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Expiration dating explained

Expiration coding deciphered for the rest of us.

December 1, 2006

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2007 Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards deadline approaching

The FPA Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards deadline for entry is December 4, 2006.

December 1, 2006

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Food photography for packaging: Results that sell

“That makes me hungry!” Those are words every food photographer loves to hear. Food photographers create images that compel consumers to choose one package over another in crowded supermarket aisles. With unprecedented product choices in the retail landscape, it's essential to provide appetite appeal that triggers an immediate “buy it” reaction in consumers' minds.

November 30, 2006

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Gauging the power of packaging innovation

Marketers are increasingly recognizing the power of packaging innovation. They are recognizing that unique packaging structures can differentiate brands from the competition and help to justify price premiums. However, new packaging systems often involve significant investment in new production processes and additional materials.

November 30, 2006

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Molins PLC sells Sandiacre Rose Forgrove

Molins PLC has entered into a contract to sell its Sandiacre Rose Forgrove packaging machinery business.

November 28, 2006

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Printpack acquires Seal-It

Printpack Inc. has reached an agreement to purchase Seal-it, Inc.

November 21, 2006

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Pharmaceutical Packaging Forum taking shape

Packaging thought leaders from Johnson & Johnson, Merck, and Schering-Plough will be among the presenters at the Pharmaceutical Packaging Forum 2007, to be held next March 29 at The Rittenhouse Hotel in Philadelphia.

November 16, 2006

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Ilene Gordon appointed President of Alcan Global Packaging Group

Alcan has announced the appointment of Ilene Gordon as senior vp of Alcan Inc. and president and CEO of Alcan Packaging.

November 7, 2006

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Security breaches include the Internet

A new report points to Internet activity as a growing portal for counterfeiting. What are the packaging implications?

November 6, 2006

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Top-sealing taper

The new ABC Packaging Model 136 tape sealer offers a compact, 6'L size at a low price.

November 5, 2006

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Robotics lifts Pfizer pick efficiency

Thirteen gantry robots increase throughput and greatly improve ergonomics at Pfizer's logistics center.

November 5, 2006

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U.S. maintains lead in global packaging shipments

For the 10th consecutive year, United States packaging machinery makers maintained their top ranking, with sales totaling US$6.413 billion, according to the Confederation of Packaging Machinery Associations (COPAMA).

November 5, 2006