Wednesday, March 14, 2007 · Number 4

FEATURE: The Easy Way to Packaging Sustainability, Efficiency As it turns out, "using less stuff" is still the best way to design sustainable packaging. In a follow-up to a 1995 report on packaging efficiency, a new study from the editors of The ULS Report has found that the key to producing both economically efficient and sustainable packaging hasn't changed much in 12 years—start with less stuff. [more]

DESIGN FORUM: Hangtags Is this a package design strategy for all categories? — We asked a panel of experts their opinions on this topic. Read their insights here.

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NEW DESIGN: Hansen's Natural Teas Has Distinctive Stamp Flowdesign of Detroit developed the entire image of this new product line, developing a custom stamp design that calls out each flavor SKU along with the 75 mg of EGCC and a "made from nature" logo. [more]

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NEW DESIGN: Costa Coffee Carrier Offers Unique Solution Korsnäs and PortaBrands invent an alternative multicup carrier which is cost-effective, eye-catching, safe, user-friendly, space efficient, and environmentally sustainable. [more]

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NEW IDEA: Cheese Packaging with Built-In Grater Kraft Grate-It-Fresh Parmesan Cheese is the easiest way to get freshly grated Parmesan cheese. This unique and convenient all-in-one package, with 100% pure Parmesan cheese and a built-in grater, dispenses grated Parmesan cheese with each easy turn. [more]

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NEW MATERIALS: New Ways to Mix Metal and Plastic Metal packaging from Siloa Inc. offers a stylish upscale metal presence while satisfying supply chain and production initiatives. [more] RPC beauté's newest closures offer maximum on-shelf impact along with a quality impression and high functionality. [more]

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ANNOUNCEMENTS: YUPO's Wally Awards Voting Vote today for the YUPO's annual Designers' Choice Award. The 2006 Wally Awards honor those whose YUPO designs innovate and delight. Vote here. Also... Anthem Appoints Two New Managing Directors [more] PMMI Announces New Vice President of Marketing [more] Victor Dixon Named President of Cortegra [more]

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RESOURCE: Digital Workflow Processes Find Timely, Critical Applications Full digital workflow solutions for printed packaging are becoming absolutely mandatory and a critical element in supply chain management (SCM). Understanding the many technical production options available and discerning the barriers and opportunities of digital workflow can be an overly demanding process. A new study answers these concerns and offers insights. [more]

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