April 2021

14
Apr

Packaging Possibilities: Remote Machine Servicing Has a Surprise Reward

Like telemedicine visits, remote servicing for packaging machines and packaging lines skyrocketed during this past pandemic-year. What’s the likelihood that this will become the new normal? Pretty high, especially when you consider its hidden advantage. …

13
Apr

Tiny Sticker is a Big Food Waste Reducer

StixFresh is a unique pressure-sensitive label applied to individual fruit to extend the shelf life up to 14 days to reduce food waste and save money. …

10
Apr

COVID-19 and Packaging Machinery: One Year Later

Manufacturing product shifts, supply chain disruptions, labor shortages, and new consumer buying habits altered packaging machinery tactics over the past year in at least four ways. …

9
Apr

7 Custom Fragrances Reside in 1 Refillable Package

Unique packaging for More is More! fragrances puts daily fragrance customization in the hands of consumers. …

8
Apr

Cobots: Are You Ready to Do It Yourself?

Collaborative robots are getting so easy to implement, your toughest decision may be whether to DIY it or to call for outside integration help. Here are your options, and four considerations to help you decide. …

8
Apr

100+ Years of Oreo Packaging Design in 100 Seconds

Oreos packaging has adapted to changing times since 1912 using different logos, colors and graphics, and materials. …

8
Apr

PureCycle Bullish on Ultra-Pure Recycled Polypropylene

Nasdaq listing signals a bull market for PureCycle Technologies' food-quality recycled polypropylene (rPP) resin backed by big-brand buy-in and expansion. …

6
Apr

A Step-by-Step Guide to Installing Packaging Machinery

You can ensure a smooth installation by understanding where to start and by following these tips at each stage of the process. …

6
Apr

AI Grades Cleaners’ Packaging Design Appeal for Consumers

Artificial intelligence assesses the packaging design of 9 brands of refillable cleaners as seen by Amazon, Target, and Walmart shoppers. …

5
Apr

Refillable Bottled Water is Sourced from Sunlight and Air

Source Global's patented solar technology draws pure water vapor out of the air and converts it to premium, mineralized drinking water available in refillable glass bottles. …