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Mikell Knights

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A free app from PTI lets users calculate the recyclability of their PET containers
Packaging

Know the recycling impact of your PET container

The PET Packaging Recycling Calculator app is free for iPhone and Android.
Mikell Knights
December 5, 2013

Packaging manufacturers continue to push performance boundaries, but oftentimes little consideration is given to the impact on the recycling stream.


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Thermochromatic inks from CTI display a "return-to-fridge" message
Packaging

Food packaging technology: package indicators increase food safety

New "reveal inks" provide return to fridge reminders for products like milk and yogurt.
Mikell Knights
December 5, 2013

 FSIS recommends refrigerated food be thrown out if left out for more than two hours. 


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The standard stay-on tab for beverage cans will be challenged by can2close's  patent-pending innovation
Packaging

Reseal your beverage cans

A new resealable closure solution for beverage cans allows the consumer to portion canned beverages.
Mikell Knights
December 5, 2013

 A larger opening releases more aroma and flavor, and accomodates a straw. 


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Munson Machinery's rotary batch mixer
Dry Processing Technology

Whole Bean Blending

A change in batch blending technology helped a coffee maker perk up product quality.
Mikell Knights
December 5, 2013

The wire-type batch blender the company used to mix the beans damaged them during the blending operation. 


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eFactory Pro, a web-based CMMS system from ATS
Maintenance Technology

Proactive maintenance management

Processors move from calendar-based checks and reports to condition monitoring of assets in real time.
Mikell Knights
November 8, 2013

 Predictive and preventive maintenance tools help to reduce unplanned downtimes of critical equipment.


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KM Packaging Solutions' new polyester-based film laminate
Packaging

Lidding extends shelf life of premium chilled goods

The polyester-based film laminate achieves performance requirements and seal security while extending product shelf life to 28 days.
Mikell Knights
November 8, 2013

 The lidding material can withstand rigorous retort manufacturing processes while maintaining reliable seal integrity and peelability. 


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Packaging for a bagel bucket was redesigned with 100 percent renewable materials
Packaging

Package update raises bagel maker’s efficiencies

Einstein Noah restaurant group needed a new, sustainable box that would make loading more efficient.
Mikell Knights
November 8, 2013

 The new packages will save money, boost efficiency, lower the restaurant group’s carbon footprint and showcase its bagels and cream cheese. 


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A new award-winning package design from SIG Combibloc
Packaging

Packaging’s first foldable bottle

The award-winning design combines the features of a carton pack with the features of a bottle and performs as an aseptic package.
Mikell Knights
November 8, 2013
The product won two European packaging awards this year.
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Phase change materials (PCMs) can absorb, store and release a large capacity of energy
Packaging

Packaging savings derived from bio-based materials

A new thermal solution is designed to keep products hot, warm, cool or cold while saving up to 35 percent in heating/cooling costs.
Mikell Knights
October 11, 2013

 The technology relies onrenewable phase change materials (PCMs), compounds that liquefy and solidify at specific temperatures. 


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The biomass system at the General Mills Fridley facility
Green Series

Fossil-free fueling

Renewable energy from the sun to the soil is fueling alternative energy solutions.
Mikell Knights
October 9, 2013

 Manufacturers can reduce their carbon footprint and grab sustainability awards by implementing energy solutions that rely on solar power. 


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