The latest technology, news and trends on sustainble packaging, biopolymers, renewable, recyclable, materials and more. en-us http://www.convertingmagazine.com/community/Sustainability/48303.html?nid=3985 2008 Reed Business Information. Subject to its Terms of Use. Fri, 18 Jul 2008 15:41:48 PST http://www.convertingmagazine.com/article/CA6579487.html?nid=3985 Converting 2007 Innovator Award winner Winterborne, Inc., was recognized recently by Wal-Mart for sustainability success with its EnviroShell™ package. Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.convertingmagazine.com/article/CA6577384.html?nid=3985 Much of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Green Guide workshop held this spring was spent on topics such as the prevalence of unsubstantiated and vague claims of general environmental benefit, such as “earth friendly.” However, there were several new terms and issues raised that reflect the desire to communicate in an increasingly environmentally conscientious and global marketplace. Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.convertingmagazine.com/article/CA6577381.html?nid=3985 Over the past year or so, one of the major challenges facing converters has been the growing clamor from governments, consumers, brand-owner and retail groups, key industry suppliers and trade associations to become “greener.” Among the basic parameters: Use or promote sustainable materials, have “green” credentials, better manage waste and/or work with recyclable, compo... Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.convertingmagazine.com/article/CA6577375.html?nid=3985 Suddenly, there seems to be a growing stream of price-increase announcements from both packagers and suppliers to the industry. This comes just aspurchasingdata.com says the May index for raw materials is 31.4 percent higher than it was a year ago. As raw-material and transportation costs have edged up over the last several years, the industry has been trying to increase its prices to keep up ... Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.convertingmagazine.com/article/CA6570086.html?nid=3985 Print media fair drupa 2008 closed yesterday in Dusseldorf, Germany, with a range of impressive numbers, including a reported €10 billion ($15.6 billion) in sales on the show floor, says organizer Messe Dusseldorf. Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.convertingmagazine.com/article/CA6565447.html?nid=3985 Need help convincing customers that flexible packaging is the way to go? Mon, 09 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.convertingmagazine.com/article/CA6569320.html?nid=3985 The recent Sustainable Packaging Coalition spring meeting in San Francisco clearly demonstrated that a growing number of companies recognize the need for sustainable packaging practices in a world with limited resources. One presentation by UK-based retailer Marks & Spencer (M&S) showed its great progress with packaging as well as its embedded sustainability practices across all operati... Sun, 01 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.convertingmagazine.com/article/CA6569309.html?nid=3985 Want to be on the cutting edge of package design? A sampling of five top industry stand-outs reveals the details of how these winning packages were designed, structured, printed and converted. Sun, 01 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.convertingmagazine.com/article/CA6569308.html?nid=3985 What do you get when you bring together six outspoken converters from around the world and pose questions on the leading industry issues of the day? A lively 90-min Converter Roundtable at this spring's Association of Industrial Metallizers, Coaters & Laminators annual meeting in Rancho Mirage, CA. Sun, 01 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.convertingmagazine.com/article/CA6560498.html?nid=3985 Cocktail-party conversation almost always includes those comments or questions meant to impress fellow attendees. But instead of talking about that new sailboat you just bought or hearing about where the best diving is on the Great Barrier Reef, you might just hear, “My carbon footprint is smaller than yours." Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.convertingmagazine.com/article/CA6560505.html?nid=3985 Converter Seal-It helps customer cover all environmental points with sustainable PLA shrink-film labels. Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.convertingmagazine.com/article/CA6547685.html?nid=3985 The US Food and Drug Administration approved Food Contact Notification (FCN) 772 to allow direct food contact with UV or electronic-beam formulations. Tue, 08 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.convertingmagazine.com/article/CA6552738.html?nid=3985 Spring has arrived, and everyone in packaging seems to be thinking "green" these days. Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.convertingmagazine.com/article/CA6552336.html?nid=3985 Recently, I participated in a panel discussion on sustainable packaging at the first Environmental Sustainability Summit, hosted by the Grocery Manufacturers Association. During the week of the meeting, I scanned the New York Times and found several articles that reflect how profoundly different today's operating conditions for business are versus those of previous decades. Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.convertingmagazine.com/article/CA6552329.html?nid=3985 Sustainability in packaging has become, without a doubt, a key issue facing the industry. Evidence the more than 300 attendees at “Sustainability in Packaging 2008,” presented by Intertech/PIRA and sponsored by Packaging Digest and Converting last month in Orlando. Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.convertingmagazine.com/article/CA6552326.html?nid=3985 Because packaging is used daily by nearly everyone in America and is said to comprise 20 to 30 percent of US landfills, it is viewed by many purely as a waste of resources and a source of pollution. Plastic packaging, in particular, has a bad reputation among many who are concerned about the Earth's environment. Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.convertingmagazine.com/article/CA6544502.html?nid=3985 Global packaging provider MeadWestvaco Corp. unveils a new corporate identity as "MWV: How brands take shape." Wed, 26 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.convertingmagazine.com/article/CA6542211.html?nid=3985 More than 300 delegates attended the "Sustainability in Packaging 2008" conference, presented by Intertech/PIRA and sponsored by Packaging Digest and Converting. Wed, 19 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.convertingmagazine.com/article/CA6537475.html?nid=3985 Somewhere on the list of sustainability best practices is reusable packaging. In our throwaway society, which is oriented towards convenience and consumption, reusability often is far down the list of packaging options. In many cases, however, it might be an excellent option. Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.convertingmagazine.com/article/CA6528603.html?nid=3985 Buyers for Wal-Mart Stores begin using its packaging scorecard Feb. 1 to rate suppliers on their progress toward developing sustainable packaging. Tue, 05 Feb 2008 00:00:00 PST