Ulma Packaging has introduced a new VFFS air extraction system (tight bag) for the food industry. The new tight bag system will allow manufacturers to tackle excess air in the bag, which frequently leads to bigger boxes resulting in fewer ...
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International Paper (IP) has unveiled plans to invest around $300m to convert its No. 15 paper machine at the Riverdale Mill in Selma, Alabama, US. The company will convert the paper machine from uncoated freesheet to whitetop linerboard ...
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ULMA Packaging has launched the patent-pending VTI640V vertical form fill and seal system (VFFS), a new packaging solution for herbs and leaf produce. The product will be pulled to the bottom of the bag, by the solution using a device, ...
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Carton packaging producer Graphic Packaging International (GPI) is demonstrating its FruitPack range of sustainable fresh produce packaging solutions at this year’s UK Produce Industry Fair. The FruitPack range of packaging ...
Compac, a member of the TOMRA Group, has partnered with Xact, a UK-based provider of specialist packaging and marking equipment for the fresh produce industry. The partnership will combine Compac’s Spectrim grading technology with ...
The Confederation of Paper Industries (CPI) has launched the common footprint quality (CFQ) standard for fresh produce industry in the UK, in a bid to provide better packaging for fruits and vegetables. The new CFQ standard has been ...
AgroFresh Solutions has invested in RipeLocker and its proprietary system for low-pressure vacuum containers which are designed to extend the shelf life and reduce the decay of perishable produce. Using a patent pending system, RipeLocker ...
NatureSweet Tomatoes announced seasoned financial executive Bo Meissner as its new chief financial officer. "Bo brings a depth of experience to his role as leader of our financial team," said NatureSweet CEO and President Bryant Ambelang. ...
Amerplast has launched new AmerGreen brand, as part of its effort to provide better services for the flexible packaging industry. AmerGreen features three components, including an advanced flexible packaging system that expands the shelf ...
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CKF has launched a new bowl design called EC 808 that can be used with tomatoes, berries, cherries, grapes or take out salads. The product was created to satisfy client demand for a larger format compostable bowl that can be top sealed. ...
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AgroFresh Solutions announces a new formulation of Harvista pre-harvest technology to help apple and pear growers in Argentina gain a competitive edge. Argentina's Servicio Nacional de Sanidad y Calidad Agroalimentaria (SENASA) has ...
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Pro Mach subsidiary Matrix Packaging Machinery is set to exhibit three machines for fresh produce industry at the United Fresh 2016 in Chicago, US, which will be held from 20 to 22 June. The machines can produce film bags, pre-made ...
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The Confederation of Paper Industries (CPI) is set to launch a Common Footprint Quality (CFQ) standard for the UK’s fresh produce industry that will ensure safe and high performance corrugated packaging for fruit and vegetables. ...
Tags: CPI, CFQ, produce supply
A team of scientists from the National University of Singapore (NUS) has found that blue light emitting diodes (LEDs) have strong antibacterial effect on major foodborne pathogens, and are most effective when in cold temperatures (between ...
According to a recent report one third of all food produced in the world ends up as waste, costing consumers globally more than £259bn per year. In addition, around 200,000 tonnes of the 15 million tonnes of food thrown away in the UK ...
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