Beverage

SPC releases sustainability metrics

Version 1.0 of the Sustainable Packaging Coalition’s new Metrics Framework is intended to standardize the measurement of sustainable packaging.

December 9, 2009

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New inkjet technology: Principles of operation

An animation of Hitachi inkjet printers illustrates the method employed for precise ink application.

December 8, 2009

Beverage

Mike's toasts evolution of visual identity

December 8, 2009

Dairy

Global collaboration enables Kraft Foods' culture change

Project-by-project, Kraft Foods’ global business units, with leadership from the company’s corporate sustainability team, are creating a culture where sustainability is a part of every package design.

December 8, 2009

Beverage

Pump up sales at service station C-stores?

Opportunities seem plentiful at these small marts. The margins exceed those for selling gas, and packaging can play a role in helping move shoppers in and out of the store.

December 8, 2009

Beverage

Slim-Fast drinks recalled

11-oz steel cans of Slim-Fast drinks made by Unilever may be tainted by the micro-organism Bacillus cereus, so Unilever has issued a recall for some 10 million cans distributed in North America.

December 8, 2009

Bakery & Snack

Private brands--a new balance of power?

Retailers’ brands are creating distinctive identities via design. But at least one expert says the job isn’t finished, thereby providing opportunities across the board.

December 7, 2009

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Sound off!

December 7, 2009

Prepared & Canned Foods

Value and health drive new food and beverage packaging

A depressed economy and consumers' increasing concerns about personal, as well as environmental, health and wellness drive food and beverage packaging innovations.

December 6, 2009

Beverage

Views on impacts of private-label growth

December 5, 2009

Beverage

How to build a successful service-provider relationship

So, you’ve decided to employ a contract manufacturing strategy for your secondary packaging to improve manufacturing flexibility and customer service, and reduce costs.

December 5, 2009

Prepared & Canned Foods

Companies

December 5, 2009

Bakery & Snack

Gerresheimer highlights drug delivery products made of glass and plastic

Comprehensive ranges - interesting specialist lecture: the Group provides an overview with lots of background information.

December 1, 2009