All Design articles – Page 9
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ArticleAre designers truly responsible for 80% of a pack’s environmental footprint?
The statistic that design is responsible for 80% of a pack’s footprint is frequently cited across the packaging value chain. But where did this figure come from, and how much faith should we really put in it? According to Paul Foulkes-Arellano, founder of Circuthon Consulting, it’s time to bust this myth and reveal the truth.
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ArticleAvantium provides plant-based PEF to produce recyclable packaging for LVMH Perfumes & Cosmetics
Avantium has signed an agreement with luxury goods conglomerate LVMH Group (Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton) to secure a fixed volume of the plant-based, fully recyclable polymer polyethylene furanoate (PEF) for their cosmetics packaging. It is hoped to be a step towards the commercial launch of a new and sustainable packaging material.
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ArticleSilgan Dispensing unveils closure with built-in chamber for controlled dosing
Silgan Dispensing has announced the launch of its new dosing solution, MeaSURE, a closure with a built-in chamber that delivers controlled dosing for applications such as laundry, cleaning, automotive, and personal care.
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ArticleAEROBAL announces winners of the World Aluminium Aerosol Can Award 2022
AEROBAL, the International Organisation of Aluminium Aerosol Container Manufacturers, has announced the winners of the World Aluminium Aerosol Can Award 2022 with lightweight and recycled aluminium solutions recognised across categories.
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ArticleWagamama launches crystallised PET takeaway bowls
Wagamama is set to launch crystallised PET bowls developed by Morrama, reportedly offering a recyclable solution with enhanced heat resistance and product protection across its delivery and takeaway options.
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ArticleTOMRA launches ‘market’s smallest’ reverse vending machine for convenience stores
TOMRA has launched what it says is the market’s smallest reverse vending machine for glass, aluminium and plastic containers, which is aimed at providing a plug-and-play solution for smaller retailers to participate in deposit return schemes.
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ArticleEtma announces Tube of the Year 2022 winners
The European Tube Manufacturers Association (Etma) has announced the winners of its annual Tube of the Year competition, with each category showcasing innovations in design, weight and material reduction, and recyclability.
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ArticleUV blacklight label on new craft beer can reveals hidden images
Turner Labels, a US label converter based in Kentucky, recently announced an innovative label collaboration with Mirror Twin Brewing (MTB). With the help of an HP Indigo 6900 digital press, the companies have developed a craft beer can label utilizing blacklight UV ink.
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ArticleHow P&G’s new laundry capsule box combines sustainable and inclusive design with child safety certification
Ariel will now offer its All-in-1 Pods® in a recyclable cardboard-based box designed with accessibility and child safety certification as a priority. Samantha King, R&D Vice President at P&G Fabric Care Europe, discusses the process behind developing a laundry care box that met the team’s certified child safety, sustainability and inclusivity targets.
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ArticleUnilever launches laundry capsule designed to reduce plastic and cut carbon emissions
Unilever has launched what it claims to be its most sustainable laundry capsule to date, alleged to reduce greenhouse gases by 16% and relieve the waste stream of 6000 tonnes of plastic every year.
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ArticleFinalist interview: Optimising FMCG packaging design with SCALIZE
SCALIZE, which provides automated analysis of packaging dimensions to help reduce material costs and enhance sustainability, is a finalist in our 2022 Sustainability Awards. Robert Hughes, one of the company’s co-founders, tells us more about the potential of its solution.
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ArticleFasten unveils lightweight rPP cosmetic jar with refill system
Fasten has introduced the REfill REuse REpeat cosmetic jar system made from 100% recycled PP and featuring an ultra-light, thermoformed refill cup.
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ArticleDS Smith reports on progress towards plastic and emissions reduction targets
In its Sustainability Report 2022, DS Smith claims it has designed out over 313 million pieces of plastic from customer packaging portfolios over the past two years, as part of its fibre-based solutions programme and the implementation of its Circular Design Metrics.
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ArticleBerry launches resealable and refillable mono-material container for wet wipes
Berry Superfos has launched a mono-material polypropylene (PP) container for Hitam’s wet wipes range that is both resealable to retain freshness and refillable.
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ArticleAll4Labels launches portfolio of products and services aimed at boosting sustainable label performance
All4Labels is set to launch STAR Products, a portfolio of labelling and packaging solutions designed for recyclability and including recycled or renewable materials, and STAR Services, aimed at supporting customers in enhancing sustainability across the labelling value chain.
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ArticleResearch from DS Smith suggests excessive packaging has a negative impact on consumer perceptions of brands
New research from DS Smith suggests that 43% of consumers are frustrated by excessive packaging, which reportedly results in 86,000 tonnes of potentially avoidable CO2 emissions each year – but four-fifths of businesses admit to using packaging that does not fit with the size of the product.
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ArticleFasten introduces lightweight refill solution with 100% PP pump
Innovative Beauty Group (IBG) company, Fasten, has introduced the Recharge Luxury Refill solution made entirely from PP and PET with an all-PP cosmetic pump and a colourless, lightweight outer bottle.
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ArticleValue chain collaboration develops colourless, 100% PCR bottle concept with a deinkable shrink sleeve
The Design4Circularity initiative, which includes Clariant, Siegwerk, Borealis, and Beiersdorf, has developed a concept for a colourless personal care bottle with 100% post-consumer recyclate (PCR) content, which features a printed deinkable full-body shrink sleeve for design differentiation.
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From our sponsorsHow to make sustainability claims about packaging recyclability
With consumers increasingly looking for more sustainable packaging, well-executed on-pack sustainability claims can help to boost consumer perceptions of brands. Amcor has developed this free guide to help brands create a successful packaging recyclability claim.
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ArticleReckitt launches minimalist e-commerce packaging for Vanish
Reckitt power brand Vanish is launching Vanish Multipower Tabs with minimalist packaging and a brand experience designed specifically for online shoppers.