May 2020

Packaging World May 2020

COVID-19 Survey: Early Results Reflect CPGs’ Current Resolve, Future Uncertainty

At press time, survey responses indicate that companies producing packaged goods are handling the disruptions, and though strained, supply chains remain intact. But when asked to forecast the future, there’s less consensus.

May 7, 2020

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Packaging Converters are Digging Digital

From a new approach to metallization to nanographic printing to digital laser scoring and cutting of printed corrugated sheet, converters agree that digital is the future.

May 4, 2020

An impressive example of what THIMM has been able to produce thanks to its digital capabilities is this package for a Danone Activia campaign executed in the Czech Republic.

Why Color Management is Important in Packaging

If you are reading this, you probably fall into one of four categories: designer, buyer, packaging engineer, or component supplier.

May 1, 2020

Heroes Need 2020 Hall of Fame Nod

A time of crisis provides a unique lens through which to view packaging in general, and more specifically the individuals who drive it forward.

May 1, 2020

We’re All Apart, and All Together

You don’t need me to tell you that the pandemic is creating a weird situation.

May 1, 2020

Visibility into Brewing Operations

A standardized yet customizable control platform gives this craft brewery better visibility into its operational efficiency while offering flexibility to fully automate its production in the future.

April 15, 2020

Ithaca Brewing now has much greater visibility into its operations.

With Supply Chain Disruption Likely, CPGs, OEMs Swap Strategies

The U.S. supply chain is hanging in there now thanks to inventory and slack in the system, but current production gaps overseas, and worker absenteeism closer to home, warn of eventual supply chain disruption.

April 9, 2020

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Compostable Coffee Capsules Deliver Espresso

Italian coffee roaster Covim produces its own brand and private-label products in 100% bio-based, compostable coffee capsules engineered to meet the unique requirements of European espresso machines.

April 8, 2020

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New Digital Press for Abbott Label

In February of this year, Dallas-based Abbott Label added the Domino N610i digital UV inkjet press to their label printing arsenal, expanding their capabilities and taking their business to the next level.

April 8, 2020

The new Domino digital press will help Abbott Label reach additional markets and customers.

Safety Laser Scanner

Sick launches the nanoScan3 ultra-compact safety laser scanner designed for use with mobile platforms, autonomous carts, and cobots.

April 7, 2020

How Safe is Reusable Packaging During COVID-19?

Last year, Loop launched its revolutionary shopping platform anchored by reusable packaging. Here, Tom Szaky, founder and CEO of TerraCycle and the driving force behind Loop, provides an update on the platform and how it’s faring in light of COVID-19.

April 3, 2020

EXPO PACK México Canceled Amid COVID-19 Concerns

April 3, 2020

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