Consumables-Substrates - Film

Whether it’s unscrewing a cap, tearing open a sachet, or unzipping a resealable closure, opening a package and accessing the product inside is not always the easiest task to complete while on the go. Antonio Burattini had an idea for packaging that could solve this problem.

Wipak UK, a company specializing in the production of high barrier films for food products, has purchased a Comexi S1 DT.

This week's POW! Package of the Week looks at the flat-bottom bags for Garrett's Granola. The colorful resealable pouches make the brand sing on virtual shelves and in bricks-and-mortar. View the video to see how the boldly printed packaging with its standout colorway gives the brand all it's got.

Mactac announces it has entered into an agreement to purchase the assets of Spinnaker Coating, LLC, representing $130 million of specialty revenue at a price of $40 million. The acquisition is expected to close on Feb. 1, 2022.

S-One Labels & Packaging announces that three of its ground-breaking ReEarth films have been certified for commercial compostability by the independent labs at the Biodegradable Products Institute.

The week’s episode of POW! looks at how superbly printed cartons deliver an upscale, on-brand visual identity for Napjitsu, a brand that helps end consumers leverage the energy harnessing powers of time-released caffeine and nootropics. View the video to learn about the innovation behind the award-winning packages.

Flint Group Packaging Inks revealed its new range of chlorine-free heat-sealable coatings under the NexisCode brand name.

This week’s POW! episode looks at lay-flat pouches printed by ePac that empower a personal care and sports lifestyle brand. The video explores how the packaging was digitally printed as well as how using a printed pouch helps the brand be more productive and professional.

S-One Labels & Packaging announced that five of its ReEarth bio-based films have earned BioPreferred certification from the USDA.

The Austrian Green Packaging Star Awards recognize environmentally friendly packaging and recycling solutions. Mondi walked away with three awards for EcoVantage, WalletPack Recyclable and Functional Barrier Paper.