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The article focuses on the growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions, particularly in the food and beverage sector. Topics discussed include the market growth of sustainable packaging, innovations in materials like plant-based cartons and bag-in-box systems, and how brands are increasingly aligning their marketing strategies with sustainability goals to meet consumer preferences.

The article highlights the importance of product protection in fresh food packaging sustainability and discusses how advancements in materials science have led to the development of sustainable packaging materials that provide adequate protection to products, reducing food waste and its environmental impact. It emphasizes that sustainable packaging must perform as well as or better than traditional packaging to ensure the protection of products and prevent waste.

'BREAKFAST is the first meal of the day and it's also the fastest meal of the day. One in four Americans spend less than five minutes a day eating breakfast [...]

The article focuses on the evolving consumer attitudes toward sustainability, highlighting a broader perspective that now includes supply chain emissions, food waste, ethical sourcing, and ingredients, beyond just reducing plastic packaging. It discusses how companies like Danone and JR Foods are responding to these concerns, with Danone targeting a 30 percent reduction in methane emissions by 2030 and JR Foods adopting paper-based packaging to reduce plastic use in frozen food products.

With increasing concerns about both food safety and the environment, there are pros and cons to using plastic packaging for fresh foods. Add to that consumer demand for convenience, and [...]

MORE AND MORE PEOPLE seek a greener food package that's not going to end up in an ocean or landfill. One after another, food and beverage companies have declared plans [...]

IN TERMS OF MODERN SOCIETY, HISTORIANS COMMONLY WILL POINT TO three industrial revolutions that have greatly advanced society: the steam engine, the age of science and mass production, and the [...]

The article evaluates several Heat Exchangers including Heatec Inc.; Hydro-Thermal Corp.; and Cooling Technology Inc.

The article offers information on innovative solutions and products for the dairy industry. Topics include Huhtamaki's introduction of paper-based containers for refrigerated dairy products, IFPC's expertise in ingredient supply and custom ingredient systems for dairy processors, Nelson-Jameson's comprehensive support for the food industry, and Nercon's HydroCore sanitary conveyors designed for efficient and hygienic handling of cheese and dairy products.

The 2025 International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) is scheduled to take place from January 28-30 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. With over 550,000 square feet of exhibit space and more than 1,050 exhibitors, the expo will showcase the latest technology, equipment, and services in the poultry and egg, meat, and animal food industries. Attendees can expect a trade show floor with various exhibitors, TECHTalk Theaters for presentations on operational and technical topics, a New Product Showcase, education programs, networking opportunities, a Discovery Zone, and an IPPE Courtyard for relaxation. The expo is organized by the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, American Feed Industry Association, and the Meat Institute. [Extracted from the article]

The prime benefit of post-packaging pasteurization is food safety through re-pasteurizing the surface on products that were re-exposed after cooking. For example, most ready-to-eat (RTE) meats and poultry that are [...]

Beverage containers are a staple of daily life that the world consumes at an average rate of more than 9,000 cans per second. These, along with their food-containing counterparts, rely [...]

Today's food culture is made of up of many materials, but most geared toward delivering better for you, and easier to use and consume options. Our hurried lifestyles are not [...]

The article discusses importance of right packaging and its effect on packaging supply chain. Topics discussed include identification of packaging by food packaging engineers and designers, evaluation of current packaging for improved efficiency, protection and customer satisfaction; and introduction of reengineering and redesigning initiatives by "SupplyOne" packaging engineers and designer that provides good results including customer satisfaction.

I'm noticing that more and more clean, convenient kids' meals and snack foods are flooding the market. Personally, I think this is great. As a busy mom, I know that [...]

The article offers information on the hot-melt pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) and semi-PSA adhesive use in the label design for the baby-food packaging tested by the APPLIED adhesives, manufacturer of adhesives It mentions benefits of adhesives to provide safety and hygiene to the product. It also mentions compatibility of the PSA with both paper and poly labels.

The article offers information on consumers cooking at home and increased interest in health and safety amid the Covid-19 pandemic. It mentions a report from the Organic Trade Association on organic food sales surpassed in 2019. It discusses that SPINS show has introduced several organic food categories outperforming their non-organic counterparts, namely shelf-stable seasonings, refrigerated tofu, shelf-stable baking mixes.

The article discusses packaging innovations due to concerns over food and medicine safety, and its effect in the evolution in process heating technologies. Topics include innovations in plastic packaging materials with improved environmental impact; human health concerns of Bisphenol A due to its leaching; the issue of product tampering; role of process heating technology in keeping products safe and secure; and importance of infrared heaters for the packaging industry.

As Standard-Knapp celebrates its 125th anniversary, the secondary packaging company announced an agreement to partner with EoL Packaging Experts (EoL), a market leader in end-of-line packaging solutions for the food [...]

The article reviews several products, including the Meat Pump Pipeline metal detection system from Fortress Technology, Inc., and the FRT-A and FRT-MF meat packaging equipment from QMS International Inc.

The article offers information on innovations help bakery and snack producers meet consumer demand including the views of Heather Chandler, president at Sealstrip Corp., on the machinery evolutions that keep on our toes in developing seamless.

The article discusses use of ultrasonic welding technology which offer precise, repeatable bonding and sealing with bio-based resins. Topics discussed include rising development of biodegradable or compostable bio-based materials due to plastic packaging sustainability efforts; use of automatically data-log to eliminate bad packages from processing; and use of e-commerce packages that utilize high percentages of recyclable or compostable content.

The article presents an interview of Michelle Sauder, senior marketing manager for food and specialty packaging at Dow, about packaging industry. Topics discussed include rising demand for resins, adhesives, and coatings to create a mono-material polyethylene (PE) structure to increase recyclability; expansion of Pack Studios capabilities and additional film extrusion to support customers demand for sustainability; and focus to address the plastic waste issue.

The article previews several products, including the G. Mondini tray sealers from Harpak-Ulma Packaging LLC, the Rotosolver high shear mixer from Admix Inc., and the R5 rotary vane vacuum pump from Busch Vacuum Solutions.

The article discusses that the advances in packaging materials continue to extend shelf life, while adding convenience and freshness to bakery and snack goods. It mentions that the innovations in modified-atmosphere packaging (MAP), microbial- inhibiting film, and the use of cellulose nanocrystals are helping to push the envelope; and the challenge is how to make these materials more recyclable and eco-friendly.

The article discusses that as cannabis industry companies choose their packaging, they also need to weigh how that packaging can be most effectively filled. It mentions that companies packaging cannabis flowers and infused products cannot ship them across state lines; and also mentions when evaluating packaging forms and packaging equipment, companies should be already be taking into account the potential challenges of the impending future.

The article reviews the ReGrained's SuperGrain+ Puffs puffed snacks; and the Ripe Revival's Nutrient Dense Blueberry Gummies.

In this article the author talks about baby food packaging for a healthful, organic and sustainable food. Topics discussed include pouches are easy to use and give flexibility to parents, offering portable nutrition that fits the busy lifestyles; and new line for ages 6+ months is made with ingredients grown using regenerative farming practices that can help to mitigate climate change by building healthy soil that captures carbon from the atmosphere.

The article offers the previews of the several products including dairy and gluten-free bar from Vital Proteins, Twinkies Cereal from Hostess Brands and Post Consumer Brands, and Kellogg's Raisin Bran from Vanilla Almond.

The article focuses on improving food safety in meat and poultry processing through advanced technology and best practices. It discusses the importance of identifying and mitigating contamination risks, utilizing metal detection and X-ray systems, and maintaining compliance with food safety regulations to protect consumer health and brand reputation.

The article focuses on the impending challenges faced by the meat, poultry, and seafood industry regarding sustainability laws, including extended producer responsibility (EPR) requirements, bans and phaseouts of single-use plastics and other materials, and demands for a circular economy. It discusses the current legislative landscape and regulatory actions taken or anticipated in various states and countries.

The article discusses the growing sustainability and innovative uses of carton packaging, focusing on its recycling impact and environmental benefits. Topics include the surge in carton recycling access for U.S. households, the rise of sustainable packaging options, and efforts by suppliers to balance consumer convenience with sustainable solutions.

The article profiles several suppliers to the dairy and dairy processing industry. It includes Fruitcrown, a custom formulator and manufacturer of fruits and flavoring systems for the dairy industry, paper-based container manufacturer Huhtamaki, and Tastepoint, an established pioneer and leader among vanilla producers.

THE BOTTOM LINE * Sustainable and safe * Improving performance * Traceability technology Manufacturers and researchers worldwide are striving to develop new ways to keep snack and bakery products safe [...]

The Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI) is putting the metal cans strong sustainability profile front and center. CMI created an innovative, effective communication plan that demonstrates to consumers, customers and other [...]

THEY SAY OFTEN that it's not what you know but who you know--that counts. In the broader context here, that quote relates to getting ahead in life by leveraging personal [...]

As THE GLOBAL FOOD PACKAGING MARKET approaches $400 billion by 2025, consumer desires and modern lifestyles continue to facilitate a shift in how people perceive food, according to 'Trends and [...]

The article features various companies which will showcase technology and products for agriculture and food service at the International Production & Processing Expo in Atlanta, Georgia in February 2020. These include Admix Inc. which showcases the Rotosolver RXRS mixer for meat and poultry applications, Bettcher Industries which offers the Quantum Flex trimmers, and Fortress Technology which offers the Meat Pump Pipeline Metal Detector for meat food processing.

A reprint of the article "Serving Up Progress: Prepared Meat, Poultry, Seafood and Meatless Products Too, Address Operator Needs" which appeared in a previous issue of "Prepared Foods" magazine is presented. Topics discussed include promotion of plant-based products in the U.S. market based on the 2019 National Restaurant Association show, trends in animal and plant-based protein consumption, and trends in the seafood market.

The article offers information on several products including the washing and sanitizing systems from Douglas Machines Corp., Meat Pump Pipeline Metal Detector from Fortress Technology, and waxed paper from framarx/waxstar.

The article explores how the growth of consumer demands and regulations is modernizing pet food operations. Topics discussed include prefer ingredients that zero in on specific health concerns, with protein being a major inclusion; manufacturers to create and test new recipes for specialty pet foods and treats; and working with many customers to develop and test new products in the laboratories.

The article offers a preview of several dairy products including the AkoPlanet, plant-based food from AAK USA Inc.; plant based microbiotic from Beneo; and the almond protein from Blue Diamond Growers.

The article focuses on high pressure processing (HPP) is growing rapidly as a way to make food safe and segment is the fastest growing orientation-type segment in the food and beverage market. It mentions benefits of HPP to processors and consumers include enhanced food safety, cleaner label products, maintaining nutrition and sensory qualities. It also mentions pressure vessels in these machines are built to withstand a certain amount of pressure and temperature.

The article reports on the launch of innovative products by flexible packaging suppliers to improve their environmental impact. Sal Pellingra, ProAmpac's vice president for application & innovation development, advised companies to adopt flexible packaging in order to improve their packaging sustainability. Some suppliers have recommended the use of multilayer packaging because it ensures high-quality and fresh food products.

The article focuses on the flexible packaging technologies in the dairy industry in 2019. It refers to a comment by Rebecca Casey, vice president, marketing and consumer market development for TC Transcontinental Packaging, regarding high-end flexographic printing possibilities. It also discusses about Chobani LCC which is increasing its use of flexible packaging.

The article discusses the challenges faced by food processors in maintaining the texture and integrity of products that come in small packages. According to research and development manager Janine Mosley of Giraffe Foods Inc. that one of the most important factors to address stuffed products is moisture migration from the filling to the pastry. Mosley suggests to use low-moisture ingredients such as dehydrated vegetables instead of IQF vegetables.

The article talks about continued growth in the pet food processing and packaging industry. Topics discussed include pet food, the equipment used for processing the food and its packaging being huge business sectors in the food engineering industry, and key factors driving pet food demand including pet adoption and consumer awareness of pet health.

The article offers innovative food packaging solutions, including PCR food packaging containers by Novolex, Flexicon's Bulk Bag Discharger for dust containment, and Piab's conveyor designed for delicate products.

The article informs that Breedlove Foods Inc. increases its shelf-stable packages for humanitarian food relief with an automated bulk handling system from Flexicon. It is noted that the firm has installed an automated bulk handling system that enhanced production of its Lentil and Vegetable Blend product more than sevenfold while improving worker safety.