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ArticleCFT unveils new “all-in-one” secondary packaging solution
The ADV Combipack is a new modular machine that offers multiple functions including carton erection, filling, closing and palletizing.
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ArticleEasy access: the need to design inclusive packaging
Packaging must be robust, tamper-proof and leak-free, but, as the global population continues to age, it must also be easy to open. Selig's Sales Director, Peter Tindale, talks to us about a potential solution.
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ArticleSustainability perspective: P&G shares holistic insight into the home care market
The word sustainability is readily applied across the food, beverage, and personal care packaging sectors, but would you associate it strongly with the home care market - which is conventionally less prominent in its ‘green’ product offering?
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Article"More uptime and operational efficiency": GEA launches new vertical packaging machine
GEA, one of the largest suppliers of packaging and processing solutions for food, has launched its new SmartPacker TwinTube vertical packaging machine in Europe.
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ArticleCoronavirus & packaging - survey
Packaging Europe is collating views across the value chain on the current challenges and wider implications of the COVID-19 pandemic for packaging & FMCG. We'd be grateful if you could spend 3-4 minutes completing our survey.
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The week in brief: 23rd-27th March
Some significant packaging-related coronavirus announcements were made last week. Watch our breakdown on the key developments.
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ArticleDS Smith creates boxes for safer delivery during COVID-19
DS Smith has been working closely with food retailers across Europe to design, develop and produce new boxes designed to supply emergency provision boxes to the most vulnerable.
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ArticleDSM expands textured coatings range with new sandy-feel resin
DSM has announced the release of Skins Sandy, a new coating that adds sand-like textures to a range of materials.
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ArticleEU confirms use of priority lanes for transportation of packaging materials during COVID-19 pandemic
Following calls from the packaging industry, the European Commission has confirmed that the transportation of packaging materials for essential industries such as food and pharmaceuticals will be able to use its “green lanes”.
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ArticleGraphic Packaging International launches PaperSeal innovation for increased food tray recyclability
Graphic Packaging International has announced the launch of a new line of PaperSeal trays, in the hopes of offering a barrier-lined, paperboard alternative to conventional MAP and VAP trays.
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ArticleHas there been any progress in sustainability and digital transformation?
How are things developing with the game changing topics of sustainability and digital transformation? Is there any particular progress or are we living a Groundhog Day and having the same discussions over and over without making any advancements?
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ArticleSiemens: Evolving monomaterials through digitalization
How can lightweight, flexible packaging with low CO2 emissions be made from recyclable materials? This question is one of the hottest topics in the packaging industry today.
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ArticleEight tips to futureproof your business during a crisis
Rachel Massey, Director of Marketing at Huthwaite International, shares eight tips to help futureproof your business in uncertain times.
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ArticleReifenhäuser converts own meltblown test lines to produce "one million facemasks"
To aid in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, Reifenhäuser Reicofil has converted two of its test plants to produce components for an estimated one million face masks.
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Article“There will be declines and lasting economic setbacks”: Behind the decision to postpone drupa until 2021
Following on from the announcement that this year’s edition of drupa will be postponed until 2021, Sabine Geldermann, director of drupa explains the landmark decision.
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ArticleTrade bodies warn of shortage in ink ingredients due to increased hand sanitizer production
Organisations across Europe are reporting shortages in ethanol and n-propanol due to the increased use of these ingredients for sanitary purposes during the coronavirus crisis.
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ArticleInnovation Spotlight: Next generation metal detection with artificial intelligence from Sesotec
In this week’s Innovation Spotlight, Sesotec, a leading manufacturer of contaminant detection and material sorting technologies, introduces “THiNK,” a brand-new software that uses machine learning for improved metal detection.
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ArticleKite Packaging expands air cushion systems range
Serving as an alternative to bubble wrap and other protective void fill solutions, Kite Packaging has expanded its range of air cushion systems.
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ArticleOn Second Thoughts...What’s bugging me
Kevin Vyse, head of technical at Rapid Action Packaging, a consumer packaging solutions provider to the evolving food industry, explores the implications of the coronavirus outbreak on the packaging industry.
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ArticleSmurfit Kappa launches new tap for Bag-in-Box packaging
Smurfit Kappa has introduced the QuickConnect Vitop – a new Bag-in-Box tap for use in the soft drinks market.