Paper, Film & Foil Converter

Awash in Chocolate

July 14, 2011

The Wonka Wondrously Whirled Waterfall Bar, converted by Printpack, Atlanta, GA, is printed in nine colors with cold seal on 48-ga PET and laminated in-line to holographic film. It uses lavenders and purples with gold accents to create a store shelf standout

Military Decoration

July 14, 2011

Chromatic Technologies' temperature-changing ink technology is being used on commemorative cans of Monster Energy drinks to be sold exclusively on military bases from Memorial Day through July 4

Juiced Up

July 14, 2011

The CoolJuice Beverage Co., Dunedin, FL, founded in 2006 to help tackle childhood obesity, has launched a line of all-natural, 100% juice blends that contain no high-frutose corn syrup; no preservatives, artificial colors, or flavors; and no added sugar.

Fiber's Friend

June 16, 2011

The RB Dwyer Group, Melville, NY, helped Barn Dad Innovation Nutrition, a div. of Angle Foods, launch its Ultra Fiber DX product with a shrink-sleeve label printed on an RDP Marathon IVCO (Infinitely Variable Cylinder Offset) web press.

One Sweet Delivery Option

June 16, 2011

The AirLiner, an inflatable, insulating plastic liner produced by Coldpack, San Diego, CA, offers delicate food items exceptional temperature control and protection from rough handling during shipping.

Self-Medicate Safely

June 16, 2011

Schreiner MediPharm, Blauvelt, NY, introduces a multifunctional label for use with self-medicating autoinjectors and pens

Pouch Sprouts Trophy

May 01, 2011

Ampac’s Standup Retort Pouch for Sprout Organic Baby Food Wins Alufoil Trophy for Resource Efficiency and Is Reclosable Using Linear Tear Technology

Look Both Ways

May 01, 2011

National Graphics Lenticular Printing and Substrates Add Benefits to Rigid Plastic Cartons or Tip-In Plastic Windows for Paperboard Cartons with Clear Vision 3D Products Made from APET

Touting Retort

May 01, 2011

Bemis Retort Flexible and Rigid Packaging Are for Shelf-Stable Foods that Require Self-Venting Features During Microwaving

One Is Enough

April 18, 2011

One-ply bag solutions from Mondi, Vienna, Austria, offer reduced packaging weight and volume compared with two-ply 70 gsm bags for 25 kg and 35 kg

Eco-Sensitive Hybrid

April 18, 2011

Seventh Generation's Natural 4X Laundry Detergent makes its debut in an innovative bottle manufactured by Ecologic Brands, Oakland, CA.

Combo Package

April 18, 2011

Colbert Packaging Corp., Chicago, IL, has unveiled the next generation of its EnviroGuard sustainable packaging, which was initally designed to be made entirely of tear-resistant paperboard.

Knock-Out Label

April 05, 2011

Spear, Mason, OH, is providing a clear, pressure-sensitive label for Mike's Hard Punch, a brand extension for Mike's Hard Lemonade Co., Seattle, WA.

Big Mouth Closes

April 05, 2011

The Zip360 flexible pouch from Zip-Pak, Manteno, IL, has a wide-mouth opening to allow easy access to snack mixes, frozen chicken, cookies and crackers, and pet food.

Parfait Perfection

April 05, 2011

Using an Infinitely Variable Cylinder Web Offset Press (IVCO) from RDP Marathon, The R.B. Dwyer Group, Anaheim, CA, is printing gravure-quality shrink labels for B.C. Bundt's “Walk-Away Parfaits” with zero cylinder costs.

Seafood Sealed

February 15, 2011

Targeted for delicatessens and supermarkets, Atlantica bags from Alpem, Reims, France, are designed for wrapping fresh fish, seafood, meats, cold cuts, cheese, and other perishable products.

The Bottle Reborn

February 15, 2011

The reusable Vapur water bottle from Ampac, Cincinnati, OH, uses a BPA-free laminated film structure that can be rolled, folded, or flattened and tucked away.

A Honey of a Pallet

February 15, 2011

Pregis Hexacomb, Deerfield, IL, introduces Hexacomb Billboard, an all-paper, honeycomb-based pallet alternative that incorporates an additional outer edge wrap.

Chill Factor

January 01, 2011

Coldkeepers LLC, Thomasville, GA, earns first place in the 2010 Pack Expo Selects competition for its Kold-To-Go thermal bags. The bags use

Whipped Cream Buzz

January 01, 2011

The RB Dwyer Group, Anaheim, CA, is printing full sleeve PVC shrink labels for Maple Grove Products' alcohol-infused whipped cream aerosol cans, which curve at the top

Bacon Sliders

January 01, 2011

Zip-Pak, Chicago, IL, reports the first commercial application of Zip-Pak Slider Advantage for Plumrose 24-oz Hearty Country Style Thick-Sliced Bacon packages

Spouting Off

December 01, 2010

Nordenia Intl.’s NorSpoutBag Nominated for 2010 German Packaging Award

Fresh Fruit, Fresher Air

December 01, 2010

Clear Lam Packaging Reclosable Bag with High Oxygen Transmission Rates Replaces Rigid Plastic Tray for Del Monte Fresh Apples

Compostable & Quiet

December 01, 2010

Innovia Films Metallized NatureFlex NKM Film Is Compostable and Quiet for Boulder Canyon Natural Foods Natural Kettle Cooked Potato Chips

Color Separations

November 01, 2010

When someone tampers with or tries to remove an AuthentiCal color-changing label manufactured by William Frick & Co., Libertyville, IL, the polyester film's pressure-sensitive adhesive

No Strain To Drain

November 01, 2010

Cheer Pack is a flexible spouted pouch that features a convenient, easy-flow straw and a reclosable, large, tamper-evident, screw-on cap

Peel Away

October 01, 2010

IntegraPeel technology from Curwood, Oshkosh, WI, integrates peel-off promotions directly into the package, reducing costs associated with adhesive labels while retaining brand identity and barrier protection

Teeth, Carton: Both Shine

October 01, 2010

An Aquafresh White & Shine toothpaste carton from GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) is awarded the 2010 Greener Package Award by Packaging World magazine

Handle That Cares

October 01, 2010

Nordenia, Jackson, MO, is producing its FlexZiBox with a new patch handle variant

High & Mighty

September 03, 2010

Pine Poly Partners with NextLife Packaging Group To Produce High Molecular Weight HDPE Bags & Film Using 50% Post-Consumer Recycled Plastic