Despite attractive environmental credentials, returnable PET containers remain a niche product. A joint research project by Krones and Alpla hopes to change that. In the joint project’s first phase, the material and process parameters underwent a comprehensive scientific evaluation. Based on these findings, Krones and Alpla developed a returnable PET…
Aseptic Packaging
Evonik is a trusted and long-standing partner to the aseptic packaging industry, supplying OXTERIL® and DUROX® food grade hydrogen peroxide sterilants with superior quality and outstanding technical service. From a morning orange juice or glass of milk to a rejuvenating energy drink, we all rely on beverage and dairy manufacturers…
The Rise Of Sustainable Beverage Packaging In Southeast Asia: Will The Momentum Continue?
As the COVID-19 pandemic shows no signs of abating, the sustainability momentum may be slowed in the short term, as cost-consciousness takes on more urgent priority among stakeholders such as beverage manufacturers and consumers. By Jarred Neubronner, Senior Analyst at Euromonitor International. The sustainable beverage packaging trend accelerated in Southeast…
KHS Optimises Shrink Film Process For French Premium Water Brand, Badoit
First-class natural mineral water and an exclusive bottle design are the trademarks of the Badoit spring. From the bottled water to the packaging, the premium brand makes the highest demands of the quality of its products. KHS has supported the company, part of Danone, since 1986. With its new Innopack…
StrongPack & Sidel Partner To Create Leading Co-Packing Hub For Non-Alcoholic Beverages In Africa
StrongPack Ltd. recently established its operations in the Nigerian market with the mission to become the number one, high-quality, non-alcoholic contract packaging company in Africa. As part of this greenfield project, they installed a total of four Sidel lines over the span of two years, including a can line, two…
Package Printing Gets Personal
Beverage package designs aim to move, motivate and resonate with consumers on deeper levels. By Tom Egan, Vice President, Industry Services, PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies. Thirst may be the first reason a consumer reaches for a beverage, but it’s the packaging that may seal the…
Greenfields Partners With Serac On Spoonable And Ready-To-Drink Yoghurts
This creates a brand-new factory for fresh innovative products, says Serac. Greenfields is a loved brand throughout Southeast Asia and a leading milk supplier in Indonesia, whose success relies on high quality milk given by happy and well-fed cows in its own dairy farms. This ensures quality control from…
Little Room For Mistakes: Beverage Testing To Ensure Your Drink Is Safe
There is a significant demand for powerful and rapid analytical methods that can detect very low concentrations of contaminations in beverages. By Jason Neo, director, marketing and field applications, SCIEX. The beverage industry accounts for 11 percent of the joint food and beverage industry, valued at US$365 billion. With such…
Adapting To Local Cultures In Beverage Packaging
To stand out in an increasingly saturated market, manufacturers are now introducing new products that appeal to consumers and changing the way they look at ready-to-drink teas, soft drinks, beer and juices. By Farah Nazurah