Packaging

DIY Block Print Kit

Print, Create, Inspire — DIY Print Kits from ARTifactsWe had the pleasure of meeting Shelby Pence at the Los Angeles Printers Fair — a...

New standard sets guidelines for safely washing reusable packaging

As companies and consumers look for alternatives to single-use plastics, reusable container systems have grown in popularity. The CSA Group and PR3 publish a...

Exports pulled down 2024 paper recycling rate: AF&PA

Decreased fiber exports, especially to Asia, affected both paper and OCC recycling rates in the U.S., according to the American Forest & Paper Association....

Inside Royal’s Sustainability Strategy

Reading Time: 3 minutes Inside Royal’s Sustainability Strategy At Royal Containers, we don’t just manufacture boxes; we rethink how they’re made, how they’re used, and...

Novelis sees ‘strong demand’ for aluminum beverage packaging sheet

The company is readying additional capacity at a new Alabama facility as it expects continued sustainability-driven growth in aluminum beverage packaging. Source: https://www.packagingdive.com/news/novelis-aluminum-beverage-packaging-growth-bay-minette/757398/

Best Practices for Maintaining Longevity in Your Stretch Wrap Machine Investment

Investing in a stretch wrap machine represents a significant capital expenditure for any packaging operation. However, the initial purchase price is...

Connecticut’s beverage container redemption rate rose 21% in 2024

The Container Recycling Institute says improvements like a 10-cent deposit, more return locations and a broader range of accepted containers boosted redemption rates. Some...

Packaging innovations: Coors Light pits out, Pure Sunfarms gives a peek at weed

Plus, SIG works on a monomaterial bag for boxed wine, Smurfit Westrock and Papa Johns partner on digitally printed boxes to fit entire meals, Aptar brings biobased...

GFL’s team riding high after the NC SWANA Road-E-O

Although the dust has settled, GFL’s team of drivers, mechanics and landfill operators are still riding high after their performance at the SWANA Road-E-O...

Manufacturers nix the USDA’s Paper and Packaging Board

Since 2014, the organization has been funded by paper manufacturers and importers to boost paper-based packaging markets. But a recent vote on continuing the marketing...

Smurfit Westrock shutting down Cedar Rapids, Iowa, facility

This 100-employee closure follows other company announcements this year eliminating certain sites in Illinois, Oregon, Minnesota and Texas, spanning corrugated products, containerboard and more. Source: https://www.packagingdive.com/news/smurfit-westrock-closing-cedar-rapids-iowa-corrugated-packaging/757176/

USDA funds packaging innovations for $143B specialty crop export industry

The Sustainable Packaging Innovation Lab, through Clemson University, selected projects to help align with international regulations like the EU’s PPWR. Companies involved include Kwik Lok, NatureSweet,...

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