Siegwerk launches ink that also acts as oxygen barrier
Siegwerk has launched a new white printing ink that also provides an oxygen barrier – an innovation that aims to combine two layers into one.
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Heightened throughput and versatility listed as perks of Omega Design’s new unscrambler
Omega Design’s Automatic Robotic Unscrambler – intended to facilitate smarter sorting with a parallel-kinematic, multi-axis, pick-and-place robot module to separate, orient, and position bottles – will make its debut at Pack Expo Las Vegas 2023.
Slow-release ethylene inhibitor can improve shelf life of fresh berries
The blueberry harvesting season is in full swing in the Northern Hemisphere. The blue fruits business in both hemispheres may soon have an innovative tool for extending seasonality and reducing food waste, says Polish food-tech company Fresh Inset.
Flexible tube deliveries rose by 2% in first half of 2023, says etma
The European Tube Manufacturers Association (etma) has reported an almost 2% growth in flexible tube deliveries in the first half of 2023, reaching a total volume of approximately 6.2 billion units and signifying general stability in the market.
Sustainability Awards 2023 Finalist Interview: Syntegon’s paper-ON-form
The latest edition of our Finalist Interview series for the Sustainability Awards comes courtesy of Syntegon, with its paper-ON-form retrofit kit for cold-sealable paper packaging on existing horizontal flow wrapping machines. We spoke to the company about this entry, nominated in the…
SIG sets target to reach 90% fibre content in aluminium-free aseptic cartons by 2030
SIG has announced its intent to develop a full-barrier, aluminium-free aseptic packaging structure with at least 90% fibre content by 2030, aiming for an interim target of at least 85% by 2025.
Sappi and Xeikon envision direct printing on paper-based flexibles with new toner formulation
Sappi and Xeikon have come together to print a new toner formulation directly onto flexible, paper-based packaging materials – a solution thought to preserve a pack’s recyclability and optimise the speed and flexibility of the printing process.
Windmill to produce double-sided peel-and-reveal labels with AB Graphic’s print finishing series
Windmill Tapes and Labels has installed AB Graphic International’s Digicon 3 print finishing series into its production line, with specific customisation made for specialised peel-and-reveal (P&R) work to take advantage of the expanding vape market.
UPM Raflatac receives certificate of validity for LCA service
UPM Raflatac’s Label Life LCA calculation engine has been awarded a certificate of validity from DEKRA, thus verifying – and, it is hoped, increasing assurance in – its process of generating life cycle assessments at scale.
Paper-based frozen food packaging from Ahlstrom and The Paper People anticipates replacement of fossil plastics
Ahlstrom and The Paper People have jointly developed and launched a new line of fibre-based, certified-recyclable packaging for frozen food applications in the hopes of replacing traditional, fossil-based plastic and films.
New Xact machines tape loose produce and glue cartonboard punnets in retailers’ plastic reduction efforts
Xact has produced a closing machine for winged cartonboard punnets and an automatic taping machine for bunching loose products in its pursuit of reducing the overconsumption of plastic packaging for fresh produce.
Palletising systems, complete line solutions, and more exhibited by Sidel
Sidel will showcase its solutions for cans, glasses, pouches, and other packaging types in the beverage, food, home, and personal care sectors at Pack Expo 2023 – displaying palletising systems, a new software suite, and complete packaging lines.
AEROBAL underlines recyclability, carbon reduction, and aesthetics in World Aluminium Aerosol Can Award winners
The International Organisation of Aluminium Aerosol Container Manufacturers (AEROBAL) has announced the winners of its World Aluminium Aerosol Can Award 2023, recognising designs for their visual appeal, functionality, and sustainability-minded features.