Cartoning Topic | Packaging Strategies

PMI KYOTO Develops New End-of-Line Packaging System for Bar Products

April 13, 2021

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The complete EOL system is designed to eliminate bottlenecks and increase bar packaging efficiency.

The Beverage Carton Industry Outlines Sustainable Packaging Commitments

March 29, 2021

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The ten year roadmap aims for beverage cartons made from renewable and/or recycled material.

ProMach Acquires Serpa Packaging

February 3, 2021

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The deal expands ProMach’s secondary packaging solutions for pharmaceutical applications and further enhances its turnkey line integration capabilities.

5 Topics to Discuss with Your Packaging Line Integrator

Eric Collier

January 13, 2021

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For many of today’s top CPGs, packaging line integrations have become routine investments; necessary for meeting changing market demands and improving the overall efficiency of production lines. The relative success of a packaging line integration can be determined by answering “yes” to three questions

Brand Packaging: Custom Kits

Why Customizable E-commerce Kits Make the Ultimate Unboxing Brand Experience

Corey S. Gustafson

January 7, 2021

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Today’s customers are constantly bombarded with ads and brand messaging. When it comes to high-end products like cosmetics, liquor or consumer electronics, premium packaging is not just nice to have — it’s an expectation.

Packaging Methodologies for a Record-Breaking Holiday Season and Beyond

Choosing the best material for your holiday packaging can make the unboxing experience one to remember.

Matt Reddington

December 14, 2020

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It’s no secret that 2020 has been a year like no other. As the coronavirus pandemic swept across the globe, Americans had to adjust to a new reality: wearing masks, social distancing and staying home as much as possible.

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Plant-Based Food Deserves a Plant-Based Package

Rachel Kenyon

December 7, 2020

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The plant-based food trend has been building for a few years. In 2020, its appeal broadened to a larger audience, reflecting consumers’ amplified health concerns. Recognizing this movement, grocers and CPGs are introducing programs to capitalize on the market potential. Those efforts will expand as consumers continue looking for ways to incorporate more plant-based foods in their diets.

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Sanitary Equipment Design for the Times

Two companies offer tips on what to look for in sanitary equipment and how it can help to reduce product recall and improve productivity.

Kristen Kazarian

November 2, 2020

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Sanitary equipment is used in food, pharmaceutical, meat and dairy packaging applications religiously. In times like these — during a pandemic or other situations that threaten food safety — it is of utmost important to know what you need.

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German Chocolate Factory Gets Turned Upside Down

A TLM system from Schubert saves Ritter Sport storage space and cardboard packaging.

Kristen Kazarian

November 2, 2020

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Colorful variety is what the most famous chocolate bar in the 100g format from Ritter Sport stands for. Its dimensions are just as varied as the many different types of chocolate offered.

PACK EXPO Connects Preview Week Is Happening Now

October 30, 2020

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The Preview Week event, Nov. 2-6, will kick-off with a webinar, Helpful Hints for Navigating PACK EXPO Connects, on Nov. 2, at 10 a.m. CT. It will provide tips and tricks for using the platform and offer Q&A with attendees to help them make the most out of their PACK EXPO Connects experience.