A circular approach to filmic packaging
Promoting a circular economy in flexible film packaging is essential and is leading the development of new products across a wide variety of market sectors, explains Julie Eller, sales director at RPC bpi protec
EasyFairs does it for Dundee stalwart
Scots firms rubbed shoulders with thousands of industry players at one of the biggest packaging shows on the calendar.
IN the thick of the easyFairs...
Putting craftmanship on display
Making sure spirits are properly presented on-shelf is a critical factor in sales success, says Peter Conner of Pollard Group
THE world likes more than...
Innovation takes centre stage at annual gathering
2013 has barely begun but the UK’s packaging professionals area already gearing up for one of the biggest trade shows on the calendar.
HUNDREDS of...
Future-proofing pharmaceutical packaging for an ageing population
WHILE pharmaceutical and nutraceutical plastic container packaging has come a long way in terms of tamper evidence and hermetic sealing, there is now increasing...
Casserole-style dishes enhance new ready meals
RPC Barrier Containers is supplying a new thermoformed barrier plastic tray in the style of a casserole dish for leading French ready meal producer...
Brand protection: Ramping up your food safety strategy
Consumer perceptions and a high profile product recall can make or break a food brand. The damage, if left unchecked, can come back and haunt...
PPMA Show 2021 gives sector chance to focus on positive opportunities ahead
In welcome news for the industry, the PPMA Show returns to the NEC Birmingham this year after the pandemic caused the 2020 edition to...
Offline coders deal with awkward packaging designs
By Richard Pether, Director of Coding and Marking specialists Rotech
Offline coders are quietly handling the awkward jobs that would otherwise hold up production.
Packaging designs...
Stepping out of the comfort zone
We recently spoke to Phil Husband, Smurfit Kappa’s UK packaging insights manager, about the wider industry response to environmental challenges
