Allergen labelling errors: call for stricter packaging rules
23 June, 2020Packaging and labelling errors on food products are causing too many allergic reactions and rules need to tighten, according to a University of Melbourne researcher.
Addressing lack of science with food date labels
20 May, 2020US researchers have come together with the goal of clarifying the lack of science behind food date labels, and in the process reduce food waste.
Winners of the 2020 PIDA awards announced virtually
15 May, 2020Lobster protection packaging and easy-to-open milk were gold award winners at the 2020 PIDA Awards announced 'virtually' in May.
Packaging with creases: imperfection with intention
13 May, 2020A label with creases is mostly a 'no-no', but for one chocolate liqueur manufacturer this imperfectionism is intentional to evoke an impression of being made by hand.
Foodmach launches new Code One all-inclusive reliability package
07 May, 2020Foodmach, in partnership with Markem-Imaje, has launched the Code One package, designed to increase equipment reliability for coding and labelling activities.
Cold-chain sticker indicates spoilt food
08 April, 2020A low-cost nanofibre sticker has been devised for food products to certify refrigeration succession in a food-supply chain.
Metal detector with cutting-edge multi-spectrum technology — CEIA
01 April, 2020Leading food processing and packaging manufacturer Heat and Control, understands the importance of choosing the right inspection systems.
Call for regulation on interactive product labels
31 March, 2020Interactive food labels need stronger regulations, according to a study by University of Exeter.
Proposed pregnancy warning labels rejected
23 March, 2020Food Forum Ministers have rejected draft recommendations for mandatory pregnancy warning labels, the Brewers Association of Australia comments.
2020 AIP Australasian Packaging Conference postponed
17 March, 2020The AIP has announced the postponement of the 2020 AIP Australasian Packaging Conference and all surrounding events, including the PKN Women in Packaging Breakfast.
Label Power OKI PRO1050 colour label printer with white toner
01 March, 2020The OKI PRO1050 UV-resistant colour label printer with white toner is now available from Label Power.
Markem-Imaje acquires brand protection specialist Systech
14 January, 2020Systech will become part of Markem-Imaje, bringing a range of products, including its Brand Protection Suite, into Markem-Imaje’s portfolio.
GM food needs definition
10 December, 2019FSANZ will redefine the code for genetically modified foods in 2020 following a report which concluded the current definitions were no longer fit for purpose and lacked clarity.
Wine industry steps closer to IP protection from copycats
06 December, 2019A Bill has been introduced to parliament in order to help the Australian wine industry reduce the risk associated with fraud through IP label theft.
Alfa Machine Thermo Form-Fill-Seal Machines
01 December, 2019The Alfa Machine Thermo Form-Fill-Seal (FFS) Machines are suitable for processing cups/tubs with label, cups with IML, cups/tubs without label, mini-portions and special shaped containers.
