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…
WeighPack has unveiled its new, high-precision checkweighing machine, aiming to weigh products such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, precious metals, and cannabis pre-rolls with an accuracy of 0.01g while reducing waste via reuse.
Ishida has unveiled an X-ray inspection system that combines sensor and image processing technology to detect small and low-density foreign bodies inside a pack and support manufacturers in achieving high productivity rates.
AMP Robotics uses automation and artificial intelligence (AI) to sort materials within waste streams. We asked CEO Matanya Horowitz how this works, how data can be utilised and the ways automated sorting could impact the packaging industry.
Clearmark has engineered a new Overprinting Watchstrap Labeller (OWL) system to apply watchstrap labels to net and weave packaging applications, including packaging for citrus fruits, seasonal confectionery, and firewood, without damaging the bands.
Plastic packaging and recycling company Plastipak has announced the opening of its new recycling facility in Toledo, Spain, which will convert PET flake into food-grade recycled PET (rPET) pellets suitable for direct use in new preforms, bottles and containers.
Bradfords and Tarmac are trialling the use of returnable LOOP pallets to move goods between their businesses and to some Bradfords customers across Somerset.
TNA has added the brand-new TNA auto-splice 3 to its packaging portfolio. The innovation is designed to sit alongside the TNA robag 3e, a vertical form, fill and seal food packaging solution that was launched in 2021.
Inkjet technology manufacturer Xaar has launched its new printhead, the Xaar Aquinox, which aims to improve print quality, nozzle open time and energy efficient operation for aqueous inkjet printing.
Tray and sandwich-sealing machinery company MPE UK Ltd is launching a new range of denesters that it says are compatible with nearly all types of packaging material and machinery.
Sealed Air has launched its first ready-to-roll paper wrapping systems, aimed at streamlining packaging supply for low- and medium-volume e-commerce retailers and fulfilment companies.
European supply chains are facing intense pressure under the strain of various social and political disruptions. For Phil Reuben, executive director at SCALA, adaptation is the way forward. In this article, he weighs in on the progress supply chains can make to work towards survival in turbulent…
Meler, YourGluingSolutionsPartner, has introduced Raptor Handy, a new hand-held hot melt applicator from its specialist brand Raptor that aims to optimise and facilitate glueing processes.
