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The modern retail-packaging conundrum

What is the role of product packaging, given the fast-changing face of retailing and consumer demand now?

April 9, 2008

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Country Watch: Ukraine 2007 the worlds second fastest growing soft drinks market

Ukraine, buoyed by increasingly strong economic fundamentals, was the world's second fastest growing soft drinks market in 2007, trailing only Turkey. Euromonitor International identifies opportunity but warns against complacency.

April 8, 2008

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Drum discharging & feeding system

MTS’s Drum Discharging and Feeding System provides dust-tight discharge and feeding of various dry solids and powders.

April 6, 2008

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What's happening in high-barrier PET?

PET bottles are a major segment in the U.S. packaging market and are being used for a whole host of products.

April 5, 2008

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April 5, 2008

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Grip - handle liquid containers

The General Line Packaging Group, a div. of O.Berk, has introduced Grip-Handle Liquid Containers in PET, providing a lighter-weight, no-breakage option over glass while retaining clarity.

April 5, 2008

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Break the rules by thinking in new dimensions

Sometimes, insightful breakthroughs originate from unlikely places.

April 4, 2008

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AriZona specifies LN2 dosers for all new can and bottle lines

Liquid nitrogen injection preserves beverage flavor, extends product shelf life, and creates internal pressure to combat container damage.

April 4, 2008

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New adhesive applicator puts Carmex in club stores

Lip-balm manufacturer Carma Labs installs a fully automatic applicator for removable adhesive to enable repeatable and fast assembly of variety packs for Sam’s Club.

April 4, 2008

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RFID drivers 2008

An uptick in RFID suggests that the market is moving beyond traditional closed-loop applications toward pilots and deployments driven by value propositions.

April 3, 2008

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Neckhanger applicator

Designed with POP marketing of wine in mind, Fusion’s BNA feeder efficiently applies neckhangers to bottles without slowing down most filling lines.

April 3, 2008

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Packaging trends in healthcare packaging

The pulse of pharmaceutical, medical device, and biological markets beats ever faster as the pace of packaging chance accelerates worldwide.

April 3, 2008

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Stand-up pouch debuts Celestial Seasonings coffee

Known for its high-quality, specialty tea, Celestial Seasonings is perking up the coffee aisle with a debut line of organic, whole-bean coffees in richly illustrated, stand-up pouches.

April 2, 2008