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…
In the second of a series of industry insights into technological approaches to avoiding product recalls, Glen Oxborough, X-ray product manager from Ishida Europe, explores the potential impact of the problem in the food industry.
Tampering involves altering a product without the manufacturer’s knowledge. Within the food industry, baby food is a key target; notably, because of the emotional reaction it immediately brings from the potential risk to vulnerable infants
With its DP 230 direct web printer, MULTIVAC Marking & Inspection has brought the first model of its new generation of direct web printers onto the market.
The phenomenon of counterfeiting is growing remarkably internationally; a reality that concerns all sectors, but which takes on worrying dimensions in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries.
Labels made of ultra-destructible security films provide optimal protection from product tampering and the counterfeiting of branded articles. Once attached, they cannot be removed without tearing into tiny pieces.
An Ishida 14 head multihead weigher is providing the flexibility to handle a wide variety of dried fruits and nuts at many different target weights for a leading Russian snack food provider supplier FoodArt.
The Avery Dennison Complete Compliance service builds on its show theme of “Pioneering Change,” and offers converters significant time savings while “solving the compliance puzzle” required to meet all global regulatory requirements.
By the end of 2018 it is estimated that 75 per cent of the world’s prescription medicine will be protected by legislation - according to Thomas Körmendi (CEO of Kezzler).
Packaging with strong anti-counterfeit protection can enhance product revenues by tens of percent. However, it is critical to define the right strategy, selection of elements and not underestimate supporting activities such as customer communication.
Fast emerging processes including inkjet, UV LEDs, and electron beams, offer consumer goods companies a wider palette than ever to create impactful, safe, compliant packaging.
