Innopack Global packaging material supplier
20 January, 2015Innopack Global is a provider of fully decorated polypropylene pails, decorated tinplate boxes and cans, and printed die-cut cartons, all in minimum order quantities shipped from the company's facilities in China.
Milliken Millad NX 8000 clarifying agent for polypropylene
13 January, 2015Milliken's Millad NX 8000 clarifying agent for polypropylene (PP) increases the aesthetics of current PP materials, allowing even thicker parts to approach the clarity of glass or amorphous polymers.
Foster Packaging Flat Bottom Pouch
22 December, 2014Foster Packaging has developed the Flat Bottom Pouch, combining the features of the Quad Seal Bag and the Self Standing Pouch.
KM Packaging Services steam venting film
16 December, 2014KM Packaging Services has launched a steam venting product for ovenable meals and snacks.
Study examines transfer of packaging ink to food
10 December, 2014A study published in the peer-reviewed journal Dyes and Pigments investigates the migration of printing inks from food contact materials (FCMs).
UPM Raflatac 149 DF deep-freeze adhesive for food-safe labelling
04 December, 2014UPM Raflatac has launched 149 DF deep-freeze adhesive for the European market.
"A weak skim latte - no gravity thanks"
02 December, 2014Astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) may soon have access to the simple pleasure of a daily espresso, thanks to a new cup designed specifically to defy the low-gravity environment.
Sirane Smart-Release microwave multi-compartment steam-cooking bag
26 November, 2014Sirane Smart-Release is a microwave multi-compartment steam-cooking bag which allows the retailer to keep food separate until the moment during cooking they want it to combine.
High BPA? Could be the receipt, not the packaging
29 October, 2014Research shows that using skincare products dramatically increases the absorption of BPA from cash register receipts.
DFC Packaging Delight hybrid ovenable trays
23 October, 2014DFC Packaging has introduced the Delight range of packaging trays that enable users to use colour and shape to enhance their brand image while still remaining environmentally responsible.
'Difficult' tins provide an opportunity for new packaging types
22 October, 2014A survey by market research company Canadean has found that one in five consumers consider tinned food difficult to open. The researchers see this as an opportunity for the development of new packaging types to meet the growing demand for convenience.
The top three functional additives in the plastic packaging market
25 September, 2014 by Smithers PiraThere is rapidly increasing demand for packaging materials that give even greater protection to their contents. Functional additives are an important technology in meeting this demand for greater product protection in the plastic packaging market.
Sirane invests to keep pace with growth in cooking-bag market
09 September, 2014Packaging manufacturer Sirane has invested in two new machines and additional manufacturing capacity to keep pace with global interest in cooking-bag solutions.
Drinking-fudge dispenser gives Maxi-yum effect
09 September, 2014UK fudge specialist Fudge Kitchen chose the Maxi Dispenser from Rieke Dispensing for the catering version of its highly viscous Drinking Fudge.
Cider brand looks to glass for an image upgrade
26 August, 2014When looking to differentiate their cider in an increasingly competitive category, a US winery chose to relaunch the product in a shareable 750 ml glass bottle.
