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ArticleMarking time: Staying compliant with new EU wine labelling requirements
Starting in December 2023, important new EU rules came into effect around wine labelling. Since then, all wines made or sold in the EU must have all their ingredients and nutritional information listed on the bottle. What is the best way to comply with these new laws? Geoffrey Tarret, software solutions sales engineer at Markem-Imaje, tells us more.
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ArticleSparxell raises $3.2 million to advance development of plant-based pigments
Sparxell has announced the completion of a $3.2 million funding round to accelerate the development and commercialization of products to eliminate synthetic chemicals from colourants in the cosmetics, fashion, paint, and packaging markets.
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Sponsored ContentA closer look at KURZ’s new labelling innovation
In February 2024, KURZ launched TTR NOVA - an innovative new solution that offers holographic thermal transfer ribbons that can enhance product labels with diffractive finishes and dynamic depth effects. We caught up with Ivo Kionka, CEO KURZ Typofol GmbH, to find out more.
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ArticleNew range of self-adhesive solutions for compostable packaging launched by Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives
Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives has announced its new range of compostable self-adhesive materials, developed with the aim of providing high-performance labels for fully compostable packaging.
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ArticleAre you using the right barcode?
In anticipation of the upcoming webinar hosted by Packaging Europe and Markem-Imaje, Tim Sykes discovers why now is the time to discuss GS1-128 barcodes with Derek Dorsey, manager of strategic accounts.
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ArticleUPM Raflatac receives RecyClass recognition for UV adhesive PE films
UPM Raflatac has received RecyClass recognition for PE films with its multipurpose UV acrylic adhesive technology, reportedly the first pressure sensitive laminate producer to receive technology approval in this category.
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ArticleVideojet aims to cut costs and reduce mistakes with automated pallet labeller
Videojet has launched its new 9560 PL pallet labelling system, aiming to streamline operations and reduce errors.
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ArticleMarkem-Imaje develops portable direct coding solution for challenging applications
Markem-Imaje’s new Marking Trigger Device is intended to enable portable, flexible, and direct coding and marking for difficult-to-reach or unusually shaped objects on a production line.
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ArticleLoftware launches cloud labelling platform for supply chains at LogiMat 2024
Loftware has launched its Loftware Cloud labelling platform at LogiMAT 2024, designed to help businesses with supply chain complexities, ensure supplier compliance and improve traceability.
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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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ArticleReelables launches active Bluetooth shipping label for supply chain traceability
Reelables has announced the launch of its new active Bluetooth 4”x 8” shipping label, apparently enabling logistics providers, cargo forwarders, manufacturers, and retailers to trace cargo through the supply chain without extra software integration.
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ArticleHow can labels and the printed decorative packaging industry meet the PPWD’s ambitions?
As Europe goes about introducing new packaging and packaging waste rules, where do label and printed decorative packaging manufacturers’ responsibilities lie? Gabriel Magdaleno, foreign sales director at Masterpress, explains how digital watermarking, choosing the optimal material for each label application, improving consumer awareness and participation in sustainability schemes, and more can help the EU reach its goals.
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ArticleTamper-evident, fibre-based, recyclable labels unveiled by Faller Packaging
Faller Packaging has developed a recyclable, fibre-based, semi-transparent and tamper-proof label with first-opening indication, designed for use in the pharmaceutical industry.
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ArticleOpaque, floatable PO shrink film from Innovia Films geared towards higher rPET yield
Aiming to boost recycling for food-grade PET packaging, Innovia Films has unveiled a low-density white polyolefin shrink film that reportedly maintains its floatability when printed.
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ArticleUkrainian packaging innovations win big at WorldStar 2024 awards
In the midst of the ongoing Russian invasion, the Club Packagers of Ukraine has congratulated Ukrainian companies RPE Aventin LLC, Intpack, and VPC Vesna for their success in the World Packaging Organisation’s WorldStar competition in 2024 – receiving awards for their respective biodegradable pouch, chocolate and sweets box, and aroma diffuser and candle packaging.
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ArticleCollaborative initiative seeks to deink and recycle printed PP and PS cups
Siegwerk, Greiner Packaging, and Krones have teamed up in an initiative set on deinking and recycling polypropylene and polystyrene cups via hot caustic washing – and now call for design-for-recycling guidelines to be updated in line with their results.
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ArticleDTM Print’s mono-material and tech line strives for recyclable labelling products
DTM Print has produced new biobased papers, mono-material label materials, and a new colour label printer with its sights set on enhanced recyclability, increased efficiency, and reduced environmental impact during label production processes.
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ArticleSappi’s machine-glazed kraft strives for high coffee pack print quality
Designed especially for coffee packaging, Sappi’s Algro Finess C coated flexible packaging paper aims to prevent fold or colour cracking while offering ‘superior’ printing and converting properties.
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ArticleSmart shipping label connects to 5G network to track real-time supply chain data
Reelables has launched a printable 5G label solution designed to connect to a cellular network, generate accurate product data, and track products across their supply chains to prevent fraud, theft, and items going missing in transit.
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ArticleNew smart labelling entity emphasizes secure, transparent, sustainable supply chains
All4Labels Global Packaging Group has launched INTEGRITAG, an entity implementing secure and intelligent features into digital printing solutions to enhance protection, transparency, efficiency, and sustainability across supply chains.