PMMI, owner and producer of the PACK EXPO trade shows, is excited to announce it will team with B-to-B media company BNP Media to bring the latest iteration of the Food Safety Summit Resource Center to PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2013 on Sept. 23-25, 2013 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas.
Manufacturer installs new coating equipment to meet customer demand for value-added films.
May 7, 2013
Toray Plastics (America) Inc., the only United States manufacturer of precision-performance polyester, polypropylene, and bio-based films, has installed new coating equipment in order to meet customer demand for value-added films with advanced specialty layers.
Film supplier reaffirms its commitment to the environment.
May 7, 2013
With the renewal of its ISO14001 certificate, originally approved in 2007, Valéron Strength Films again demonstrates its determination and ability to continuously improve its environmental performance.
It’s no secret that consumers live in an ever-changing world when it comes to packaging solutions. Retail food shelves are constantly updated with products that are designed to differentiate themselves from their competition.
Nirav Desai, director of operations at Haremar Plastic Manufacturing Ltd, explains how film suppliers can enhance pouch production and design. Desai has been with Haremar for 10 years.
Nirav Desai, director of operations at Haremar Plastic Manufacturing Ltd, explains how film suppliers can enhance pouch production and design. Desai has been with Haremar for 10 years.
Q: Since we all know the standup pouch is king, do you see another pouch style that might end up being the next big thing?
Fuller: All signs point to a variation on a theme.
Laser processing is the latest technological advancement in the flexible packaging industry. In previous years, packaging companies have mechanically die cut or scored packages to create easy open and breathable features. But companies are now providing premier laser converting services that outperform and outsell mechanical methods.
It’s no surprise that time is often of the essence when it comes to designing and building a new machine. Hudson-Sharp recently validated that statement during the design of a special machine to add a closure mechanism to pre-made pouches.