Leader in glass and metal packaging acquires second large glass container manufacturer in the US.
January 24, 2013
Ardagh Group, a global leader in glass and metal packaging solutions, today announced that it has now entered into a definitive share purchase agreement with Compagnie de Saint-Gobain to purchase from it the entire issued share capital of Verallia North America (“VNA”) in a transaction involving total consideration of approximately US$1.7 billion (€1.275 billion).
Informative new data shows growing acceptance of a variety wine closures amongst trade and consumers, according to a recent qualitative research conducted by Evan Goldstein, MS and Full Circle Wine Solutions.
Simplimatic Automation, a leading provider of conveyors and automation for the semiconductor, electronics, packaging, assembly, pharmaceutical and automotive industries, has developed a new cap feeder that can save time and money by reducing or eliminating the downtime required for retooling to today’s popular, lightweight PCO 1880 bottle caps.
Odwalla introduces new brand-wide identity with more shopper-friendly features
January 18, 2013
For the first time in 6 years, Odwalla is introducing a refreshed visual identity. The new creative will be seen brand-wide, across all product offerings, and will include everything from the website to product labels to delivery trucks.
Lightweight Containers has launched the first member of a new generation of KeyKegs: the cylindrical KeyKeg20. The new one-way keg owes its unique characteristics to an invention called the Double Wall™ technology, which surrounds the bag containing the beverage.
Fowler supplies six high-speed, high-quality cleaning, filling, and capping systems helping to break production records at two Diageo plants.
January 16, 2013
Fowler Products, powered by Pro Mach, and its French partner, Perrier Bottling Machines have been recognized by Diageo, the world’s largest producer of distilled spirits, with the Distinguished Honors – Special Projects award. Over the last two years, Fowler supplied six Perrier cleaning and filling systems and Fowler/Zalkin capping machines to two Diageo facilities.
Glass Packaging Institute recognizes Frïs bottle for innovation, design & shelf appeal
January 14, 2013
The Brand Union's recent dramatic redesign of The Absolut Company’s Frïs vodka bottle has earned the brand a 2012 Clear Choice Award from the Glass Packaging Institute.
Vblast Gator Pit energy drink releases vitamin blend with twist of reservoir cap.
January 9, 2013
VBlast Gator Pit invites its customers to unleash its energy with the twist of a patented reservoir cap, which releases a special liquid vitamin blend into 16.9 ounces of spring water.