 2013 11:00:00 -0500

So your PDP (principal display panel) worked overtime in getting your potential customer to pick up the product. What needs to happen now in order to get them to buy?

The sphere is here: pre-packaged ice to debut

cuneoe@bnpmedia.com (Liz Cuneo) — Wed, 30 Oct 2013 09:29:00 -0400

In an arena where square was once held in high regards, the sphere is here shaking up the ice segment and delivering some cool effects to the spirits market.

Scale design considerations for food applications

Thu, 05 Sep 2013 14:00:00 -0400

The two biggest factors in the success or failure of any given product in the food and beverage industry are product quality and quantity. To satisfy these requirements, manufacturers must obtain precise measurements of packaged food and beverage goods and accurately record this data. Additionally, each package should be prepared in a sanitary environment to prevent contamination and preserve product integrity.

The Whole Package (Part 2)

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 11:00:00 -0400

You’ve got their attention. Your package stood out from the rest in their eye. Now that you’ve got their attention, how do you engage them to pick up the product? Let’s take a look at what happens next in the sale process and how you can optimize your package to maximize the sale. This is the second in our series on creating packaging that increases sales.

Choosing the right coding for cardboard

Sat, 08 Jun 2013 11:00:00 -0400

Cardboard packaging is continuing to grow in popularity because of its excellent environmental credentials and ability to emphasize brand values.

The Whole Package (Part 1)

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 04:00:00 -0400

How hard does your packaging have to work? When your customer is walking down the aisle, you only have two seconds to wow ’em. Not only are you fighting to grab their attention, you’re competing with all the other products on the shelf. Does your package have what it takes to stop the customer in their tracks? This series will look at all the techniques you can use to make the sale.

Modernization in Packaging: How a change can do you good

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0500

MMR’s associate director of packaging and design, Stergios Bititsios, explains why brand owners shouldn’t fear the modernization of packaging as long as consumer perceptions are considered.

Watch this tea package disappear before your eyes

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 11:00:00 -0500

Designer, Aaron Mickelson has created disappearing packaging. The Disappearing Package project features several innovative packaging ideas that eliminate or greatly reduce the amount of packaging in various products.

Package optimization in the face of government legislation

Fri, 01 Feb 2013 12:31:00 -0500

Regulations not only influence copy, but packaging design elements as well.

Tea package blends music and art

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 11:00:00 -0500

Imagine an evening filled with art and new music alongside a cup of fine, imported, loose-leaf green tea. It sounds like an evening at an art gallery or a posh party, but the musicians behind the new project, Tea for Tyrants, want to package this pleasant combination for you to enjoy any time.