Packaging

In-depth look into new packaging concepts pertaining to refrigerated and frozen foods.

ARTICLES

Demand for Meat, Poultry, Seafood Packaging to Jump 3.2% by 2017

June 5, 2013
Demand for meat, poultry and seafood packaging is forecast to increase 3.2% annually to $9.7 billion in 2017, according to “Meat, Poultry & Seafood Packaging,” a new study from The Freedonia Group, Inc.
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Freschetta Thinks Outside the Box, Returns to Original Box Color

May 30, 2013
Schwan’s Consumer Brands, Minneapolis, started thinking outside of the box—the pizza box that is.
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AdvancePierre Foods Unveils New Packaging for Sandwich Line

May 28, 2013

Cincinnati-based AdvancePierre Foods unveiled a new look for many of its Fast Choice brand sandwiches.


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Shrimp Gumbo Pack is first to bear certified authentic label

May 23, 2013
Vermilion Bay Sweet White Shrimp Gumbo Pack from Delcambre Direct Seafood as one of the first products to carry the "Certified Authentic Louisiana Wild Seafood" seal on the packaging.
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Applegate Farms reduces packaging size, weight

May 21, 2013
Applegate Farms shrunk its packaging, but not its bacon.
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Smart Balance, Earth Balance Switch from Round to Square Packaging

May 15, 2013

When it comes to its spreads business, Boulder Brands, Boulder, Colo., thinks four corners are better than none. That’s why it rolled out an innovative square package for Smart Balance buttery spreads and Earth Balance natural and organic buttery spreads.


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Study: Foodservice packaging to reach $11.5B in sales by 2017

May 10, 2013
Allied Development Corp., Minneapolis, released a study that says 2012 industry sales totaled $9.8 billion for packaging that food processors use for products that are sold to foodservice outlets.
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Surpassing Sustainability

Refrigerated & Frozen Foods honors Hormel Foods for its green supply chain achievements.
May 9, 2013

Since Hormel Foods’ founding in 1891, corporate responsibility has been a significant part of its culture. Whether it’s treating its people, communities and environment with respect and integrity or producing high-quality products in a sustainable and energy-efficient manner, the Austin, Minn.-based processor of refrigerated and frozen beef, turkey and pork makes corporate responsibility an everyday business practice.


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Thermoformed Paperboard Films & Lids

May 8, 2013

Avery Dennison North American Forest Stewardship Council-certified paper label materials include 22 specifications.


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Bagging, Weighing & Case Packaging Equipment

May 8, 2013

Available with stainless steel construction to resist chemical attack, the Alliance DeckHand portable floor scale features a battery-operated digital weight indicator and a 31x41x4.5-inch non-skid platform and ramp.


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EVENTS

The Packaging Conference

2/4/13
The Ritz-Carlton
Atlanta, GA
United States

Building on its history of successful events, the Packaging Conference is once again ready to present the much anticipated event for 2013 and at new venue - Ritz Carlton Buckhead Atlanta.

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How to Increase Line Efficiencies by Removing Change-over

2/7/13
Online
United States
Contact: Jamie Tunison

AVAILABLE ON DEMAND For high-volume food and consumer goods manufacturers, every minute of change-over down-time can cost thousands of dollars in unproduced product.

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ISTA TransPack Forum

3/25/13
Disney's Yacht & Beach Club
Orlando, FL
United States

ISTA’s TransPack Forum is the most well attended educational event providing the latest ideas and advancements of responsible transport packaging and the physical distribution of products.

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Earn a Black Belt in Metal Belts: Selection, Installation, Maintenance, and Troubleshooting

3/28/13
Online
Contact: Jamie Tunison

 AVAILABLE ON DEMAND Metal conveyor belts are a common sight in any food processing plant or commercial bakery. With so many applications for metal belts – ovens, freezers, proofing, breading, enrobing, transfers, etc. – it can be difficult to develop a comprehensive system that maximizes the value of each metal belt. 

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“Packaging 2020” – Packaging Valley Days 2013

4/10/13
Schwäbisch Hall
Stauffenbergstrasse 35-37
Schwäbisch Hall
Germany

Schwaebisch Hall. The Cluster Packaging Valley Germany e.V. cordially invites you to the 2nd “Packaging Valley Days”.

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Discover How ConAgra and Hormel use OEE to Drive Business Results

6/5/13
Online

Manufacturers face stiff headwinds and to battle the storm they need more effective development methods for operational excellence programs like OEE. 

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McCain Foods, 2012 Frozen Foods Processor of the Year

Refrigerated & Frozen Foods’ editor-in-chief Marina Mayer tours McCain Foods’ newly expanded Plover, Wis., facility.
6/5/13 12:00 pm EDT

Discover How ConAgra and Hormel use OEE to Drive Business Results

Manufacturers face stiff headwinds and to battle the storm they need more effective development methods for operational excellence programs like OEE. 

State of the Industry report

Refrigerated & Frozen Foods’ July 2013 issue covers the State of the Industry report. What trends and analysis Re: retail and foodservice products would you like to see?
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Refrigerated and Frozen Foods Magazine

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2013 May

Refrigerated & Frozen Foods'  May 2013 edition includes articles about our Sustainable Supply Chain of the Year award, Hormel Foods, and best practices for traceability and recall preparation. Check it out today!

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