The packaging machinery market is seeing an uptick in demand for rental machinery. There are three key drivers of this trend: flexibility, cost and return on investment. Continuously evolving consumer demands and the explosion of SKUs means that flexibility is paramount, particularly in the food and beverage markets.

PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, established the Packaging & Processing Women’s Leadership Network (PPWLN) to recruit, retain and advance women’s careers in packaging and processing.

When making the choice between premade pouches and form-fill-seal, OEMs should consider factors like run speed, changeovers and flexibility of package sizes handled, according to the 2019 Flexible Packaging Assessment by PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies.

Three experts from around the industry weigh in on the latest trends, technologies and practices that brands can leverage to effectively tackle multiplying stock keeping units (SKUs) and bolster efficiency, sustainability, security and brand experience through customization and personalization.

Industry experts foresee continue growth in the flexible packaging industry, fueled by two developments: increasing consumer demands for convenient packages, and an industry push for sustainable, shelf-ready product designs, according to the Flexible Packaging Market Assessment produced by PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies.

Sustainability impacts the conversation around packaging as consumers become progressively more aware of the impact brands have on the environment. Sustainability is especially important among younger consumers.

A recent headline in the Philadelphia Inquirer reading “Robots don’t get sick” succinctly summed up the current view of consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies during the COVID-19 pandemic when it comes to automation.

Sustainable solutions continue to be a top priority for consumer packaging goods (CPG) companies.

In this episode, our special guest is PMMI President and CEO, Jim Pittas. We discuss PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2021 including how many attendees and exhibitors he expects, the new exhibits, and how the pandemic changed tradeshows and the industry.

In this episode, PMMI experts discuss cybersecurity and what manufacturers need to do to address cyber threats and protect their operations and businesses, as manufacturing becomes increasingly connected and technologically advanced.

In our third episode, we discuss improving sustainability in the packaging industry, specifically the operational and material changes that can make a meaningful difference.

In this episode our experts discuss ways to overcome uncertainty and keep lines running despite ongoing challenges.

This episode tackles issues with recruitment and retention—a continual challenge for manufacturers across packaging. PMMI’s experts share strategies and resources for employee onboarding and engagement that can make employers stand out in today’s labor market.

PMMI has welcomed Delkor Systems’ Patty Andersen as the 2023 chairperson of the Board, marking the first time a woman has held the position in the association’s history. 

MillerCoors recently relaunched Mexican import beer brand Sol, and partnered with brand agency Soulsight to redesign a vibrant new look and feel.

Ardagh Group, Glass – North America, a division of Ardagh Group, has  achieved ISO 14001:2015 certification at its Dolton, Ill., facility. ISO 14001 is the internationally recognized standard for the environmental management of businesses.

Do you know how to prepare your packaging for the grocery side of e-commerce? This Q&A, with Tetra Pak's Alexandre de Souza Carvalho, will answer this question and more for food and beverage manufacturers, producers and retailers.

Strongbow Blossom Rosé Sparkling Apple Cider, for Carlton & United Breweries (part of the AB InBev family), aims to bring growth and inject excitement back into the cider category.

Nestlé Waters North America has signed an agreement with recycled PET plastic (rPET) supplier CarbonLITE, which will expand its U.S. operations by building a third facility in Pennsylvania.

Some consumer packaged goods brands have been asked by Amazon in recent months to overhaul their product packaging to be greener, sturdier and cheaper to ship, according to Forbes.

The glass container industry’s key indicators in North America remained generally stable between 2017 and 2018, with continued opportunities for growth in 2019 in the spirits, food and craft beverages markets.

Roberts PolyPro's next-generation craft-beer can carriers are now available, offering the ability to place customer branding or messaging directly on the carrier.

HEINEKEN Vietnam wanted to significantly increase the beer production output of its Tien Giang site. And they needed to do it quickly. Long-term partner Sidel offered a complete line project, featuring among other solutions, the new EvoFILL Can filler.

The Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI) names Nestlé Waters North America as its 2019 Design for Recycling® (DFR) Award winner, in recognition of its innovative use of recycled plastic and its product design centered on recycling.

Graduates of the 2020 high school class in Atlanta, Georgia, are going to be wearing their graduation garb made of recycled plastic bottles. Coca-Cola began collecting plastic bottles at its headquarters as part of Earth Day activities. The goal is to gather 7,000 bottles, enough to make graduation outfits for 200 graduates. 

With beer being such an outwardly simple phenomenon, surely packaging it is pretty straightforward. As it turns out, it’s trickier than you might think. Here are the five most common mistakes we’ve observed — and on occasion, rectified.

Through a healthy hydration program developed by the alliance, grants, recycling bins and thousands of bottles of water will be awarded to PTAs across the country with the goal to help families live healthier lives by encouraging them to choose water.

Colors are everywhere. They can affect our perceptions and the way we react to the world around us. Our brains respond to specific colors differently, and this can influence our mood, behavior and decision-making.

Amcor has adapted its design technology to develop the first polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles for pasteurized beer in Brazil.

ProMach has acquired Grip-Pak, provider of multipack handle solutions for beverage companies packaging their products in cans or bottles, as well as retailers and wholesale distributors looking to promote or repack their SKUs.

Graphic Packaging International (GPI) has developed KeelClip, a paperboard packaging solution for cans that offers sustainability advantages and merchandising benefits as compared to other packaging options. 

World Packaging Organisation has announced the 214 winners of the WorldStar Packaging Awards 2020. The judging session was held in Bali in November, during the 2nd WPO Board Meeting of 2019. 

Global brewers should see 5%-10% drop in can costs for 2020 as a result of declines in previously high aluminum prices after they had been a drag on profits for brewers in past two years; brewers in U.S., Western Europe, Japan set to benefit most.

Nestlé Waters North America’s ReadyRefresh by Nestlé delivery service has expanded its beverage portfolio as part of ReadyRefresh’s mission to deliver healthy, convenient and great-tasting hydration to its customers. 

Dalston’s Soda worked with B&B studio to design outer boxes for shipping that reinforce its ‘soda with soul’ brand positioning. The delivery boxes help create further brand love from existing online buyers, while introducing new consumers to the brand’s values and personality.

California passes first-in-the-nation law requiring plastic beverage containers to contain an increasing amount of recycled material — 15% by 2022.

Designed to safeguard glass bottles and cans during transit to eliminate damages, the NEW beerGUARD from Cullen is made from sustainable molded pulp. Lightweight and quick to pack, this innovative solution encases up to 12 products to offer the highest level of protection during shipping.

The new technology repurposes surplus barley straw into six-pack packaging material in a circular process.

The free webinar on Mar. 25 will examine the transition from plastic to paperboard for multipacks.

The company cites a study where its Fillbee reusable packaging cut CO₂ emissions by nearly two-thirds compared to conventional beverage packaging.

Going forward, Rauch brand beverages – whose bottles are made from 100% rPET – will also be presented in supermarkets in trays made of 70% PCR (post-consumer recycled) rPET material.

Packaging option is a 100% paper-based alternative to shrink wrap for bundling beverage multi-packs. 

Lavery will lead the company’s evolution through organic opportunities and M&A activities.

Company has temporary office space available and intends to have its Service, Engineering, Sales, IT and Administration departments set up and operating by January 5.

The new multimillion-dollar line, E23, promises to benefit both customers and employees as Cortec® Advanced Films continues to blaze new ground with an expanding portfolio of specialty film and bag products.

The addition of state-of-the-art thermoforming equipment at Amcor’s manufacturing plant in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, will support increasing demand from customers in the medical, pharmaceutical, and consumer health sectors.

Ecopol’s recently completed production facility in Griffin, Georgia, successfully began operations in fourth quarter 2023 and is now serving customers across North America.

Automation & Modular Components, LLC. (AMC) is a manufacturer of material handling automation systems with integrated controls, as well as conveyors for integration into assembly systems and production lines, headquartered in Davisburg, Michigan, USA.

In the newly created position, King is responsible for overseeing and leading the brand’s sales efforts.

Centre aims to help achieve global plastics sustainability goals by focusing on R&D collaboration and value chain-integrated solutions.