Ryan Ruskin

5
Aug

Paper Bottle Coming Soon to a Liquor Store Near You

Johnnie Walker Scotch Whisky will be available in a paper-based bottle in early 2021 and made “entirely from sustainably sourced wood,” according to brand owner Diageo. …

4
Aug

A Deeper Dive Into PFAS, and Why Bans Are Misguided

For the food packaging industry, the goal is to find a substitute for PFAS with which to line paper and paperboard food containers. …

3
Aug

Packaging Digest’s Top Tweet for July

PD's top-performing Tweet at the popular social media outlet was an innovation in recycling. …

30
Jul

With Pride and Against Racism, Some Packaging Takes a Stand

Whether it’s a rainbow for Pride or a raised fist for racial solidarity, some brands show their support for social justice through packaging graphics. …

29
Jul

Conagra Commits $100M to Expand Snacks Plant

Food firm Conagra is launching an expansion project at its Troy, OH meat snacks manufacturing facility. …

29
Jul

Packaging Should Be Part of the Design Control Process

Packaging engineers should be involved early on in order to design and develop the best sterile barrier system for your device and end user, according to a packaging expert. …

29
Jul

Cleaning Tips for Food Packaging Plants During COVID-19

Food safety expert lists processes and resources for packaging line cleaning guidelines and laws, even as new procedures and solutions specific to controlling the COVID-19 virus emerge. …

29
Jul

Glenroy and Gear Aid Unpack a Specialty Spouted Pouch

Brand owner and supplier discuss the custom pouch engineered for ecommerce distribution with unique closure that makes precise product dosage a breeze. …

27
Jul

2020 Sustainable Packaging State of the World

Sustainable packaging expert Robert Lilienfeld’s take on the eco-state of the world includes the good and not so good, as well as advice for industry professionals. …

27
Jul

Corona Beer Through the Pandemic: Tweets Tell the Tale

The brand had the misfortune of having the product name on packaging and in social media associated with the coronavirus. Here’s how it played out on Twitter. …