Beverage

PET recycling issues propel new technology

Concern over the continued popularity of plastic as a beverage package due to environmental concerns and recycling challenges is an issue with both beverage manufacturers and packaging material providers, according to the new report Beverage Trends in Packaging and Processing Operations by PMMI Business Intelligence.

April 10, 2018

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Pumps/Valves

Drum motors improve electrical and mechanical efficiencies

Compared to conventional drive systems, drum motors powering a conveyor will pay for themselves.

November 17, 2017

Beverage

‘No Waste’ coffee capsules

San Francisco Bay Coffee Co. unveils its No Waste OneCup coffee capsule packaging, comprising a compostable pod, a compostable mother bag and a recyclable carton.

November 16, 2017

Facilities, Design & Infrastructure

Chobani expands facility in Twin Falls, ID

Reflects commitment to energy conservation and employees

November 10, 2017

Sustainability

The recyclable capsule cup

Barrie House's capsule cups improve the taste of its coffee while helping the environment.

August 21, 2017

Processing Equipment

Conagra Brands honors employee commitment to reducing water, waste, energy and costs

From introducing more energy efficient light bulbs to completely reconfiguring packaging and processes, the Sustainable Development Award projects have delivered $232 million in cost savings since 2009.

April 27, 2017

Sustainability

Start-of-life packaging

Cartons are made mainly from a renewable resource: paper sourced from well-managed  forests where new trees are planted to replace harvested ones.

April 26, 2017

Processing Equipment

Smithfield Foods, Snyder’s-Lance take top honors in OpX sustainability awards

Leading food and beverage processors Sierra Nevada Brewing, Keystone Foods, Smithfield Foods, Pepperidge Farm and Snyder’s-Lance were honored for their work on water reclamation, CO2 recovery and reuse, chemical reduction and other green projects.

April 24, 2017

Processing Equipment

When it comes to water, processors need to get ready for risks

Setting clear, quantifiable targets with time-specific deadlines for a company’s entire supply chain is essential for achieving water resilience goals.

February 22, 2017

Processing Equipment

New aseptic carton from Tetra Pak is first to win Vinçotte certification

The Belgium-based accreditation agency is known for assessing the renewable content of packaging products.

January 27, 2017

Processing Equipment

Converting biogas into raw materials for food processing, wastewater treatment plants

A new technology could reduce emissions, increase the use of biogas and improve protein self-sufficiency.

January 14, 2017

Processing Equipment

Sanderson Farms’ wastewater treatment systems garner awards of excellence

Since 2008 the poultry processor has reduced electricity usage by 21%, natural gas usage by 39% and water usage by 42%.

December 12, 2016

Beverage

A fresh idea on single-serve sustainability

Mars Drinks’ package redesign keeps more single-cup packs out of landfills.

November 3, 2016