UPM Raflatac launches RecyClass-Certified paper label for rigid plastic packaging

  UPM Raflatac has introduced the New Wave paper label material, the world’s first RecyClass certified paper label for rigid HDPE and PP containers. This innovative label material is designed to enhance the recyclability of plastic packaging, supporting brand owners in their transition towards increased circularity.   “The New Wave Label material for their rigid …

Vytal Global and PepsiCo partner to launch reusable cup

  Vytal Global has announced a partnership with PepsiCo to introduce the first PepsiCo reusable cup with dual-tracking technology at INTERNORGA. This collaboration aims to promote sustainable customer loyalty and efficient logistics. Vytal is also expanding into the event industry, showcasing several technological innovations at its stand.   The theme “MORE THAN A CUP” underscores …

Xeikon and Kurz collaboration enhances label security and consumer engagement

  Xeikon and Kurz’s collaboration with SCRIBOS introduces innovative technology for digital label printers, offering enhanced brand protection, track & trace features, and consumer engagement. This partnership leverages Xeikon’s TITON dry toner printing, Kurz’s DIGITAL METAL® embellishment, and SCRIBOS’ product security expertise to create a single-pass label application that safeguards brand value, combats counterfeiting, and …

Esko introduces AVT Varnish Inspection and defect detection module ahead of drupa

  Esko has unveiled a new print inspection module designed to inspect and detect defects in varnish coatings during live label print runs, marking a significant advancement in varnish inspection for printed labels.   The innovative Varnish Inspection module, part of the AVT Helios 100% inspection system, enables label converters to maximize output while reducing …

Henkel unveils sustainable packaging innovations at drupa 2024

  Henkel Adhesive Technologies will present its latest sustainable product innovations at drupa, the leading trade fair for print technologies, from May 28 to June 7. The company will showcase adhesive and coating solutions aimed at enabling circularity and reducing carbon footprints in the packaging industry.   Henkel’s portfolio includes a range of adhesives and …

Pringles® introduces Pringles Mingles: A new twist on snacking with innovative packaging

  Pringles® is breaking new ground in the snacking world with the launch of Pringles Mingles, their first bagged snack in over 15 years. This innovative offering not only introduces a puffed format but also showcases a unique packaging approach, marking a significant departure from the iconic Pringles can.   Pringles Mingles promises a delightful …

All4Labels Hamburg enhances productivity with automated platemaking system

  Asahi Photoproducts announced that All4Labels’ site near Hamburg, Germany, has significantly boosted productivity by installing the CrystalCleanConnect automated platemaking system. Developed by Asahi Photoproducts, ESKO, and Kongsberg, the system has replaced the manual process, reducing errors and scheduling problems.   “CrystalCleanConnect had answers to all these problems,” said Mirco Wilke, head of prepress, flexo …

KHS unveils enhanced InnoPET Plasmax for higher output and flexibility

  KHS, a pioneer in coating technology, has launched a new generation of the InnoPET Plasmax machine, offering increased output, improved quality, flexibility, and efficiency. The InnoPET Plasmax technology, introduced around 20 years ago, applies a thin layer of chemically pure glass to the inside of PET bottles, providing effective product protection while maintaining 100% …

Henkel, Kraton, and Dow collaborate to reduce emissions in adhesive products

  Henkel Adhesive Technologies, Kraton Corporation, and Dow Inc. have joined forces to reduce the carbon footprint of two of Henkel’s North American flagship products for end-of-line packaging: TECHNOMELT® SUPRA 100 and TECHNOMELT® SUPRA 106M.   The new TECHNOMELT® SUPRA 100 LE and TECHNOMELT® SUPRA 106M LE formulas, designed with biobased alternatives, have reduced the …

Nampak and Woodlands Dairy introduce South Africa’s first tethered cap carton

  Nampak Liquid Cartons and Woodlands Dairy have unveiled South Africa’s first tethered cap carton, a move aimed at reducing plastic pollution. This innovative design prevents the cap from being separated from the carton during recycling, ensuring a more sustainable packaging solution.   Raymond Dube, from Nampak Liquid Cartons, highlighted the importance of brands making …