In 2012, some 29 million tons, or 91%, of the corrugated packaging used in the U.S. was successfully recovered for recycling, maintaining its top position as the most-recycled packaging material.
Jan Erik Kuhlmann joins the Taunton, Mass., company as president. Harpak-ULMA is a leading packaging machinery/integrated systems supplier to the meat, snack, cheese, produce, bakery, prepared meals and medical industries.
Frito-Lay, Hershey and Kellogg are among the AmeriStar 2013 Packaging Awards Competition entrants being recognized by the Institute of Packaging Professional for their innovative new food-related packaging.
Innovative and convenient, resealable bag features can add to a distinctive shelf presence that promotes product differentiation.
The World Packaging Organisation (WPO) is accepting entries for 2014 WorldStar Packaging Awards until Sept. 27. The awards ceremony will be held in May 2014 during Interpack 2014 in Düsseldorf, Germany.
The 2013 AmeriStar and Visionary Awards winners will be recognized for their contributions to the packaging industry, June 19, at EastPack in Philadelphia.
New initiative provides small and midsized businesses with services and networking opportunities to advance their businesses.
The World Packaging Organisation is accepting entries for its 2013-14 WorldStar Student Awards until Sept. 30.
Marketers are prompting something nicknamed "hand-to-mouth" snacking with packaging that encourages such behavior. Such packaging includes resealable bags that eliminate the chore of unwrapping products inside, single-serve trays, cups, bottles and more.
The regional packaging and processing event debuts at Philadelphia’s Pennsylvania Convention Center in 2015.
On-Demand: SQF 2000, FSMA, ISO 22000/PAS220 and other standards continue to gain traction in an attempt to create safer foods and beverages.
Effects of Organic Production on Food Quality is the first comprehensive book on how organic production methods influence the safety and quality of foods, based on an unbiased assessment of the latest scientific findings. The title is a 'must-have' for everyone working within the food industry.
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