Beontag is set to invest more than USD $60 million in equipment, machinery, and tenant improvements over the next two years to bring this manufacturing facility to the highest international operational standards that the company is known for around the world.

The site, which was announced in November last year, marks another step in a whirlwind 2024 for the expanding global company, which has just celebrated its 40th anniversary. 

Injection-molded cups that until now were made out of PP can now also be offered in up to 100% r-PET – an advantage of which is as much as a four-fold reduction in CO2e emissions compared to other materials.

The new preform design is qualified for 100% rPET content and also enables a low blowing pressure below 15 bars.

With commercial readiness expected just in time for Dairy Month (June), the facility can process up to 1 million pounds of local milk per day into shelf-stable and ESL milk and other liquid dairy products, many of which will be packaged in Tetra Pak® cartons.

The demand for sustainable products and packaging is only growing. With continuous innovations to packaging technologies, brands have many options for improving their packaging and reaching sustainably minded consumers.

Spee-Dee Packaging Machinery announced Mark Navin has been promoted to Vice President of Sales. Navin has been with the company for 25 years.

Toray Plastics (America) Inc. introduces new Lumirror® STM Soft-Touch Matte film, a unique, matte-coated polyester film technology that simplifies processing and enables the manufacture of a robust, upscale, soft-touch matte lamination.

Amcor, a global leader in packaging, collaborated with Nestlé to launch the world’s first recyclable flexible retort pouch. The new high-barrier pouch, using Amcor’s AmLite HeatFlex Recyclable solution, will first appear in stores in the Netherlands this month.

According to the FDA website: Midwestern Pet Foods, Inc. of Evansville, Ind. is expanding its December 30, 2020 voluntary recall of certain dog and cat food products produced in its Chickasha Operations Facility to include all dog and cat pet food products made with corn products because those products may contain aflatoxin levels that exceed acceptable limits.

A recent report by Packaged Facts estimates the overall U.S. pet food and treats market at $39 billion in 2020. Given the increase in pet adoption in 2020, seasoned and new pet parents alike are seeking the best options for their four-legged companions.

My pets eat healthier than I do. It's true. Before the era of Amazon, the only food delivery programs were diet plans. Way back in 2002, I thought it would be a good idea to order The Zone Diet home delivery program.

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

Contributing to a circular economy, the FlexiBag Reinforced range is recyclable where collection facilities and recycling systems for PE films are in place.

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.

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

Dozen’s Half & Half project is the first gold award won by Ukrainian designers at Pentawards since 2015 and only the second in the competition’s history.

Nestlé will produce more than a quarter of a million KitKat bars wrapped in paper in an exclusive partnership with Coles, a local retailer. The pack has a QR code which people can scan to have their say and give valuable feedback on the new paper packaging.

Offering a 12-month minimum shelf life, the new paper flow wrap solution is a huge step in the right direction to reducing the amount of chocolate packaging waste that ends up in landfill.

 Redesigned packaging features a "New & Improved" badge, setting the stage for a new chapter of growth for the brand.

The initiative is part of Mondelēz International’s efforts to pack ‘light and right’ in service of its global sustainable packaging goals. Saica’s flexible packaging business unit also has set ambitious circularity targets.

The new products will be presented at Sappi’s booth (Hall 4A, Stand 306) at this year’s FACHPACK (September 24-26) in Nuremberg, Europe’s central meeting place for the packaging industry and its users.

In response to consumer feedback, the brand's new packaging includes bold colors, playful typography, and fruit and candy illustrations. 

The solution integrates Eastman’s biobased and compostable Solus performance additives with BioPBS polymer to form a thin coating on UPM’s compostable and recyclable barrier base papers.

The Food Processing Suppliers Association (FPSA) today released its slate of packaging sessions as part of the PROCESS EXPO UNIVERSITY educational program taking place at Chicago's McCormick Place from September 15-18, 2015.

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A brief summary of major personality theories, including trait, psychodynamic, cognitive, and humanistic theories, and typologies and taxonomies of individual differences.

A brief overview that focuses on the symptoms, treatments, and research findings by the National Institute of Mental Health.

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An overview and perspective on genius by Dr. William E. Benet - keeping high IQ in perspective, genius and adjustment, Einstein's IQ, and the highest IQs in history.

Information about personality disorders and diagnostic classification, with DSM-IV-TR criteria.

TricorBraun has entered into a definitive stock purchase agreement with funds managed by Ares Management Corporation’s Private Equity Group and Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board, both of which will acquire a majority interest in the Company.

The long-time producer of pancake mixes and syrups changes its name to Pearl Milling Company, announces annual $1 million commitment to uplift black girls and women.

Perforations on shrink sleeves perform a number of functions. On neck bands, perforations make it difficult to open or tamper with a product without it being obvious to the consumer.

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.

Global counterfeiting is rampant. In addition to the obvious health and safety risks, it wastes resources and reduces trust in product integrity.

Rising labor prices and demand for supply chain integration are among factors behind the growth.

tna enables efficiency gains with the launch of the ‘Perfect Pair’ - the tna robag® 3e and tna auto-splice 3.

WeighPack has launched its newest vertical form, fill and seal machine for high-speed applications, the VF 1200 continuous motion bagger.

Waldner North America expert stresses the importance of choosing flexible machines that allow for efficient operations when changing between products and formats.

The RF Dispensing System features big performance and is available in several configurations to best suit unique requirements.

Leverwood is laser focused on high-quality blades that offer the cleanest, most precise cuts.

Automation by Rockwell, an award-winning educational platform on sustainable packaging, and pouch filling and sealing equipment are among the many packaging innovations to be on display.