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Variopac Pro - new shrink tunnel of Krones

Variopac Pro - new shrink tunnel of Krones

The designed-enhanced Variopac Pro packer for Krones AG, Neutraubling, Germany, scores in terms of a new container infeed and numerous advantages, such as good accessibility, fast change-overs, good reproducibility and fewer drives. For the first time, the Variopac Pro exhibited at the interpack features the new generation of shrink tunnels, constructed in shaft-wall design.

Ciba launches new 3D color visualization software

Ciba launches new 3D color visualization software

Ciba launches new 3D color visualization software linking design to production: new Ciba Colorviz Color Presenter software aids color communication between designers, color producers and Color visualization based on measured value of colorants on final products, allowing reduction of product development cycle times.

Rexam introduces plastic jars into Europe

Rexam introduces plastic jars into Europe

Rexam announced at interpack 2008 that has extended its product offering in Europe with the introduction of its line of plastic jars. The expansion addresses the growing demand for consumer-friendly jars while adding value for customers on store shelves.

Cartons shape Interpack

Cartons shape Interpack

For the first time ever Cartonboard and Folding Cartons are the core theme at Interpack in Düsseldorf between 24th and 30th April. The "Innovationparc Packaging" in Hall 7A was designed by Pro Carton, in conjunction with the EHI (European Trade Institute for Brands and Retail Trade) and the PDA (Pan European Design Association). In other words: by the entire Supply Chain!

Amcor launches first PET bottle with built-in handle

Amcor launches first PET bottle with built-in handle

McCormick Distilling Co., Weston, MO, commercializes the first PET liquor bottle with a built-in handle. The 1.75-L polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottle for the company`s popular vodka brand is being supplied by Amcor PET Packaging.

Functional decoration - Information and security key functions for labels

Functional decoration - Information and security key functions for labels

No longer are they merely decoration. Labels today are performing more and more functions. In addition to the marketing aspect of a finely printed label for a brand, labels are also used to guard against counterfeiting and tampering. Advances in print technology make it possible to integrate new functions into labels. At interpack PROCESSES AND PACKAGING 2008 from 24 to 30 April in Düsseldorf, manufacturers of label materials and applicator systems will display their latest developments.

24000 carton packs per hour

24000 carton packs per hour

The new aseptic high-speed filling machines CFA 124 and CFA 724 (photo) from SIG Combibloc are the fastest in the world for small-size carton packages, capable of filling 24,000 combiblocMini or combiblocSmall carton packs per hour, with the same unmatched volume flexibility as its predecessors. SIG Combibloc is setting new standards in speed and efficiency when it comes to filling technology for aseptic carton packs.

DuPont demonstrates sustainability at interpack 2008

DuPont demonstrates sustainability at interpack 2008

At Interpack 2008, DuPont will emphasise its involvement in the provision of polymers for packaging solutions which combine high productivity, cost efficiency and sustainability. The company`s sustainability offering comprises innovative approaches to reducing and removing packaging, as well as the development of renewable and recyclable resins and modifiers.