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The article reports on Eurocartex, an European leader in the production of soft packaging paper, protective and decorative cushion pads and coated paper for foodstuff and industry.

The article focuses on recycling paperboard packaging materials. It notes that 57% of these materials are recycled and reprocessed into more paperboard packages. It mentions that the increased volume of paperboard packaging being recycled is driven by the availability of more recycling infrastructure, more money paid for the used packaging materials and increasing environmental consciousness.

The article reports that converted packaging products bagged many awards at the 19th DuPont Innovation Awards Competition in Wilmington, Delaware. The world's first aseptic transparent pouch, Tetra Wedge Aseptic Clear 200 Slim won the Diamond award. Alliance Labeling Inc. bagged an important award for its packaging products.

The article offers information on a paper for packaging of art work and the device microfadometer from the Paper Degradation and Stability Laboratory of the Jagiellonian University. It states that the paper absorbs harmful substances along with acidic compounds to protect art work. Roman Golab, inventor at the university, is working on the device called microfadometer to measure resistance of materials or paintings to light.

The article offers information about the GlazeTape Specialty Tape Papers from Verso Corp.

The article evaluates line of paper reCUPs, popcorn tubs, food trays, and bags made with EarthCoating from Pureco Packaging.

The article offers information on the LusterPrint, a packaging paper, the LusterCote, a superior labeling solution for cans and bottles and the Algro Sol, a line of silicone base papers featuring low silicone consumption, from Sappi to be showcased at the 2015 Pack Expo exhibition.

The article discusses the use of parchment paper as a baking pouch and packaging material for a hostess gift.

The article examines the increasing demand for packaging paper in India with regards to its impact on the environment, dealing with topics including glossy packaging boards and wood as the main raw material for packaging.

The article offers brief information on the KHI grease repellent additive to be used in food papers from the company Cartaguard.

The article offers information regarding a check-off program designed to promote paper and paper-based packaging to consumers which aims to achieve the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) final determination requirement.

The article reports on the 77 percent average recycled content of paper packaging produced by paper packaging mills for use in Canada.

The article reports on a campaign launched by environment group Greenpeace against Mattel, the manufacturer of Barbie dolls and other children's toys, accusing the company of packaging toys with paper sourced from Indonesian rainforests, which provide habitat to orang-utans and other endangered species.

The article announces the release of the market research report entitled "Fold Cartons: Key to Paper-based Packaging Prospects," by Euromonitor International Inc., while offering brief details on the report.

A chart is presented that depicts the containerboard prices of kraft linerboards and semichemical medium in different regions in the U.S.

The article reports on the 978 million Swedish kronas capital increase launched by packaging paper firm Billerud in August 2009. The move helped Sweden retain its standing in the European equity capital markets after Swedbank made a cash call worth 15 billion Swedish kronas. Following the move, Swedbank's shares rallied 15% to 77.5 Swiss francs. Joint bookrunners for the deal are Bank of America-Merrill Lynch and Credit Suisse.

The article offers information on the tabulation of the transacted containerboard prices in the U.S. It notes that the transacted price levels are tabulated by obtaining prices from independent converters purchasing linerboards and medium papers. It notes that transactions can be concluded at any time price agreed upon by the seller and the purchaser. The article also listed price ranges per short ton.

The article discusses on the report released by Packaging Strategies concerning the significance of quality packaging in retail. The report provides analysis and data on the role of packaging technologies on the selling of goods to the global market, the relevance of private label packaging and its impact to consumers. The audit research also includes technology and trends forecasting data.

The article reports that Graphic Packaging International Corp. (GPI) has created the Pantry Vendor dispenser for Bush Brothers and Co.'s Baked Beans in Marietta, Georgia. The Pantry Vendor is a fully-enclosed paperboard container that opens and permits interlocked stacking, and has rooms for graphics. Bush Brothers and Co. also uses packaging machine, coated unbleached kraft paperboard and converted cartons from GPI to accommodate demands from club stores.

The article provides an overview of the basic principles of rewinding paper and flexible packaging materials. Centre winding is considered the most common and versatile method of winding when integrating a contact roller, pack roller or lay-on roller. The use of surface winding in a slow moving process is noted. An illustration of the principle where the web is brought between the two surface winding rollers is also shown.

The article features THIMM, European producer of preprinted corrugated cardboard packaging. It explores its partnership with Sappi in the production of corrugated board, citing the Sappi Fusion flexo-preprint technology for various markets including corrugators, lithograph laminators and designers. Comments from Oliver Rokohl, sales and marketing director of THIMM, is presented.

The article focuses on the announcement of Smart Papers regarding the certification for its Kromekote Label 60-lb. IN-fusion premium lightweight cast-coated label and packaging papers issued by Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT).

The article reports on the manner in which manufacturer Mondi demonstrated the qualities of an exhibit by floating packaging ProVantage Aqua paper grades on mini reels at a recent packaging exhibition.

The article discusses the competition between paper packaging and plastic packaging as of October 2009. It says that plastic will continue to improve its overall volume share as it makes inroads into paper applications. According to the author, plastic's share will expand more slowly as a number of packaging applications are fairly mature in terms of the share controlled by plastic. He adds that the successful players are those that have used strategic acquisitions to build leadership positions throughout plastic and paper products.

The article features the industrial operation of Menasha, Wisconsin-based George A. Whiting Paper Co. It specializes the manufacturing of made-to-order paper for scrapbooking , printing and photo matte boards. Meanwhile, it is stressed that whether the order is for cover-weight or text-weight, plain or embossed, designer colors or white, Whiting Paper is proud to deliver pristine product that is 100 percent usable. Information on how the company protects expensive paper rolls is included.

The article evaluates several paper and paperboard packaging materials, including the Uniset SA wet-strength pressure-sensitive label paper from Stora Enso Global Specialty Papers, Direct Thermal Premium Eco paper from UPM Raflatac and heavy-duty tag stock from Boise Cascade LLC.

The article evaluates the Algro Thermo premium quality base paper for the direct thermal printing market from Sappi Europe.

The article offers information on the transparent and tear-resistant paper, EnDURO Ice Products, from Sihl GmbH.

The article evaluates several non-postscript papers and films used for packaging including the Valeron Strength Films, metallized paper and color coated tag, the Tundra HD (high density) polyethylene film and the Trilogy deluxe thermal transfer tag by Contract Converting LLC.

The article previews wet-strength papers from Gorham Paper & Tissue.

The article presents facts relating to the impact of printing and packaging paper on the environment. It notes that trees cut from tropical forests are not specifically harvested for paper, but also for fuel and lumber. It notes that production forests provide financial incentive for private landowners to continue grow trees rather than sell off their land other purposes. According to the paper and printing industries, print on paper and health forests go hand-in-hand.

The article reports on the growth and development of the global paper packaging industry in 2011. It states that the continuous growth of the industry was driven by the emerging acceptance among consumers and its eco-friendly nature. According to a report, the increasing consumer demand in North America, Europe, China and India are also driving the industry. Technological advancements enable the market to diversify and meet customer needs in terms of convenience and functionality.

The article offers a preview of highly glossed cardboard packaging from Focus Products Group LLC.

A preview of the Curious Collection paper range with a new metallic line for high impact packaging from Arjowiggins Coated Papers is presented.

The article reports on the rise in the prices of packaging grade papers and boards in the packaging industry in Great Britain. Paper and packaging company Mondi PLC stresses that the increase in prices did not affect the company's financial performance in the third quarter of 2009 brought by the implementation of cost-cutting strategies. The company anticipates that the prices will be dependent on the global economic recovery.

The article reports on the findings from the survey conducted by Applied Market Information Ltd. that addressed the market trends for label products in Europe. The survey revealed that plastic film-based labels have outpaced the paper-based label products. It noted that the demand for paper-based products is expected to slow down over the next five year, while the demand for plastic labels is expected to increase by more than six percent a year.

The article reports that Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) is attempting to cut 1,400 tonnes of packaging in 2009 through the introduction of changes in the packaging of its products. It states that the move came after a step to reduce cardboard waste in 2008. According to Martin Shuker, managing director for Great Britain and Ireland, the changes demonstrate the firm's commitment to sustainable business practices. The updated packaging features biodegradable paper rather than cardboard and foil.