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Good cup, bad cup

Yogurt maker turns to vision system to eliminate leakers, dented cups

The ThermoChecker inspects the surface of 600 cups per minute, every 3 degrees, within 30 milliseconds.

July 10, 2014

Industrial Control Inc., Zeeland, Mich., has developed an adaptable, high-speed 3D vision system to detect defective parts in existing systems in the thermoforming industry.

Outside the box

5 packaging innovation trends that dairy processors should watch

By looking at the store brands of other consumer packaged goods, dairy processors can find ideas for the packaging of milk, cheese, yogurt and ice cream.

July 8, 2014

Packaging expert Robert Hogan details five packaging innovation trends that are emerging in store brands.

Cheese bored? Hardly

Gourmet cheese distributor uses new packaging for its innovative sampler product

Arthur Schuman figured a novel product design and unique packaging format could transform the everyday consumer into a “cheese connoisseur.”

July 2, 2014

Arthur Schuman sells block and pre-packaged cheeses at high-end retailers and club stores. The distributor also saw an opportunity to create a cheese product that could be marketed as both high-end and convenient. But it needed to find the right packaging.

Shelf appeal

Say good-bye to boring milk cartons. Follow these ideas for better package design

With FDA-mandated label changes likely, now is the time to re-evaluate the message your brand packaging is sending consumers.

Mike Wencel, Sr.

June 26, 2014

Ten-hut! In this boot camp in the basics of good brand packaging, you’ll learn to be innovative and forward thinking. With FDA-mandated changes coming, now is the time to re-think your approach to packaging.

Schneider Packaging introduces new horizontal case packer

June 24, 2014

Schneider Packaging Equipment Co. introduced its horizontal case packer (HCP) for sleeves of cups and lids, including the new environmentally friendly Styrofoam replacement cups.

Oystar USA introduces Hassia THM cup packaging system

June 20, 2014

Oystar USA introduced the Oystar Hassia THM cup packaging system for the form-fill-seal of cups in a variety of shapes and configurations.

Eagle Packaging introduces all-in-one packging system for ship-ready trays

June 15, 2014

Eagle Packaging Machinery introduced all-in-one case or tray forming and packing solutions for retail and ship-ready trays.

Cold case file

A modern-day challenge: case-packing small round bottles into dairy cases

With more consumers on the go, there are increasing demands for bottles that fit car cup holders and are more convenient.

June 2, 2014

Case packing and handling of small bottles appears to be a simple, streamlined operation however, trends in consumer behavior and new bottle designs have introduced many challenges for beverage and dairy companies that can significantly affect line efficiency.

Shrink-sleeve labels for foods, beverages; plus info on FDA-mandated label changes

Sarah M. Kennedy

May 6, 2014

With FDA-mandated label changes on the horizon, we talked with suppliers about how to prepare. Also, experts weigh in on what labels work best for dairy applications.

Dairy brands focus on clean labels with new packaging

Daisy Brand and Hudsonville Ice Cream design easy-to-read packages that signal a clean label or the absence of gluten.

April 13, 2014

Although Greek yogurt and natural cheeses are the stars of the dairy case (as measured by sales figures, at least), it is dowdy cottage cheese that is getting the packaging makeover.