Packaging Digest

14
Sep

Microplastics Problems and Solutions

The American Chemistry Council, World Health Organization, and sustainability expert Robert Lilienfeld comment on the challenges of microplastics. …

12
Sep

Fixing Packaging’s Engineer Problem

In this Packaging Possibilities podcast, Meaghan Ziemba, Principal of Mavens of Manufacturing, talks about the current state of engineering talent in the US and how packaging operations can rethink their personnel needs. …

12
Sep

Solving Recycled Polypropylene’s Biggest Challenge

Because 20% of the world’s virgin plastic production is polypropylene, increasing production of food-grade recycled PP makes economic and environmental sense. …

12
Sep

Bayer Issues Sustainability Challenge for Sachets and Tubes

Bayer’s Consumer Health Division and yet2 invite specialists to share materials that support the company’s goal of 100% recyclable or renewable packaging by 2030. …

12
Sep

Partnerships Power MinnPack’s Manufacturing Solutions

This year’s Midwest packaging event boasts the latest in automation, education, and training for packaging professionals. …

8
Sep

Breaking News in Flexible Packaging July 2022

Sundance's compostable paper pouch, Dow's deal in China, Pepsi Europe's chemical recycling investments, UK's first recyclable baby pouch, edible films. …

8
Sep

Suntory Unveils World’s First 100% Recycled Aluminum Can

Breakthrough beverage can from a three-company partnership yields two limited-edition products that boast a 60% lower carbon footprint. …

7
Sep

How Does Vacuum Capping Work?

A familiar and popular package, the vacuum-packed bottle or jar maintains product freshness with its strong seal. Here’s how. …

7
Sep

11 New Options in Paper Packaging

From ecommerce beer packs and industrial sacks to cannabis, seafood, vodka, and more, brands’ sustainable paper packaging options are expansive and growing. …

7
Sep

Gender-Neutral Packaging: Why Limit Sales Based on Pronouns?

Packaging that’s designed to appeal to all consumers, regardless of gender, is expanding into more product categories as brand owners move away from gender-specific positioning. …