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Smurfit Kappa Replaces EPS Frozen Food Packaging With Sustainable Paper-Based Alternative

Smurfit Kappa was reportedly approached by Patani Global Food B.V., a global supplier of fresh and frozen foods

AICC Releases 2020 Salary, Hourly Wage & Benefit Report

AICC, The Independent Packaging Association, has released the 2020 Salary, Hourly Wage & Benefits Report for Independent Corrugated Converters.

Enercon Offering Virtual Assistance

Enercon recently announced its newest support offering: Virtual Visits.

Gutfried Organic Chicken Meat Sausage in Innovative Packaging

Through strong collaboration, Zur Mühlen Group (Gutfried), BASF, SABIC and SÜDPACK are reportedly breaking new ground in packaging.

First Complete Remote Installation of a Comexi Laminator During COVID-19 Pandemic

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Comexi, a global supplier of solutions for the flexible packaging printing and converting sector, has remotely installed multiple machines in response to the increased production of its customers.

A Packaging Design Update Enables More Sustainable Packaging Printing

In its recently published sustainability report, Linkosuon Leipomo Oy reportedly states how it has paid attention to sustainable development in packaging production

Rising to the Challenge

The COVID-19 outbreak continues to pose unprecedented challenges to businesses across the globe, and these companies are indeed reacting to ensure new demands and production expectations are met.

Windmöller & Hölscher to Host Virtual Expo

With mainstay trades shows such as drupa and interpack postponed, Windmöller & Hölscher (W&H) will be taking exhibits planned for those shows directly to customers’ computers around the world in the company’s first Virtual Expo to be held on June 24-25.

Terphane Antifog Films Improve the Appearance & Hygiene of Your Product

Terphane responded to increasing requirements for consumer convenience, packing efficiency, extended shelf life and food safety, by reportedly making its films provide the fresh appearance and safety demanded by today’s consumers.

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

When it comes to rust preventative packaging for metal parts, most VCI (vapor corrosion inhibitor) moisture barrier papers are waxed or coated with polyethylene (PE).

Non Woven Cutter Operates at Speeds of up to 300 Cuts per Minute

Converters of non-woven materials such as diapers, napkins incontinent pads and tissues, can reportedly improve cutting efficiency with a non-woven cutter

New Lids for The Collective are a Recipe for Success

Leading pre-cut lids manufacturer Chadwicks of Bury (part of the Clondalkin Group) has produced a differentiated lidding solution for gourmet yogurt brand, The Collective.

Simco-Ion Updates the IQ Easy Sensor Bar to Include Charge Monitoring

Simco-Ion has updated the IQ Easy Sensor Bar so that it now is capable of monitoring Charging Applications.

Solenis to Expand Production for Next-Generation Color Developer for Thermal Paper

Solenis announced it is expanding production at its Ankleshwar facility in India to manufacture its next-generation Pergafast™ 425 color developer for the thermal paper market.

PolyKote Announces New Semi-Stock Offering

PolyKote recently announce that it now has a 3.0 mil Dissolvable label stock on the shelf, ready to slit and ship this new semi-stock offering is produced with a dissolvable adhesive.

HERMA US Introduces Self-adjusting System for High-precision Top Labeling

HERMA US Inc., the subsidiary of HERMA GmbH – a Germany-based provider of labeling machinery and self-adhesive labels and materials to the global packaging marketplace

GPA and MindFire Announce How Print Saves the 2020 Economy Webinar

GPA, the experts in providing global industry and product intelligence to the digital, offset and flexo communities

Rol-Tec Purchases Axis Machine Co.

Green Bay-based Rol-Tec announced it recently purchased Axis Machine Co., and the Axis operation will remain in Green Bay.

Stora Enso Introduces Low Carbon Paperboard for Chocolate Packaging

As chocolate producers and brand owners look to lower their environmental impact, Stora Enso’s new plastic-free, lightweight board

Innovia Films Launches Encore Sustainable BOPP Films

Innovia Films announced it is launching a new family of highly functional recyclable BOPP films named Encore. 

Domino to Launch The New Business Model for Corrugated Box Production

Domino Digital Printing Solutions is about to enter the digital corrugated printing space and will be launching its first digital ink jet based product offering

Evergreen Packaging Releases TruSpec® Coated Inkjet Papers

Evergreen Packaging announced the release of TruSpec Inkjet Book with ColorPRO Technology

ETI Technology Center Expands its Ability to Serve the Community

ETI announced it is proud to be helping another Montreal based company, Tristan by manufacturing protective face shields during the pandemic.

Increased Quality in Printed Corrugated Board with CartonSTAR

ISRA VISION offers cutting-edge technology for continuous quality and process control of the printed image on corrugated board surfaces with its 100 percent inline inspection system CartonSTAR.

Fastest Single Head Flexo Plate Imager from Esko Brings More Productivity to Corrugated Converters

Esko, a global supplier of integrated hardware and software solutions for the print and packaging sectors, has unveiled its fastest single head imager

Petra Cullmann and Bernd Jablonowski Appointed as Heads of Operative Business Division for Messe Düsseldorf GmbH

At its meeting on May 29, the Finance and HR Committee of Messe Düsseldorf GmbH, chaired by its Chairman, Lord Mayor Thomas Geisel

Labelexpo/Brand Print Americas Shows Popstponed

Tarsus Group, the organizer of Labelexpo/Brand Print Americas 2020, has confirmed new dates for its co-located shows, taking place in Rosemont, Ill.

Toray Plastics (America), Inc., Launches Lumirror STM Soft-Touch Matte PET Film

Toray Plastics (America), Inc., introduces new Lumirror® STM Soft-Touch Matte film, a unique, matte-coated polyester film technology that simplifies processing and enables the manufacture of a robust, upscale, soft-touch matte lamination.

Davis-Standard’s Packaging Solutions Deliver Consistency and Quality

The protective properties of packaging used for medical, healthcare and food products have proven especially valuable during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Print Operations Shown How to Plan New Normal with Ricoh and Inkish TV Collaboration

Printing operations looking to create their new normal following the landscape changing impact of the global pandemic were given a helping hand with a Ricoh Business Booster program on Inkish TV.

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