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You're invited! AmeriStar Package Awards Ceremony taking place in NYC in June
IoPP
IoPP's AmeriStar Package Awards Competition recognizes the world's best packaging in multiple categories. Celebrate the winning packages at the AmeriStar Awards Ceremony June 10 during EastPack in New York City. The industry's most recognized awards program includes Best of Show, Sustainable Packaging Award, the Design Excellence Award and the overall AmeriStar awards. Come and support the innovative spirit and great minds that drive the packaging industry.
Click here for event details and registration.
Fundamentals online course activity surging
IoPP
Did you know that registrations in IoPP's Fundamentals of Packaging Technology online course doubled in the first quarter of 2015, compared with the same period a year ago? Individuals who are taking the course, and managers assigning those on their teams to get training, say they are attracted by the flexible registration options and the value of the course content in their work. "Having written numerous training programs for various companies over the years, I found the TricorBraun-IoPP courses to be some of the best I've taken," says Ken Joyce, Mid-Atlantic Regional Sales Manager at TricorBraun, which has licensed the course. "The IoPP courses have such a wealth of information and are articulated in such a manner that it's easy to understand and follow … After completing the course, I honestly felt I could easily have a conversation with anyone in the packaging industry. I would highly recommend these courses for everyone, regardless if you are new to the industry or a packaging veteran."
For more information about IoPP's Fundamentals online courses, click here.
April's Premium Webinar focused on plastic forming methods and selection
IoPP
The various plastic-forming methods can be a confusing world. The wrong method can cost your project — and company — dearly. What information do you need to select the right method? What questions should you ask in your due diligence? Presented by Brian Stepowany, CPP, Senior Consultant, McNeil, Johnson & Johnson and Laurie Goetz, Director Package Development-Diversified Products Division, Amcor Rigid Plastics, this informative webinar, taking place from 10 to 11 a.m. CDT on April 21, will address plastic processes and provide in-depth process-selection guidelines.
Click here for webinar details and registration.
See the latest in packaging manufacturing at EastPack
IoPP
EastPack returns once again to New York City, showcasing the latest in manufacturing, technology and solutions, while bringing together thousands of manufacturing professionals from the Eastern U.S. and beyond. This event, taking place June 9-11 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, is where the manufacturing community meets! Get real-time answers to your questions and see the newest technologies, equipment, products and services including: labels & labeling machines, machinery & components, package design & printing and more!
Click here for more information.
Fundamentals face-to-face classes in June, July
IoPP
If you prefer face-to-face training with your peers, Fundamentals of Packaging Technology in-person classes are drawing near! Semesters 1-2 will be June 15-19 and Semesters 3-4 are scheduled for July 27-31. All classes will be in suburban Chicago, with plenty of package samples and discussion with IoPP's certified instructors. If you plan to attend, register soon, as these will be the only face-to-face Fundamentals sessions in 2015, and space is limited. IoPP members qualify for discounts on the course fees. View the course outline. Register for individual semesters, in any order, or the complete course. Register for all four semesters and receive a complimentary copy of "Fundamentals of Packaging Technology, 5th Edition!"
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April 20
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IoPP Heart of America Chapter Tour: Bennett Packaging & Displays, Lee's Summit, Missouri |
Contact: Molly Lynn, email molly.lynn@yahoo.com. |
April 21
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IoPP WNY Chapter Meeting, Rochester, New York |
Contact: Diana Solt, email wnyiopp@gmail.com. |
April 22
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IoPP East Coast Chapter Event: "The Evolving Cannabis Packaging Marketplace," East Rutherford, New Jersey |
Contact: Franco Diaz, email fdiaz@cclind.com. Click here for more information. |
April 22
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IoPP Indiana Chapter Tour: Aseptic Packaging at Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana |
Contact: David Giffel, email ioppindiana@aol.com. Click here for more information. |
April 23
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WNY Chapter Tour: American Packaging Corporation, Rochester, New York |
Click here for more information. |
May 4-6
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IoPP Chemical Packaging Committee Meeting, Minneapolis, Minnesota |
Click here for more information. |
May 11
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IoPP Heart of America Chapter Event: "What's the Carbon Footprint of Your Packaging?," Lenexa, Kansas |
Contact: Molly Lynn, email molly.lynn@yahoo.com. |
May 11
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IoPP Missouri Gateway Chapter Meeting, Location TBD |
Contact: Karen Van Berkel, email kvanberkel@lafayetteindustries.com. Click here for more information. |
May 19
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IoPP WNY Chapter Meeting, Rochester, New York |
Contact: Diana Solt, email wnyiopp@gmail.com. |
The rise of composting as an end-of-use solution
Packaging Digest
Across the U.S., we continue to see a growth in the availability of composting infrastructure, as well as a growing interest in compostable products and packaging. Packaging has a prominent yet precarious place in the world of composting. On one hand, it makes sense to send food-soiled material to the composter along with the desired food nutrients. And in self-contained locations such as cafeterias and events, an all-or-nothing approach to procuring packaging for the venue minimizes confusion and sends the signal that diversion isn't complicated.
Sensor developed to improve BPA detection
Food Production Daily
A fluorescence sensor has been developed to improve detection of bisphenol A (BPA). Researchers said the method will enable the rapid detection and risk assessment of BPA with high sensitivity and selectivity.
What's behind rising cap and closure demand?
Packaging World
World demand for caps and closures is projected to increase 5.6 percent per year to $58 billion in 2019 according to The Freedonia Group Inc. In a new study, Freedonia notes that in unit terms, demand is expected to rise 4 percent annually to 2.2 trillion. It says that although the majority of cap and closure demand in unit terms is for low-cost commodity types such as plastic screw caps and metal crowns, market value growth will be driven by the growing use of more sophisticated closure products in packaging for pharmaceuticals and beauty products.
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Smart sensors improve packaging machinery performance
Packaging Digest
Big data and the industrial Internet of Things can improve the operation of packaging systems, but it all starts with small data from smart sensors. Continuing developments in sensing technology have fueled user expectations in nearly every industry, and packaging is no exception. Intelligent sensors are allowing packaging machinery manufacturers and their customers to get more data from individual sensors via a variety of interfaces, resulting in operational improvements.
Study makes the case for recycling grocery rigid plastics
Packaging World
A recently developed economic overview of recycling grocery rigid plastics has been released to help grocers recognize that recycling their bakery, deli and other "behind the counter" rigid plastic containers makes economic sense. According to the study, recycling of these containers reduces the amount of material going to landfill, while at the same time generating new revenue for the chains.
Projecting growth for the antimicrobial plastic market
Healthcare Packaging
A new report projects the global antimicrobial plastic market to reach around $3.6 billion by 2020 and register a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) of 10 percent between 2015 and 2020 in terms of value. The report includes the following key points.
Pepsi invites consumers to redesign its iconic can
Best Media Info
PepsiCo is putting creative control of its most iconic brand equity — the Pepsi can — in the hands of fans. As part of the 2015 #PepsiChallenge, consumers will have the opportunity to re-envision the universally recognized can with their own special designs and creative flair in the "Live For Now" Design Challenge.
New case packers make efficient changeover a wrap
Packaging Digest
This trio of servo-driven wraparound case packers shows that quick changeover and easy operation are within reach for a variety of markets and package formats. A switch from regular slotted containers to wraparound-style cases could improve pallet efficiencies and bolster column strength, as well as could cut operator time for loading case blanks because most wraparound magazines hold about twice as many blanks as typical RSCs.
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