Author Archives: Flexible Packaging
Printers Adapt to Challenges with New Products & Services
In a survey (conducted before the coronavirus outbreak), more than 500 printers and about 200 suppliers described the challenges and successes of launching new products and services. For many in the industry, the recovery from the coronavirus recession may well require such launches and we should take a look as to how this can be […]
Graphic Materials Segment up Amid COVID-Driven Demand Surge
As the COVID-19 pandemic progresses in both North America and Europe, Avery Dennison’s label and packaging materials segment has seen orders jump 40% to 80% from the last week of March through the third week of April, driven by demand for food, hygiene and pharmaceutical products as well as variable information labeling related to e-commerce. […]
Films Provide Sustainable Contamination Protection
The current SARS-CoV-2 / COVID-19-pandemic has underscored it once again: Protecting sensitive, vital products remains the key contribution that packaging solutions make to sustainability. Read more: Films Provide Sustainable Contamination Protection
Extended Content Label Use Rises Due to COVID-19 Clinical Trials
Luminer, a labeling solutions provider specializing in extended content labels, has seen a significant rise in demand for extended content labels for clinical trials – several of which are for drugs related to the pandemic. Read more: Extended Content Label Use Rises Due to COVID-19 Clinical Trials
First Desktop Flex Pack Press that Produces Flexible Packaging on Demand
Partnering with Sihl, a global leader and innovator in digital print media, Afinia Label is introducing the FP-230: a revolutionary solution for short to medium runs of flexible packaging. Read more: First Desktop Flex Pack Press that Produces Flexible Packaging on Demand
INX International Becomes First North American Ink Company with ISO 45001 Certification
INX International Ink Co.’s North American ISO Certified facilities have been recognized with certification for the ISO 45001 Occupational Health & Safety Standard. Read more: INX International Becomes First North American Ink Company with ISO 45001 Certification
Copolyester Film Recognized for Improved Recyclability by The Association of Plastic Recyclers
Far Eastern New Century’s Top Green® Heat Shrinkable PET film for shrink sleeve labels has been recognized by The Association of Plastic Recyclers for meeting or exceeding APR’s Critical Guidance Protocol for Clear PET Articles with Labels and Closures requirements (PET-CG-02). Read more: Copolyester Film Recognized for Improved Recyclability by The Association of Plastic Recyclers
Enhanced PLATINUM+ Thermoforming Films Increase Cost Savings & Efficiency
Flair Flexible Packaging has introduced PLATINUM+, a performance-enhanced advancement on its original thermoforming film program. With a wider operating window, the films offer a premium solution for common challenges with thermoformed flexible packaging. Read more: Enhanced PLATINUM+ Thermoforming Films Increase Cost Savings & Efficiency
Sustainable Plastic Packaging Honored with PackTheFuture Award 2020
For the 5th edition of the renowned PackTheFuture Award, 58 packaging innovations were submitted by European companies, testifying to the dynamism and innovative power of the industry. Read more: Sustainable Plastic Packaging Honored with PackTheFuture Award 2020
Honey I’m Home! Dog Treat Line Celebrates India’s Meat Industry
Honey I’m Home! is a range of dog treats that, in just 16 months, has transformed the by-products of India’s village buffalo farmers into a range that has taken the pet food market by storm. Read more: Honey I’m Home! Dog Treat Line Celebrates India’s Meat Industry