On 5 June, the European Commission published a Commission Notice providing further clarity about the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation in practice. We take a closer look at the document to understand its requirements in detail, including the current status of PFAS restrictions, the…
In this Innovation Spotlight, Dow outlines how its extrusion coating portfolio aims to support recyclability requirements and regulatory readiness, and how its collaboration with RDM Group demonstrates how lightweight polymer coatings can extend the use of fibre-based packaging into applications…
Behind every COVID-19 vaccine is a complex supply chain ensuring its safe and secure delivery. Almost two years on from the outbreak of COVID-19, we examine packaging’s contribution to this major turning point in the pandemic’s trajectory.
Pregis and inVia Robotics partner on a packaging fulfilment solution that apparently boosts the efficiency of automating pick, pack and replenish applications using artificial intelligence (AI) software.
The Gawis 4D from Agr International is now configured with the AF robotic handling system, which the company says can maximise laboratory throughput while achieving high measurement precision for preforms and bottles.
ATS Packaging Machinery has unveiled a new Gemini capping machine incorporating its high-precision tightening technology, which the company says is the most advanced available on the market.
Antalis Packaging announces a reusable pack designed to reduce waste and increase efficiency in the distribution of car parts for its partner, an aluminium die casting company that supplies the automotive value chain.
OMRON announces its new inspection system, the VT-S10 Series, which uses imaging technology and AI to automate high-precision processes for PCB sub-assemblies, apparently eliminating the need for specialist operator skills.
ExxonMobil has developed a new series of Exceed XP performance polyethylene (PE) grades, which it says will deliver “never seen before” levels of performance for stretch hood, primary packaging, collation shrink, and greenhouse films.
Flex Films, the film manufacturing arm of flexible packaging group UFlex, unveils its new patented BOPET high barrier film, F-UHB-M, which it says is designed to replace aluminium foil in flexible packaging applications.
RecyClass has unveiled its ‘Sorting Evaluation Protocol for Plastic Packaging’, which is geared towards companies that would like to analyse the recyclability and traceability of packaging innovations.
Food and packaging solutions specialists tna unveils the newest addition to its flagship vertical form fill and seal (VFFS) packaging system: tna robag 3e, which it says can deliver up to 250 bags per minute with wastage as low as 0.1%.
Beauty packaging manufacturer Quadpack announces new airless product portfolio, CANVAS Airless, which it says allows custom shapes with minimum lead time and reduced investment, while using 15% less plastic.
In the latest of our finalist interviews for our Sustainability Awards 2021, we learn about Syntegon Packaging Solutions B.V. and SABIC’s BOPE solution for frozen food.
