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2022 May

Celebrating its 25th anniversary, Global Pouch Forum is the longest-running flexible packaging event, and remains the event to get the most up-to-date information from experts and to network with leaders and innovators who develop, supply, buy or recommend flexible materials including pouches, films and machinery. Pouches have transformed the packaging industry, and continue to do so. Next month at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Rosemont, IL, people from all over will gather to celebrate this transformative wonder at Global Pouch Forum, June 7th-9th. Event registration, agenda and information about travel and accommodations are all available at GlobalPouchForum.com.

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The Pouch: A Retrospective

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Derrick Teal
May 15, 2022
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Attendees at this year’s Global Pouch Forum will be in for a treat as we use the event’s 25th anniversary to explore the history and evolution of the pouch.
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Research Centers Cater to Brands and Converters Looking for a Pathway to Circularity

Spring has sprung, and many printing and converting companies are opening research centers, design centers and full-service test labs to help brands find their pathway to circularity.
Grant Gerke
May 18, 2022
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The entire flexible packaging ecosystem — converters, co–packers, brands, extruders — is experiencing a rapid technology shift toward sustainability, and so many consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies are looking for flexible packaging material testing.
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Roundtable on Flexible Packaging Sustainability

May 20, 2022
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A recent Bobst roundtable asks how close are we to the sustainable packaging solutions of the future? And if you could put your money on which would be the most dominant new solution for the future, what would you say?


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Recycling Themes

Recycled Content is King for Brands and Takes Center Stage in 2022

Grant Gerke
May 20, 2022
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Large and small consumer brands are partnering with many different stakeholders in the flexible packaging ecosystem with the express goal of finding supply chains of recycled content for the near future. The themes that appear to be emerging for 2022 are strategies for scale for mechanical recyclers, upstart advanced recycling companies and advanced sorting technologies to meet future demand.
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Sustainable Packaging Trends for 2022

Sarah Stieby
May 19, 2022
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Sustainability continues to be a priority inside the packaging industry and consumers continue to have a voice in driving it. Gravitating toward products at retail that align with what’s important to them, consumers are embracing a gradual shift into a circular economy.
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Augmented Reality

Video | Using Augmented Reality to Increase Consumer Engagement

May 15, 2022
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RealityBLU’s MJ Anderson shares ways brands can use AR to improve consumer interaction — and even tells how manufacturers can use AR to improve processes.
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4 Ways to Reduce Microplastic Contamination from Food Packaging

Charles Haverfield
April 4, 2022
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The study found almost 80% of participants had plastic particles in their bloodstream, most likely from exposure to plastic drink bottles, food packaging and plastic bags.


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The Growth of the Printed Label and Packaging Market

April 13, 2022
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With digital’s share of the printed label and packaging market set to almost double by 2026 and inkjet leading this growth, the potential for water-based digital inkjet technology is substantial.


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Palmolive and Walmart Announces Breakthrough Technology that Helps Reduce Plastic Waste

April 15, 2022
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The starter kit includes one reusable dish soap bottle and one dish soap refill pouch. 


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Fully Recyclable Barrier Paper

April 4, 2022
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Cortec announced EcoShield Barrier Paper, a fully recyclable barrier paper that does not rely on plastic coatings for moisture resistance. 



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Predictive Maintenance Capabilities for M&L Catchweighers

April 11, 2022
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The company says the new tools essentially allow catchweighers operators to “see the future,” providing a more accurate picture of when maintenance will be needed.


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Chadwicks Supplies Yarde Farm with Die-Cut Lids for New Dog Treats Line

March 30, 2022
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The 85.7-millimeter diameter lids feature six color design with pin dot embossing.


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Waterless EB Offset Presents Sustainable Solution for Flexible Packaging

April 12, 2022
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Toray and Chemosvit believe waterless EB offset printing is the most environmentally sustainable solution.


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MULTIVAC Introduces Full Wrap Labeler for Random Weight Products

March 30, 2022
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The company says that full wrap labeling, depending upon label material used, provides a savings of up to 70% on material costs.


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By the time information from lagging performance indicators registers and is available for analysis, it’s already too late. Operations leaders that collect leading indicators, however, can stay on top of production capacity precisely, make decisions that significantly improve production, and empower site and shift leaders to drive improvements.

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New Generation Closure Designs for the Circular Economy

Spout sealing with mono-material raises several questions, but new research on mono-material pouches suggests that these uncertainties are a thing of the past. This webinar will further explore the study and share why current solutions are not suitable while introducing new energy-efficient spout technology for mono-material pouches.

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