Edible coatings to extend shelf life of produce
20 September, 2024Researchers have identified a method for extending the shelf life of produce using an edible coating made from chitosan and beeswax.
Fibre-based caps and closures under testing for beverage bottles
19 September, 2024A sustainable option for bottle caps and closures has been developed using Pulpac's fibre-based ‘Dry Molded Fiber’ technology, which is currently being tested with Bottle Collective.
Schmackos dog treats now packaged with 60% recycled content
19 September, 2024Mars Petcare's dog food treat brand in Australia and NZ is now packaged using 60% recycled food-grade plastic.
GEA PowerPak 1000 thermoformer packaging machine
16 September, 2024 | Supplied by: GEA GroupGEA has released a thermoforming packaging machine especially for small and medium-sized companies in the food sector.
SmartPacker CX400 vertical pillow bag packaging machine
16 September, 2024 | Supplied by: GEA GroupThe SmartPacker CX400 vertical pillow bag packaging machine produces four different types of pouches for many different products.
Jet Technologies Aseptic Packaging Product Range
04 September, 2024 | Supplied by: Jet TechnologiesJet Technologies introduces its innovative Aseptic Packaging range, offering capacities from 3 to 1500 litres with diverse film structures and spout options.
On the pulse with sustainable packaging alternative to cans
28 August, 2024 | Supplied by: Tetra PakTetra Pak's Tetra Recart provides a sustainable packaging option for McKenzie's new range of wet pulses that is 60% lighter than cans.
Jet Technologies ShieldCycle coffee packaging solution
26 August, 2024 | Supplied by: Jet TechnologiesJet Technologies has released its ShieldCycle sustainable coffee packaging solution made from a polyolefin-based plastic structure.
Three Aussie manufacturers commercialise packaging solutions
21 August, 2024The three projects use advanced manufacturing technologies to deliver packaging solutions to the food and beverage, logistics and other industrial sectors.
APCO releases 2030 Strategic Plan
19 August, 2024The plan sets out a pathway for industry to take on greater responsibility for delivering the improvements needed to meet the 2025 National Packaging Targets.
FSANZ to advance nutrition labelling standards
14 August, 2024Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is set to begin scoping work for a review of front- and back-of-pack nutrition labelling standards.
What's the most sustainable packaging for your OJ?
12 August, 2024Which packaging would you choose as the most sustainable option for a single serve (350 mL) of orange juice: glass, aluminium can, plastic or carton?
HRS to showcase processing solutions at Propak Indonesia
08 August, 2024 | Supplied by: HRS Heat Exchangers Pty LtdHRS Heat Exchangers has developed a wide range of turnkey line solutions that will be on display at Propak Indonesia.
Cracking the nut: food processing automation at Freedom Fresh
02 August, 2024SCARA robots from Shibaura Machine provide the key for a food manufacturer to automate its macadamia nut packaging process.
Call for better food labelling: mandating HSR not enough
02 August, 2024A diet expert has raised concerns that food labelling regimes in Australia are falling short and mandating HSR may not be enough.
