beverages
Colour label printer unveiled
MM Barcoding has announced the launch of its new entry level colour label printer, the MM Model C.
Aluminum cans enhance consumer experience
Aluminum cans play an important role in enhancing consumer drinking experience, according to a new research report released by Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI).
Valspar introduces non-BPA can coatings
The Valspar Corporation’s Packaging division has introduced valPure V70, the first non-BPA series of can coatings that match the performance benefits of BPA-based coatings.
Aluminium can maintains pole positon
The aluminium beverage can remains the best choice for environmentally minded consumers, according to a report by the Aluminum Association and the Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI).
Thomas T. Fischer
The emerging markets sector is said to represent 41 per cent of global consumer expenditure by 2020. With this in mind, CanTech International caught up with Thomas T. Fischer, vice president investor relations and corporate affairs at Crown.
Let’s twist again
With experience in the caps and closures market dating back to the 1960s, there is nobody better placed to write a feature than regular CanTech International correspondent, Evert van de Weg. He examines the convenient cap and the technology behind twist off closures.
Soups switch to non-BPA lined cans
Campbell Soup Company has disclosed its plan to complete a transition to cans, which do not use Bisphenol A (BPA) linings by the middle of 2017.
Soft drink cans from Crown
Wachusett Brewing Company is moving into new beverage territory, after developing a healthy alternative in the hard soda category.
Can shipments on the up
Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI) reports that aluminium beverage can shipments for alcoholic drinks were up 2.8%, while shipments for non-alcoholic beverages (largely carbonated soft drinks) declined 1.6% in Q4 2015.
Crown announces can plant build in New York
Crown has announced plans to build a new beverage can plant in the community of Nichols, New York to meet increased demand from beverage customers for specialty can sizes.
Crown triumphs with Victoria’s Kitchen
A new line of beverages from Victoria’s Kitchen, inspired by traditional and artisanal European recipes, has won recognition for its matte finish, 12 ounce sleek styled cans by Crown Beverage Packaging North America.
Life Down Under
As we approach the first anniversary of the Ardagh sale of their Australasian entities to Shanghai Yuanlong Investment Co. Ltd, Jamestrong’s managing director, John Bigley, reflects on some of the challenges in the Australasian market.
Crown expands slim can capacity
Crown Holdings has announced the official opening of its second two-piece aluminum beverage can production line in Nong Khae, Thailand.
A river of refreshment
Jim Peterson, of the Ball Corporation, looks at the rise of the canned beer market.