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…
Domino Printing Sciences has launched its N610i-R digital retrofit module, designed to incorporate digital printing technology into existing hybrid printing flexographic lines and optimise capital, waste, and space.
Lecta will showcase a range of sustainability-minded facestock products, release liners, solutions for pressure-sensitive applications, and more at LabelExpo 2023.
Ahlstrom is extending its Acti-V range of high-performance release liners with new products containing recycled and unbleached fibre content, intended for Pressure Sensitive Adhesive (PSA) laminates and labels.
At Labelexpo Europe 2023, Avery Dennison will reveal two new decorative linerless solutions for pressure-sensitive labels featuring patented micro-perforation technology and its latest progress in connected packaging powered by its atma.io product cloud – setting its sights on both traceability…
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 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.
Mitsubishi HiTec Paper will reveal new coated specialty papers – including thermal and inkjet papers for label applications and barrier papers for flexible food and non-food packaging – at Labelexpo Europe 2023.
Securikett seeks to prevent illegal product refills by applying its HighContrast technology to security closure labels for the tamper-proof sealing of packaging with screw caps or hinged closures.
After his presentation at Sealed Air’s PACK DIGITAL event in March this year, we spoke to Adobe’s Principal Cloud Consultant Matteo Oriani about the ways Adobe’s Experience Cloud and other digital solutions can be used to facilitate packaging design and create personalised experiences.
Avery Dennison has introduced four labelling papers reportedly made from recycled pulp and alternative fibres aimed at the premium packaging segment including wine and spirits, craft beverages, gourmet food, beauty and fragrances.
UPM Raflatac has announced the launch of its new collection of wine, spirits and beverage label materials, Rêverie 3, that apparently uses recycled fibres. The company says Rêverie 3 offers packaging designers labels made with materials from FSC® certified (FSC C012530) forests, recycled materials…
