As dairy producers search for a competitive edge, capitalizing on consumer trends can boost product success.

Maximizing product protection, freshness, convenience and shelf appeal govern packaging decisions about dairy foods. These goals are driving interest in aseptic filling, in-mold labeling, single-serving sizes and functional features.

It's a pre-made stand up pouch with a unique fitment.

 Sidel launches its new low-output Combi Predis/Capdis FMa, an integrated aseptic blow-fill-cap solution. The new aseptic solution is based on the dry-preform and cap decontamination technology already successfully implemented by many beverage manufacturers. 

 Scholle Packaging introduced its new SureFill aseptic filler for bag-in-box at Pack Expo in September. 

 The one-liter Tetra Evero Aseptic package from Tetra Pak is a safe, shelf-stable carton for milk that combines the benefits of cartons with the convenience of a bottle shape. 

SIG Combibloc said this month that it has begun work on the second stage of a plant expansion in Parana state, Brazil. An investment of more than 36 million Euros (100 million Brazilian reais) to install an extrusion line will make allow the company to laminate unprocessed cardboard on-site for the aseptic carton packs. 

Tetra Evero Aseptic is a new carton shape that delivers ease of use, high impact branding and cost effectiveness,” said Charles Brand, Tetra Pak Vice President of Marketing and Product Management. “This is a unique packaging concept that brings benefits to producers, retailers and consumers."