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Tennent’s to remove 100 million plastic rings from lager cans

TENNENT'S is poised to remove 100 million plastic rings from its lager cans by 2022 following a £7 million investment in packaging equipment at Wellpark...

Packaging Automation show off energy electric tray sealers at PPMA

At PPMA 2015 Packaging Automation will be exhibiting completely electric flexible tray sealers designed to seal film, foil or board lids to plastic, foil...

PP-based mono-material gives Mondi another slice of sustainable packaging

MONDI has collaborated with Scan Sverige to create a polypropylene (PP) based mono-material packaging, that is designed for recycling. Scan Sverige has over a century of...
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Precise in-line weighing for all

FOOD packaging operations could reduce bagging costs by up to 75% and improve accuracy with a new in-line weighing system developed by a collaboration...

Peebles firm to benefit from French connection

PEEBLES-based machinery provider Evolution is targeting major growth in the food sector after agreeing a deal with French manufacturer Serac to offer their filling...

Seasonal jar designs are a clear winner this Easter

BERRY PET Power has revealed its range of standard confectionery jars now includes two Easter-themed versions. The 300ml jars are available in egg and bunny...
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Seeking a clear view of transparency

Transparent packaging for ready meals must set up and realise consumer expectations or risk failure, according to customer insight agency Engage Research. A new range...

Mettler-Toledo unveils ‘enhanced’ data management software for food manufacturers

METTLER-Toledo Product Inspection has announced the latest version of its data management software ProdX. Designed for food manufacturers, ProdX 2.6 is tipped to improve data...
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SIG launches new campaign to highlight benefits of aseptic packaging

SIG has launched a new initiative designed to make it easier for consumers to understand the benefits of aseptic packaging. Clean Commit is a digital...

New research shows growth in canned alcoholic drinks market

NEW research has revealed the value of canned craft beer and wine has increased in the last 18 months. Speaking to industry trade body Can...