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Off-label uses: some can talk about them, some cannot, and something’s gotta give

When it comes to FDA regulation of ‘off-label’ uses of legally marketed drugs and devices, there’s a lot that’s odd.

December 13, 2013

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Klöckner Pentaplast reports 5th consecutive year of growth

Klöckner Pentaplast, global pharmaceutical and consumer packaging, printing, and specialty plastic film solutions provider, has continued on its growth track in the financial year 2012/2013 ending September 30, 2013, increasing net sales by 2% from €1,167 Mio. to €1,191 Mio.

December 12, 2013

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SAVE FOOD initiative welcomes Nestle

A growing number of companies and organizations are supporting the SAVE FOOD Initiative dedicated to the fight against global food loss and waste.

December 10, 2013

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Barry-Wehmiller acquires Arcil SA; approaches $1.7 billion mark

Robert H. Chapman, Chairman and CEO of Barry-Wehmiller Companies, Inc., has announced the acquisition of Arcil SA, a Paris-based supplier of packaging technology for the fresh dairy and food industry.

December 10, 2013

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Aerotech reaches $1B shipped milestone

In October 2013, Aerotech, global supplier of motion control and precision electromechanical systems, surpassed $1 billion of product shipped since the company’s inception.

December 10, 2013

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American-Newlong updates website

American-Newlong’s updated website features a completely new layout and design which adapts automatically to the device being used in order to provide viewing and navigation for mobile phones, tablets, and computers.

December 10, 2013

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Smyth appoints William Challoner Executive VP of Sales and Marketing

St. Paul-based Smyth Companies, a label printer specializing in label and package solutions markets, has announced the appointment of William Challoner to the role of Executive Vice President of Sales & Marketing.

December 10, 2013

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Pro Mach agrees to acquire André Zalkin

In its continued effort to expand globally and strengthen its position as a leading provider of high-quality stand alone and integrated packaging line solutions, Pro Mach, Inc. has agreed to acquire 100% of the shares of Ets. André Zalkin & Cie, global capping machinery manufacturer based in France.

December 9, 2013

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Lifetime achievement awards for packages

If there were such awards, these would be my picks.

December 9, 2013

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Tips on package design

For this month’s column I’ve elected to share key insights on package design from Bernie Hadley-Beauregard, principal owner of Canadian design firm Brandever, and Laurie Millotte, Brandever’s creative director.

December 7, 2013

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Industry Watch—December 2013

Latest mergers, expansions, people, and supplier news.

December 6, 2013

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New angle for high-end product blister and carton combo packaging

Containers for cell phone protective cases get inventive makeover to send loud and clear marketing message of distinction.

December 6, 2013