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Clariant Additive Masterbatch Makes Black Plastic Packaging ‘Visible’ to Sorting Systems

The Masterbatch allows continued use of color preferred for many products, supports Clariant ‘Design for Recycling’ initiative, has systems available for numerous polymers and applications.

August 27, 2019

Tests on high-density polyethylene (HDPE) also showed positive results. HDPE with CESA-IR shows a curve similar to the uncolored HDPE curve and distinct from the LDPE curve and allowing for easy separation. PET and C-PET sheet and film were also tested by TOMRA Sorting Recycling, with similarly positive results.

Instagram Campaign Launched to Help Consumers Answer the Question “Can I Recycle This?”

#NotTrash Instagram campaign is first activation between Poland Spring and The Recycling Partnership to help residents recycle more, better.

August 23, 2019

Syngas is the Key to Packaging Sustainability

University of Florida professor Bruce Welt, Ph.D., shares the main takeaways from the first meeting of the Industry Consortium for Advanced Recycling, which took place in June.

August 20, 2019

Figure 1: Image Courtesy Global Syngas Technology Council - GlobalSyngas.org

Ardent Mills commits to sustainable changes

Signs new energy partnership

August 20, 2019

Demand for sustainability spurring changes in packaging, Smithers Pira report says

The objective to make packaging more sustainable and the resulting impetus for material transition is a significant industry dynamic that is outlined in the new report from Smithers Pira, The Future of Paper vs Plastic Packaging to 2024. This market report values the global packaging market in 2018 at more than $850 billion with steady and consistent growth forecast to continue.

August 19, 2019

Demand for sustainability spurring changes in packaging

Syngas is the key to packaging sustainability

University of Florida Professor Bruce Welt, Ph.D., shares the main takeaways from the first meeting of the Industry Consortium for Advanced Recycling, which took place June 12-13.

August 19, 2019

Many chemical companies throughout the world produce syngas to make a variety of valuable chemicals. Image courtesy of Global Syngas Technology Council - GlobalSyngas.org.

Recyclable Toothpaste Tube Brings Style to Hygiene

Premium toothpaste manufacturer Twice’s signature product, called The Duo, uses the packaging itself to explicitly illustrate the importance of brushing teeth twice daily.

August 19, 2019

The Twice toothpaste offering consists of two tubes, on for the a.m., the other for the p.m.

Stonyfield Organic sets carbon emissions goal

Pledges 30 percent reduction by 2030

August 13, 2019

Mindfulness Pervades Packaging for Mineral-Based Sunscreen

The introduction of a new reef-safe SPF 50 sunscreen product from Goddess Garden prompts the selection of recyclable packaging and updated graphics that reflect the brand’s authenticity.

August 12, 2019

The pursuit of excellence: Is your company or facility up to the challenge?

Each year, ProFood World gives exceptional new sustainability and manufacturing projects — and, most importantly, the people behind them — a chance to shine.

August 2, 2019

Joyce Fassl, editor-in-chief, ProFood World

Going green? Get ready to enter the 2019 Sustainability Excellence in Manufacturing Awards

Celebrate your sustainability projects and programs by entering ProFood's Sustainability Excellence in Manufacturing Awards.

July 29, 2019

The submission deadline for the 2019 Sustainability Excellence in Manufacturing Awards is Jan. 24, 2020.

The business case for going green at Smithfield, McCormick, Campbell's, Land O'Lakes and Keystone Foods

These eco-friendly food manufacturers go beyond environmental compliance and drive improved performance through sustainability.

July 29, 2019

The winners of ProFood World's 2018 Sustainability Excellence in Manufacturing Awards prove that eco-friendly activities and profitability go hand in hand.

Ardent Mills releases sustainability report

Details initiatives making a positive impact on environment

July 29, 2019

Smucker achieves 2020 environmental goals

Results published in 2019 corporate report

July 27, 2019

Open-and-shut case: Aluminum beverage can offers liquid-tight reclosability

A reclosable aluminum beverage can meets the practical needs of consumers, beverage brands and beverage can manufacturers.

July 26, 2019

SipNShut offers a recloseable feature that is designed to be leak proof. Photo courtesy of SNSTech, LLC.

Cargill announces new sustainability initiative

Commits to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 30 percent

July 24, 2019

Canadian Online Pharmacy Boosts Patient Adherence, Reduces Packaging Waste

The company uses a simple packaging system, able to deliver most drugs, and provides free shipping of packs with easy, detailed instructions, as well as regular consultations to improve patient experience.

July 22, 2019

PocketPills Online Pharmacy PocketPacks

New Packaging for Herbal Supplements Uses 97% PCR Plastic

Nature’s Way debuts a square bottle for its 300-item herbal line that is made from 97% PCR HDPE. The packaging is expected to reuse 3,500 tons of plastic per year.

July 8, 2019

New Packaging for herbal supplements uses 97% PCR plastic

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