by Crystal Skipworth | Nov 10, 2020 | Design, Packaging
“Gemuetlichkeit” is a German concept for a state of good cheer, and there is nothing more German or cheerful than the classic combination of salted pretzels and beer. Although the state of Bavaria cancelled Oktoberfest in 2020 due to the pandemic, thanks to a genius...
by Nathan Boucher | Jun 1, 2018 | News, Packaging, Sustainability
The packaging industry produces billions of pounds of waste every year that end up going directly to the landfill after serving their purpose. Sara Risch, Ph. D wants us to think differently, she notes that in nature that are many different kinds of “packages” that...
by Nathan Boucher | May 24, 2018 | News, Packaging
Liquiglide coating is a product created by researchers at MIT’s Varanasi Research Group. This new product uses an advanced structured liquid that is like a solid but lubricated like a liquid. The end result is a substance that can coat the inside of any container and...
by Nathan Boucher | May 1, 2018 | Packaging
Recycling has just received the app treatment. Plastic Technology Inc. has released a new app that will make finding and recycling your plastics the right way a breeze. The recycling industry has made it quite confusing when the customer is trying to decide whether...
by Nathan Boucher | Apr 10, 2018 | Design, Packaging
A new type of skin tight packaging has been developed by WENTOPRO that extends shelf life and provide a very high barrier. This new material has a very high clarity which allows the consumer a better chance to be enticed by the shelf appeal of your products. The high...
by Nathan Boucher | Apr 2, 2018 | Design, Packaging, Sustainability
There’s no doubt that packaging is powerful. Packaging can make the difference between a sale or no sale, so it’s vitally important to get it right. Here are some great tips for finding the packaging that increases your chance of success. 1. Describe the...
