FPA/PMMI publishes Best Practice: Transitioning Flexible Materials Report Report is an industry guide for CPGs, OEMs and materials suppliers/converters. Industry News July 6, 2023 No Comments Incorporating sustainable options into packaging often requires a transition between flexible materials, which may result in operational challenges.Read More
The role of reclosable flexible packaging in food safety Four ways packaging can help brands prioritize food safety for consumers. Todd Meussling July 6, 2023 No Comments The CDC estimates about 1 million people in the U.S. contract a foodborne illness from poultry alone each year. Read More
Process Expo 2023 Innovation Awards to recognize advancements in the food and beverage industry Event is set for Oct. 23–25 in the South Hall of the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago, Ill. Industry News July 5, 2023 No Comments Winners will be selected by a jury of industry experts and academia Read More
PMMI Foundation awards nearly $200,000 in academic scholarships Scholarships help nurture the next generation of leaders in the packaging and processing fields. Industry News June 29, 2023 No Comments Scholarships help support students pursuing careers in the packaging and processing industry.Read More
Senior packaging engineer joins CRB New hire will bolster packaging, equipment and line design to maximize product shelf life, safety, ease of use and marketing appeal. Industry News June 28, 2023 No Comments Katie Ireland joins CRB as a senior packaging engineer.Read More
Indevco Plastics achieves SQF Edition 9 certification Indevco North America’s Longview plant meets the Food Safety Code for Manufacture of Food Packaging. Industry News June 21, 2023 No Comments Certification covers the manufacture of flexible packaging in rolls, extruded nonprinted films, and shrink film.Read More
Summer meal patterns provide opportunity for deli meats Grilling season, outdoor entertaining and travel offer marketing potential. Anne-Marie Roerink June 21, 2023 No Comments Deli-prepared foods rank as the biggest seller in the deli department, and also had strong year-on-year growth performance.Read More
PMMI’s latest whitepaper explores impact of global and local standards PMMI shares five key findings from latest whitepaper. Industry News June 16, 2023 No Comments Pack Expo Las Vegas 2023 provides education and resources for packaging and processing professionals.Read More
Independent Thoughts Industry needs to prepare as sustainability focus shifts to EPR and ESG Processors must think beyond their emphasis on source reduction, recyclability, renewable content, recycled content and carbon footprint. Tom Egan June 15, 2023 No Comments Processors of meat, poultry and seafood need to go beyond the usual sustainability efforts to integrate environmental, social and governance strategies into corporate policy.Read More
FPA publishes 2023–2024 Flexible Packaging Buyer’s Guide The Buyer’s Guide is publicly available on the FPA website. Industry News June 14, 2023 No Comments The guide provides a detailed listing of FPA members’ manufacturing and material supplying capabilities.Read More