Closures

Hoffer Plastics Adds Flex Pak Closures

(Flexpack)

May 27, 2018, The Tether Lok and the Drop Lok P20 are said to provide product safety, tamper evidence, and seal integrity SOUTH ELGIN, IL | Hoffer Plastics is launching two new closures for flexible pouch packaging, ...

Presto Products Launches Closures

(Flexpack)

December 14, 2016, The Reduced Scale Slider, suited for lightweight and small packages, is now among the company's closures Reduced Scale Slider Comparison APPLETON, WI | Presto Products Company recently unveiled ...

Tekni-Plex Launches Tri-Vin Liners for Wine Closures

(Label/Tape)

July 29, 2015, ... to deliver performance, cost, and environmental attributes for roll-on pilfer proof (ROPP) wine closures. Tri-Vin liners from Tri-Seal, a div. of Tekni-Plex Inc., deliver performance attributes that ...

Amcor Partners with Velcro for Flex-Pack Closures

(Flexpack)

March 06, 2012, Partnership to bring a new easy-to-open and re-seal innovation to the fresh and dairy flexible packaging market Amcor Flexibles and Velcro Europe have formed a strategic partnership to bring an innovative ...

Cool Electrical Enclosures

(Controls)

June 30, 2011, ETC (Electronic Temperature Control) Cabinet Cooler system keeps electrical enclosures cool while minimizing compressed air use. CE-compliant system is ETC (Electronic Temperature Control) Cabinet Cooler ...

Pactiv Extends Zipper Closures to Pre-Packaged Sliced Meat and Animal Cracker Packages

(News | New Products)

March 16, 2004, ... has been extended to encompass first-time zipper closures for commercial sliced meat and animal crackers, says the supplier of materials that go into Pactiv's new zipper applications. According to Ticona ...

National Starch Realignment Plans for Specialty Starch Production Results in Expansions and Closures

(News | New Products)

November 13, 2003, National Starch and Chemical Co. reports plans to close one North American and one European starch manufacturing plant , complete a new starch-modification facility in Shanghai, China, "in order to service ...

In the Spotlight: PennPac Invests in Expansion

(News | New Products)

August 08, 2020, ... converters, brand owners, co-packers and other businesses using flexible packaging films. The company provides custom slit roll stock film, inventory management programs, and resealable zipper closures. ...

Breaking the Recycling Barrier: Cortec Repulpable Moisture Barrier Paper Stands Apart in VCI Packaging Industry

(News | New Products)

June 12, 2020, ...  Protective wrap for individual components; End closures for shipping tubes; Insert strips for recessed areas in large packages; and Sheet liners or separators between products. Manufacturers ...

European Recycling Markets Reel From Coronavirus

(News | New Products)

March 22, 2020, ... and it is likely to decline further after temporary closures at automotive manufacturers across Europe. The construction industry is more protected from any direct production impact caused by the ...

Flexible Packages Standing Out in 2019

(Flexpack)

December 11, 2019, ... These multi-chamber pouches can be fitted with reclosable zippers, spouts, sliders, hook-and-loop closures and spray triggers, among others. They can also be fitted with carrying or hanging add-ons ranging ...

United Soft Plastics Opens New TPE Manufacturing Plant in Houston

(News | New Products)

November 04, 2019, ... are used to produce injection molded, extruded and blow molded parts such as interior and exterior automotive trim, consumer grips and handles, beverage closures, over-molded gaskets and seals, sporting ...

In the Spotlight: Sun Centre Machinery Co.

(Bag Pouch)

October 27, 2019, ... in image). This versatile machine can still produce inserted side gusset pouches, terminated and non-terminated side gusset bags, bag-in-bag formats, and apply zipper and Velcro closures, Applix eazy-lock ...

Flexible Packaging Labels: Designing, Disclosing, Adhering all Merit Attention

(News | New Products)

October 09, 2019, ... design and content work well when used with flexible packages—addressing pertinent regulations, needed disclosures, informative explanations, branding, and more. And, pay attention to how well they adhere ...

Labels Address Transparency, Convenience and Compliance

(Label/Tape)

May 08, 2019, ... debate and discussion, and in all likelihood brewer interest in amping up ingredient and process disclosures. Just how big labels will need to be is anyone’s guess. Perhaps we’ll start seeing extended ...

Multi-Chamber Pouches Debut at Sun Centre USA

(Bag Pouch)

February 19, 2019, ... A single SKU can be separated into two consumer-friendly stand-up pouches. These multi-chamber pouches can be fitted with reclosable zippers, spouts, sliders, hook-and-loop closures and spray triggers, ...

Mondi Expands Bagmaking Capabilities

(Bag Pouch)

June 06, 2018, ... consumers,” according to Mintel.  Mondi’s expanded capacity includes the ability to produce premium flat-bottom bags with top slider closures Mondi’s expanded capability, which includes more manufacturing ...

Stora Enso & Sulapac Announce Joint Effort

(News | New Products)

June 04, 2018, ... agreement, Stora Enso will license Sulapac’s materials and technology and begin the development of fully renewable caps and closures for liquid packages. Other areas for joint development work include ...

INDA Issues Supply Report

(Flexpack)

May 29, 2018, ... net increase of 2.5% (122 thousand tonnes) over 2016. This growth figure accounts for not only the addition of new lines but also machine productivity increases and line closures (11 in 2017) to arrive ...

Q&A Roundtable | How The Pouch/Bag Making Market Is Evolving

(Bag Pouch)

May 10, 2018, ... order to differentiate themselves from the competition. This is why formats like the Box Pouch®, shaped pouches, unique closures, etc., will continue to grow steadily in the next years, since they can ...

Avery Dennison Discusses Functional Packaging

(Flexpack)

May 08, 2018, ... flexible packaging in the next three to five years. Euromonitor also predicts pressure-sensitive reclosures to be the fastest growing closure type globally, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of ...

Press To Close Zippers Benefit Small Snack Packages

(Bag Pouch)

February 21, 2018, ... takes an average of 12 seconds. “That's why flexible packaging is becoming so popular,” explains Marcin Pawelak, president of ELPLAST Europe, EL-ZIP closures manufacturer. “Purchasing decisions can be determined ...

Label PRomotion | Tiny Type Terrorizes Even the Best Eagle Eyes

(Label/Tape)

December 13, 2017, ... type more readable without the use of external aids or references. While some products are bound by regulatory or legal disclosures, there at least can be discussion about how to make type larger by reducing ...

Aptar Launches EZ Pour Spouts for Standup Pouches

(Bag Pouch)

October 10, 2017, ... EZ Pour spout was developed to improve user experience over current flexible packaging closures, offering a concise pour without the mess. Many flexible pouches on shelves today use zippers or sliders, ...

Bemis Announces Cost Reduction Plans

(Flexpack)

July 14, 2017, ... facilities will take place in 2017 and the other in 2018. Benefits from these two plant closures will be approximately $10 million when fully implemented. The company says it continues to evaluate opportunities ...

Label PRomotion | Marijuana Label Lessons To Brand By

(Label PRomotion)

May 16, 2017, ... because of federal action could expand scope of disclosures on labels and other materials. Brainstorm ways to rebrand in the event it comes to pass. General lesson to be learned: Rules and regulations ...

Cortec Develops Static Dissipative Corrosion Inhibiting Paper

(Flexpack)

February 07, 2017, ... equipment Electrical panels Electrical enclosures Batteries Numerous other electrical, multi-metal materials There are no chemical concentrations to calculate, no chemical tanks or application ...

Printpack's New Pouch Complies with How2Recycle Strea

(Bag Pouch)

January 03, 2017, ... stream. In addition to providing easy recyclability, the package can also be equipped with customizable options for moisture barriers, oxygen barriers, and closures to better preserve contents and combat ...

Zip-Pak Sensus Selected for Cat Food Treats

(Bag Pouch)

December 07, 2016, ... provides both audial and tactile feedback to assure the consumer that their package has been firmly sealed. Sensus is the first in a family of resealable closures that Zip-Pak calls Sensory Feedback Fasteners; ...

Label PRomotion | Questionable Claims Spur Need for Due Diligence

(Label/Tape)

November 15, 2016, Law firms harvest product manufacturing "low-hanging fruit." Law firms harvest product manufacturing "low-hanging fruit." Recent lawsuits over label claims and disclosures, currently generating negative ...