DFC Packaging Group oriented polystyrene (OPS) shrink film
26 February, 2014Suitable for use in shrink sleeves, oriented polystyrene (OPS) shrink film is a low-energy film suitable for lightweight PET and HDPE bottles.
Tetra Brik Aseptic 250 Base Crystal carton pack
24 February, 2014Tetra Pak has launched the Tetra Brik Aseptic 250 Base Crystal. With two crystal-shaped panels on the front side of the Tetra Brik Septic, the package provides customers with additional graphic design possibilities.
Domino CIJ black inks
20 January, 2014Domino has announced three additions to its range of continuous ink jet (CIJ) black inks. The inks are compatible with the company's A-Series printers and have been developed to meet the requirements of a range of industries.
Sirane Sira-Cook PA roast chicken packaging solution
15 January, 2014Sirane's Sira-Cook PA is a packaging solution for meat, fish and poultry which allows food to be packed, shipped, retailed and cooked in the same package. The nylon material absorbs the fat released during cooking, resulting in crisp, clean food.
Sirane Si-bagT steam-cooking bag
17 December, 2013The Si-bagT from Sirane is a steam-cooking bag for oven or microwave. The cook-in bag helps seal flavours into food and may aid in portion control.
Shelf tags that indicate a food's sustainability
22 November, 2013In the US, 20 independent retailers have implemented the third-party HowGood rating system that tells customers just how sustainable a product is.
Krones BEVkeg non-returnable PET beverage keg
07 November, 2013BEVkeg from Krones and Micro Matic is an all-inclusive system for the non-returnable PET beverage keg market. It also incorporates the matching, gas-free BEVmate tapping equipment.
Personalised overcaps for champagne and sparkling wine
30 October, 2013Amcor Flexibles has launched MyCoiffe personalised champagne and sparkling wine overcaps. The company offers a short lead time, with overcaps claimed to be available in less than two weeks.
DFC Packaging DeLight hybrid ovenable tray range
30 October, 2013DFC Packaging has announced the arrival of its range of hybrid ovenable cardboard/plastic rimmed trays. DeLight is a type of hybrid package in which renewable paperboard is enhanced with polymers.
Linpac expands into Middle East
18 October, 2013Linpac Packaging has expanded its reach into the Middle East with a contract to supply its Vacuum Skin Pack (VSP) solutions to one of Saudi Arabia's largest chicken producers.
Compostable packaging for organic tea
13 August, 2013Founded in 1994, Les Jardins de Gaïa produces Fair Trade, organic tea from near Strasbourg in France. As part of its philosophy of selling natural, organic products, the company wanted to wrap its tea in natural packaging.
Pentafood BPET film range
05 July, 2013The Pentafood film product line has been extended to include Pentafood BPET films. The films are claimed to offer outstanding thermoforming, better cutting and no brittleness.
Amcor Packpyrus thermoformable cellulose-based packaging solution
18 June, 2013Amcor Flexibles has launched Packpyrus, a thermoformable cellulose-based packaging solution for the fresh market. Its oxygen barrier makes it suitable for pre-sliced products like meat or cheese.
Chilling out on the shelf
28 May, 2013 by Martin Bevis*The latest European innovation for chilled ready meals is manufactured on a continuous production line and claims it can extend shelf life up to 45 days. If this seems a little hard to believe, then read on.
LINPAC Packaging LeanBake lightweight hinged bakery boxes
27 May, 2013The LeanBake range, which comprises both hermetic (airtight) and semi-hermetic boxes, offers good product protection and is suitable for manufacturers looking for a packaging solution with a low carbon footprint.
