Various companies, including packaging suppliers, are increasingly utilizing the flexibility of 3D printing to explore new opportunities for themselves and their clients. Harpak-ULMA, for instance, now offers a nationwide 3D printing service tailored specifically for thermoform tray package prototyping. This service allows customers to easily, swiftly, and affordably customize their tray designs t
Of the more than 700 species of bacteria mingling in your mouth, some are helpful while others can harm dental and gum health. For Dr. Chrystle Cu, co-creator of Cocofloss, flossing isand always has beena non-negotiable. Also non-negotiable for Dr. Cu is her commitment to running a sustainable business.After years of working in the field of dentistry, she grew saddened and frustrated by her inabil
NEUE Water has been consciously conceived for todays modern, on-the-go lifestyle. As well as its recycled content, the unique ergonomic flat shape of the bottle enables it to fit easily into pockets, bags and seatback storage in planes and trains. Equally important, the bottles sturdy construction makes it suitable for refilling for multiple use, and it can be recycled at its end of life.Berrys te
New cloud-based solution elevates Catena plate processing and ThermoFlexX TFxX Imaging equipment with real-time remote monitoring capabilities, advancing customers to Industry 4.0 operations. This prepress software provides deep insights into machine performance and consumable usage, helping to ensure consistent quality, waste reduction and optimization of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). &n
The barrier properties of a newly designed mono-PE bag for dry pet food demonstrate once again the enabling power of Siegwerks functional coatings in the development of recyclable packaging solutions made for circularity. The innovative pouch design is the result of collaborating with other industry experts and therefore provides certainty for customers and brand owners.Siegwerk, one of the leadin
The breadth of packaging solutions offered by Berry Global and its ability to support customers of all sizes, from large multinationals to smaller national and local businesses, will be demonstrated at Hispack.The company will showcase a wide variety of standard containers, as well as its bespoke design capabilities, for an extensive range of end-markets including food & beverage, health &
Bacardi has completed the worlds first commercial production of a hydrogen energy-fuelled glass spirits bottle.The trial, which took place earlier this month, saw Bacardi partnering with premium glass maker Hrastnik1860 to innovate technology for a glass furnace powered with hydrogen as its main energy source. This initiative reduces GHG emissions associated with traditional glass bottle
Japanese plastic film manufacturer, Gunze, has launched an eco-friendly shrink film for automatic sleeve applicators, GeoPlas HCX1.Gunze says GeoPlas HCX1 is the lightest shrink film for automatic sleeve applicators, it is a polystyrene/polyethylene terephthalate multi-layered product that uses 5% of chemical recycled raw materials with the mass balance approach.The new film can be incorporated g
The Tiny-B aluminium bottle is a versatile all-rounder. Thanks to its GL18 thread it can be combined with all kinds of closures and applicators and is suitable for a broad range of purposes. For a more climate friendly approach, the bottles can be produced from postconsumer recycled aluminum with a drastically lower carbon footprint. Shatterproof, lightweight, opaque and aroma proof the bottle opt
The leading global manufacturer of surface treatment, Vetaphone A/S, will be exhibiting at the upcoming ChinaPlas trade fair when it returns to Shanghai after a six-year gap. Due to be held at the citys National Exhibition and Convention Centre (NECC) from 23rd to 26th April, ChinaPlas is set to attract visitors from across the whole Asian region.Visitors to Stand 3A57 will be welcomed by He
Explore the future of eco-friendly packaging solutions at the Sustainability in Packaging Asia 2024, taking place both in Singapore and virtually from June 4th to 6th.We're excited to share that esteemed speakers from organizations such as Haleon, Mets Group, KIWI Strategy Consultants, SCGC and more will be participating. Attendees can look forward to insightful discussion
A fair exclusively on Paper, printing, Packaging Technologyand material is being brought out by one of the largest MSME associations in India to address the ever growing needs of the industries of this region.
STARTUPS TO SUPPORT Sustainable packaging is a commodity of growing demand and there are always new ideas floating around. Here are a few startups to check out that can change the packaging market for good:VERICOOLVericool makes its products with renewable raw and post-consumer materials which match or outperform EPS, but without the harmful effects on the environment. All materials meet comp
Our oceans are the lifeblood of our planet, teeming with resources and yet facing ever-growing threats. As industries across the globe seek more sustainable practices, the intersection of the blue economy and packaging presents a promising avenue for innovation and environmental stewardship.The Blue Economy encompasses all economic activities that directly or indirectly involve the ocean. This inc
Downgauging, the process of reducing the thickness of packaging materials while maintaining or even enhancing performance, is garnering attention from stakeholders as companies strive to minimize their environmental footprint without compromising on quality. In this blog post, we'll delve into the benefits of downgauging and discuss strategies for achieving it effectively.At its core, downgauging
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