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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Avery Dennison CleanFlake Portfolio hopes to improve rigid plastic recyclability
Avery Dennison Label and Packaging Materials claims that its new combination of recycling technology will enhance the circularity of packaging by improving the recyclability of rigid plastics.
EyeC upgrades print inspection software for enhanced precision and user experience
EyeC has introduced the Proofiler Version 4.2 with an update that offers Braille and code inspections for embossing and labels, as well as additional software modifications to enhance precision and user experience.
TOMRA launches ‘market’s smallest’ reverse vending machine for convenience stores
TOMRA has launched what it says is the market’s smallest reverse vending machine for glass, aluminium and plastic containers, which is aimed at providing a plug-and-play solution for smaller retailers to participate in deposit return schemes.
Finalist interview: HelloFresh’s system for enhancing the thermal performance of recipe delivery boxes
HelloFresh’s Systematic Cooling Concept (SCC) was developed in-house with the aim of optimising the efficiency and thermal performance of the recipe box delivery service’s packaging. We spoke to HelloFresh about the system, which is shortlisted in the ‘E-commerce’ category of our Sustainability…
TIPA and Aquapak collaboration aims to develop new compostable film solutions
A new collaboration will see TIPA incorporate Aquapak’s water-soluble polymer technology with the aim of delivering high-barrier and PVDC-free compostable films for packaging.
Etma announces Tube of the Year 2022 winners
The European Tube Manufacturers Association (Etma) has announced the winners of its annual Tube of the Year competition, with each category showcasing innovations in design, weight and material reduction, and recyclability.
Iceland and Parkside collaborate on recyclable paper pouch for frozen seafood range
Iceland has partnered with Parkside to replace the LDPE bag for its frozen seafood range with a recyclable paper pouch, which features water-based coatings that reportedly break down during the re-pulping process.
Plant-based sachet can control ripening and microbial growth of different produce
As every government, agency and environmental group keeps telling us, food waste is a monumental problem. Globally, 1.3 billion tons of food is lost or wasted every year, or 30% of total production by most estimates. But maybe you did not realise that that is an amount equal to the weight of 217…
PPG announces next-generation, bisphenol-free beverage can coating
PPG has announced the next generation of its acrylic internal spray coating for aluminium beverage cans, which does not use bisphenol-A or bisphenol starting substances and reportedly offers enhanced application properties.
SICK develops sensor bar for conveyors aimed at preventing unplanned downtime
SICK has developed a new Roller Sensor Bar designed for quick and easy installation, high sensing performance, and preventing conveyor jams that can cause unplanned downtime in packaging, parcel sorting, and logistics hubs.
UV blacklight label on new craft beer can reveals hidden images
Turner Labels, a US label converter based in Kentucky, recently announced an innovative label collaboration with Mirror Twin Brewing (MTB). With the help of an HP Indigo 6900 digital press, the companies have developed a craft beer can label utilizing blacklight UV ink.
Frugalpac partners with Greenall’s to offer gin in paper-based bottle
Greenall’s Original London Dry Gin is now available in Frugalpac’s paper bottle, which features a food-grade plastic pouch containing the gin that can be separated from the paperboard and both parts recycled respectively depending on local recycling facilities.