Selig technology earns technical innovation prize
SELIG has been awarded an Alufoil Trophy in recognition of its GlassFuze technology, which the firm believes is the first induction heat seal to provide a...
DRS could have ‘catastrophic’ consequences for glass sector, trade body warns
BRITISH Glass has branded the Scottish Government’s decision to include glass in the nation’s deposit return scheme (DRS) as ‘catastrophic’.
The body said it was...
20p deposit for Scotland’s bottle return scheme
THE Scottish Government has outlined plans for the nation’s deposit return scheme (DRS), which is set to include aluminium and steel cans, as well...
Bespoke glass solution supports Irish food producer’s growth plans
BEATSON Clark has helped an Irish food producer rebrand its glass packaging in a bid to achieve international success.
Folláin Preserves, based in County Cork,...
Ardagh Group unveils new Jameson Irish Whiskey bottle
GLASS manufacturer Ardagh Group has launched a new, lighter bottle for Jameson Irish Whiskey.
The new 75cl bottle features a tapered body with curved shoulders,...
Why glass is still a clear winner
By Charlotte Taylor, marketing manager at glass manufacturer Beatson Clark
DESPITE competition from other materials, glass continues to hold its own as the premium packaging...
“Distinctive” glass bottle wins top award
A new gin from distiller Whyte & Mackay has been recognised for its bottle design by industry body British Glass.
Wildcat Gin was named ‘Design...
Beatson Clark utilises “first of its kind” VR to train up staff
GLASS manufacturer Beatson Clark is using virtual reality technology to train up new recruits on complex production machines.
The company has partnered with virtual reality...
Induction heat sealing of glass jars containing high-fat foodstuffs
Products with high oil/fat content pose special problems when tamper evident seals are applied to their containers – no more so than when these...
Back to the future for award-winning whisky bottle
GLASS specialist Stölzle has announced that its British-manufactured spirits bottle, “The Dark”, has gained recognition for its design and technical execution in several international...
