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The rigid container sector includes bottles, cans, ampules, aerosol containers, aluminum bottles, jars and much more for the food and beverage, pharmaceutical, cosmetic and industrial industries.
Rigid plastic and flexible plastic packaging products account for a large share in the Containers and Packaging market in the U.S. This share is increasing primarily because of the increasing preference of using plastic as a raw material in packages by industrial buyers and the preference for plastic packaging products by consumers. In addition, plastic packaging is replacing glass containers and metal packages, which is, therefore, fostering the demand for plastic packaging products and solutions. One of the major reasons for this increasing adoption is the versatility and durability provided by plastic. Also as plastic containers are lightweight, this helps reduce shipping and handling costs for vendors. The demand for plastic is also expected to be influenced by an increase in the demand for convenience packaged foods by consumers across the country. Hence, the demand for plastic packaging products is expected to have a positive impact on the growth of the Containers and Packaging market in the U.S. (http://www.reportsnreports.com/reports/270695-containers-and-packaging-market-in-the-us-2012-2016.html) during the forecast period.
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Foodservice container TE lid flips/stays open for convenience
Engineered for food products for institutional and foodservice markets, the InPack container has a tamper-evident lid that easy flips up and stays open for easy access and pouring.
Shaped cups and HPP yield healthy on-the-go snacks
Good Foods' single-serve chips and dips packaged in duo avocado-shaped PET cups are high-pressure processed for a 30 to 80 day shelf life.
Dairy reshapes PET bottle for national expansion
A packaging change to a proprietary, ergonomic PET bottle paired with a new label design that meshes nostalgia with a modern look across 25 milk SKUs positions Promised Land Dairy for brand recognition nationally.
New rigid containers showcase dairy and more
A visit to Process Expo last week revealed a clearer pint for ice cream, a space-saving rectangular container and two fresh aseptic packaging developments that all raise impact at retail.
Virtual prototyping of PET bottles cuts costs and time to market
R&D/Leverage's new Opti-Sim virtual prototyping tool lets PET packagers model a bottle concept's impact on engineering, operations and marketing by performing a complete range of diagnostic, real-world simulations
AccuShot powered sprayer makes pest control a breeze
An innovative new packaging platform for brand owner Spectracide empowers user convenience through battery-powered spraying for pests, weeds and more. Read our user report to see if AccuShot was a hit or a miss.
EAS protein powder gives consumers a scoop on convenience
A scoop in lid for the new Building Block container of EAS Sports Nutrition protein powder supplements is reminiscent of Abbott Labs' award-winning Similac baby formula packaging.
EPS containers and packaging peanuts banned in New York City
New York City now tops the growing list of major U.S. cities from Albany to San Francisco that have banned expanded polystyrene (EPS) packaging.
Two on-trend new options in rigid packaging
A dynamic duo exemplify the latest innovations in rigid packaging, one a newly developed beverage carton (left) that uses certified renewable polyethylene for increased sustainability, the other a value-added shelf-ready packa
Glass packaging is clearly growing globally
For being a "mature" packaging format, the $58 billion global market for glass containers seems to be anything but static, growing annually at 3.9% CAGR 2014-2019, according to a new report
Inventive tray-style display package is reclosable
This packaging alternative to sealed thermoform, clamshell or blister packages from Display Pack uses a top portion that slides along a channel in the package to provide reclosure.
Senior-friendly, child-proof closure is ambidextrous
Inventor Gregory Adamczak has quite a range of patents in his stable, including one for a baby pacifier, another for a tennis racket and another for a closure for an eyedropper bottle that he claims, at 12mm in diameter, is th
Thermochromic tabs make chilled cans colorful and easy to spot
Thermochromic inks have found a range of applications in beverage packaging, but a new use on tab ends may be said to literally top them all.
Hot-fill 3D vacuum closure provides leak-free sealing
A new Smart-Seal 3D Hot-Fill Vacuum closure technology can be molded in polypropylene or high-density polyethylene plastic to fit any size glass or thick-wall PET jar with a unique, peelable aluminum laminate induction seal.
T-E container and closure separate for recycling
In the majority of tamper-evident (T-E) closures, there is at least one element which remains attached to the container after the first opening.
Engineered for food products for institutional and foodservice markets, the InPack container has a tamper-evident lid that easy flips up and stays open for easy access and pouring. From...
Who says better-for-you snacking and convenient food packaging can't go together? Good Foods...
For small companies...
My first few steps into the north hall of...
R&D/Leverage's new Opti-Sim virtual prototyping tool lets PET packagers model a bottle concept's impact on engineering, operations and marketing by performing a complete range of diagnostic, real-world simulations in addressing myriad...
Are you bugged by...
Mimicry is the sincerest form of flattery and within...
New York City mayor Bill de Blasio announced last Thursday a citywide ban on EPS foam...
A dynamic duo exemplify the latest innovations in rigid packaging, one a newly developed beverage carton (left) that uses certified renewable polyethylene for increased sustainability, the other a value-added shelf-ready package format (right)...
For being a "mature" packaging format, the $58 billion global market for glass containers seems to be anything but static, growing annually at 3.9% CAGR 2014-2019, according to a new report...
This invention seems to be from the...
Inventor Gregory Adamczak has quite a range of patents in his stable, including one for a baby pacifier, another for a tennis racket and another for a closure for an eyedropper bottle that he claims, at 12mm in diameter, is the smallest closure...
The temperature-sensitive, color-changing inks from Chromatic Technologies Inc. (CTI), available in...
A new Smart-Seal 3D Hot-Fill Vacuum closure technology can be molded in polypropylene or high-density polyethylene plastic to fit any size glass or thick-wall PET jar with a unique, peelable aluminum laminate induction seal. The easy-open, screw-...
In the majority of tamper-evident (T-E) closures, there is at least one element which remains attached to the container after the first opening. Normally, such an element is intended and designed to remain attached to the container for the entire...
Controlled Molding, Inc.
We are a custom molding manufacturer and a producer of rigid plastic packaging (closures and containers). The company's quality system is certified to ISO 9001:2008 / ISO/TS 16949:2009. Our production area is GMP compliant and we are a FDA...
Visstun
Since it was founded in 2006, Visstun's unique method of cup imprinting has propelled promotional cups to a whole new level. Launching the world's first high-definition convolute cups, Visstun's state-of-the-art technology has eclipsed traditional...
Clear Lam Packaging, Inc.
The company manufactures materials in two facilities in the United States and one in China. Hundreds of products are produced for consumer packaged goods companies, retailers and other industrial manufacturers. Clear Lam focuses on structures that...
Crown Packaging International/Polycon Industries Inc.
Crown Packaging International and Polycon Industries, Inc. is a leading supplier of a wide variety of rigid plastic containers plastic bottles, glass beer bottles, glass bottles, glass containers and accessories.
With CrownPolycon as your...
EDV Packaging Solutions, S.A.
EDV wants to be your primary partner in rigid barrier packaging solutions for food preservation, always keeping an ethical and responsible behaviour.
Our focus in barrier packaging allows us to offer you a really deep expertise and dedicated...
Plastic Package, Inc.
Plastic Package provides creative and innovative solutions while cultivating a culture that is focused on profitable growth. Plastic Package was founded in 1976 and is a family owned business. Since 1982, father and daughter team Jim and Jennifer...
Plastic Packaging Concepts, Inc.
Plastics Packaging Concepts, Inc. is a privately owned company established in the fall of 1997 by Ron and Judy Meins. Our knowledgeable staff has a combined level of expertise which covers over 50 years of experience.
We specialize in the...
Polytainers
Polytainers is one of the largest producers of specialty containers for food and dairy companies across North America.
We focus exclusively on decorated rigid plastic containers. This singular focus allows us to be expert in our field and...
Ponica
Ponica is the leading supplier of packaging materials for the multimedia industry in North America. The company manufactures and distributes the highest quality plastic injection molded packaging materials such as CD jewel cases, and DVD boxes to...
Powell Systems, Inc.
Powell Systems corrugated steel containers add strength by the method of manufacturing. Corrugating, for example, provides rigidity and resistance to bending. Lap seam welds provide additional strength. Corners are formed as an integral part of...
Premier Tech Chronos
Premier Tech Chronos is part of Premier Tech's Industrial Equipment Group (IEG), a worldwide manufacturer of packaging equipment. IEG consists of three major business segments – flexible packaging, rigid packaging and peat moss field equipment. ...
Prent Thermoforming
We are proud to be the world's leading designer and manufacturer of custom plastic, rigid thermoform packaging for the medical, electronics and consumer industries.
Headquartered in Janesville, Wisconsin—with additional manufacturing...
Printpack
Printpack is a major converter of flexible and specialty rigid packaging with an over fifty-year history of innovation. Twenty-eight manufacturing plants throughout the United States, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Poland, and China...
ProSys Innovative Packaging Equipment
Since 1985 ProSys has designed and manufactured manual, semiautomatic, and fully automated equipment for filling cartridges, squeeze tubes, syringes and rigid containers for the Cosmetic, Pharmaceutical, Chemical, Adhesive, Sealant and Grease...
Silgan Plastics
For more than 50 years, Silgan Plastics has defined the plastic bottling industry from technical innovation to creative packaging solutions. No matter what your packaging needs, Silgan can and will handle them. From creation to commercialization,...
WestPack 2020
Tuesday, February 11, 2020 to Thursday, February 13, 2020
Swap ideas, add to your knowledge, and meet new business partners at the West Coast's largest packaging trade show.
Where medtech engineers and executives from across the globe converge before going on to change the lives of patients.
Engineers and executives can see live demos of the latest automation and robotics technologies, including robotic accessories, motion control devices, automation software and Industry 4.0 solutions.
EastPack 2020
Tuesday, June 9, 2020 to Thursday, June 11, 2020
The region's premier packaging event connects professionals from companies like PepsiCo, Pepperidge Farms, and Mars with suppliers offering the latest packaging technologies, including a range of automation solutions, from semi-automatic equipment to...
MD&M East 2020
The east coast's largest medtech event offers professionals from companies such as Abbott, Boston Scientific, and Johnson & Johnson a chance to see the latest technologies and solutions in biocompatible materials, components, assembly, contract...
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PackEx Montréal 2020
Wednesday, October 7, 2020 to Thursday, October 8, 2020
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MinnPack 2020
Wednesday, October 28, 2020 to Thursday, October 29, 2020
See solutions from across the entire concept-to-market product cycle. Everything medical, design, and manufacturing converges and intersects here with sustainable packaging and plastics, robotics and automation, and 3D printing and IoT.
MD&M Minneapolis 2020
Medtech engineers and innovators who need to solve tricky challenges can discover solutions in sustainable plastics, smart packaging, biocompatible materials, 3D printing, and IIoT.