February 2021

Packaging World February 2021

10 Packaging Market Trends for 2021

The rigors of 2020 have spurred agile brands and packaging suppliers to quickly adapt. That is likely to prompt increased innovation, further automation, and workforce evolution in the coming year.

January 18, 2021

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Magnum Tub is First to Use Certified Circular Plastic

The indulgent ice cream brand pioneers the use of recycled plastic, with the material sourced from mixed plastic waste converted to plastic resin feedstock through advanced recycling.

January 14, 2021

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The Massman Companies Announces Management Changes

The Massman Companies appointed current CEO and President Jeff Bigger to Executive Board Chair and Jeffrey Hohn CEO and President, effective immediately.

January 13, 2021

CRP Cap for Cannabis Beverages

PakTech’s PakLock is a certified CRP cap designed for THC beverages. It fits on 8 oz, 12 oz, 16 oz, and 19.2 oz 202-260 aluminum can formats.

January 12, 2021

Compact, Scalable Drive System

Bosch Rexroth’s ctrlX DRIVE is said to be the most compact, scalable, and consistent modular drive system available. It has space-saving dimensions of up to 50% and can provide tailored solutions with peak currents of 6 A to 375 A.

January 11, 2021

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Weber Packaging Appoints New Vice President of Sales and Marketing

With the retirement of Vice President of Marketing Tom Michalsen, Weber Packaging Solutions announce his replacement, Harrison Chien as Vice President, Sales & Marketing.

January 11, 2021

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Shibuya Hoppmann Corp. Appoints New President

Yoshi Izumi was appointed President of Shibuya Hoppmann Corp.

January 11, 2021

IoPP Board of Directors Announced

The Institute of Packaging Professionals (IoPP) announced the results of its recent Board of Directors election.

January 8, 2021

JLS Adds National Sales Manager in Canada

JLS Automation strengthened its sales team for the Canadian market with the addition of Paul Swietlinski as National Sales Manager—Canada.

January 7, 2021

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TricorBraun To Be Acquired by Ares Management and Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board

TricorBraun entered into a definitive stock purchase agreement with funds managed by Ares Management Corp.’s Private Equity Group and Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board. Ares and Ontario Teachers’ will acquire a majority interest in the company.

January 7, 2021

Foamer for Self-Tanning Product is Metal-Free, Recyclable

Australian brand Bondi Sands’ new Pure product line incorporates a foaming dispenser made from 100% plastic that is recyclable in PP waste streams and is 52% lighter than traditional foamers.

January 7, 2021

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Plexpack Appoints Lisa Hunt CEO

Lisa Hunt was appointed CEO of Plexpack Corp. effective January 5, 2020. She will take over from Paul Irvine, Owner and Chairman, who has dedicated and cultivated the company over his 29 years tenure.

January 5, 2021

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