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END OF LINE - Endoline moves into next growth phase
19 December, 2003

Filling the gap
13 December, 2003
Contract packing used to have something of an image problem. But with outsourcing rapidly turning into one of the most cost-effective routes to market, it's becoming a vital link in the supply chain reports Des King

Solway shows faith in Harlands
12 December, 2003

An eye for quality control
18 November, 2003
Editor Gerry Duggin takes a comprehensive look at weighing and detection machinery in this round-up of the quality control sector

Pouch perfection
18 November, 2003
While the stand-up pouch may not be new, it has certainly taken on a new lease of life following the introduction of wet pet food in the 90s. Today the market is growing at 10% a year says Rodney Abbott

Merlin moves mountains
18 November, 2003
A major engineering project at Coors has delivered a packaging strategy as well as plant efficiency reports Pauline Covell

Fairground attraction
05 September, 2003
Is Total Processing & Packaging 2004 putting and end to the obituary notices that are hanging over packaging shows? Mary Murphy talks to Barbara Jackson, show director, Total Processing & Packaging 2004

It's all going on
05 September, 2003
Le Parc d'Expositions, Brussels, is the venue and 24-27 September is the date. Why not go to Labelexpo Europe 2003 and find out how to grow your pressure sensitive label business and learn about opportunities in new areas, including film, cartons, pouches? This could help you to provide new, more innovative solutions to your customers and above all increase profitability. Packed with over 400 key suppliers, Labelexpo continues to be at the forefront of cutting edge technology, embracing digital presses, laser die cutting, RFID, in-line decoration systems, multi-process ink systems, VIP substrates, multi-substrate presses and high technology label films, sleeves and wraps. All the top names will be there, including Mark Andy, Nilpeter, Gallus, Avery Dennison, HP Indigo, GiDue, Akzo Nobel, Raflatac, Arconvert and many more. And don't forget the conference – 15 sessions on the hottest topics, including reverse auctions and end user requirements in sectors such as food, pharmaceuticals and industrial labelling. Exhibition entry costs just EUR35 in advance and includes fast track entry badge so you can skip the queues [www.cts-online.co.uk/shows/labelexpo2003] or call the hotline to order tickets for the team: +44 (0)870 429 4546. But, if you insist, by all means pay EUR50 on the door.

Machinery magic - 1
05 September, 2003
Exhibitors and visitors from every link of the processing and packaging production lines will once again flock to the PPMA Machinery Only Show, now in its 15th year. The industry's premier UK event will take place from 22-25 September 2003 at the UK's National Exhibition Centre, near Birmingham. The show attracts a wide audience of machinery and processing equipment professionals from all market sectors. "This year's show will be more comprehensive than ever," says exhibition director Barbara Jackson. Packaging Today International's editorial and sales staff will be present at the show and you are assured of a warm welcome when you visit our stand [12360]. In fact, this will present an ideal opportunity to meet the new editor, Gerry Duggin. Some of the key exhibits are previewed in the following pages.

Built for speed
03 September, 2003
The use of robots in the packing and palletising area of factories has increased rapidly over the last few years with clear lines of approach when looking at project work says Cermex managing director Dick South

Calling the shots
03 September, 2003
Its overall economy might have faltered but Germany is still way ahead of the rest of the European pack in extending machinery technology capabilities... and it's fully confident of continuing to call the shots says Des King

Machinery dynamics
04 August, 2003
The annual PPMA Machinery Only Show is regarded as the premier UK event in the processing and packaging machinery sector. Taking place from 22-25 September 2003 at the UK's National Exhibition Centre near Birmingham, the show attracts a wide audience of machinery and processing equipment professionals from all market sectors. Details of some of the exhibits to be seen at this year's show are given in the following pages but a more comprehensive preview will be published in the September issue of Packaging Today International.

Gold fever
24 July, 2003
Hosted by Channel 5's Jonathan Gould, the 2003 Starpack Design Awards drew to a close at the London Hilton Hotel on 26 June when over 120 designs received coveted stars. In addition to the stars, eight sponsor awards – from Pro Carton, PolyOne, RPC Group, Listgrove, Rockware Glass, Packaging News, Seven Worldwide and Total Processing and Packaging – were presented. "Once again I'm delighted that the businesses which represent all areas of packaging have risen to the challenges posed by Starpack and have delivered a raft of ground breaking designs," commented chief executive John Webb-Jenkins. "It was also a pleasure to see the outstanding entries in our two new categories – The Starpack Machinery Award and the Starpack Packaging Business of the Year Award." Winners from the UK's Starpack Awards are now eligible to further their success in the Worldstar Awards organised by the World Packaging Organisation, which will be judged later this year.

Tray-fix gives carton board sleeves the slip
24 July, 2003

Revealed! £1bn machinery buying trends
10 July, 2003

US PACKAGING – Shop Window
27 June, 2003

Living on the edge
25 June, 2003
As the UK form-fill-seal machinery market reaches saturation point, manufacturers are under increasing pressure to develop fresh technology that will give them a sharper edge over their competitors. Louise Hunt reports

The icing on SIG's 150th birthday cake
23 June, 2003

Pole position
08 May, 2003
Italy has for many years been seen internationally as an epicentre for all that is stylish, not to mention expensive. Its fashion industry from Versace to the local bespoke tailor is known for superb craftsmanship. Switch to the potentially less aesthetic, such as the manufacture of items mechanical, and the picture has been less than rosy. Steve Thomas-Emberson climbs into top gear

Shine on through
08 May, 2003
The metal packaging industry is wrestling with consumer perception that sees its packs as a bit rusty. New technology has the potential to change all this as long as a few risks are taken reports Louise Hunt