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PMMI: Secondary Packaging Takes on Dual Role

(News | New Products)

November 09, 2014, Changes in primary packaging and the rise in retail-ready packaging cited CHICAGO, IL | US packaging machinery shipments increased by 6%, to $7.9 billion, in 2013; and a rise in retail-ready packaging ...

Green Bay Packaging Named Environmental Leader

(News | New Products)

November 08, 2014, ... of Sustainability Improvement.’” Discarded material going to the landfill was reduced by 99%, with the Green Team coordinating the effort to define waste streams that could be recycled, either traditionally ...

Pack Expo | The Next Generation of Package Printing Solutions

(Trends/Management)

September 24, 2014, ...  Sun Chemical (Booth 4969) will feature Sun Branding Solutions (SBS), the company's packaging brand lifecycle management agency. Through its ODIN Packaging Launch Software, Sun Chemical can manage all ...

Rethinking the Ban on EPS

(News | New Products)

August 11, 2014, ... “Impact of Plastics Packaging on Life Cycle Energy Consumption & Greenhouse Gas Emissions in the US & Canada Substitution Analysis” proves otherwise. Data from the report, which was compiled by Franklin ...

Show Preview | Labelexpo Americas 2014 Enhances Focus on Package Printing

(Label/Tape)

August 04, 2014, ... is an expansion in the company’s range of material designed to advance the recycling of PET containers, which addresses supply imbalances of recycled PET (rPET) and improves cost. CleanFlake now includes ...

Cortec Paper Offers Environmental Benefits

(Flexpack)

July 21, 2014, ... premium paper made from what company says is the highest quality recycled paper.  Described as innovative, safe, and economical packaging, product is coated with a water-based barrier coating and is ...

Signature Flexible Packaging Operating New 10-Color Press

(News | New Products)

July 07, 2014, ... the press was installed and running. The service department has become true partners with our company. Now that the press is operational, our main goal is to keep a steady production cycle of work. We ...

Plastics Recycling and Sustainability

(Trends/Management)

June 24, 2014, ... Assn. will dedicate a special sector of the exhibit floor at NPE2015: The International Plastics Showcase to serve as a 'Zero Waste Zone' focusing on the industry mandate to reduce, reuse, and recycle plastics." ...

Bemis Earns Two Awards for Packaging Innovation

(Flexpack)

June 16, 2014, ... while excess steam is absorbed. During heating, moisture created by the heat cycle rises to the top of the package, rolls down the sides and is absorbed by the non-forming film, eliminating the problems ...

Pouch Converting | New Venture Relies on Long-Time Supplier

(Bag Pouch)

June 09, 2014, ... unique features we can run side gusset and quad seal pouches along with stand-up zipper pouches.” The new machine has a 450-mm web width with one web/one film configuration and runs at 225 cycles/min, ...

Corrugated Study Shows Environmental Gains

(Corrugated)

June 07, 2014, The life cycle assessment report show reductions in GMG emissions as well as other environmental improvements in the corrugated industry   ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL | A new US corrugated industry life ...

PPC Spring Meeting Offers Wide-Ranging Information

(Carton Box)

June 03, 2014, ... M&As. The Recycled Paper Alliance described its new URB/CRB certification program, and the president of ECMA discussed how economic changes in the EU may affect North America in the years to come. Attendees ...

Atlas to Install New Slitter/Rewinders at Film Company

(News | New Products)

June 01, 2014, ... higher quality rewind reels, reduced noise levels, and more effective, operator-friendly control systems. The CW Series is also reported to have faster acceleration and deceleration cycles. The latest ...

Ecologic Inks Deal with Winery for Paper Bottle

(Carton Box)

May 26, 2014, ... bottles for the PaperBoy brand. Ecologic Brands has been recognized for making America's first recycled paper bottles offering consumers a choice in packaging beyond plastic or glass. PaperBoy's eco.vintage ...

Coating Matters | Stop Defects Before They Start

(Coating/Laminating)

May 26, 2014, ... Reducing defects works best by practicing preventative medicine. Defect prevention comes from a handful of considerations at the beginning of a product development cycle. Process Fundamentals Each ...

Clear Lam Packaging Wins DuPont Award

(Flexpack)

May 19, 2014, ... PrimaPak package was produced from a single roll of flexible film incorporating the Prima ExoShell made with recycled polyethylene terephthalate (rPET) and the Peel and ReSeal lid system, eliminating the ...

HP and Comexi Join for Lamination Solution

(Coating/Laminating)

May 07, 2014, ... to help flexible packaging converters shorten time to market, as well as help reduce waste and environmental impact. “Shorter product life cycles and customized packaging are driving growth in short-run ...

Release Liner | Global Suppliers Must Meet Local Needs

(Label/Tape)

May 07, 2014, ... director, Polyolefins, for Europe and Africa at IHS Chemical, specialists in chemical market analysis and forecasting. As global economic growth gradually picks up, Koster showed "the commodities supercycle ...

FTA Hands Out Awards for Excellence

(News | New Products)

April 27, 2014, ... separates the label during the recycling process. Reportedly, the label floats and the pure PET sinks to deliver food grade quality PET flakes. “CleanFlake was designed to address the lifecycle impacts ...

Mohawk Introduces Saybrook Envelope Line

(Flexpack)

April 21, 2014, ... the envelope up to a light source. The “M-notch” is a symbol of Mohawk quality and assurance, backed with world class service and support. Saybrook envelopes are available in bright white wove, recycled ...