Cindy DubinSustainabilityBioplastic breakthroughsAn advanced bioplastic made from renewable resources enhances a range of rigid and flexible packaging.August 15, 2017HomeIntegrated straw could stir up interest in energy drinksNew can design called Strawster features a self-activated straw that appears when the tab of the can is engaged.August 14, 2017BeverageA twist on the soda bottleThe new Fanta PET bottle is “twisted” like an orange to convey flavor and maintain form.June 30, 2017BeveragePET peevesAn opportunity to create a market for non-colored problematic PET bottles may be available that does not exist today.June 15, 2017Frozen & Refrigerated FoodsEasy as ThaiCustom thermoformed, compartmentalized lidded trays for Easy Home Chef’s meal kits are designed for each specific recipe created by the company.May 4, 2017RoboticsRobot moves cooking vessel from one processing or ingredient station (heat, mix, etc.) to anotherA robot named APRIL allows food manufacturers to move a cooking vessel from one processing/ingredient station (heat, mix, etc.) to another on an industrial scale.May 4, 2017BeverageThe case for a cleaner canThe SmarterSeal can topper is a pliable overcap that keeps a can lid sanitary. It is injection molded of polypropylene or low-density polyethylene, making it pliable, durable and 100% recyclable.May 3, 2017SustainabilityStart-of-life packagingCartons are made mainly from a renewable resource: paper sourced from well-managed  forests where new trees are planted to replace harvested ones.April 26, 2017HomeThe move to transparent packaging is clearTransparent packaging is in line with other trends, such as companies sharing their ingredient sourcing policies and trace-to-origin information on packaging.March 6, 2017Food SafetyFood safety and flavor benefits outweigh the cost of HPPThe high pressure processing equipment sector is projected to reach a value of $500.3 million by 2022, according to a recent report.March 3, 2017Page 1 of 3Next PageTop StoriesBusiness IntelligenceData and Analytics Management Varies Across CompaniesMethods of data management across the packaging and processing industry vary greatly, but one major trend with some controversy is the move toward cloud storage.SustainabilityDairy Processors Weigh in on Sustainability of FarmsIndustry NewsMondelēz Opens Applications for Emerging Food Technology StartupsIndustry NewsArla Foods Ingredients to Acquire Whey Manufacturer, Expand Performance ProductsSponsor ContentPail Filling: Highly Accurate Fill Cycles Ensure Optimal Yield & Rate
