Package design is more than graphics. Read the latest news focused on packaging form, structure, consumer functionality and scalability in manufacturing.
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DuPont Packaging Awards celebrate how packaging adds value
Posted by Lisa McTigue Pierce, Executive Editor, May 16, 2013
DuPont celebrated the silver anniversary of its global packaging awards program with this year's top winner as a prime example of collaboration and protection, themes that dominate the competition this year. More
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Cracker Jack'D snacks kick off in portable packets
Posted by Lisa McTigue Pierce, Executive Editor, May 16, 2013
Conveniently packaged in individual snack packets and available now at convenience stores nationwide, the Cracker Jack'D snacks were created to meet the demands of the on-the-go adult consumer. More
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Pesto products in a pouch trick the eye with faux canning jar design
posted by Jack Mans, Plant Operations Editor, May 16, 2013
Newest offering of a pesto product in a pouch is disguised in a deceptively realistic old-fashioned canning jar, complete with a hand-lettered tag attached with a cord. More
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FDA targets inappropriate nutrition claims on foods, beverages
posted by Jack Mans, May 16, 2013
FDA has issued an avalanche of warning letters in the last year to food manufacturers that made claims for their products that exceeded what FDA considered to be appropriate. More
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Consumer skepticism growing regarding "All Natural" label claims
Posted by Lisa McTigue Pierce, Executive Editor, May 15, 2013The Food Journal provides an in-depth analysis of the use of "All Natural" claims on food and beverage packaging. More -
Tobacco manufacturer enters little cigar market in a big way
Posted by Lisa McTigue Pierce, Executive Editor, May 15, 2013
S&M Brands Inc. expands its little cigar product line with a hip, new embossed 12-count tin that reflects the size and shape of today's smartphones and convenient grab 'n go 4-packs that have a lower price point, allowing them to enter new markets. More
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Coca-Cola launches biggest-ever personalized packaging campaign across Europe
by Lisa McTigue Pierce, Executive Editor, May 15, 2013
The campaign is designed to help Coca-Cola engage directly with its consumers in 32 countries. It substitutes the iconic Coca-Cola logo on bottles of Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola light and Coca-Cola Zero with 150 of the most popular first names, nicknames and terms of affection in each country. More
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Packaging redesign communicates SeaPak's rebranding
Posted by Lisa McTigue Pierce, Executive Editor, May 14, 2013
SeaPak has upgraded its brand identity with new packaging that brings its coastal-inspired flavors to life, strengthens branding, and improves shopability and findabillity at retail and club stores. More
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