The packaging and processing equipment industry must continue to offer solutions that solve problems associated with demographic trends, changing consumer preferences and the disruptions in retailing caused by e-commerce.
Transcontinental has acquired Multifilm Packaging Corporation, a flexible packaging supplier located in Elgin, Ill. The company specializes in high-end candy and chocolate packaging verticals in North America, and specializes in piece-wraps and high-barrier laminates for the confectionery, snacks and dry foods markets.
Karlville has opened new office in Switzerland to focus pouch converting machinery efforts in Europe. Karlville maintains French operations as a main hub for packaging equipment specific to Shrink Sleeve Application, Tape Multipacks and Pouch Filling.
Somic America Inc. signed a lease on new office space for North American headquarters in suburban Minneapolis, Minn., and plans on moving into the new building this month.
Great packaging tells your customers about your product, your brand and what you stand for, and is a must for anyone producing physical goods for the consumer marketplace. You must get creative with your packaging design to portray the right message to the right people—and you need to attract your target market and get them excited to buy your product. When it comes to packaging food, there are many factors to take into consideration for a successful product.
The GFB Power Breakfast launched in natural health food stores nationwide in five delicious varieties: Coconut Cashew; Fruits, Nuts and Seeds; PB+J, Apple Cinnamon; and Maple Raisin in convenient, single-serve 2-oz. sizes. The portable cardboard packaging lies flat for easy packing but squeezes together at the sides to lock into a square bowl.
Sun Chemical has launched its SunLam de-seaming Adhesive for shrink-labeled containers. The new de-seamable adhesive helps recyclers improve recycled polyethylene terephthalate (rPET) yield without process changes. Partners Sun Chemical and Eastman tested SunLam on labels made with Eastman Embrace LV copolyester.
Pregis LLC introduces VR training for protective packaging equipment and material selection. The company provides training support for its systems, as well as written materials. However, with ecommerce, coupled with retailers fulfilling through a variety of channels, it is not feasible to provide face-to-face training at all locations.
ABCO Automation Inc. announces Stingray, a low-profile modular belt conveyor that employs micropitch plastic belts. Stingray is powerful yet gentle, providing reliable product transfer, smooth transitions and product accumulation, making it ideal for delicate, small footprint or unstable products that may be damaged by a conventional conveyor.
The Paperboard Packaging Council has opened registration for its Spring Outlook and Strategies Conference, April 11-13, 2018, at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront hotel, in the heart of Baltimore’s popular inner harbor. CEOs and executives from both integrated and independent folding carton and rigid box manufacturers are expected.
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