Beverage

Widget can creates foamy, frothy head for nitro beer

Samuel Adams introduces a new nitrogenated beer line under its Nitro Project that uses an aluminum can with integrated widget technology to produce a thick, creamy head and smooth mouthfeel.

July 19, 2016

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Beverage

Pharmaceuticals Represent the Fastest-Growing Thermoform Packaging Segment

New report predicts the thermoform packaging market worth to reach US$44.55 billion by 2021.

July 15, 2016

Regulatory

FDA outlines its strategic plan for the next decade

Modernization of FDA’s regulatory framework for preventing foodborne illness is one of the most challenging initiatives in the agency’s history.

July 14, 2016

Regulatory

FSMA: Are you sure you are prepared?

FSMA will demand proof that processes and procedures elaborated in the GMP/HARPC plans are implemented, validated and verifiable.

July 12, 2016

Beverage

Sustainable Packaging Driving Label/Release Liner Growth

Food safety and pharmaceutical compliance are also factors; linerless labels making headway as they reduce cost and waste.

July 12, 2016

Prepared & Canned Foods

Custom canister makes nut toppings convenient

A petite package with dual-dispensing closure, the Shake & Spoon makes it easy for consumers to top off their favorite foods with sliced, diced, or chopped nuts.

July 11, 2016

Pumps/Valves

Heat exchanger compatible with sensitive products

Gasketed plate heat exchanger can be configured with different sections, using plates and gaskets constructed from different materials.

July 10, 2016

Confection & Candy

Robotic bow-tying system adds personal touch to chocolate boxes

Robotics solutions provider designs a system to wrap chocolate boxes with a ribbon and form a bow using a six-axis robot programmed to operate in a number of unusual angles.

July 9, 2016

Beverage

Limited-edition gin bottle is off to the races

Clever design touches for a limited-edition gin celebrating U.K. Newmarket Racecourse include a leather collar and a clear, binocular-shaped window on the front panel.

June 18, 2016

Beverage

Mini coffee cup no small challenge to engineer

Imitating a full-size paper coffee cup, Forto’s tiny, handheld rigid-plastic package for its ‘coffee shot’ presents engineering challenges.

June 12, 2016

Beverage

Intelligent wine packaging takes place of sommelier

RFID-enabled wine cartridge works with dispenser to adjust the system for the perfect pour, while WiFi technology allows the user to track their wine preferences via smartphone.

June 6, 2016

Beverage

Craft beer brand unified with new graphics

Design firm brings Real Ale’s 20 brews under one label design, while communicating the story and vision behind each beer variety with custom wood block-inspired icons.

June 5, 2016

Beverage

Craft brewers' 'good decade'

Craft brewing in the U.S. is on a tear.

June 1, 2016