July 2008 Welcome to Packaging IDeaS, Your Weekly Packaging Newsletter from Industry IDS  
Supported By: Foodservice Packaging Institute The Adhesive and Sealant Council Women in Packaging DVI European Plastics Converters
Exhibitor News
Dynamic Conveyor Honored for Safety Dynamic Conveyor Honored for Safety
The Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. awarded Dynamic Conveyor Corporation with its Distinguished Safety Award, in recognition for operating with no occupational injuries or illnesses.
Qosmedix Loofah Pads Qosmedix Loofah Pads
Qosmedix natural loofah pads are made from the loofah gourd and cut in a round disk shape for gentle exfoliation. These excellent single use products soften when immersed in water.
Announcement: EPSE Award Competition 2008 Announcement: EPSE Award Competition 2008
The European Polycarbonate Sheet Extruders are organizing for the second time, an internal European award competition. This award competition aims to raise awareness of the benefits of polycarbonate in different areas of applications.
Product Launches
Constar Introduces PET Jars for Hot Foods
With an eye toward performance and shelf appeal, Constar International has introduced a new line of PET wide mouth jars for hot fill foods.
Berry Plastics Launches FIBC Bags
Berry Plastics, manufacturers of the globally established FIBC brand, is pleased to announce the launch of its FIBC Bag Refurbishing Program.
BPI Launches Drug Bags
British Polythene Industries (BPI) has launched a range of polyethylene sacks for storage and transportation of pharmaceuticals.
Worldwide Updates
Bilcare and Meadwestvaco Acquire US Pharma Packaging Firm
Bilcare, along with US based Meadwestvaco Corp, has acquired a pharmaceutical packaging company International Labs, Florida, for an undisclosed amount.
Nanotechnology in Food and Packaging Accepted By Consumers
In recent years, nanotechnology has joined gene and information technology in becoming a pinnacle of hope for research and industry. The latest uses include food products and their packaging.
Carbon Emissions Cut By Special Packaging
The Xtend packaging makes it possible to avoid using ice in waterproof cardboard boxes with a wax layer; this method is used to transport fresh products such as broccoli by truck.
Packaging Machinery Purchasers Confirm Predictions
Consumer and industrial goods companies have adjusted their predictions for 2008 packaging machinery, spending only slightly, according to PMMI`s Spring Update to the Purchasing Plans Study.
Editorial

Until recently the US was the largest emitter of carbon dioxide. According to preliminary estimates, China has been the top emitter since 2006.

Researchers at Wageningen University and Research Centre have reported that special packaging used to extend fresh produce shelf life can also contribute significantly to reducing CO2 emissions, especially if it is sea freighted. Scenarios in which sea transport was used exclusively indicated a reduction in CO2 emissions of more than 90 per cent.

For more updates, read the next issue of Packaging IDeaS.

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