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Injection moulded containers are dry printed
User application article A series of 3 litre and 6 litre injection moulded polypropylene containers use a dry offset print process that has increased the speed of production by approximately 30%.
News from RPC Containers (24 March 2008)
'Yes Please' to packaging style from Thor pots
User application article Thor pots from RPC Containers are contributing to the premium image of a pioneering new range of fresh chilled convenience foods recently launched in Germany by 'Yes Please Foods'
News from RPC Containers (10 March 2008)
Moulded bottle resists in-pack sterilisation
User application article A custom-moulded bottle is a packaging format that can withstand different processes to suit a wide range of products some of which need in-pack sterilisation.
News from RPC Containers (25 February 2008)
Double-pack food container splits easily
User application article Using its thermoforming and pre-printing expertise, a container manufacturer has produced a double-pack food products container that is easy to split into two.
News from RPC Containers ( 5 February 2008)
One stop shop offers rigid plastics packaging
User application article RPC Bramlage Antwerpen's specialist expertise in in-mould labelled (IML) containers has enabled RPC Bebo Polska to deliver a complete 'one stop' packaging solution to its customer Raisio.
News from RPC Containers (11 December 2007)
Blow-moulded bottles extend shelf life
User application article A bottle is blow moulded in PP/EVOH/PP to provide long-term barrier protection for extended shelf life, with contact clear PP to help enhance product appearance on shelf.
News from RPC Containers (29 October 2007)
PET bottles have 30% recycled materials
Standard PET juice bottles now have 30% recycled materials content and the supplier aims to increase the recycled content to 50%.
News from RPC Containers (24 September 2007)
Clear coding needed on bottles, cartons
User application article Three high powered lasers print permanent, highly legible codes directly onto glass bottles while four high resolution inkjet printers mark secondary carton packaging.
News from Imaje UK ( 1 August 2007)
Headstand bottles demand increases
As the retail establishments ask for more of the 'headstand' design of container, a supplier is acting fast to extend two ranges of standard multi-layer bottle ranges.
News from RPC Containers ( 9 July 2007)
Lightest-ever PET carbonated soft drinks bottle
User application article Following trials, partly-funded by WRAP (Waste and Resources Action Programme), Coca-Cola Enterprises has developed a lighter 24g PET bottle to reduce waste.
News from WRAP (29 June 2007)
Plastic bottles for light-sensitive dairy products
Amcor PET Packaging Europe has developed a PET-based material with a high opacity at low thicknesses to manufacture plastic bottles for long-life milk and other light-sensitive dairy products.
News from Amcor PET Packaging (22 June 2007)
Chemicals and plastics firms collaborate
User application article Eastman Chemical Company and Colt's Plastics have joined forces to provide packaging panache for a new hair wax prototype containing Eastman AQ Polymers.
News from Eastman Kodak (18 June 2007)
Secomak bottle dryers up to the challenge
Magners Irish Cider has installed three Secomak Powerstrip bottle drying systems on the bottling lines of its Clonmel factory in Co Tipperary, Ireland. Brochure available
News from Secomak (31 May 2007)
Blue Marlin gives strength to IRN-BRU
Scotland's 'other' national drink, IRN-BRU, is aiming to build its market-leading success with a substantial packaging overhaul reflecting a more contemporary brand strategy
News from Blue Marlin Brand Design (17 May 2007)
UV disinfection for bottles
Medium pressure ultraviolet (UV) water disinfection systems from Aquionics' British sister company are helping a number of bottled water producers
News from Aquionics Inc (10 May 2007)
Eastman Expands Specialty Copolyester Capabilities
Eastman Chemical Company announced it is extending its specialty copolyester production to its manufacturing site in Columbia, S.C.
News from Eastman Kodak (10 May 2007)
Going nuts over new design
Using the expertise of its Kerkrade, Bramlage and Kutenholz operations, RPC has developed a bespoke packaging solution for a new travel pack for The Nut Company's ultje Crispers
News from RPC Group ( 4 May 2007)
Double bubble jar for Maltesers new drink
RPC Containers Raunds has designed and manufactured a distinctively shaped new jar for the re-launch of Maltesers Hot Chocolate
News from RPC Containers (27 April 2007)
RPC Beaute adds gloss
RPC beaute Thornaby's renowned range of cosmetics packaging has been enhanced with the launch of a new "bespoke as standard" lip gloss pack.
News from RPC Group (20 April 2007)
New cup design increases Freshseal appeal
An ingenious redesign of the cup for Kraft's Kenco FreshSeal range, manufactured by RPC Containers Hereford, provides improved practicality
News from RPC Containers (13 April 2007)
Top-load tester pushing 10
A PET bottle top-load testing system has been in use on the production floor at Leeds-based company Esterform Packaging for nearly a decade Brochure available
News from Mecmesin ( 6 April 2007)
PET jars provide a sweet deal
The re-emergence of individually sold confectionery has seen a growth in popularity of PET jars from RPC Containers Blackburn
News from RPC Group ( 6 April 2007)
Eastman Introduces Vorcalor PET
Next Generation Resins Significant energy savings, superb clarity and improved functionality to benefit EU-based converters and brand owners
News from Eastman Kodak ( 2 April 2007)
Eastman launches Aqualor PET
Eastman Chemical Company, the world's largest manufacturer of PET resins for packaging, introduces Aqualor PET, the first and only reheat-enabled PET for still-water bottles.
News from Eastman Kodak ( 2 April 2007)
Wipes are fit for purpose
The huge growth in the wet wipes market has led RPC Containers Oakham to introduce a new wipes dispenser fitment for its top-selling S Range of plastic pails.
News from RPC Group (26 March 2007)
PET metallic colours arrive
Ampacet has introduced LiquidMetal Colors, a new effect line that allows packaging made with blow molded and extruded polyethylene terephthalate (PET) to acquire the look of highly reflective metal.
News from Ampacet Europe (26 March 2007)
R and D's factory opening set for May
PET tooling specialist, R and D Tool and Engineering have announced details of the official Opening of their new UK facility in Nottinghamshire, England.
News from R&D Tool and Engineering (26 March 2007)
RPC Kutenholz comes through for NIVEA
The relaunch of Beiersdorf's Nivea Hair Care Range has met consumers' changing requirements with a slim bottle in aesthetically pleasing colours
News from RPC Group (19 March 2007)
Secret de Vie uses the glass polymer from Eastman
The Lancome Laboratories has selected The Glass Polymer, a high-end packaging material from Eastman Chemical, for the injection-moulded packaging for its new skincare product, Secret de Vie.
News from Eastman Kodak (19 March 2007)
Caps are an eye catching technical marvel
Advanced technology and superb creativity have been combined in the unique appearance of the caps for the jars and bottles in the Estee Lauder Cyber White range of skin care products.
News from RPC Group (19 February 2007)
Britvic in Rockware Glass
Britvic juices and mixers move into one trip new look Rockware bottles Britvic has given its juices and mixer ranges a complete makeover in conjunction with Rockware Glass.
News from Rockware Glass (14 February 2007)
RPC and Venus take relationship to the 'Ultra'
The excellent relationship between RPC and Greek fruit packer Venus Growers has been underlined by the selection of the Classic Ultra jar for the packaging of a new product range.
News from RPC Group ( 9 February 2007)
Good design cuts packaging costs
As packaging volumes rise, material costs are critical. Mason Pinder tool designers can help companys achieve cost benefits
News from Mason Pinder Toolmakers ( 7 February 2007)
Hot and chilli
Viscose Closures of Crawley were recently approached by the South Devon Chilli Farm to help improve the look of their bottled chilli sauces.
News from Viscose Closures Ltd ( 2 February 2007)
Industrial Innovation award for Rockware Glass
Rockware Glass has won the Yorkshire Forward CIC Award in the Industrial Innovation category for its work with the Design Future's Centre of Industrial Collaboration at Sheffield Hallam University.
News from Rockware Glass ( 1 February 2007)
New Water Bottle from Rockware Glass
Technical background article Highland Spring's new 750ml bottle from Rockware Glass.
News from Rockware Glass ( 1 February 2007)
Bespoke bottle has attractive shape
User application article A custom-moulded bottle for liquid plant and flower foods is blow moulded in HDPE, with an attractive curved shape and a distinctive raised band across the side of the container.
News from RPC Group (17 January 2007)
Flip Top Jar For Cosmetic Cream, Gloss And Powders
Qosmedix has launched a new spherical jar with a clear flip top jar for cosmetic creams, glosses and pressed powder products.
News from Qosmedix ( 1 January 2007)
Glass Packaging Firm's Training Wins Awards
Rockware Glass's training programmes to raise standards and performance has earned the UK glass packaging manufacturer outstanding results in the 2006 National Training Awards.
News from Rockware Glass ( 1 January 2007)
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