Domino Printing Sciences (Domino) is gearing up to assist manufacturers in meeting increasingly stringent 2D code requirements across various regulated industries. The move aligns with global efforts to enhance product traceability, combat counterfeiting, and improve consumer safety. “With GS1 Sunrise 2027 and tighter 2D code regulations on the horizon, we are committed to …
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UPM Raflatac has introduced its new OptiCut™ WashOff linerless label, expanding its direct thermal label offering for the reuse of plastic packaging. The label is designed for returnable and reusable plastic containers, including those made from PP, HDPE, and PET, used in food logistics. This product aims to meet growing demand for sustainable packaging …
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KHS Group has unveiled a new addition to its Nature MultiPack solution, integrating a kraft paper carrying handle as a replacement for plastic film. The innovation aligns with growing demands for sustainable packaging driven by consumer expectations and regulatory pressures. The Nature MultiPack reduces material consumption by 85% compared to traditional shrink film …
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Smurfit Westrock has introduced its EasySplit Bag-in-Box® design, developed to help customers comply with the upcoming Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). This regulation will require all packaging to achieve at least 80% recyclability. For Bag-in-Box® products, the key challenge is ensuring that the box and bag are easily separable for effective recycling. …
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Metsä Board, a European producer of premium fresh fibre paperboards, has introduced QR codes on pallet and reel labels for all product deliveries. The initiative aims to simplify recycling by providing customers with clear, accessible information on the packaging materials accompanying their paperboard deliveries. The QR codes link to an app detailing the …
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AkzoNobel has introduced Accelshield™ 300, a bisphenol-free internal spray coating for beverage cans. This innovation, part of the company’s Packaging Coatings portfolio, aims to meet evolving regulatory demands while enhancing performance. The new coating is free of bisphenols, styrene, PFAS, and formaldehyde. Approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and several …
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Mettler-Toledo Product Inspection has expanded its combination inspection systems with the introduction of advanced CM (checkweighing and metal detection) and CX (checkweighing and x-ray) models. The new systems integrate the M30 R-Series metal detectors and X2 Series x-ray inspection systems with C-Series checkweighers, offering manufacturers flexibility to meet specific application, packaging, and budget needs. …
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For the fifth consecutive year, Trivium Packaging has been recognized at The Canmaker’s Can of the Year Awards for its advancements in sustainable and functional metal packaging. The awards, one of the longest-standing in the metal packaging industry, celebrate innovation in aluminum and steel packaging. Trivium won three accolades this year: a Gold …
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Plastic is indispensable in modern life, serving critical functions in food, hygiene, and medical packaging. However, the intricate material compositions of flexible packaging present substantial challenges in recycling,” highlights Dr. Lettowsky. Reifenhäuser leads with mono material solutions and advanced MDO technology, such as the 18-micron thin MDO-PE film and EVO Ultra Stretch. Our …
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Amcor, in collaboration with Mespack, has introduced a 2-liter recycle-ready stand-up pouch for home care products such as liquid soaps, cleaners, and laundry detergents. This innovation addresses the technical challenges of larger-format pouches while meeting sustainability demands. Until now, recycle-ready pouches have been limited to sizes between 1 and 1.5 liters due to …
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