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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UNEP report calls for ‘urgent action’ on chemicals in plastics
A new report from the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is calling for a re-examination of the chemicals used in plastic products and packaging – saying that some of these have the potential to impact human health, the environment, and the transition into a resource-efficient and…
EU-funded project aims to develop bio-based intermediates for use in eco-container lids
The European Bio-Uptake project, co-ordinated by Aitiip Centro Tecnológico and funded by the European Union, is set to develop bio-based intermediates to manufacture eco-container lids and other products in an effort to integrate bioplastic composites into the European manufacturing industry and…
Hologram Concierge provides information and facilitates sales
Immertia, the Australia-based creative studio which brought us SWIGR, has a new Hologram Concierge concept that links an intelligent holographic assistant to packaging to offer a ‘captivating and futuristic way for customers to interact with products’, it claims. The augmented reality (AR) concept…
UniSieve to work towards decarbonisation and energy savings in heavy industry with $5.5 million in seed funding
UniSieve, a Cleantech company, has announced its success in a $5.5 million seed funding round; it now aims to pilot and expand its high-precision membrane solution for the reduction of heating and cooling and the improvement of carbon capture technology in heavy industry applications.
SMART interpack: Elvis takes centre stage on latest ‘on pack’ connected experience
AIPIA member Greiner Packaging, which creates plastic packaging for the food and non-food sectors, has created a fun and interactive connected experience to celebrate the next iteration of its sustainable K3® packaging.
The digital thread ties data into an interconnected lifecycle model
Now that digitalisation is on the rise, technologies like edge, IoT, and augmented reality are breaking the traditional automation pyramid down into a collaborative network known as the interconnected lifecycle model. Uwe Kueppers, manager at Kalypso, a Rockwell Automation company, tells us more…
TUBEX creates mono-material aluminium tube for product refills
TUBEX is packaging La bouche rouge’s perfume refills in a recyclable, mono-material tube that apparently incorporates 100% recycled aluminium and 95% post-consumer recycled content.
What makes Sainsbury’s new mince format a ‘packaging fail’?
In April, we reported on the overwhelmingly negative consumer feedback to Sainsbury’s new vacuum packs for its beef mince range – which the retailer implemented in a bid to reduce its usage of plastic. In this article, Robert Lilienfeld, founder and executive director of sustainable packaging…
Amcor dedicates seed funding to Michigan State University start-ups in search of new packaging innovations
Amcor has launched a Lift-Off session dedicated to Michigan State University (MSU), providing packaging-related start-ups from the university and its wider network the chance to win up to $250,000 in seed funding.
A deeper exploration of self-adhesives
Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives was formed following the merger of Ritrama, Arconvert, Manter and Acucote – creating a division that is specifically focused on the design and production of self-adhesive materials. We ask Fernando Giron, Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives Commercial Director, about the key drivers…
A deep dive into Extended Producer Responsibility
In our latest podcast, we take a closer look at Extended Producer Responsibility. Elisabeth Skoda speaks with Gillian Carside-Wight, consulting director at Aura. In our latest podcast, we take a closer look at Extended Producer Responsibility. EPR policies generally shift the waste management cost…
Leibinger unveils ‘plug and print’ intelligent coding and marking system
Leibinger has unveiled the IQJET – which claims to be the world’s first intelligent coding and marking system and is set to apply direct coding and marking to products and packaging in the FMCG and industrial sectors – at this year’s interpack.