Packaging Concepts

Abbott launches PediaSure SideKicks in kid-friendly packaging
Posted by Lisa McTigue Pierce, May 16, 2012
At school or on-the-go, the new kid-friendly packaging makes it easy for moms to fit this nutritional drink into a lunch bag and helps fit good nutrition into their child's routine. More
Tesco trials packaging that doubles shelf life of produce
Posted by Lisa McTigue Pierce, May 16, 2012
Tesco is testing the new packaging in the U.K. on its Jersey Royal Pearl potatoes and says that, if the trials prove successful, it will look at extending the packaging across more of its produce. More
Candy brands launch sweet pouch packaging
Posted by Jenni Spinner, Senior Editor, May 15, 2012
Confection maker Promotion in Motion has launched a number of sweets in stand-up pouches, increasing the edibles' shelf presence. More
Kellogg's refreshes packaging, website
Posted by Jenni Spinner, Senior Editor, May 15, 2012
The 106-year-old manufacturer of cereals and other breakfast goodies is looking to engage customers and highlight its Olympic team sponsorship. More
Awards salute excellence in beauty packaging
Posted by Jenni Spinner, Senior Editor, May 15, 2012
The 2012 International Package Design Awards winners will be showcased at the HBA Global Expo and Conference, scheduled June 19-21 in New York City. More
Product and packaging can create brand harmony
Posted by John Kalkowski, May 14, 2012
Today's consumers want their foods to be as pure and unprocessed as they can possibly be. Minimalist package designs attract the consumer's attention and are able to convey the vital first impression of the food or beverage inside the package. And they persuade the consumer to buy the product. More
UK retailer keeping tomatoes fresh longer
Posted by John Kalkowski, May 13, 2012
UK retailer Tesco's tomatoes will now stay fresher for longer. Fruit naturally ripens in the presence of ethylene gas. Controlling this process is vital for the fresh produce industry to minimize the waste, cost and disappointment caused by premature ripening in the supply chain.

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Starbucks, ConAgra tackle packaging sustainability at TAPPI 2012
Posted by Jenni Spinner, Senior Editor, May 11, 2012
Plastics Today senior editor Heather Caliendo covered the Seattle event and gained insights from company leaders about initiatives and challenges. More
Pepsi unveils aluminum bottle
Posted by Jenni Spinner, Senior Editor, May 11, 2012
The beverage giant has relaunched Pepsi Twist in a Fusion aluminum bottle, produced by Rexam. More
DuPont Awards celebrate packaging innovation, sustainability and cost/waste reduction
Posted by Lisa McTigue Pierce, May 11, 2012
Heinz, Kraft, Pepperidge Farms, Cadbury, Unilever and other top brands took home top honors in the 24th DuPont Awards for Packaging Innovation. More
Budweiser shows patriotic colors in summer packaging
John Kalkowski, May 10, 2012
For the first time in many years, the iconic Budweiser bottle will see a major makeover - special red, white and blue packaging for a limited window this summer. More
Produce supplier launches new packaging for summer promo
Posted by John Kalkowski, May 10, 2012
Produce supplier Tanimura & Antle is gearing up for salad season with new packaging and promotions designed to drive sales and meet market demands from trade and consumer audiences.

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Event gives a taste of candy packaging trends
Jenni Spinner, Senior Editor, May 9, 2012
The Sweets and Snacks Expo—taking place this week in Chicago—is offering attendees a glimpse of what's ahead in the candy and snacks industry, including new and innovative packaging. More
New Tropicana multi-serve PET bottle is easy to open and pour
Lisa McTigue Pierce, May 8, 2012
The extrusion blow molded handleware container is also fully compatible with the current PET recycling infrastructure. More
Craft brewers can buy small quantities of glass bottles online
Posted by Lisa McTigue Pierce, May 8, 2012
Verallia North America has set up the first web site to offer online sales by the pallet load (instead of truck loads) direct from the manufacturer. More
Food shows agree to co-locate in 2013
Posted by Lisa McTigue Pierce, May 8, 2012
The Food Processing Suppliers Assn. (FPSA) and the Intl. Dairy Foods Assn. (IDFA) have signed an agreement to co-locate Process Expo and the Intl. Dairy Show in Chicago, beginning in 2013. More
POM Wonderful debuts portable single-serve bottle
Posted by Lisa McTigue Pierce, May 8, 2012
"We designed the new 8-oz size to meet the needs of consumers; it is perfect to grab on the go, enjoy on your way to work, or toss into a lunchbox for a single serving of delicious, good-for-you, pomegranate juice," says Laurie McCartney, chief marketing officer of POM Wonderful. More
SBS board
Edited by Lisa McTigue Pierce, May 8, 2012
As a premium bleached board made from virgin tree fibers that has good organoleptic properties, solid bleached sulphate (SBS) is often used in high-end packaging or for packaging aroma- and flavor-sensitive products like fragrance or chocolate. More
OSHA cites packaging manufacturer for safety violations following a worker's death
Posted by Lisa McTigue Pierce, May 8, 2012
"This case starkly shows the grave consequences from unguarded moving machine parts," says Mary Hoye, OSHA's area director. "Proper safeguards could have prevented the needless and tragic loss of a worker's life." More
Budweiser dons patriotic packaging
Posted by Lisa McTigue Pierce, May 8, 2012
Budweiser bottles, cans and secondary packaging will convert to red, white and blue for a limited time, as part of the company's philanthropic initiative to raise $2.5 million for educational scholarships for families of America's fallen heroes. More