All Food articles
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ArticleSidel targets flexibility and speed with new case packer
Sidel has announced its Cermex RoboSELEX bottle collating system for case packers, said to have a high-speed performance of up to 320 products per minute and offer ‘unlimited’ lightweight bottle shapes and batch configurations.
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ArticleHuel serves high-protein ramen in plastic cup with separable cardboard wrap
Huel is using Greiner Packaging’s K3 cups with a separable cardboard wrap for its High Protein Ramen Noodle Cups, aiming to reduce plastic consumption and unlock a convenient meal format for busy lifestyles.
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ArticleSun Chemical unveils direct food contact ink and water-based green pigment
Sun Chemical reveals its new direct food contact sheetfed ink for folding carton alongside a green pigment for its water-based ink portfolio – both designed to help brands comply with EU sustainability and food safety requirements.
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ArticleCompact collaborative palletizer designed for heavy cases in limited space
FlexLink has launched RC20: a compact, standardized collaborative palletizing cell designed to handle heavier cases and high-throughput applications in food, pharmaceuticals, and more.
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ArticleResealable canister introduced by Mars to keep crackers fresh on the go
Mars Snacking has introduced a resealable canister for its Cheez-It and Club crackers, designed to help consumers keep the products fresh while eating on the go.
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ArticleSüdpack unveils mono-PP pouch solution for yoghurt drink market
Südpack has launched a recyclable, mono-material polypropylene (PP) flexible pouch aimed at the drinkable yoghurt market.
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ArticleNew Zealand government to launch nationwide farm plastics recycling scheme
The New Zealand government has announced plans for a nationwide Rural Recycling Scheme for farm plastics starting in March next year, due to expand recycling and recovery of agrichemical containers, bale wrap and silage sheet with a new take-back system.
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ArticleMondelēz International replaces PET cookie trays with FSC-certified paper
Mondelēz International has announced it has replaced the rigid PET trays for its flagship European cookies range with FSC-certified paper trays, spanning over 115 cookie products across eight brands.
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ArticlePPWR compliance: are we stopping too early?
If PPWR forces us to rethink packaging anyway, why stop at compliance? Peter Stael, owner and partner at Across-Consult, explores the possibilities of going beyond the legal minimum and giving every pack its own traceable identity.
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ArticleStahl introduces haptic coatings range for tactile finishes
Speciality coatings provider Stahl has announced its expanded Sensora portfolio of high-performance haptic coatings, with tactile finishes including soft, rubbery and textured.
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ArticleCellulose tray designed for use in air fryer is used to pack frozen chicken
Copacol has packaged seasoned chicken cuts in a cellulose tray that can be placed directly in the air fryer – targeting convenience, recyclability, and biodegradability.
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ArticleZomato launches website to help restaurants select packaging materials for food delivery
Major Indian food delivery app Zomato has revealed its interactive PackSwitch website, designed to help restaurants select the most suitable packaging options for different menu items, providing material performance details and connecting them with verified suppliers.
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ArticleKelpi’s seaweed-based coating approved for food contact by US FDA
UK company Kelpi has announced that its seaweed-based biomaterial coating has been cleared for food contact by the US Food and Drug Administration, allowing it to be used on paper and board food packaging sold in the US.
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ArticleBetty Crocker unveils new packaging design and handbag collection
American baking brand Betty Crocker has introduced a new packaging design as part of its ‘Bettier Than Ever’ campaign, featuring new photography and linked to its Betty Ate Collection of limited-edition cake slice handbags.
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ArticleWiliot and CISC partner to increase testing of IoT Pixels for labels
Supply chain AI platform Wiliot and testing and measurement solutions company CISC have partnered to support high-volume functional testing of Wiliot’s battery-free Internet of Things (IoT) Pixels for labels.
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ArticleRefreshed Jif branding mirrors modern consumption habits for peanut butter
Jif has refreshed its branding for the first time in over thirty years, updating its on-pack imagery and logo to reflect the changing role of its peanut butter in consumers’ daily lives.
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ArticleRubbermaid’s food containers use copolyester with up to 50% recycled content
Rubbermaid has expanded its lineup of food storage and pantry containers to offer products made with Eastman’s Tritan Renew copolyester, which contains up to 50% certified recycled content.
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ArticleAhlstrom expands grease-resistant paper portfolio for North American market
Ahlstrom has launched its Grease-Gard PLUS and Grease-Gard PRO today, designed to expand its family of high-performance grease-resistant papers for the North American quick service restaurant (QSR) and food service market.
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ArticleAmcor and Tiptree partner on 30% PCR shrink films and pallet wrap
Amcor has collaborated with jams and preserves brand Tiptree to deliver certified 30% post-consumer recycled (PCR) films for Tiptree’s shrink films and pallet stretch wrap, aiming to help the brand prepare for upcoming UK Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) changes while maintaining logistics packaging performance.
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ArticleDemeter Bio develops bio-based, non-toxic PFAS replacement coating
London-based company Demeter Bio has revealed a non-toxic coating designed to replace PFAS in textiles and packaging using biomaterials, suitable for applications such as clothing, upholstery, hygiene and packaging.