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…
Pregis has developed what it says is a “first-of-its-kind” paper cushioning conveyance system that uses air ducts instead of conveyor belts to improve ergonomics and speed.
Industry 4.0, the automation of manufacturing and industrial processes with smart technology, featuring machine-to-machine communication and the internet of things, is omnipresent in the packaging industry. Elisabeth Skoda gains insights from two major players in the field.
Josephine Coombe, Managing Director of Nulogy in Europe, discusses expectations for digitalisation in 2022, and the role it will play in tackling supply chain challenges for contract packers, manufacturers, and brands alike.
The Proseal CP3 automatic case packaging system, initially developed as a prototype for Angus Soft Fruits, has reportedly handled over 8 million trays since it began operating over a year ago.
Cortec Laboratories has developed a new recyclable speciality film, EcoSonic VpCl Static Dissipative Stretch Film, for applications where static discharge could result in dangerous packaging conditions, such as electronics and fertilisers.
The medical packaging equipment specialist Shawpak has introduced a 4 side-seal pouch machine designed for the packaging of flat medical products, offering speeds of up to 4000 packs per hour.
The All-in-One Inspection Unit from WIPOTEC-OCS combines X-ray for foreign objects detection and precision checkweighing in a single vision system that can also verify label placement, barcode legitimacy, film detection, and validation of expiration.
We spoke with Robert Hughes, co-founder of SCALIZE, a software solution for project teams across the FMCG packaging design process that provides automated analysis of packaging dimensions to help reduce material costs and boost sustainability.
MULTIVAC is adding three new traysealer models to its TX8 series, with the range’s new format width especially suited to packaging products such as ready meals in large trays while offering optimum output and digital solutions.
Davis-Standard has expanded its portfolio with two new machines: the CHP, a new compact extruder designed for extrusion coating applications, and the SHO extruder with an innovative groove feed solution.
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.
The portfolio of cup filling and sealing machines from Syntegon subsidiaries Ampack GmbH, Germany, and Osgood Industries, LLC, USA has been extended with the new LFS filling machine for the dairy and food industry.
