Ryan Ruskin
Cobots, COVID-19, Contract Packagers, and Other Curiosities
The best-read articles from Packaging Digest in April 2021 span new artificial intelligence technology for assessing packaging design, a tiny yet mighty food waste reducer, and high interest in a return to in-person events — in addition to the four “Cs” in the headline. …
A New Way of Measuring Packaging’s Environmental Footprint
Software as a service (SaaS) tool eQopack measures packaging’s footprint to enable smarter, more sustainable decision-making. …
Packaging Possibilities: Food Waste Reduction Breakthroughs
Want to reduce food waste? Expert Claire Sand offers a stimulating assortment of novel packaging-driven options, including smart tags and printed sensors. …
Unilever Transforms Deodorant Package for People with Disabilities
Refillable packaging for the new Degree Inclusive deodorant is easy to open and apply for people with visual impairment and upper limb motor disabilities. …
Plastic IQ Targets Plastic Packaging Waste Reduction
Brands adopting the no-cost Plastic IQ digital planning tool from The Recycling Partnership and SystemIQ include Colgate-Palmolive, Kellogg’s, Mondelēz, Nestlé USA, Unilever, and Walmart. …
Colgate Partners with LiquiGlide on a Slick Toothpaste Pack
Colgate is one of three partners — which include industrial designer Yves Béhar and the Mibelle Group — working with LiquiGlide on packaging designs that help sticky or slow products flow, and eliminate waste. …
Dippin’ Dots’ Super-Cool Cup Promotes ‘Cruel Summer’
Reusable thermochromic PP cup for seasonal promo changes color at 66° F for the iconic ice cream, which is served at -40° F. …
Cats Versus Dogs: Who is Better for Recycling?
Turns out the type of pet you have can be an environmental indicator. Who knew? …
How to Successfully Navigate Environmental Regulations
There's a much greater chance of achieving market success if you do the recycled-content plastic homework in advance. …
Robots Help Dole Palletize Multiple Formats Simultaneously
The system helps address a surge in packaging automation to meet the pandemic-driven surge in at-home dining. …