Design & Innovation
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Zappar: creating interactive experiences with SIG cartons
Elmhurst’s new plant-based protein drink will sport a “zapcode” at Natural Products Expo East in Baltimore.
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Introducing The Alpha HSM
A High-Speed Label Applicator With a Modular Design
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Linear orientation
The Linear Modules consist of an anodized aluminum profile body with integrated ball rails and the option of a ball screw drive or a belt drive
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igus introduces low-cost, game-changing delta robot
Low-maintenance, lightweight assembly dramatically reduces automation costs
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Let’s get cracking
Canadian case-packing machinery manufacturer keeps rising through industry ranks with exemplary work ethic and relentless continuous improvement
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Advanced Light Curtain System Improves Flexibility and Safety
Rockwell Automation GuardShield light curtains bring innovative transceiver technology to safeguard perimeter of robotic work cells and other hazardous equipment
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OnRobot self-cleaning adhesive gripping system wins major award
ODENSE, Denmark – This year’s Innovation and Entrepreneurship Award (IERA) has gone to Danish manufacturer OnRobot, for its Gecko Gripper, which uses a self-cleaning technology for sustainable production. OnRobot received the prestigious award at the 50th International Symposium on Robotics,…
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Whale of a time turns ocean plastic waste into art
Giant sculpture of a breaching blue whale built out of plastic waste for Belgian art show.
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Crown helps Turkey go thermochromic for summer promo
Beautiful-looking cans from Coca-Cola use thermochromic inks on 10 new graphic designs on cans for Turkish market.
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The Legacy Of Rings Around The Collars
A monthly look at some of the hits and misses in the packaging world from the viewpoint of Joe Public, Canadian Packaging magazine’s revolving columnists. From the June 2018 issue.
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PMMI awards student scholarships
PMMI Scholarship awarded to students at two-year colleges in U.S.
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Package design for Sam’s Choice private brand wins awards
Anthem Worldwide and Walmart honored in The Vertex Awards 2018 competition.
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Waste vegetables make concrete stronger
A combination of waste carrots and sugar beets makes concrete just as strong as a traditional mixture but cost-savings are found as less concrete needs to be used.
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CrownConnect’s industry-first “Almond” Blockchain technology for FACT Water
The technology facilitates greater brands transparency and consumer interaction.
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Pretium’s SureHandle bottle takes three Ameristar Awards including Best Of Show
SureHandle Bottle takes three IoPP Ameristar packaging awards for bottle with integrated handle.
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Delta 9 Cannabis and Fort Garry Brewing release Legal Lager beer
Manitoba brewery and cannabis company team up to create a rye lager beer featuring hemp seeds.
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The Millennial Packaging “Wow” Factor
A monthly look at some of the hits and misses in the packaging world from the viewpoint of Joe Public, Canadian Packaging magazine’s revolving columnists. From the May 2018 issue.
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Smurfit Kappa’s packaging innovation recognized at the WorldStar Awards
Smurfit Kappa has won awards for innovative automotive and point-of-sale packaging solutions in the renowned WorldStar Packaging Awards.
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The Kits Are Alright!
East Coast salmon processor poised to make big waves in the frozen seafood market through leading-edge product innovation and tasteful packaging execution —May 2018, Canadian Packaging
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Functionality at its best!
Build conveyors in real time with Dorner’s new 3D Preview.
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TC Transcontinental Packaging wins big at the 2018 Excellence in Flexography Awards
As part of the 2018 Excellence in Flexography Awards by the FTA, TC Transcontinental won a total of eight awards, including the prestigious “Best of Show” award in the Web/Process/Film category for Transcontinental Robbie’s Post Fruity Pebbles / Cocoa Pebbles packages.
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Cosmetic packaging re-imagined with Versaflex PKG thermoplastic elastomers from PolyOne
PolyOne offers chemically-compatible thermoplastic elastomers for brand owners and converters who create cosmetic packaging.
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Amcor wins two Alufoil trophies at EAFA
Developments in packaging sustainability and efficiency secure Amcor two 2018 Alufoil Trophies at the European Aluminium Foil Association awards.
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Moisture-catching packaging for meat and fish
The GravityTray captures dripping liquids in a separate bottom compartment.
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SIAL Canada unveils 2018 Innovation grand prizes
Three Farmers Products, Cucina & Amore, Crickstart Food, and Tree Island Gourmet Yogurt are the big winners of 2018 SIAL Innovation grand prizes.
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Packaging To Simplify Our Busy Lives
A monthly look at some of the hits and misses in the packaging world from the viewpoint of Joe Public, Canadian Packaging magazine’s revolving columnists. From the April 2018 issue.
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The Gluten Free Bar takes top packaging award at Natural Products Expo
The Gluten Free Bar was awarded for its IntegraFlex collapsible cup packaging technology.
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Honeywell Intelligrated intros AR maintenance solution
New augmented reality maintenance solution keyed to distribution centers providing real-time audio-visual connection to off-site support, helping customers decrease unplanned downtime and reduce service costs.
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Tetra Pak launches new packaging material effects
New packaging material effects will help brands attract shoppers’ attention.
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Packaging Hides Product In Plain Sight
A monthly look at some of the hits and misses in the packaging world from the viewpoint of Joe Public, Canadian Packaging magazine’s revolving columnists. From the March 2018 issue.
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Small but strong
New droplet-shaped lightweight bottle from Krones.
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Tekni-Plex has Sniff Seal technology
Tekni-Plex granted a patent for the first-of-its-kind Sniff Seal technology that enables scent permeation through induction-sealed closure liner.
