The art of imperfection in packaging
I don’t know if everyone remembers the singer Lynsey de Paul, a household name in the 1970s, better known as the petite performer with blond hair and a beauty mark. Focusing precisely on the latter expression, the interest arose to analyze how a sign of imperfection can instead symbolize an acknowledgement of beauty. And how,
Pharma Packaging: less waste, increased recyclability, and sustainability as the keyword
Certainly, the magnitude of waste in Pharma is not as impactful as that of the food sector. Indeed, the regulations governing packaging are very strict. However, due to the EU Regulation on packaging and packaging waste, change is on the horizon here too. It’s less immediate, requires management, but must certainly be taken into account
Innovations in pharmaceutical packaging: technology for patient safety
From blister packaging to RFID technologies, the pharmaceutical industry is constantly investing in research and development of new packaging solutions to improve the quality of life for patients. This article explores the latest innovations in pharmaceutical packaging that are improving the safety and efficacy of medications. In recent years, the pharmaceutical industry has made significant
Innovation and sustainability: The revolution of printing in food packaging
In the modern era, the food industry is facing a dual challenge: meeting the growing demands of consumers for high-quality products and, at the same time, adopting sustainable practices that respect the environment. In this context, printing in food packaging emerges as a crucial element for the innovation and sustainability of the sector. The advent
The evolution of packaging printing: from traditional to digital, benefits and opportunities
Packaging printing has undergone a significant transformation in recent years, shifting from traditional to digital printing This change reflects the natural evolution of technology, but it is also a response to the changing needs of markets, companies, and consumers. The challenge of producing packaging that is appealing, efficient, and sustainable has become a priority for
IMA PHARMA: Innovating solutions for pharmaceutical processing and packaging
Established in 1961, IMA Group is world leader in the design and manufacture of automatic machines for the processing and packaging of pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food, tea and coffee. IMA Pharma is composed of highly expert divisions able to offer tailor-made solutions for the most sophisticated requests of the pharmaceutical market: IMA Active (Solid Dose Solutions),
Fast design turnaround and deep consultancy capabilities create the foundation for new packaging evolution
There’s so much more to Cama Group than its machines. Behind its class-leading solutions is a team of designers, engineers and consultants who will stop at nothing to develop and deliver the best possible solutions to industry’s most demanding packaging challenges. Cama Group lives by the principle that it will always deliver its industry domain
Unlocking efficiency: Optimizing production lines with buffer systems in 2023
The 2023 closure showed increased interest in optimizing existing lines, particularly the demand to implement accumulation or buffer systems, aiming to improve production efficiency, ergonomics, and accessibility of production lines. This process, although it may be difficult to match the results of optimal design from the beginning, offers an opportunity for improvement with relatively little
AVANT-GARDE: The leading projects of the Packaging Première and PCD Milan initiative for the most innovative packaging of the year revealed
Packaging Première and PCD Milan have unveiled the projects that make the next edition of Avant Garde unique, an initiative highly charged with innovation that actively involves exhibitors, design and branding agencies, material producers, luxury packaging suppliers, and startups in the creation and realization of innovative products in terms of packaging design, sustainability, or materials.
CM R ERGON: The new combined packer by SMI that revolutionizes the format changeover
The frequent changes in consumer habits and preferences impose new competitive challenges and great adaptability to create packaging solutions suitable to intercept every market demand. This can only be achieved thanks to versatile bottling and packaging plants, which quickly and easily switch from one type of production to another thanks to advanced automation and smart