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Attendee-friendly features enhance Vegas trade show

PACK EXPO is a comprehensive source of packaging and processing technologies, education and networking.

Wayne Labs

September 11, 2013

More than 1,600 exhibitors and 26,000 attendees will be present.

Packaging

Arla switches to PET for milk bottle and adds high-seal closure

The fresh milk and cream supplier will switch from one-liter gable top cartons to one-liter PET bottles.

September 11, 2013

The goal is to improve customer ability to use and reclose packaging tightly.

Packaging

Winning flexible packages validate consumer preferences

New approaches to easy-open and easy-close containers highlight association’s annual awards competition.

Mikell Knights

September 11, 2013

Environmental and sustainability achievements were honored.

TECH FLASH

PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2013 provides path to food safety, better branding and more

PACK EXPO will demonstrate new processing and packaging technologies to help manufacturers stay competitive.

Shane O'Halloran

August 28, 2013

Here's a preview of some of show highlights for PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2013.

TECH FLASH

Attract and Inform: Using graphic enhancements to differentiate packaged goods and highlight important product information

Today’s average consumer is much more aware of what information is required on CPG packages.

Shane O'Halloran

August 14, 2013

Many consumers seek out local or organic goods or products that fit their dietary restrictions.

TECH FLASH

Modified atmosphere packaging can help meet logistical challenges while improving freshness

MAP packaging does not affect taste or nutrition the way heat sterilization and freezing do.

August 14, 2013

Gases commonly used in preservation include oxygen, carbon dioxide and nitrogen.

Packaging

Goya converts from glass to PET

The largest Hispanic-owned food company in the US is converting the packaging for its marinade product line from glass to PET bottles.

Mikell Knights

August 7, 2013

The switch delivers significant performance and cost advantages along with sustainability benefits and a significantly reduced carbon footprint.

Food Packaging

Sustainability a highlight at DuPont packaging awards

Materials that prolong shelf life, enhance recyclability or add a repellent quality top the winners list.

Mikell Knights

August 7, 2013

Modified air packaging and material-reducing redesigns were among those recognized.

TECH FLASH

Digital printing poised for growth

Next generation printing technologies offer shorter lead times and lower cost.

July 30, 2013

We discuss the future of digital printing technologies with Kate Achelpohl, director of member communications at PMMI.

TECH FLASH

US canned foods market declines

With the US recession ending, many consumers are trading back up to more expensive foods.

Shane O'Halloran

July 15, 2013

Sales were flat in 2012 and are predicted to decline.

The State of Food Manufacturing in 2025

Arkansas Processor Recalls 6M Eggs Over Salmonella Risk

PepsiCo to Close Two Florida Facilities

Events

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Decarbonizing Process Heat: What You Should Know and Next Steps

On Demand Driven by climate goals, business risk, client interest, and resilience considerations, food and beverage companies are increasingly turning their attention to decarbonizing their production processes.

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