"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.
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.
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.
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.
Damrak gin gets a new look for the US market
12 August, 2014Lucas Bols wanted to develop a line extension of its Damrak Dutch Gin as it sought to develop sales in the US, where sales of premium gins are on the rise, and in other selected European markets.
Perstorp Capa caprolactone biopolymer food contact approved in Europe
30 June, 2014Capa caprolactones, a biopolymer suitable for use in manufacturing bioplastics, has been food contact approved in Europe.
OCME Packetto packaging technology
24 June, 2014Packetto is a pack design technology that reduces the width and gauge of film used to produce shrink-wrap packs for bottles and cans, saving up to a claimed 35% of the film used.
Amcor N-Gage peelable lidding films
23 June, 2014Amcor has developed N-Gage, a range of high-barrier, peelable lidding films which seal directly onto APET trays.
LINPAC Packaging LINslice absorbent EPS base
18 June, 2014LINPAC Packaging has developed LINslice, an absorbent EPS base suitable for products such as sliced smoked salmon and pre-cooked meats.
DuPont lidding film with PET-based sealing layer
17 June, 2014DuPont has developed a lidding film with a PET-based sealing layer, which directly seals to mono-APET trays.
