namasté packaging 06 February 2023

Brazil: State decree establishes take-back requirements system for packaging in Mato Grosso do Sul

Decree No. 16.089/2023 updates and establishes new guidelines for the implementation, structuring and operation of the take-back requirements system for packaging in Mato Grosso do Sul.Compared to the last system, the new decree generally maintains the existing obligations and targets but includes new specific provisions, including more detailed information on the obligations of traders and d

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Digital printing opens new door for Distillery Packaging Solutions

Rabbit Hole Distillery, located in Louisville, KY, produces their own recipes of one-of-a-kind super premium American whiskey. Creating their extraordinary shipping cases with outstanding shelf appeal that helps sell this unique brand, is a fantastic collaboration with their partner Independent 2, a privately-owned and operated corrugated manufacturer.Independent 2s capabilities include designing,

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Smurfit Kappa's sustainable solutions take home eight WorldStar Awards

Smurfit Kappa has continued to demonstrate its leadership in innovative and sustainable packaging solutions by winning eight WorldStar 2023 Awards.The stand-out solutions that received top honors this year include a groundbreaking beverage packaging solution for the transportation of water, a paper-based fruit punnet with a useful handle for carrying, and an innovative space-saving tube for heatin

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Major Private Label Food Manufacturer Selects Source Wurx for Print Production Management

Source Wurxs turnkey design and prepress services will sharply reduce graphics costs, ensure run-to-run color consistency and improve lead times.Oconomowoc, WI Source Wurx, a food & beverage sector printed packaging facilitator whose services range from design and prepress to print production and ongoing oversight, has been selected by a major private label food manufacturer to enhance packag

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SÜDPACK publishes its Sustainability Report for 2020 and 2021

SDPACK has voluntarily published its fourth Sustainability Report corroborating the progress made in 2020 and 2021 with hard data. The fact that SDPACK was named Germanys 36th most sustainable SME out of over 4,000 businesses in a cross-sector ranking as recently lends considerable impetus to the film producers ambitious sustainability strategy. Because the companies Sustainability Reports w

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PLASTINDIA 2023: Reifenhäuser focuses on safe recyclate processing and automation in film production

The Reifenhuser Group will showcase its latest solutions for sustainable and efficient blown and flat film production at PLASTINDIA 2023 in New Delhi, India, from February 1 to 5. (Hall 4H-FP, Booth C D 20)Highlights include the processing of low-quality recyclate into high-quality blown film, the PAM automation option for coextrusion adapters and flat dies, and the production of high-barrier tube

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Biodegradable PHA Water Bottles Make Retail Debut

Erewhon has celebrated the amazing benefits of naturally grown foods and the importance of preserving the earth for more than 50 years and continues to lead the way in conscious consumption today, says Vito Antoci, executive vice president of Erewhon Markets. When we were introduced to Cove, we were incredibly excited to be part of this innovative and potentially world-changing moment for CPG

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Rema 1000 Introduces Packaging Made Of Recycled Fishing Nets

Denmarks Rema 1000 has introduced its own-brand dishwasher cleaner in a new dark green packaging made from recycled fishing nets.The retailer has teamed up with the Danish company Plastix for the technology required for the packaging material.Plastix collects and recycles plastics from the fishing industry, which would otherwise end up in the landfill.Commenting on the collaboration, dir

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Newest Plastic material - EcoAllene

EcoAllene is the result of years of study and research. It is the newest plastic material from the recycling of polylaminate food cartons (the most common of which is known as Tetra Pak). Supporting the need to reduce the economic and environmental costs deriving from the disposal of the two materials (PoAl), residues of the process of separation of cellulose fibers.What was considered&n

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Plastindia 2023

Plastindia series of exhibitions under the aegis of Plastindia Foundation stays as a permanent date in corporate calendars across the world, providing investors and industrialists with a compelling doorway to global markets of commerce and success. 10 exhibitions old, today, Plastindia has grown into a global experience, covering the entire gamut of plastics producers, processors and users of plas

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Labelexpo Southeast Asia

The region's largest label and package printing trade show, Labelexpo Southeast Asia, is back in Bangkok for a second time with even more for you to discover! Find a fantastic collection of the latest technologies, state-of-the-art materials and enhance your industry knowledge - with dozens of live machinery demonstrations and product launches from the world's leading manufacturers and suppliers.

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Packaging Innovations 2023 | Dedicated zone for foodservice

Easyfairs has partnered with the Foodservice Packaging Association (FPA) to create dedicated zone at this years Packaging Innovations show.The event runs from 15-16 February at the NEC, Birmingham. Within this dedicated area, visitors will access a wealth of Foodservice packaging expertise and product innovations developed in response to key market trends.Exhibitors such as Graphic Packaging Inter

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Greenwashing to Greenhushing

Along with the surge in global voicing of concerns regarding sustainability comes greenwashing an attempt made by corporations and brands to exploit such sentiment and mislead consumers into buying and using more expensive products that are no better for the environment.In the short timeline of the last five years, there has been a 71% rise in online searches for sustainable goods globally, as re

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SHRINKFLATION

Another week, another buzz word. In this blog, well dig deep into the phenomenon of shrinkflation the brainchild of 2022s monster inflation.Shrinkflation, also known as downsizing, is practiced to counteract the rising costs of ingredients, packaging, labour and transportation. In other words, to mask the effect of high-cost pressures and maintain lower prices, brands choose to redesign their pac

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Labelling things to know in Pharmaceutical Drugs & Medical Devices

Labelling is an essential part of packaging for the sale of drugs and medical devices. It provides a product ID, instructions for use and safety information all of which must remain intact and legible throughout the products lifecycle. Specifically for medical devices, ISO 13485 defines labeling as the label, instructions for use, and any other information that is related to identification, techn

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