Archives for April 15, 2003

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Powder-proof zippers

Zip-Pak, a US-based supplier of resealable technology for flexible packaging, has introduced a new line of powder-proof zippers, designed to securely reseals powdery products and particulates

New methods to help reduce damage to cheese

Researchers at a Dutch university claim to have developed a model that predicts how cheese will change when a force is applied to it. The new model will help to predict how cheese will be damaged during the packaging or transportation processes.

ABF toughs out difficult first half

Diversified UK group Associated British Foods has reported a 14 per cent increase in half yearly operating profits, despite tough market conditions in its bakery and snacks related businesses.

Owens-Illinois cuts delamination

Materials engineers at Owens-Illinois have developed a new technology in the use ofSurBond barrier material that is said to greatly reduce delamination in a multi-layer packagingstructure.