Beverage

Light-blocking label opens up package design possibilities

The innovative Pentalabel eklipse label substrate from Klöckner Pentaplast blocks light so brand owners can use PET bottles instead of HDPE. The shrink-sleeve label increases shelf life, frees up design and provides a more environmentally friendly packaging option.

December 14, 2016

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Regulatory

Taking a bite out of crime

Serialization innovations from edible barcodes to invisible fingerprints are making strides in the manufacturing fight to reduce counterfeit products in the supply chain and stop highway robbery.

December 14, 2016

Pumps/Valves

Tetra Pak® Linear Moulder 1500 A2

Also offers high efficiency and optimized cleaning

December 13, 2016

Beverage

Mars Drinks rethinks Freshpack design

After a Life Cycle Assessment of its single-serve Freshpack pouch for coffee and tea, Mars Drinks make changes that reduce the carbon footprint of the package by 31%.

December 13, 2016

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

Processing Equipment

System creates patties that retain shape and weight after cooking

Also improves texture and mouth feel

December 12, 2016

Inspection, Sorting & Weighing

Help with dual-column labeling requirements

Newly added dual-column label format for a single recipe helps manufacturers comply with serving-size rules.

December 12, 2016

Beverage

Holographic cold-brew coffee label pays homage to Texas roots

A mosaic-‘tiled’ lizard printed with metallized inks and earth-tone colors inspired by the artisan spirit of Austin, TX, creeps across labels for Chameleon Cold-Brew coffee.

December 12, 2016

Processing Equipment

Mixer suitable for high-viscosity food applications

Offers exceptional flow rates

December 7, 2016

Dry Processing

Dumper constructed of stainless steel finished to food standards

Performs under constant use in demanding environments

December 2, 2016

Beverage

Compact end-to-end solutions for PET beverage bottles

The SMI Group offers end-to-end packaging solutions designed to cover every beverage market, specializing in turnkey systems that start with PET blow-molding and end with automated palletizing.

December 2, 2016

Prepared & Canned Foods

On-the-go meal time in minutes

OMEALS home-style meal packages include the food and heating element in one pouch.

November 30, 2016

Beverage

3D printer taps out a beer carrier

Lightweight craft beer carrier is still strong enough to hold a six-pack.

November 30, 2016