Packaging Technologies-Dairy Processors

PMMI announces CPG NexGen Awards

Wed, 27 May 2026 13:18:29 -0400

Produced by PACK EXPO, the CPG NexGen Awards spotlight emerging leaders making a meaningful impact through innovation, leadership, operational excellence, and problem-solving across the CPG industry.

Primary Packaging Performs Well

Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Primary packaging ensures the freshness and safety of dairy products. In 2024, U.S. flexible packaging sales reached $42.6 billion, up 2.9% from 2023, with a projected growth to $44.6 billion in 2025.

Hoffer Plastics names director of manufacturing

Thu, 21 May 2026 16:09:19 -0400

Dan Clark is a manufacturing executive with more than 30 years of experience in scientific injection molding, enterprise manufacturing strategy, sales, training and continuous improvement.

Brown Cow undergoes brand refresh

Tue, 12 May 2026 14:06:15 -0400

Lily, the heart of the brand, was reimagined through a custom, hand-drawn illustration that feels both nostalgic and fresh. Expressive, warm, and full of personality, Lily evolves from mascot to storyteller. Paired seamlessly with the newly customized typography in the Brown Cow logo, she invites consumers into a world where indulgence is simple, honest, and rooted in tradition.

interpack teams with PMMI

Mon, 11 May 2026 07:09:58 -0400

The agreement is designed to expand international engagement, strengthen connections between Europe and North America, and create new opportunities for companies across both markets. It also reinforces interpack’s role as a key global platform for North American companies looking to grow their international business.

U.S. food and beverage processing machinery market reaches $6.2 billion

Fri, 08 May 2026 11:38:31 -0400

The report highlights key industry segments, with meat and poultry (29.2%), prepared foods (14%), and dairy (12.4%) representing the largest shares of the market, while sectors such as pet food, inspection equipment, and prepared foods are expected to see some of the strongest growth through 2030.

Elopak names interim CEO

Mon, 04 May 2026 13:41:00 -0400

"The recruitment process for a permanent CEO is progressing well and is expected to be completed by Q2 2026," the company noted in a news release.

Aptar Closures partners with Cheer Pack for new leak-free technology

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:00:13 -0400

Cheer Pack N.A. and Aptar Closures have been collaborating on various pouch, spout and valve dispensing solutions for the past decade, focusing on combinations that improve the user experience

PMMI creates new charitable foundation

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:11:28 -0400

Backed by an initial $6 million investment from PMMI’s reserve fund, the PACK gives BACK Charitable Foundation represents a significant milestone in PMMI’s ongoing commitment to supporting its members, their communities and interests, and the broader industry.

Flexible Packaging Association elects 2026 board of directors

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:13:51 -0400

The 2026 Board of Directors were elected by FPA voting members via ballot for a one‑year term, with the exception of the Chair’s two‑year term. The newly elected members assumed their roles on March 18, 2026, during the FPA Annual Meeting, taking place March 18 to 20 in Orlando, Fla.

Announcing the 2026 Recipient of the Steve Fairfield Memorial Award

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:40:00 -0400

The annual award, presented at Global Pouch Forum, celebrates flexible packaging innovation.

Flexible packaging to continue its upward pace

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

The dairy processing industry is evolving, leading to advances in packaging. According to Future Market Insights Inc., the global dairy packaging market is projected to grow from $25.9 billion in 2025 to $39.2 billion by 2035, with a compound annual growth rate of 4.2%.

Amcor polypropylene beverage cups qualify as “Widely Recyclable”

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:55:39 -0500

This milestone reflects years of industry collaboration to align packaging design, recycling infrastructure, end markets and consumer guidance.

Carvel Ice Cream Cakes unveils brand refresh

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:19:53 -0500

The fresh look brings Carvel's recent rebrand to life, pairing the brand's classic heritage with a brighter, bolder, more modern personality. Pops of summery yellow join Carvel's signature cherry red and blue frost, plus playful design elements and iconography nod to Carvel's rich history and nearly a century of ice cream cake innovation.

Automation jumpstarts production, but the human touch Is still required for proper sanitation

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0500

Stringent food safety regulations will inspire innovation in machinery standards while encouraging dairy manufacturers to invest in high-quality processing equipment. However, staffing and skill levels remain industry challenges.

ALLIEDFLEX introduces FLX Rotary Duo SpoutFill line

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0500

The FLX Rotary Duo SpoutFill Model operates in a “duplex” (2 UP) operating mode packaging up to 70 ppm / pouches per minute.

ProMach acquires AmHolt

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 10:01:27 -0500

The acquisitions further expand ProMach’s significant capabilities in the consumer-packaged goods market.

Bridging the Gap: How caps and spouts ease dairy’s move to flexible formats

Fri, 26 Dec 2025 07:00:00 -0500

While the shift from rigid to flexible packaging formats requires strategic investments in equipment and processes, the right cap and spout system can simplify the transition – bringing clarity, consistency and efficiency to a complex change.

Why it might be worth it for dairy processors to add aseptic/ESL lines

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Aseptic and extended-shelf-life (ESL) production lines offer a promising opportunity for dairy processors, particularly as aseptic juice sales have increased by nearly 7%, reaching $2.6 billion. The global aseptic packaging market is expected to grow significantly, rising from $80 billion in 2024 to $185.8 billion by 2032.

Mooala announces a packaging refresh

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 08:00:31 -0500

The updated design provides clear communication around Mooala's ingredient sourcing, organic certification, and simple formulations, giving retailers and consumers an at-a-glance understanding of what sets the brand apart, the company said.

Babybel to transition to paper packaging

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0500

The commercial rollout of Babybel’s paper packaging has begun in the United Kingdom. The United States, Canada, and Northern Europe will follow in 2026, before a global expansion across all 50 markets starting in 2027.

PACK EXPO 30th anniversary show a big hit

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

PACK EXPO celebrated its 30th anniversary with the largest event in history, featuring over 1 million square feet of exhibit space and more than 30,000 attendees. Held by PMMI, the show welcomed over 2,300 exhibitors and 50,000 professionals, showcasing numerous products for dairy processors.

ORBIS hosts grand opening for Texas facility

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 14:40:04 -0500

The facility, in operation since earlier this year, features 420,000 square feet of manufacturing space and 240,000 square feet of warehouse space.

Submissions open for Steve Fairfield Memorial Award for Flexible Packaging Innovation

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 15:05:25 -0400

In addition to presenting an overview of the winning innovation at the 2026 Global Pouch Forum, the 2026 award recipient will be the focus of a feature article in the August 2026 issue of Packaging Strategies, and possibly in an associated sister BNP Media publication, including Beverage Industry, Dairy Foods, The National Provisioner, or Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery, where applicable.

Celebrating PACK EXPO’s 30th anniversary

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 16:00:00 -0400

PACK EXPO just completed its 30th anniversary trade show in Las Vegas. We sit down with Laura Thompson, vice president, Trade Shows for PMMI, who reveals some interesting packaging trends..

Equipment suppliers highlight the latest solutions for rigid and flexible packaging

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

New equipment from Amcor, Corbion, and Husky.

The future of packaging to be shaped by AI and sustainability

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

The future of packaging can mean a lot of different things. It can mean new technologies that were just showcased at last month’s PACK EXPO show in Las Vegas, areas of growth for the industry, the advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics, or efforts in sustainability, just to name a few.

SOMIC Packaging hosts open house at new facility in Minneapolis

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 11:52:33 -0400

One of the machines highlighted was the new 434 SuperFlex. Guests were provided with an early preview before the next generation machine was formally introduced days later at PACK Expo Las Vegas.

PMMI golf tournament raises $40K for charity

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 12:43:56 -0400

Funds raised at the Golf Tournament, along with events such as PACK gives BACK, the Amazing Packaging Race, Silent Auctions, and generous donations from PMMI member companies, complement the financial support provided by PMMI.

PACK EXPO ready to celebrate 30th anniversary

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400

PACK EXPO LAS Vegas will celebrate 30 years of its trade show with several new wrinkles. Show producer PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, has elevated PACK EXPO Las Vegas from a regional trade show to a global industry stalwart by expanding its scale, influence and relevance across international markets.