All Consumer Experience articles – Page 5
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ArticleWestpak aims to improve heat retention with new pizza packaging
Westpak has launched its HeatWave packaging in an effort to improve the heat retention of delivery and takeaway pizzas by over 20%. One of the long-standing design flaws in typical takeaway pizza boxes is poor heat retention, the company says. Whether waiting for customer collection or being ...
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ArticleSustainaholics and easyJet serve miniature spirits in 100% PCR aluminium bottles
In a new collaboration, Sustainaholics’ full range of spirits will be available in 100% post-consumer recycled (PCR) aluminium bottles on select easyJet flights.
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ArticleNew powder seamer for infant formula introduced by JBT Corporation
JBT Corporation has launched its SeamTec 2 Evolute technology for infant formula powders, aiming to meet powder market demands and efficiency.
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PodcastReuse Part 1: Bringing reuse and refill to mainstream retail
When it comes to the retail sector, what action is needed to scale up reuse and refill? Victoria Hattersley speaks with circular economy consultant Chris Baker.
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ArticleNavigator launches new paper pack aiming to reduce environmental impact
Paper company Navigator has launched its Home Pack 2X designed for double sided printing, drawing and crafting, and aiming to improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact. The new pack has 200 sheets of 90 g.m-2 and the paper has double-sided printing capabilities, apparently allowing users to ...
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ArticleAPC Packaging launches airless pump for skincare products
APC Packaging has announced the release of its EAPP EcoReady All Plastic Airless Pump, made from plastic and engineered with airless technology, aiming for a more eco-friendly dispensing solution.
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ArticleTOMRA launches Basic Line reverse vending machines for retailers new to deposit return schemes
Reverse vending machine (RVM) manufacturer TOMRA Collection has launched its new Basic Line for stores new to participating in deposit return systems (DRS), designed to offer a simple way for retailers to start collecting empty beverage containers for recycling while saving space and resources.
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ArticleEco-Products launches product line to address composter contamination challenges
Eco-Products has announced a new product line designed to make differentiation between compostable and non-compostable products easier for consumers, composters, and the foodservice value chain.
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ArticleMiwa supplies dm stores in Germany with shopping modules for unpackaged products
Czech company Miwa has supplied dm (drogerie markt) shops in Germany with modules aiming to minimize packaging waste for the chain’s loose food products such as pasta, rice, cereal and nuts.
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ArticleBerry Global launches inhaler for better patient access to combination drugs
Berry Global has announced the launch of the BerryHaler, a dual chamber, dry powder inhaler (DPI) with a dose counter designed to provide better patient access to and support the effective delivery of combination drugs.
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ArticlePaper and packaging sales value said to fall across continents in Q4 2023
Analysis of millions of invoices on the supply chain finance platform, Demica, has revealed the value of sales in paper and packaging and transport and logistics sectors fell by double digits in Q4 of 2023, compared to Q4 of 2022.
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ArticleCulinary brand Mousline’s packaging revived for a new generation
French mashed potato brand Mousline is unveiling a new strategy and overhauled pack design by Marks, aiming to revive the category for a wider and more diverse audience.
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ArticleTOMRA begins market testing for reverse vending machine designed for accessibility
TOMRA’s new R2 reverse vending machine for drinks container recycling, designed for inclusivity and accessibility, has begun in-store market tests in four European countries, coinciding with the Leap Year’s ‘Leap Day’ on 29 February.
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ArticleReuse and refill: focus on cosmetics
Since the European Commission announced revisions to the Packaging and Packaging Waste directive and WWF published a position paper including a framework for reuse systems, how has the cosmetics and personal care sector reacted? Journalist Frances Butler takes a look into the developments in this area.
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ArticleWinners of Pharmapack Awards 2024 winners announced
This year’s Pharmapack Awards winners include an injection moulding technology that replaces plastics with pulp; a system that can turn standard prefilled syringes into dual-chamber solutions for lyophilized drugs; and an intra-nasal delivery device for comfortable and targeted drug administration.
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ArticleConsumer Protection: How could utilising technology help brands protect consumers?
Consumer protection in packaging can range from the physical packaging to the technology used in labelling, affecting consumers of industries including pharmaceuticals, food and beverages. At the start of 2022, Markem-Imaje highlighted the challenges of counterfeiting, particularly around the holiday period. The article pointed out the ...
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ArticlePatient safety and efficient dosing foregrounded by Berry at Pharmapack
Berry Global Healthcare will display various pharmaceutical packaging solutions at Pharmapack 2024, including a new dry powder inhaler for combination drugs; an ophthalmic nozzle designed for safe and reliable administration; and a child-resistant closure featuring digital technology for improved medication adherence.
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ArticleOn-pack AQR codes unlock audible cooking instructions for Unilever noodles
In a new partnership with Be My Eyes, Unilever is expanding its use of Zappar’s Accessible QR (AQR) technology to provide AI-powered virtual assistance for blind and visually impaired consumers via a free app.
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ArticleStarbucks unlocks reuse in all ordering channels at Canadian and US locations
Reusable cups are now accepted in café, drive-thru, and mobile orders at all company-operated and participating licensed Starbucks stores in Canada and the United States – a move expected to bring the company closer to a 50% reduction in waste by 2030.
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ArticleAdopt on-pack Braille and QR codes to ensure accessibility for visually impaired, says Roland DG
Roland DG has commissioned a study revealing the negative impact of inaccessible on-pack product information on visually impaired consumers, and now encourages brands to embrace Braille, QR codes, and other solutions to ensure complete inclusivity.