All Protection articles – Page 6
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ArticleNew research from Digimarc points to consumer demand for digital traceability solutions
New research from Digimarc Corporation has found that being able to verify the authenticity of a product is important to over 70% of consumers, with almost two-thirds saying that transparency into how and where a product is made is a key part of their purchasing decision. The research points to opportunities for brands to use traceability solutions like QR codes to build consumer confidence.
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ArticleWhat action is being taken on chemicals of concern in food contact packaging?
A recent study led by the Food Packaging Forum has identified a list of 388 chemicals of concern used in food contact materials, some of which are carcinogenic or build up in the environment, which it says must a priority for phasing out as part of the EU’s Chemical Strategy for Sustainability.
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ArticleGerresheimer offers container-level traceability from production to point-of-care
Gerresheimer, a global supplier of drug packaging solutions, offers a traceability concept that it claims will ensure complete transparency throughout the value chain and greater safety for the patient.
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ArticleHow can anti-ice coatings support packaging supply chains?
Researchers at the University of Illinois Chicago have developed a range of coatings for industrial surfaces that use a specialised chemical composition to delay the formation of ice, helping to prevent damage to the product. Mr Rukmava Chatterjee discusses how they can be used to complement multiple packaging applications across the supply chain while offering a lower environmental footprint than typical anti-freeze alternatives.
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ArticleSmurfit Kappa develops water-resistant paper
Smurfit Kappa has launched AquaStop water-resistant paper with a coating added during the manufacturing process that reportedly does not interfere with recyclability, as part of its new TechniPaper portfolio.
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PodcastToppan develops temperature logger label for long-distance transportation
Toppan has developed a thin, card-sized temperature logger label that enables temperature to be measured and recorded at regular intervals during transport with UHF and NFC, and for data to be sent to databases via wireless networks for cost-effective cold chain monitoring.
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ArticleConsortium including PulPac granted further funding to develop bio-based barrier coatings
BioInnovation has granted a consortium of PulPac, Nordic Barrier Coating, and OrganoClick additional funding to continue developing 100% bio-based, plastic- and PFAS-free barriers for food packaging applications.
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ArticleAvery Dennison launches dual frequency RFID inlays for retail and medical applications
Avery Dennison has expanded its dual-frequency inlay range with two new additions that combine near-field communication (NFC) and RFID technologies for item-level tagging in retail and pharmaceutical applications.
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ArticleEssentra Packaging and AMD announce smart packaging collaboration to boost cold chain pharma security
Essentra Packaging has announced its collaboration with Advanced Material Development (AMD) in developing a new generation of Time Temperature Indicators (TTIs), a smart packaging technology for the pharmaceutical sector.
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ArticleSmurfit Kappa launches paper-based and child-proof detergent box
Smurfit Kappa has introduced the patented TopLock Box, a plastic-free, paper-based packaging solution for detergent pods and capsules with child-proof features.
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Article‘First-to-market’ mono-material PET blister lid unveiled by Huhtamaki
Huhtamaki has today announced the launch of Push Tab, a first-to-market, aluminium-free, mono-material PET blister lid for the global healthcare and pharmaceutical industries
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ArticleThe Ukrainian dual system stand-up pouch that offers two products in one pack
Duopack is a flexible packaging solution for stand-up pouches that features a partition dividing the products into two distinct parts, allowing them to be dispensed individually or at the same time depending on the application. The Ukrainian start-up’s founder, Oleksandr Grytsenko, expands on Duopack’s convenient and creative format, as well as his ‘Buy Ukrainian’ campaign to bring together the packaging industry in support of Ukraine after Russia’s invasion.
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ArticleNew pressure tester for glass containers introduced by Agr International
Agr has introduced its latest product for pressure testing glass containers, the RPT3, an all-in-one system designed to maximise laboratory testing or plant floor throughput and operator usability.
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ArticleTower Cold Chain develops lightweight container for smaller pharmaceutical deliveries
Tower Cold Chain says its new KTEvolution reusable container is lightweight and easy to carry by one person, making it suitable for smaller pharmaceutical shipments with a range of internal temperature settings that can be maintained for 120+ hours without external power or manual intervention.
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ArticleWhat part will packaging play in tackling the global counterfeiting challenge?
According to Europol and EUIPO, packaging is one of the most seized counterfeit items at EU borders, as well as a key component in presenting and selling counterfeit goods like food, beverages, and pharmaceuticals to consumers. What role does packaging play in international counterfeiting networks, and how can the packaging industry respond to protect consumers?
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ArticleValue chain collaboration delivers bioprocessing bags to support global vaccine distribution
A value chain partnership has developed sterile bioprocessing bags for applications including sensitive cell cultures manufactured by Sartorius using Südpack polymer films made from Dow resins, with the aim of supporting the global supply of vaccines such as those used for COVID-19.
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ArticleColpac introduces single portion platters to cater for changes in the shared buffet market
Colpac has expanded its Platters range to incorporate two new, smaller individual sized options in a bid to meet demand from the meetings and events sector for more hygienic alternatives to the shared buffet experience.
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ArticleResearch team develops insulating material inspired by skin cells of squid
Engineers from the University of California, Irvine (UCI) have developed a composite material that mimics chromatophores on the skin of squid that control infrared light and heat transmission, which it claims can be cost-effectively scaled for insulating applications such as beverage cups.
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ArticleSchur Flexibles develops antibacterial coating for films
Schur Flexibles has developed an antibacterial varnish that can be applied to a range of its films, including those used for food packaging applications, to help to enhance point of sale hygiene.
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ArticleHow is the pharmaceutical labels market faring?
According to a report by Future Market Insights (FMI), the healthcare and laboratory labels market is valued at US$9.2 billion in 2022. The COVID-19 pandemic, demographic shifts, and advancements in medical technologies are likely to continue driving this growth – although there could be challenges ahead for the industry.