Crystal Lindell

Beverage Packaging

How a vodka brand was convinced to use plastic bottles

Polish vodka brand Sobieski works with Greiner Packaging to create plastic Vodka bottles

January 5, 2017

It may seem surprising to see vodka in a plastic bottle, but that’s exactly how the Polish vodka brand Sobieski is packaging its product.

TECH FLASH

Consumers more educated on GMOs, still concerned

NPD Group report shows few are aware of new federal GMO labeling law

Crystal Lindell

December 15, 2016

U.S. consumers are now more informed about genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and the benefits of their use in producing food, but many still have concerns about them.

Packaging

The future of plain packaging laws

Why food companies should care about plain packaging regulations

Crystal Lindell

December 14, 2016

When someone buys a pack of cigarettes in some countries, the consumer doesn’t see the brand’s logo plastered across the front. Instead, he or she sees something called “plain packaging” that is meant to deter people from the buying the product.

Packaging

PTI launches two compartment snap-fit PET package

Perfect for cocktails, protein shakes and coffee

Crystal Lindell

December 14, 2016

How many times have customers stood in the alcohol aisle wishing they could just get all the parts of a great cocktail in one bottle? Well, Plastic Technologies, Inc. (PTI) has good news!

Packaging

Swedish drinking yogurt switches to new carton bottle

Skånemejerier is first to use carton bottle from Tetra Pak

Crystal Lindell

December 14, 2016

A Swedish company is changing how it packages drinking yogurt to something more environmentally sound.

TECH FLASH

How 3D printing is propelling the robot revolution

PMMI’s Jorge Izquierdo on how technology is changing manufacturing facilities for the future.

Crystal Lindell

November 30, 2016

Two of the most futuristic sounding technologies are working together to change the manufacturing world while saving processors a lot of upfront costs.

TECH FLASH

Mintel names six global food trends

Vegan foods, nighttime teas and tradition shape the list.

Crystal Lindell

November 16, 2016

The coming year will be a year of extremes, from “ancient” products including grains, recipes, practices and traditions to the use of technology to create more and better tasting plant-enhanced foods.

Glenroy launches premade inverted stand-up pouch

Glenroy Inc.’s newest packaging innovation is perfect for condiments, dressings, spreads, jams, sauces and even honey.

Crystal Lindell

November 16, 2016

The flexible packaging supplier is launching the first premade VersaPouch solution — an inverted stand-up pouch utilizing a patented closure developed by AptarGroup.

Packaging Resources’ new Schutte Clipp launched in the US market

Company hopes to offer alternatives to those looking for clips to seal baked goods.

Crystal Lindell

November 16, 2016

Packaging Resources Inc. is launchings it Schutte Clipp in the US market with hopes of offering an alternative to options for food manufacturers looking for ways to seal things like bread and potatoes.

Packaging

BillerudKorsnäs’ premium white cartonboard packaging is perfect for luxury brands

Backed by Carton Solutions Expertise, BillerudKorsnäs White empowers American brands

Crystal Lindell

November 16, 2016

Brand managers of top shelf liquors and champagne, fine chocolates, and other premium products have a powerful new tool to embolden shelf impact while raising sustainability scores: BillerudKorsnäs White.