September 2021
3 Solutions to Ensure Supply Chain Resiliency
Investing in a more resilient supply chain by applying Value Chain principles is sound advice to avoid unplanned disruptions. …
Why is Kroger Bullish on Loop’s Reusable Packaging?
Loop CEO and US retail partner Kroger share breaking news about the program’s global expansion into physical stores and how convenient it will still be for consumers. …
Recycle-Ready Stretch Film Reduces Unitizing Materials 91%
Designed for fresh produce and other products that need ventilation during shipping and storage, the new Rapid Roper load containment system boosts sustainability by reducing extraneous cornerboards and strapping. …
PP Engineered for Thin-Wall Food Packaging
Specialty polypropylene is optimized for large thin-wall, injection-molded refrigerated food containers. …
Sustainable Food Packaging Made from Pomace
Researchers at Oregon State University convert juice pulp into edible films and compostable packaging to reduce food waste. …
Liquid-Fill Bagger Provides Clean Seals on Food Packaging
Product stays out of the seal area, and the machine’s design enables a thorough washdown. …
New Compostable Zipper Boosts Food Packaging Sustainability
The food-safe, easy-to-open closure is machinable with a range of compostable films. …
Recyclable Flexible PE Packaging Gains and Gaps
ExxonMobil discussed hot-button topics like monomaterial polyethylene pouches, an advanced recycling trial, and circular polymers in a sustainably themed webinar. …
Is Your Ecommerce Packaging Eligible for Tax Rewards?
Packaging departments and last-mile delivery companies should leverage these two tax credits to help them recover from COVID-19 economic hits. …
Sustainable Thinking Requires Both Relative and Absolute Views of Reality
To understand the impact of microplastics in the ocean and carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, we need to consider the relative and absolute impacts of plastic production, use, disposal, and reuse. …