Miscellaneous

Cap-Lock is a specially constructed plastic cap adapter that is placed on top of the primary closure of the syringe to equalize the diameter differences of the syringe body and closure. Subsequently, a label with an integrated perforation for tamper evidence is applied that wraps around the syringe body and the bottom part of the cap adapter.

In 1988 – more than 30 years ago(!) – Bertram Brökelmann asked himself an important question: ‘What packaging is most suitable for my cooking oils?’ The forward-thinking entrepreneur not only had costs in mind, but also wanted the most environmentally friendly packaging solution possible. In the end, the choice was a one-litre PET bottle.

In a multi-year surveillance study from 2009-20161 , 513 cases with medication errors, due to an over the counter cold and cough medication ingredient, were evaluated. Determining that the errors occurred in children under six years of age, results also showed that the incorrect dose of medication caused 93.2% of the errors. With errors often occurring in liquid form, Blue Clover Studios decided to conduct additional research to determine the consumer challenges and identify opportunities for packaging innovation in the liquid format.

The volume of packaging waste in Germany rose to a record high in 2017.

According to a new report by the Federal Environment Agency (UBA), 18.7 million tonnes were generated - an increase of 226.5 kilograms per person, and three percent over the previous year.

Private consumers held a share of 47 percent, or 107 kilograms per capita.

The UBA report on "The emergence and recycling of packaging in Germany" was published at the start of the "European Week for Waste Avoidance".

The company Reprograf Grafikus, sponsor of the event “Safe packaging”, has been Epple’s exclusive sales partner in Poland for almost three years. Since then, Epple Druckfarben has made a name for itself in the Polish market. This is because Reprograf Grafikus provides the required high quality of consulting, especially for sustainable printing systems. The supplier of everything from printing materials to printing presses is also known for its fast on-site service and fast delivery of goods – including Epple ink. One reason for this is the company’s own ink mixing station in Warsaw.