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Survey Reveals Continued Strong Interest in Connected Packaging in 2024

In the survey, 88% of respondents claim to be planning a connected packaging campaign this year, and 78% of respondents believe connected packaging will improve business sustainability credentials.




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2024 State of Converting

As part of our 2024 “State of Converting” outreach to the industry, The Packaging Group from BNP Media sought input from leading converters to gain perspective on the current EPR legislative climate.




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2024 State of Flexible Packaging

As part of our 2024 "State of Flexible Packaging" initiative, The Packaging Group from BNP Media reached out to leading converters for their input on the current EPR legislative climate.




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Neopac to Debut Polyfoil® Mono-Material Barrier (MMB) Mini tubes at CPHI Milan

Now available in downsized diameters of 13.5-16mm, the tiny tubes expand Neopac’s award-winning line of high-barrier mono-material solutions, and amount to a significant advancement in sustainability-minded high-barrier packaging technology.




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Iwata Label USA to Showcase Protective Labels for Vials at PACK EXPO 2024

At its Booth W-19027, the company will showcase Vial Protect Pack II, a robust, multilayer vial protection/labeling solution for high-value or high-potency drug applications whose container breakage rates must be near-zero.




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DuPont Announces Winners of Tyvek® Sustainable Healthcare Packaging Awards

This annual awards program recognizes leaders across the healthcare industry who are embracing and driving sustainability throughout the packaging lifecycle.




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SÜDPACK's PharmaGuard® Wins Swiss Packaging Award in Sustainability Category

This innovative film concept is seen as a pioneering packaging solution for solid pharmaceutical products or nutraceuticals. 




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WD-40 Specialty Line Gets Redesigned for Easy Recognition

The WD-40 Specialist ® line (launched in 2011) of professional-grade lubricants, penetrants, greases, cleaners and degreasers, and rust-management solutions, has an opportunity to be identified on the shelves faster by end users wiith new packaging.




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Surdry North America brings cutting-edge retort solutions to PACK EXPO 2024

Company will highlight its exclusive Continuous Sterilizer technology, which allows simultaneous processing of various package types and sizes – including cans, jars, and pouches – in the same equipment.




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Tyson / Hillshire’s Storm Lake facility storms back after massive fire in 2014

Rule No. 1 in journalism is to avoid reliance upon clichés when writing feature stories.




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The PACK EDGE | Episode 4

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




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Novolex® Appoints Ted Jackson as President of Performance Solutions Segment

Jackson assumes this role after rising through a series of positions with increasing responsibility within Novolex and, before joining the company, broad experience in general operations and consulting. 




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PMMI Honors Young Professionals with 2024 On the Rise Awards

Next generation of leaders honored for accomplishments and commitment to the packaging and processing industry.




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Registration Opens for Labelexpo Americas 2024

Returning to Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois, from September 10-12, the biennial show promises hundreds of live demonstrations, new show features, a one-day conference program and more. 




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All4Labels opens first factory in Northeast Brazil

The Global Packaging Group is growing in the South and Central Americas Region with a new hub of excellence for pressure sensitive labels, with plans for expansion into digital printing.




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Winners of Label Industry Global Awards 2024 Announced

The winners of the Label Industry Global Awards 2024 were announced at Parkway Bank Park in Rosemont, Illinois, during the first evening of Labelexpo Americas 2024.




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All4Labels STARFLAKE recognized by APR for innovative pressure-sensitive labels

Recognition marks a significant step forward in enabling the recycling of plastic bottles and underscores All4Labels’ commitment to driving the development of sustainable practices in the label industry.




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Beontag celebrates 40 years of operation

This milestone, marking more than four decades of innovation and success, also represents a new era of excellence for the brand, as the company continues its expansion journey, solidifying its global presence and driving transformative business growth.




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Schreiner MediPharm to Highlight RFID Label Solutions at PACK EXPO 2024

Schreiner MediPharm's new RFID label comprises an integrated digital sealing function whose design irreversibly indicates a container’s initial opening, and enables automated integrity tracking.




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Global Packaging Adhesives Market to See CAGR of 5.4% to 2026

The global packaging adhesives market is projected to register a CAGR of over 5 percent in terms of value during the forecast period 2017–2026. The first five-year cumulative revenue is projected to be U.S. $40,237.5 Mn, which is expected to increase over second five years.




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Nounós Creamery Embraces Recyclable Packaging for Greek Yogurt Offerings

This move aligns with the growing consumer demand for sustainable products and showcases Nounós' dedication to not just the quality of their yogurt, but also to the health of the planet.




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Global Pet Care Market to Reach $241.1 Billion by 2026

The market growth is facilitated by increasing shift from traditional foods toward gourmet options, prompting brands to offer innovative products.




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ProAmpac Launches QUADFLEX® Recyclable LFQ for Pet Food, Other Applications

This large-format quad-seal pouch is designed to meet the growing demand for recyclable packaging solutions for premium pet food, lawn and garden care, and dry foods for products up to 40 lbs.




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PetSmart Launches In-Store Recycling Program with TerraCycle®

The PetSmart Pet Food & Treat Bags Free Recycling Program is now in 100 PetSmart stores across Arizona and New Jersey.




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Books on Psychological Assessment and Testing (41-80) - AssessmentPsychology.com

Buy best selling titles on psychological assessment and testing (41-80/130)




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Next-Gen Packaging Market to Surpass U.S. $4.4 Mil by 2027

The global next-generation packaging market was estimated to be valued at more than U.S. $3.3 billion in revenue in 2019 and is predicted to grow at a CAGR of 3.7% during 2020 to 2027, reports a new market study by Coherent Market Insights.




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Primera unveils PL400 pouch labeler offering both precision and high speed

The semi-automatic labeling machine is engineered to provide businesses with a fast and reliable solution for applying labels to unfilled pouches, envelopes, and flat bags.




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Matrix, Bartelt Exhibit Efficient Pet Care Packaging at Petfood Forum 2024

Show attendees can see how ProMach’s new Pet Care Solutions Team is bringing seamless processing and packaging solutions to the pet care industry.




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Vault49 Launches 'Uniquely Bahamian' Design for Ricardo Rum's New RTD Line

Leading consumer groups and getting involved in taste tests during the product development phase, Vault49 uncovered what it really means to be ‘Uniquely Bahamian’




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Inline Plastics Launches New Safe-T-Fresh® 7-inch Rounds

Designed with Inline Plastics’ Safe-T-Fresh® technology, each package features tamper evident and tamper resistant seals to keep all food safe and secure.




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NJM to Debut Automatic Label Splicing System at PACK EXPO 2024

Ensuring uninterrupted production, Unisplice maximizes efficiency, simplifies operation and eliminates downtime to achieve a superior ROI.




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Two Out of 34 Ain't Bad

I recently stumbled across an article on LinkedIn News titled, “34 Big Ideas that will change our world in 2024.” Even before reading the article, I thought, “I bet at least one of these 34 Big Ideas pertains to packaging.” I was right.





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The Mergers & Acquisitions Outlook for 2024

Packaging Strategies spoke with Thomas Blaige, founder of Blaige Industry Analytics LLC, and Ron Giordano, a senior executive adviser at Blaige, to get an overview of M&A in the packaging industry.




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Hands-On Experience: Insights from Labelexpo Americas 2024

Labelexpo Americas 2024 in Rosemont, Illinois, was a key event for the label and package printing industry, featuring over 450 exhibitors. It offered live demonstrations and showcased the latest advancements in machinery and materials, underscoring its significance as a premier platform for industry innovation and networking since 1989.




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McIlhenny Company Enlists R.A Jones Cartoners for TABASCO® Products

McIlhenny returned to R.A Jones to upgrade its production lines with four new Legacy CS-600 ultra high-speed Horizontal End Load Cartoners.





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Eco-Products® Creates New Foodservice Product Line for Compostable Packaging Identification

All cups, lids, containers and cutlery in the new Veridian™ line feature the word “Compostable,” display the BPI Certification Mark signifying that the material is compostable, and include green or brown identification elements like tinting and striping that further help distinguish them from their non-compostable counterparts. 




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Klöckner Pentaplast Earns RecyClass Traceability Certification for Trays

The closed loop module was developed at kp's production site in Pravia, Spain.




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Coveris to Debut Hot-to-Go Packaging Solutions at lunch! 2024

lunch!, the definitive event for food-to-go, serves as the perfect platform for Coveris to showcase its commitment to developing innovative and sustainable packaging for the sector.




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Eco-Products® Launches Reusable Foodservice Containers

The new containers, called Veda, feature proprietary tracking and collection technology created by OZZI®, a leading reusable systems and container brand.




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Keebler, Kinder Joy launch 'Despicable Me 4' collaboration

The movie-inspired packaging includes Fudge Stripes and Kinder Joy eggs.




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Wonderful® Pistachios Unveils Get Crackin’ Packaging Refresh

The updated In-Shell packaging design showcases the Wonderful Pistachios brand logo more prominently, while the addition of a new “Protein Power” logo reinforces the health benefits of pistachios. 




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Serpa to Highlight FG1 Top Load Carton/Tray/Case Former at PACK EXPO 2024

The FG1 Top Load Carton/Tray/Case Former is one of Serpa’s most versatile machines.




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Once Upon a Farm Sees Growth with SOMIC's 424 W3 Wraparound Case Packing System

Prior to purchasing the pair of SOMIC case packing systems, Once Upon a Farm’s co-packers used manual labor to handle the products.




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Sidel unveils StarLITE®R, a 100% rPET bottle for carbonated soft drinks

New offering benefits from the company’s deep understanding of recycled PET resin characteristics and their impact on bottle production.




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Denmark's Paboco to produce fully recyclable paper bottles at new facility in 2024

ALPLA, which in early October became majority shareholder of Paboco, is investing in ramping up manufacturing capacity.




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Estathé® Partners with Crown to Launch Engaging Summer Promotion in Cans

Marketing campaign depicts a cast of funny and typical beach characters with whom consumers have likely interacted, and asks, “And you, what beach type are you?”




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7UP® Refreshes Branding, Debuts 'Level Up With 7UP' Campaign

The new campaign forms part of the wider #LEVELUPWITH7UP platform that has been rolled out across various regions worldwide – solidifying 7UP as a versatile plus-one to any gathering.




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PPC Announces Winners of 2024 North American Paperboard Packaging Competition

Winners included Smurfit Westrock’s PETCollar™ Shield Plus, a sustainable alternative to plastic in the multi-pack beverage segment.




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ORBIS Launches 40x48 Odyssey® 3-Runner Pallet to Improve Handling Efficiency

New rackable pallet supports heavy loads, provides load stability and features unique design qualities to streamline operations.




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Wow Factor: 41 Winners of the German Packaging Award 2024

Awards were presented in the categories of Design, Functionality & Convenience, Logistics & Material Flow, Sustainability, and more. The awards are a precursor to the Gold Awards that will be announced in September.