Packaging & Containers News
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50 Years of Igus: Compact Car from Cologne Glides Through Asia on Tribo Polymers
Since January of this year, a compact car equipped with polymer plain bearings from the plastic specialist igus, has been on tour across four continents and three oceans, through deserts, snow, and tropical heat. This demonstration trip showcases the potential and durability of the Cologne-based company's motion plastics - plastics for motion control applications. - June 16, 2014 - Igus Singapore Pte. Ltd.
Worldwide First Study on the European Market for Bags and Sacks Now Published by Ceresana
Plastics bags are increasingly attacked by environmental activists and legislators alike; yet at the same time consumption of plastic packaging rises. - June 12, 2014 - Ceresana
US Sawlog Prices Started Falling in the 2Q/14 After a Three-Year Upward Trend, This Due to Lower Lumber Prices and Weaker Log Export Markets
After a healthy 2013 and early 2014, lumber markets in the US started weakening in the spring with lumber prices falling over ten percent so far this year. The reduced lumber prices together with lower demand for US logs in Asia in the second quarter have put downward pressure on US sawlog prices so far this year, according to the Wood Resource Quarterly. - June 08, 2014 - Wood Resources International LLC
A World First: Chainflex Cables with "German Lloyd" Certificate
New test standard for cables in motion control applications guarantees reliability in maritime applications. - June 06, 2014 - Igus Singapore Pte. Ltd.
Igus Presents Maintenance-Free Systems for the Packaging Industry
The plastics expert igus offers products for cost-effective and zero-maintenance options for packaging machinery design. igus presents a wide range of innovative products – ranging from food grade tribo tape to fully harnessed energy chain systems. These are specifically developed for the stringent demands of the industry. - June 06, 2014 - Igus Singapore Pte. Ltd.
Cosmo Films Strengthens Its Exports with a New SEZ Plant
With 60 percent of company’s sales coming from exports & International operations and increased focus on specialty, innovative and value added products, Cosmo Films demarcates its newly opened Shendra plant especially for exports. - June 04, 2014 - Cosmo Films Ltd.
Matthews Unveils Unique Rubber Marking Ink Jet System for the Tire Industry
Matthews Marking Systems, a leading manufacturer of marking and coding products, has developed a unique ink jet printing system designed specifically for rubber marking and the tire industry. The new ink jet system features an ink jet controller, one or two 8000+ Series drop on demand print heads,... - June 03, 2014 - Matthews Marking Systems
Diamond Wins Three Awards in 21st Annual FSEA Gold Leaf Awards Competition
Awards showcase its folding carton decorating capabilities, including printing, foil stamping, and embossing. - May 31, 2014 - Diamond Packaging
MMC Depot Expands Line of Packaging Products to Encompass Ever Growing Cannabis Product Expansion
As more and more states make marijuana legally available for sale, there are a corresponding variety of state regulations pertaining to the medical storage containers being used to store and transport such products. Of course these laws are not just so that certain state regulations are met –... - May 19, 2014 - MMC Depot
The Downward Trend in Australian Wood Chip Exports Was Broken in 2013 Thanks to Increased Chip Demand from Chinese Pulpmills
Australia, one of the world’s largest wood chip exporters, increased its chip shipments in 2013 after a ten-year low in 2012. In the 1Q/14, shipments were close to the highest since 2010 thanks to high demand from China. Chinese pulp mills imported almost 30% of their hardwood chip import volume from Australia during the first three months of 2014. - May 08, 2014 - Wood Resources International LLC
Wood Pellet Exports from North America to Europe Have Doubled in Two Years to Reach 4.7 Million Tons in 2013 with the US South Accounting for 63% of the Volume
North America exported wood pellets valued at over 650 million dollars in 2013, a dramatic increase of more than 250 percent in just two years, according to data compiled by the North American Wood Fiber Review. The US South shipped almost three million tons last year, which was almost two-thirds of total export volume from North America. - May 08, 2014 - Wood Resources International LLC
The ME109Poucher System Unveiled at the SCAA Coffee Show 2014
Accent Packaging Equipment, a packaging equipment company based in Surrey, British Colombia, unveiled their state of the art pouch filling machine at the SCAA (Specialty Coffee Association of America) annual coffee show, which was held from April 25th to April 27th 2014. “Though traditional... - May 08, 2014 - Accent Packaging Equipment
Great Lakes Label Continues to Add Value Through New GMI Certification
On April 29, 2014, Great Lakes Label was awarded full certification by Graphic Measures International (GMI), a leader in print quality management and brand integrity. - May 07, 2014 - Great Lakes Label LLC
CIF Continues Its Development and Completed the Expansion of Its Plant in Tangier
To answer customers' request of new packaging products, CIF has invested in an expansion project of its plant, constructing an additional 2,500 m² of warehouse space. - April 24, 2014 - Compagnie Industrielle des Fibres
Global Sawlog Prices Rose in the 4Q/13 Resulting in the GSPI Reaching Its Third Highest Level Since 1995; Highest Increases in Western North America and Northern Europe
Higher demand for lumber and increased global trade of logs pushed sawlog prices upward in many markets during 2013, according to the Wood Resource Quarterly. As a consequence, the GSPI price index has move upward to reach its highest level in eight years. Log prices in Western North America, Sweden, Finland, Latvia and Japan have increased the most over the past 12 months. - April 23, 2014 - Wood Resources International LLC
Increases in Russian Lumber Exports Have Not Compensated for the Decline in Log Exports That Came as the Result of Higher Log Export Tariffs by Russia in 2007
The Russian log export tax that was implemented in 2007 resulted in a sharp decline of log exportation with the Russian share of globally traded logs falling from 44% in 2006 to 15% in 2013. During the same period, lumber exports have increased but shipments have not compensated for the decline in income from the log exports, reports the WRQ. - April 23, 2014 - Wood Resources International LLC
Importation of Softwood Logs to Sweden Reached a 10-Year High in 2013 with Norway and Latvia Being the Major Suppliers of Both Pulplogs and Sawlogs
The forest industry in Sweden imported about ten percent of its wood raw-material needs in 2013, according to the Wood Resource Quarterly. Softwood log imports reached a ten-year high, while there has been a decline in the importation of hardwood logs. The major log suppliers to Sweden in 2013 were Latvia, Norway, Estonia and Finland. - April 23, 2014 - Wood Resources International LLC
Candle Packaging USA Launches Their New Website
Candle Packaging USA launched their brand new website located at candlepackagingusa.com The website features a hand-picked selection of the candle packaging and must-haves for the candle industry. There are reviews, ratings and sale alerts on these top products along with information. - April 23, 2014 - Candle Packaging USA
Habasit Saniclip Makes Sanitation Easier Than Ever
The new Habasit Saniclip is an innovative rod retention system that makes conveyor belt assembly and dis-assembly possible in only seconds. - April 12, 2014 - Habasit America
Packaging Incorporated is Now a Certified Polychem Warranty & Repair Center
Packaging Incorporated is now the only packaging distributor in the country authorized for warranty work on Polychem equipment. - April 07, 2014 - Packaging Incorporated
Topflight Broadens Labeling Options with Expanded Multi-Ply Capabilities
Topflight Corporation's expanded multi-ply options offer more space on package labeling for critical regulatory requirements, instructions for use, barcoding, rebates, coupons and more without sacrificing unique company branding or font size. - April 06, 2014 - Topflight Corporation
CryoPlus Inc, in Wooster, Ohio Marks 20 Years of Cryogenic Service
CryoPlus, Inc, Wooster, Ohio marks 20 years of service to the woodworking, stamping, tool and die, welding, punching, musical, shooting and racing industries. - March 27, 2014 - CryoPlus Inc
Accent Packaging Equipment Introduces the ME109CB Weigh Filler Exclusively for Tea and Coffee Applications
Accent Packaging Equipment, an established packaging equipment distributor, has recently announced that they will expand their product range with the inclusion of the advanced ME109CB Coffee filling machine. Striving to meet the needs of growing businesses, the company constantly offers... - March 22, 2014 - Accent Packaging Equipment
Adding Advanced Features in Arty 75H, Accent Packaging Equipment Presents Versatile Flow Wrapper
Accent Packaging Equipment has officially announced to launch the new and improved Arty 75H flow wrapper. The company, recognized for its feature-rich filling, packaging, and labeling equipment, has once again met its clients’ expectations with the upgraded version of Arty 75H. It has... - March 22, 2014 - Accent Packaging Equipment
New Fusionite™ Treated Renewable Oshenite® Brings Performance Enhancements and Bacteria Inhibiting Properties to Plastics
U.S. Aragonite Enterprises, the company reinventing plastics with its renewable and sustainable Oshenite® performance mineral, introduces a new Oshenite® product that inhibits bacteria causing foodborne illnesses, odors, mold, mildew and algae in packaging and consumer goods applications. Incorporating a patented ion process technology from CMS Technology, the Fusionite™ treated Oshenite® improves the physical performance of plastics with added microbial defense. - March 20, 2014 - U.S. Aragonite.com
First Blue Bins Licensee Brings Eco-Friendly Plastic Moving Boxes to Montreal
Blue Bins Unlimited Corp.’s plastic moving boxes have become a mainstay across the Toronto area, as well as throughout Montreal. However, Montreal didn’t have a storefront … until now. Beginning March 1, 2014, Blue Bins Unlimited Corp. will have a brick-and-mortar Montreal... - March 14, 2014 - Blue Bins Unlimited
FOEX Indexes and Wood Resources International to Partner in the Launching of Global Wood Chip Price Indices
The new global wood chip price indices launched in cooperation between FOEX and WRI will be a valuable tool for participants in the trade of wood chip worldwide, including forest companies, energy producers and trading houses. Financial institutions use the FOEX family of Indices as benchmarks in setting prices for SWAP-deals and other financial instruments hedging against product price risks. - March 07, 2014 - Wood Resources International LLC
Sunrise Packaging, Inc. Launches Stock Clamshell Program
Minnesota packaging manufacturer makes thermoformed plastic clamshell packaging solutions available in a stock selection, continues to offer custom production. - March 06, 2014 - Sunrise Packaging Inc.
Ampac Products Win Awards for Packaging Excellence, Design, and Innovation
Ampac is proud to announce they have recently won several awards from the Flexible Packaging Association, Graphic Design USA and the World Packaging Organization for products displaying packaging excellence, design advancements and product innovation. - March 05, 2014 - ProAmpac
Ampac Pull TabTM a Success in the Marketplace
Ampac has recently delivered the Ampac Pull TabTM beverage pouch to the marketplace with great success. Ampac’s Pull Tab beverage pouch provides an alternative format to the traditional straw-punch through beverage pouch. - March 04, 2014 - ProAmpac
Ampac Acquires Business Deposits Plus as Part of Strategic Focus
Ampac has acquired Business Deposits Plus (BDP) as part of its overall strategic focus for its secure packaging business unit. - March 03, 2014 - ProAmpac
NEFAB Packaging, Inc., Dallas Division is Awarded ISO 9001:2008 Management System Certification and ISO 140001:2004 Environmental Management System Certification
NEFAB, a global leader in complete packaging solutions, is proud to announce that its Dallas manufacturing division has recently achieved both ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 14001:2004 certification. ISO 9001:2008 is a process-based management system certification; certification recognizes organizations... - March 01, 2014 - Nefab Packaging, Inc.
Professional Plastics Signs Master Distributor Agreement with Corning Macor®
Professional Plastics, Inc. has recently signed a Master Distribution Agreement with Corning, Inc. for the distribution and fabrication of Macor® Machinable Glass Ceramic parts and shapes. As a leading supplier of engineering plastics and ceramics with 18 locations in the USA, Singapore and... - February 27, 2014 - Professional Plastics, Inc.
SolarCraft Expands Solar for Labcon - World Leader in Eco-Friendly Plastics Increases Solar Production
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft announced the completion of a 73.2 kW solar electric expansion at Labcon in Petaluma, CA, the industry leader in sustainable plastic labware. The 73.2 kW addition combined with the existing 800 kW system brings Labcon’s annual solar production to 1.3 million Kilowatt hours. - February 27, 2014 - SolarCraft
BRC Global Standards Launches Whistle Blower Service
BRC Global Standards has announced the availability of a 24/7 telephone hotline – TELL BRC – offering a confidential reporting service hotline for employees, suppliers, clients and other stakeholders to report concerns they may have about wrongdoing in a manufacturing site that is... - February 20, 2014 - BRC Global Standards
Two New Products Launched by Autofits Packaging Pvt. Ltd.: High - Quality Seals for Your Manufactured Goods
Autofits Packaging Pvt. Ltd. unleashes two new and extremely efficient packaging products – "Gama Radiation Seals" and "Oral Polio Vaccine 13 mm flip down seals." This is a great new addition to the already existing packaging product line of Autofits. - February 19, 2014 - Autofits Packaging Pvt. Ltd.
Dollies & Boxes Unlimited Announces Marc Hyman as New Managing Director
With a vast portfolio of management experience, Marc Hyman has been promoted within the Toronto-based Crownhill Packaging organization and named the new Managing Director of Dollies & Boxes Unlimited, a subsidiary of Crownhill Packaging. Dollies & Boxes Unlimited is one of North America's... - February 14, 2014 - Dollies & Boxes Unlimited
AP Dataweigh Announces Two New Executive Appointments
Custom checkweigher, in-line weighing and industrial conveyor OEM continues growth. - February 07, 2014 - AP Dataweigh Inc.
INDEVCO Companies Exhibit Plastic & Corrugated Agricultural Packaging at FRUIT LOGISTICA 2014
INDEVCO Group companies, Masterpak, UNIPAKHELLAS, and UNIPAKCYPRUS, will exhibit agricultural packaging solutions at FRUIT LOGISTICA 2014 from 5 – 7 February 2014 at Messe Berlin in Germany. - February 06, 2014 - INDEVCO Group
Nefab Packaging Announces New Manufacturing Facility in Mexico
NEFAB is pleased to announce the opening of their new facility in Mexico. Until recently there were two NEFAB plants in Guadalajara Mexico, one in the North of the city and one in the South. Now the two NEFAB plants of NEFAB Mexico have been merged together into one plant in a brand new facility. - February 01, 2014 - Nefab Packaging, Inc.
Q1 Productions Hosting First-Ever Medical Device Packaging Conference
Sterilization Testing, Sustainability, and Regulatory Guidelines Among Discussion Topics - February 01, 2014 - Q1 Productions
Interstate Container to Exhibit Innovative Poultry Packaging at International Production & Processing Expo 2014
Interstate Container, manufacturer of pioneering Greencoat® wax-free boxes, will exhibit at International Production & Processing Expo 2014 from January 28-30, 2014 at Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA. - January 30, 2014 - INDEVCO Group
Grimes Warehousing Services Celebrates 3 Years of Safe Days
Grimes Warehousing Services has reached their safety goal of three years without a lost time accident in the warehouse, which also includes their packaging division and their distribution staffing division, Metrix Staffing. The goal was met last Thursday, January 23rd. The Grimes Companies’... - January 28, 2014 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Global Trade of Softwood Lumber in 2013 to Reach Its Highest Level in Five Years
With demand for lumber being in recovery mode in a number of countries in the world in 2013, global trade of both lumber and logs were on track to reach their highest levels since before the global financial crisis in 2008, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. The biggest increases in overseas lumber trade have been from Canada to China and from the Nordic countries to Japan. - January 22, 2014 - Wood Resources International LLC
Wood Fiber Costs for Hardwood Pulp Producers Have Fallen 17% in Two Years and in the 3Q/13, Were the Lowest They Have Been Since 2009
Wood fiber costs, which account for about 60% of the production costs when manufacturing pulp, have been in steady decline in many parts of the world for the past two years, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. In the 3Q/13, the Hardwood Fiber Price Index (HFPI) had fallen 17% since 2011, while the Softwood Fiber Price Index (SFPI) was down 10% over the same period. - January 22, 2014 - Wood Resources International LLC
OxySense Announces the Expansion of the All-in-One Oxygen Permeation Measurement System. OxySense Expands Its OxyPerm Permeation/OTR System Capabilities.
OxySense Expands Its OxyPerm Permeation/OTR System Capabilities OxySense®, Inc. a pioneer of the first non-invasive optical oxygen analyzers and permeation testing instruments for the packaging, food & beverage industries, today announced the expansion of its revolutionary oxygen... - January 17, 2014 - OxySense, Inc.
Finish Line Custom Finishing, Inc. Releases New Logo on Its 20th Anniversary
Elastic, cord and ribbon distributor, Finish Line Custom Finishing, Inc. celebrates 20 years of doing business and changes its logo. - January 16, 2014 - Finish Line Custom Finishing, Inc.
Grimes President Michael O'Leary Appointed to Dean's Council at UNF
The Division of Continuing Education at University of North Florida allows students, business professionals, and even retirees the opportunity to stay current within their field of business or perhaps launch into a brand new career. To facilitate on-going education and course development, Dean Bob... - January 15, 2014 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Cyber Graphics Unveils New Corporate Logo
Cyber Graphics, LLC launched a new corporate logo today, marking the most dramatic change in its visual identity since 2007. Designed in-house, the new visual identity presents the company as modern and evolving, and reflects the streamlined efficiencies of their vertically integrated capabilities and services. The logo also serves to unify Cyber Graphics across its three new locations, from recent acquisitions in Cleveland, OH; Milwaukee, WI; and Neenah, WI. - January 10, 2014 - Cyber Graphics
SML Group Announces the Opening of Its EMEA RFID Technology and Innovation Center in the UK
On Thursday, December 12th, SML group opened what is to be the first of its three global RFID Technology and Innovation Centers. The center is located at Corby, Leicestershire, a town 75 miles north of London and home to SML’s UK operations. The group has plans to open a second center in the... - January 09, 2014 - SML Group Limited