Bobby Douglas

Arlington Heights

Associate Editor at Flexible Packaging

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Sustainability and adaptability are the future of primary packaging

1 week ago | dairyfoods.com | Bobby Douglas

OperationsPackaging Technologies-Dairy Processors In the dairy industry, primary packaging plays a crucial role in protecting products, preserving quality and delivering convenience to consumers. From the familiar milk jug to high-barrier yogurt cups, primary packaging is the first layer of containment that directly touches the product, making it essential for both functionality and safety.
Personal Care | May 2025 | Packaging Strategies

2 weeks ago | brnw.ch | Bobby Douglas

Sustainability and ease of use have been two key areas of focus in the personal care packaging market. Personal care and beauty packaging can be a challenging market to grasp due to the vast variety of products consumers use on a daily basis. Lotion, toothpaste and shampoo, for example, all fall into the same consumer category, but the packaging for each of these products is subject to a different set of requirements.
Sustainability and Ease of Use Are Two Key Areas of Focus in Personal Care Packaging Market

2 weeks ago | packagingstrategies.com | Bobby Douglas

TriMas’ fully recyclable, all-plastic dispensers are a sustainable alternative to traditional pumps. Image courtesy of TriMas Personal care and beauty packaging can be a challenging market to grasp due to the vast variety of products consumers use on a daily basis. Lotion, toothpaste and shampoo, for example, all fall into the same consumer category, but the packaging for each of these products is subject to a different set of requirements.
Embracing Sustainability: Improvements Take Center Stage in Household Product Packaging

1 month ago | packagingstrategies.com | Bobby Douglas

Sustainability has become a top priority for household packaging. Image courtesy of Amcor While household and homecare products remain a staple in any dwelling, their consistent presence should not be confused for a lack of innovation. As household products continue to improve in terms of their actual use, the packaging of these supplies does not fall far behind.
Household Packaging | April 2025 | Packaging Strategies

1 month ago | brnw.ch | Bobby Douglas

Sustainability improvements have taken center stage when it comes to household product packaging. While household and homecare products remain a staple in any dwelling, their consistent presence should not be confused for a lack of innovation. As household products continue to improve in terms of their actual use, the packaging of these supplies does not fall far behind.
Confectionery Packaging Seeing Improvements in Several Key Areas

Feb 21, 2025 | packagingstrategies.com | Bobby Douglas

Cadbury’s core sharing bars are now being packaged in recycled plastic. Image courtesy of Mondelēz International In recent years, the confectionery market has proven to be a reliable canvas for packaging developers looking to test out innovative solutions.
What is the future of rigid and flexible packaging in dairy?

Feb 20, 2025 | dairyfoods.com | Bobby Douglas

The dairy industry continues to evolve in response to consumer preferences, technological innovations, and sustainability. Among the critical elements driving this evolution is packaging, where both rigid and flexible options play critical roles. Each type of packaging serves distinct purposes, catering to the varying needs of dairy producers, retailers, and consumers. As a whole, dairy packaging will continue to be in high demand.
Confectionery Packaging Seeing Improvements in Several Key Areas

Feb 20, 2025 | brnw.ch | Bobby Douglas

In recent years, the confectionery market has proven to be a reliable canvas for packaging developers looking to test out innovative solutions. With the size of the global confectionery market projected to hit over $250 billion by 2033 (per Spherical Insights LLP), and with companies constantly looking to make new impressions on their customers, there is ample opportunity for confectionery packaging to make strides in accessibility, sustainability and versatility.
Blister Packaging Solutions: From Mono-Materials to Dry Molded Fiber

Nov 14, 2024 | packagingstrategies.com | Bobby Douglas

Image Source: Ramil Shakirov / Creatas Video+ via Getty Images Plus For the convenience and ease of use blister packaging provides consumers, the creation of such packaging isn’t as simple. From developing appropriate machinery to sourcing the right materials, blister packaging brings a variety of challenges that suppliers are constantly trying to mitigate.
Blister Packaging Solutions: From Mono-Materials to Dry Molded Fiber

Nov 13, 2024 | brnw.ch | Bobby Douglas

For the convenience and ease of use blister packaging provides consumers, the creation of such packaging isn’t as simple. From developing appropriate machinery to sourcing the right materials, blister packaging brings a variety of challenges that suppliers are constantly trying to mitigate. As an example, Pharmaworks has developed blister machinery that can handle 100% recyclable mono-materials, marking a significant improvement when it comes to the sustainability of these operations.