Scotland could introduce mandatory calorie labelling on pre-packed foods
A consultation has been launched by the Scottish Government on the introduction of mandatory calorie labelling in the 'out of home' food sector.
It would...
Print and apply labelling business celebrates 20-year milestone
PRINT and apply labelling specialist Industrial Labelling Systems (ILS) has revealed the business is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year.
The company supplies automatic print...
New premises provide room to grow for labelling business
AM Labels has announced the business has relocated to larger premises to expand its operations.
The new base in Kettering, Northamptonshire, features a footprint over...
Canon Group confirms acquisition of Edale
CANON Production Printing and Canon Inc. has completed the acquisition of Hampshire-based packaging converting equipment manufacturer Edale.
Through this move, Canon said it is 'intensifying'...
The evolution of product coding for brand protection
By Steve Tallant, director, market development, at Markem-Imaje
THE barcode – a ubiquitous mark on almost all products, in every region of the world. Since...
How coding technology delivers better legal compliance for packaging
By Thomas Pinnington, technical sales manager at Newcode Partnership
IN modern industry, product packaging is much more than simply a container for an item that...
SRUC study considers impact of animal welfare logo on packaging
SCOTLAND’S rural college (SRUC) has told Packaging Scotland of its plans to develop a universal logo aimed at helping consumers identify pro-animal welfare meat...
Binary labels are key in increasing recyling rates
THE executive director of OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) has hailed the ‘amazing’ levels of innovation within the packaging industry, as businesses attempt to meet...
Taking stock: material availability is key focus for industry
MATERIAL availability has replaced sustainability as the industry’s top priority this year, according to Dalkeith-based NSD Labels.
While environmental ambitions remain a crucial focus, NSD...
Label manufacturer appoints new business development manager
THE Label Makers has announced the appointment of Dan Wilson as business development manager.
The manufacturer revealed his role is intended to strengthen the sales...
