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NYC ban could turn up the heat on 'supersized' soft drink packaging

Datamonitor report indicates that the proposed legislation could lead companies to opt for smaller package configurations.

June 12, 2012

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Raising spirits' packaging profile

Uniquely shaped bottles, screen-printed graphics, stopper corks, and shrink-sleeve neck capsules give Death's Door gin, vodka, and white whisky lively shelf appeal.

June 11, 2012

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Blow/fill aseptic line—small footprint, big impact

Italian beverage producer Paradiso SpA can now ship aseptically filled PET bottles of teas, isotonic drinks, and other beverages along with its mineral waters and soft drinks.

June 1, 2012

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Foodservice smoothie mixes launched in aseptic cartons

Syrups and flavorings company introduces natural fruit smoothie mixes in 46-oz aseptic cartons for the foodservice industry.

May 31, 2012

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When it comes to wine, quality trumps closure type

New study finds that 97% of consumers don’t focus on wine packaging, unless problems occur; 92% believe that protecting the wine is of primary importance.

May 31, 2012

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Miller scores sales with Punch Top Can

Miller Lite and Miller Genuine Draft cans are scored with a secondary tab that invites beer drinkers to have fun opening it, then enjoy a smoother pour.

May 24, 2012

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Keynote Q&A: Better Food Safety and Its Costs

At the first day of the Automation Conference, David Acheson, managing director, Leavitt Partners, receives a question about how much cost may be passed along to consumers due to the recent Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) requirements for food manufacturers. (Approximate Time - 2:34).

May 23, 2012

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Remote Diagnostics at Coke Plant

Kai Mariappan, plant control specialist at the Egan, MN, plant of Coca Cola, shared with his audience in the packaging track an example of a successful remote diagnostics application for packaging and production.

May 23, 2012

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Mars Drinks debuts 100% recyclable Freshpack

Single-serve brewing system gets first two drink pouches in recyclable material, said to reduce the package footprint from 40% to 44%, depending on method of disposal.

May 17, 2012

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Pinup girls position value beer brand for growth

Canada’s Sleeman Brewing updates the package design for Old Milwaukee beer with pinup-girl graphics, positioning the brand for growth against major mainstream beers.

May 14, 2012

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Miller High Life packaging helps Americans salute military veterans

Miller High Life, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, and Operation Homefront join forces to help veterans “Live the High Life.”

May 10, 2012

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Shadow Beverages, GNC enter ready-to-drink beverage market

Advanced Nutrition Beverage line employs 38-mm compression-molded polypropylene caps on PET bottles.

May 9, 2012

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Beverage Roundtable: EXTRA | Rob Wallace on how to disrupt with beer

After shooting the "Craft beermania!" episode of Beverage Roundtable, Guest Critic Rob Wallace spent some extra, quality time at the offices of Packaging World. This video includes some additional insights on package design in the craft beer category. See the links below for a more detailed critique of Viru beer and one of Rob's own designs.

May 7, 2012