In 2016, the Food Waste Reduction Alliance (FWRA) released its most-recent "Analysis of U.S. Food Waste among Food Manufacturers, Retailers and Restaurants" report
Consumer demand for fresh, shelf-stable food in transparent packaging and CPG companies’ preference for a PVdC-free, high-barrier film that delivers extended shelf life performance have driven the development of Toray Plastics (America)’s third generation of Torayfan clear, high-barrier BOPP films.
Realizing the need for an economical compact label print and apply system, Weber Packaging Solutions has announced the addition of the Model LA-2050 to their printer-applicator product line.
Packaging materials have evolved to meet new demands today’s snack and bakery market. A desire for longer shelf life paired with fewer preservatives in the foods and healthy eating overall has prompted the need for lightweight packaging, thinner barrier materials and convenience features on thinner, more-sustainable substances.
Value-added packaging formats like retail-ready or shelf-ready packaging make it easy for retailers to quickly shelve products. It also builds an additional layer of branding to help snack producers and bakery companies deliver a strong message to shoppers.
Processing Technologies International, LLC (PTi), a leading global manufacturer of high-performance sheet extrusion machinery, has entered the high-speed extruder segment with the launch of its Super-G High-Speed Extruders for the processing of polypropylene (PP) and high-impact polystyrene (HIPS) for the packaging market.
