Hygiene and food safety have always been important, but the coronavirus has highlighted the need for greater awareness and vigilance. Consumers expect a high level of protection at point-of-sale. In response to this, Schur Flexibles is offering to apply an antibacterial varnish to a range of its films.
Generation Z sets the tone for cosmetics and the beauty industry transformation.
January 11, 2022
While beauty brands were facing the challenge of digital transformation, a new generation was taking over as prime consumers. 2022 starts with a focus on Generation Z, which grew up "digital" and is socially and environmentally concerned.
Converting machines can be optimized for handling sustainable packaging materials, and manufacturing partners can support the transition to new, sustainable flexible films. Even with the present challenges, there are plenty of opportunities to be ready with the right packaging equipment and configurations.
September 7, 2021
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, sustainability goals may have taken a backseat to safety concerns — but they never went away. In fact, 85% of Americans think about sustainability the same amount or more during the pandemic.
According to a report from Smithers, COVID-19 has had a major impact on the print machinery market, with an accelerating effect on trends that were already being established.