A targeted shift towards sustainable packaging
25 July, 2019 by Nerida Kelton, MAIP, Executive Director – Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP); ANZ Board Member – World Packaging Organisation (WPO) | Supplied by: Australian Institute of PackagingNerida Kelton provides some advice on how businesses should be preparing to meet Australia's 2025 National Packaging Targets.
Clean and clear labelling now the norm
24 July, 2019 | Supplied by: Innova Market InsightsClean labels are dominating the food and beverage industries, as they cater to increasing consumer demand for healthier alternatives.
FoodTech Qld to show CPS SIAT packaging equipment
22 July, 2019 | Supplied by: Contract Packaging SystemsFoodTech Qld will showcase the SIAT semiautomatic stretch wrapper and the S8/4 case sealer from 28–30 July.
Reducing food waste with standardised expiry date labels
22 July, 2019 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdStandardising expiry date labels and implementing traceability software could greatly reduce food wastage in the food and beverage industry.
Dairy milk vs plant-based milk label debate gains traction
22 July, 2019Australian Dairy Farmers are lobbying the federal government over plant-based dairy products labelled as 'milk' products.
ADM Packaging Technology ADM-W400 washdown VFFS machine
19 July, 2019 | Supplied by: ADM Packaging AutomationThe ADM-W400 is a washdown vertical fill, form and seal machine that has a maximum speed of 80 bags/min.
Traffic light labels on food products to reverse obesity?
16 July, 2019A recent study reveals traffic light labels on food products in cafeterias help employees make consistent healthy choices, potentially reversing rising obesity.
Craft beer company rocks with new can filler
10 July, 2019 | Supplied by: KHS Pacific Pty LtdDue to increasing demand for craft beer, Magic Rock in the UK extended its production facilities to include a KHS Innofill Can C can filler.
Sustainable paper concept for portion packaging
10 July, 2019 | Supplied by: BoschBosch Packaging Technology and BillerudKorsnäs are revealing a formable paper packaging solution that could provide a sustainable alternative for portion packs.
Highgate Stallion High-Speed Strapping Machines range
05 July, 2019 | Supplied by: Highgate GroupHighgate is launching the Stallion High-Speed Strapping Machine range at the FoodTech Qld Exhibition.
Water producer splashes out on new bottling technology
04 July, 2019 | Supplied by: KHS Pacific Pty LtdArmenian mineral water producer Jermuk Group has invested in a series of technologies from KHS to expand its PET and glass water bottling capacity.
Sidel X-LITE Still 500 mL PET bottle
04 July, 2019 | Supplied by: Sidel Oceania Pty LtdThe X-LITE Still from Sidel is a 500 mL PET packaging solution for non-pressurised still water.
High lead levels found in glass bottles
02 July, 2019Research conducted at the University of Plymouth has discovered potentially harmful levels of toxic elements in the bottles and enamelled decorations of beer, wine and spirits.
Packaging with built-in preservatives
01 July, 2019As consumers demand a reduction in food additives, Cornell University research is underway to improve 'active packaging' that reduces the need for preservatives.
Eriez PolyMag Metal and X-ray Detectable Plastic Additives
01 July, 2019 | Supplied by: Eriez Magnetics Pty LtdEriez's PolyMag additives impart metal detectability, X-ray contrast and magnetic susceptibility into plastic mouldings to prevent plastic contaminated food products from reaching the consumer.
