May 5, 2024

Processing and Packaging

Versatile MINI packaging machine from GKS

Versatile packaging machine with space-saving footprint is optimized for small packages The vertical form, fill and seal machine is the third generation of the packaging machines suitable for small package sizes. Its optimized compact, modular design and the broad range of available options ensure flexible application for packaging different products such as small portions of

Schwarzwaldmilch first to opt for SIG’s innovative combiMaxx closure

The first commercial launch of SIG’s innovative and highly convenient closure combiMaxx has taken place in partnership with well-known German dairy Schwarzwaldmilch. Consumer demand for more convenience in packaging is constantly growing. SIG’s new wider closure combiMaxx is a solution that takes convenience to a new level, while also ensuring smooth and easy implementation on

Logoplaste embarks on its next phase of growth

Logoplaste, a leading global designer and manufacturer of innovative and sustainable rigid plastic packaging solutions for the world’s premier FMCG brands, the other day announced that Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board (Ontario Teachers’) has agreed to acquire The Carlyle Group’s (NASDAQ: CG)majority stake in the company. Current Logoplaste shareholders Filipe de Botton and Alexandre Relvas

Siegwerk’s raw materials supply chain under pressure

Packaging ink suppliers are facing increased prices on pigment raw materials, petrochemical price increases and supply constraints and higher freight cost due to the reduced availability of containers. This has resulted in significant pressure across the entire packaging ink industry, and, as a result, Siegwerk, a leading global provider of printing inks for packaging applications

Dr. Stefan Koenig becomes Managing Director at OPTIMA packaging group

On March 1, 2021, Dr. Stefan Koenig will become Managing Director at OPTIMA packaging group GmbH. Together with Hans Buehler (Managing Director/CEO), Gerhard Breu (Chairman, Optima Pharma Division) and Jan Glass (CFO), Koenig will be responsible for continuing the development of the Optima Group. The primary focus will be on products and markets. He will

OPTIMA and Voith: Developing sustainable paper packaging solutions

At the end of 2020, the Optima Group entered a development partnership with the technology group Voith. The objective of this alliance is to develop sustainable paper packaging solutions. It is the first time that two companies from different phases in the supply chain will be working together on developing environmentally compatible alternatives to plastic

A digital finish to mocktails

Digital systems for preparation and dispensing of alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails. Among the global leaders in the beverage dispensing systems and accessories sector, the Celli group and Cocktail Machine sign a long-term agreement for the development, production, and marketing of innovative connected digital systems for preparation and dispensing of cocktails, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. The

Latest arrivals at vanZutphen

Van Zutphen BV is importing and exporting used machinery for the food industry from all over the world for more than 30 years. We are specialized in advising, buying, overhauling and reselling single used machines, whole production lines and complete factories. The CFS SuperFry fryer is used for flash or deep-frying coated and uncoated products.

FrieslandCampina to avoid huge production of new plastic

When it comes to savings, we say ‘a penny saved is a penny earned’. Similarly, avoiding the production of plastic is the best way to care for future generations and to reduce carbon footprint. The dairy cooperative, FrieslandCampina is switching to 100% rPet bottles from February 2021. The FrieslandCampina group has announced that starting from

Daesang chooses SIG’s microwaveable heat packaging solution

Daesang launches Nucare™ Roasted Rice in SIG’s microwaveable Heat&Go packaging solution Daesang, one of the leading Korean health food producers, has chosen SIG’s Heat&Go, the world-leading microwaveable technology for aseptic carton packs, to launch its new Nucare™ Roasted Rice winter edition. Nucare™ is a complete nutritional dairy supplement drink with roasted rice, suitable for people

Newtec’s High-Speed Container Filler (HSCF)

How about a smart container filling machine

Newtec’s High-Speed Container Filler (HSCF) has been designed for speed and versatility, in response to client requests for a solution capable of achieving higher capacity across a variety of products and packaging materials. The HSCF can be easily adjusted to pack a diverse range of products, from harder items such as nuts and candies to

Paolo Recrosio, CEO of Berlin Packaging Europe

Berlin Packaging acquires Novapack

Berlin Packaging, a world leader in the supply of glass, plastic and metal containers and closures, has announced the acquisition of Newpack, an important company in the glass packaging sector, based in Savona, Italy. Newpack was founded by a team of entrepreneurs who are experts in glass packaging and the food and beverage markets, particularly

grilled chicken on black and silver grill

The way we cook can have a huge impact on the environment

New research results under the direction of Dr. Christian Reynolds of the Center for Food Policy suggest that the way we cook can have a huge impact on the environment For many people, the Christmas days this year will look very different than usual. However, there are also positive changes that you can indulge in.

Aseptic carton packaging

The aseptic carton packaging market

The aseptic packaging market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 10.89%, from $39.6 billion in 2017 to $66.5 billion by 2022. The growth is mainly driven by the rapid expansion of end-use industries such as food & beverage and pharmaceuticals across China, India, Brazil and South Africa. Primary factors pushing the field upwards are the

Easysnap technology in Delta Air Lines "Care Kit"

Delta Air Lines’ ‘Care Kit’ goes for Easysnap® packaging

Delta Air Lines – the best US airline in overseas business travel – has chosen the Easysnap® single-dose for the sanitizing gel included in their “care kit” for passengers. So every day millions of travelers have the opportunity to experience this revolutionary way of opening. Conceived and developed in Modena, Easysnap Technology packaging solutions are