Pizza packaging prolongs shelf-life
European firm Sealed Air Cryovac has developed a new shelf-life extending overwrap packaging system for manufacturers of pizza and pasta.
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Plastic packaging sector in cost, volume squeeze
Major US plastic packaging companies are facing a double squeeze -- falling demand for theirproducts and lowered margins due to the high cost of raw materials, according to a report fromStandard & Poor's.
British Sugar launches cost-cutting, process-friendly paste
Sugar supplier British Sugar has launched a new variety of sugar paste promising a whiter, smoother appearance and better taste.
Auction involves sale of entire processing, packing lines
Less than a year after installation, entire lines of packaging and processing machines are up forauction tomorrow in Grimsby, the UK.
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Folic acid: Sisters aren't doing it for themselves
When the idea of fortifying staple foods with vital nutrients is raised, the battlecry goes up from industry groups and advocates of consumer choice: "Why should we bear the costs?" "Educate, and let people make their own decisions". But when evidence...
Vitiva makes Inolens as carotenoid stabiliser
Vitiva is introducing a new variant of its Inolens rosemary extract aimed at boosting stability of carotenoids and other natural colourings, without the need for synthetic preservatives.
Redesigned standardiser improves milk production, companies claim
A redesigned automatic milk standardiser allows processors to continually monitor fatcontent and eliminates the need for skilled technical support, the manufacturers claim.