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Packaging

Polymer Packaging, Inc. offers INNO-LOK pre-zippered film

The patented product is a method for attaching re-closable fasteners transversely to packaging films, thereby producing a roll of pre-zippered film.

Crystal Lindell

June 9, 2018

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"INNO-LOK Pre-Zippered Film literally changed the way zippers are applied to packaging," explains Bob Babich, V.P. of sales and marketing.

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Thermoplastic elastomer

December 7, 2015

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PolyOne GLS Versaflex PKG 4190 non-PVC thermoplastic elastomer is formulated for aluminum caps used to seal glass, polyethylene terephthalate and aluminum containers.

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Bottling machines

January 9, 2015

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Used to bottle distillate, liquor and spirits, MBF Monoblock and Superbloc bottling machines come in standalone versions.

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Flexible pouch cap

October 7, 2014

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The Performance Packaging SipP cap for flexible, spouted pouches is suitable for products such as fruit purées, organic products and baby food.

Food Packaging

There’s a cap for that

New cap reseals container for later use, preserves cool temperature and carbonation, and helps prevent spillage.

Cindy Dubin

August 7, 2014

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Bridging the gap between conventional beverage cans and meeting the demands of a mobile generation, German-based ACTEGA DS and US company Dayton Systems Group (DSG) have developed the non-breakable, recyclable DSG Beverage Cap Can, with a reclosable feature that was previously available only on glass.

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

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

Packaging

Printed magnet recloses gum pack

An inline coating process, developed by ASG, applies the magnetic strip to the paperboard to create a secure reclosure mechanism.

Hallie Forcinio

June 10, 2013

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The stick gum from Mondelēz International(formerly Kraft) is expected to complete its global rollout by the end of 2013.

Packaging Materials

Multifaceted empowerment

New packaging materials add functionality, improve sustainability, lengthen shelf life and enhance shelf impact of food products.

Hallie Forcinio

March 6, 2013

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Innovative packaging materials and concepts give new and established products greater functionality, sustainability, shelf life and shelf impact.

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Cap feeder

February 7, 2013

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Accommodating lighter-weight caps, the Simplimatic Cap Feeder Model 1900 runs different cap sizes of similar styles on the same machine without belt, cleat or hopper modification parts in most cases.