Emerson's engineers have created a sensing device capable of detecting gas leaks in bottles, cans and modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) at line speeds, using laser technology developed by Cascade Technologies, a Stirling, Scotland-based spinoff of the University of Strathclyde.
Bostik adhesives developed anti-fog coatings for flexible film lids that stop water droplets from forming and extend freshness of refrigerated foods with moisture, such as produce.
The minds behind food packaging innovations offered creations this year that solved tricky storage situations, cut use of plastics, paper and other resources, and showcased products with stunning design.
Nestlé Waters North America will use 25 percent recycled plastic for packaging in U.S. products by 2021, trying to increase its role in addressing the country’s recycling challenges.
A new product called Split puts together the classic combo of peanut butter and jelly (or almond butter and preserves) in a single snack pack that separates the two in squeezable compartments.
Starbucks and WestRock completed a pilot to recycle fiber from 25 million coffee cups for new cups.
Recycled paper company Sustana invested in pulping equipment to remove polyethylene liners from the cups and save the fiber, which was mixed into paperboard at WestRock’s mill in Evadale, Texas. Large rolls went to Seda packaging company for printing, cutting and forming.