The Reusable Packaging Association (RPA) has launched a new campaign to promote the value of reusable transport packaging systems for the movement of food from farm, producer, or processor to point of sale. The campaign demonstrates how ...
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The EU-funded NanoPack Project will reveal the results of new antimicrobial efficacy tests that demonstrate the ability of its innovative film to extend bread shelf life by an extra three weeks at Anuga FoodTec, which will take place from ...
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Scientists from the Turkey-based Sabanci University have developed a new clay-based antimicrobial packaging film to enhance the shelf life of perishable foods. The new packaging film, which will be presented at the 254th National Meeting ...
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US-based packaging firm Sonoco has completed its purchase of flexible and forming plastic packaging films manufacturer Clear Lam Packaging for about $170m. Clear Lam Packaging, which was established in 1969, operates manufacturing plants ...
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Winpak has reported the consolidated results for the first quarter of 2017, which ended on 2 April 2017. Winpak Ltd. manufactures and distributes high-quality packaging materials and related packaging machines.The Company's products are ...
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Linde will showcase two new advanced chilling solutions at the International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) in Atlanta, 31 January–2 February. The solutions can help processors improve temperature control while meeting goals ...
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Grant will support food bank’s school Backpack, School Pantry, Picnic in the Park and Cooking Matters programs BOISE, Idaho (Oct. 6, 2016) — This week, the Idaho Foodbank celebrated receiving a $90,000 grant from the Walmart ...
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US-based sensing products developer PakSense will distribute Thinfilm Smart Labels to food suppliers and retailers, as part of a commercial distribution agreement with printed electronics products maker Thin Film Electronics. The Thinfilm ...
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Dining on the go during the holiday season means you should take precautions against food poisoning. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics offers this advice: Before eating or preparing food, wash hands with soap and warm water for ...
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South African packaging companies Astrapak and Afripack have announced a new joint venture (JV) in a bid to address the increased demand for food packaging solutions using Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP). The announcement was made at ...
US-based plastic packaging manufacturer Winpak is all set to invest $10m in a bid to expand the company’s production plant in Winnipeg, Canada. Work on the addition of 80,000ft2 space is expected to get underway in spring 2013, with ...
US-based Ozonator has updated its Green Refrigerator Machine with technology that slows down fresh food spoilage, thus helping organic food and beverage consumers. The revamped version of the machine uses a battery-operated Ozonator ...
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World demand for protective packaging is forecast to increase 6.3 percent per year to$24.5 billion in 2016,according to a new report titled World Protective Packaging,a new study from The Freedonia Group,Inc.,a Cleveland-based industry ...
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US discount retailer Dollar General has booked higher half-year profits after it increased sales. Dollar General reported net income of US$427.6m for the six months to 3 August, up from $303m a year earlier. Operating income was $771.5m, ...
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Ahold has said it plans to mechanise large parts of the supply chain for its Albert Heijn subsidiary, while also streamlining supply lines for perishable foods. The firm said today (7 September) that it will invest heavily in Albert ...
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