FoodTrack nutrient labelling database now online
24 July, 2020FoodTrack is now available on an online platform that is designed to help Australian food manufacturers analyse market trends and opportunities.
Pregnancy warning label will be mandatory
20 July, 2020Australian and New Zealand food ministers approved a mandatory pregnancy label recommended by FSANZ on Friday in a vote that was split 6–4.
Robatech SpeedStar Compact hot-melt adhesive application head
23 June, 2020The SpeedStar Compact hot-melt adhesive application head from Robatech has small installation dimensions and provides speed and high precision over its service life.
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.
