With regulatory measures related to drug prices and rebates supported by both sides of Congress, manufacturers should be prepared for new challenges. Read more
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Latest news
- Cool sustainable packaging for e-commerce frozen treat
- Ex-Puma Biotech exec gets prison term
- PMMI awards nearly $90,000 in scholarships to students
- PMMI Awards Nearly $90,000 in Scholarships to Students
- Hotspot – Infrared temperature sensor now with IO-Link and setting aid
- New Vaccine Takes Aim at All Mosquito-Borne Diseases
- Mark Andy Open House draws record crowds at Presstek facility
Food Industry
Cool sustainable packaging for e-commerce frozen treat
New Dream Pops superfood frozen treats are packed in recyclable cold chain packaging with compostable insulation for their journey to consumers’ doors... Read more
Smurfit Kappa wins Grupo Nutresa top supplier awards
Smurfit Kappa has won two Grupo Nutresa awards in Colombia, including the most prestigious prize. This story continues at Smurfit Kappa wins Grupo Nut... Read more
Sustainable Foods Summit to include packaging waste focus
Hosted in Singapore on 4-5th September, the second Asia-Pacific edition of the Sustainable Foods Summit will feature sustainable packaging, ingredient... Read more
Novamont toasts Queen Elizabeth II birthday with biodegradable plastics
Novamont is supplying the British embassy in Rome with disposable glasses and tableware for the birthday party in honour of Queen Elizabeth II as well... Read more
Overseas growth among reasons for turnover/profit rise at Sirane
Sirane’s recently reported profit rise and turnover increase is down to overseas growth, adaptability and a recent acquisition says marketing manager.... Read more
Packaging
Tesco sets out closed loop aspirations
Talking to suppliers at an Institute of Grocery Distribution (IGD) event, a Tesco representative spoke about the retailer’s plans for a closed loop sy... Read more
Package Printing 2017-12-11 14:53:21
While digital printing is creating quite a buzz throughout the packaging industry with its customizability, short-run prowess and lack of plates, it i... Read more
Bertelsmann’s 44-Sided Polygon Highlights Structural Design Services
In this video, we highlight a marketing piece from New York City-based Bertelsmann Printing Group. The 44-sided polygon (technically a tetracontakaite... Read more
How to Find, Train and Retain High Value Employees
This white paper will take a look at the hiring challenge that today’s industry faces, as well as the changing attitudes about work and compensa... Read more
Converters Share Their Digital Experiences At the Digital Packaging Summit
At the recent Digital Packaging Summit, representatives of three prominent converters spoke candidly about their experiences with digital printing tec... Read more
Converting
Mark Andy Announces Acquisition of Brandtjen & Kluge
Mark Andy has acquired Brandtjen & Kluge, a manufacturer of reliable, high-quality print finishing equipment for foil stamping, diecutting, foldi... Read more
Converting and Industrial Printing Collide at ICE USA in Orlando
Having now completed four editions in the United States, ICE USA has established itself as a premier industry event for the converting industry. But w... Read more
Maxcess to Debut Fife D-MAX Enhanced Triple Drive Web Guide Controller at ICE USA
Maxcess will introduce the Fife D-MAX Enhanced Triple Drive Web Guide Controller at ICE USA. It is the first controller to control up to three guides... Read more
Bobst to Highlight Printing and Converting Innovation at Interpack
The innovations BOBST will be highlighting at Interpack 2017 include web-fed and sheet-fed printing, converting, substrate production, quality assuran... Read more
Nilpeter Announces Updates to PANORAMA Digital Printing Line
Major enhancements have been announced for Nilpeter's PANORAMA digital printing product line. Enhancements include a redesign of its converting and fl... Read more
Converting Takes Center Stage at ICE USA
With its fourth U.S. edition scheduled for April 25-27 in Orlando, Fla., ICE USA, the International Converting Exhibition, will bring the converting c... Read more
Troubleshooting Part 2: Coating/Laminating
By Tom Kerchiss, RK Print Coat Instruments Ltd Co-operation and shared goal setting has become increasingly prevalent in label and package printing an... Read more
Flint Group sponsors UK Packaging Awards
Flint Group is sponsoring the UK Packaging Awards for the third time. Waqas Qureshi Read more
Standardisation of Ink Transfer for Converting Corrugated Paper Board
by David Parr, Pamarco Global Graphics, Europe The recent release by FEFCO of a new Standard for Converting equipment further emphasises the co... Read more
Sharpen Your Skills at ICE USA 2015
ICE USA 2015 is shaping up to be an excellent event at several levels. You’ll be able to see the latest technologies from many of the world... Read more
Manufacturing
InfinityQS : Management systems could offset sugar tax
As Ireland considers a sugary drinks tax, drinks companies should stem losses with quality management systems, says InfinityQS. Tony Corbin Read more
Hot Melt Adhesive ‘trials coater’ by Universal helps companies reach perfection before production
Universal Converting Equipment have supplied a new CL350 hot melt adhesive coater / laminator to sister company, Universal Adhesive Systems. This inve... Read more
Positive Business and Growth Projected for the Flexible Packaging Industry
Flexible Packaging Magazine has just put to bed its January/February issue, which contains some very positive industry surveys and research. The... Read more
PFFC subscribers respond to CalPoly Research on Innovative Packaging Technologies
In a market research study conducted by California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly), PFFC subscribers answered questions related to converting... Read more
Expanding Your Business in Latin America
Is Latin America the market that will boost your sales and profits? Will you find “El Dorado” by bringing your company to Latin Amer... Read more
Stimulating Challenges of Improving Processes
Welcome to everyone who is registered, or is considering registering, for ICE USA 2015. There are tremendous opportunities available at this conferenc... Read more
Basic Causes for web Coating Defects
Since the web coating process can generate a wide variety of defects, which will adversely affect product quality and profitability, it is essential t... Read more
High performance X6 Slitting Machine installed at Lean Flexibles
Lean Flexibles are a fast growing supplier and contract slitter of flexible packaging materials based at Hinckley, UK. Lean offer short lead time supp... Read more
Menges Roller installs new kit to meet packaging demand
Menges Roller has purchased a machine that will extend its roller manufacturing capacity in order to meet growing demand Read more
ITW Muller Pallet Wrapper Now in New Size
With a new 40-in. carriage, the GW-4100 robotic pallet wrapper offers more speed, throughput, and battery life Read more
Plastics
Emma Bridgewater designs reusable bag made from recycled plastic
Reusable bag manufacturer Jutexpo, Waitrose and designer Emma Bridgewater have created a reusable bag made entirely of recycled plastic bottles. This... Read more
Tesco sets out closed loop aspirations
Talking to suppliers at an Institute of Grocery Distribution (IGD) event, a Tesco representative spoke about the retailer’s plans for a closed loop sy... Read more
Stora Enso launches ‘renewable replacement for plastics’
Stora Enso is launching its wood-based biocomposites, DuraSense by Stora Enso. This story continues at Stora Enso launches ‘renewable replacement for... Read more
Kp FCP has 100,000 rPET milestone in sight
Klöckner Pentaplast Food & Consumer Products (kp FCP) division said it has a 100,000-tonnes rPET milestone in sight this year. This story continu... Read more
Sainsbury’s introduces touch-free meat packs
Sainsbury's has announced its introduction of touch-free packaging, apparently for “squeamish millennials” who are afraid to touch raw meat. This stor... Read more
Paper
Saica launches 100% recycled white paper range
Saica has started the production of Infinite; a new collection of high quality white papers which are 100% recycled. This story continues at Saica lau... Read more
Smurfit Kappa launches carton for primary packaging for food
Smurfit Kappa has launched its MB12 carton is now available for primary food packaging, which helps eliminate mineral oil migration. This story contin... Read more
International Paper rules out fresh bid for Smurfit Kappa despite 6 June deadline
Deadlock continues as International Paper (IP) has said it will not make a hostile bid for Smurfit Kappa, after an Irish regulatory panel gave a 6 Jun... Read more
On-the-go food and convenience shopping creating packaging opportunities
A majority of consumers are forcing brands to cater to their on the go lifestyles, particularly with food-to-go packaging. This story continues at On-... Read more
Smurfit Kappa contribution to society recognised in Columbia
Smurfit Kappa has been named among the most important companies in Colombia for its contribution to society and development of the country. This story... Read more
Package Design for Sam’s Choice Private Brand Wins Awards
Anthem Worldwide and Walmart Honored in The Vertex Awards 2018 Competition Toronto, Ont. – Anthem, a global creative agency that activ... Read more
Happypunt Delivers Fast Fashion by Implementing Gerber’s PLM and 3D Digital Solutions
Tolland, Conn. – Fast fashion can be slowed down by the physical sampling process. Additionally, the costs of samples are a continued concern in... Read more
Solimar Systems to Sponsor 2018 BCC Software User Conference
Delivering Value to Mutual Clients by Combining Partner Relationship with Integrated Technologies San Diego, Calif. – Solimar Systems, Inc.... Read more
RENOLIT Leading the Way in Next Generation Digital Printing Films
La Porte, Ind. – American RENOLIT Corp (ARC), a leading manufacturer of high-quality plastic films in the USA, is reaffirming its position as a... Read more
RPI to Host Idealliance G7® Certification Training at its Seattle Corporate Headquarters August 14-16
Registration is now open for the in-depth digital printtraining session led by Don Hutcheson. Alexandria, Va. – Idealliance, a global thoug... Read more
Nonwovens
ICE USA Stands Alone as Favorite Trade Show
My favorite trade show of all is just a few weeks away and you should be making plans, registering and getting your travel arrangements to attend ICE... Read more
IMDA Announces New Website
Site is said to offer easy navigation and a functional member directory Read more
Nazdar Ink Is for Wide-Format Digital Printers
The TX650 Series ink is for printing onto paper before being heat transferred onto a wide range of materials Read more
J.W. Winco Expands Line of Anti-Vibration Mounts
The line, which now includes a full range of inch and metric sizes, features mounts said to absorb most accumulated kinetic energy on impact Read more
TLMI Names Four Companies Eugene Singer Winners
The awards recognize excellence in business management as measured by the TLMI Management Ratio Study Read more