Joanna Cosgrove

1 month ago | packagingdigest.com | Joanna Cosgrove

A customizable, ultra-thin barrier film technology from Kalpana Systems ticked all the boxes for critical shelf-life requirements while aligning with sustainability and recyclability goals. Kraft Heinz’s Linda Roman congratulates Sandra Wiegman, lead business development at Kalpana Systems.Rethinking MaterialsAt a GlanceKalpana Systems won Kraft Heinz's Global Innovation Challenge with ALD technology, beating 80 companies from 25 countries.

2 months ago | packagingdigest.com | Joanna Cosgrove

The B2B marketing tool demonstrates paper grades' versatility while teaching packaging pros about sustainable papermaking. At a GlanceArboro is a B2B marketing tool that showcases the Sappi paper products range. All game components, including the board, cards, and money, are made using different Sappi’s paper grades. The game educates players about sustainability in papermaking, forest management, and recycling.

2 months ago | packagingdigest.com | Joanna Cosgrove |Beauty Packaging

As legislation toward cannabis-containing products continues to ease state by state, the need for child-resistant packaging is growing. Chewy gummies, infused chocolates, baked goods, and liquid mix-ins often bear a striking resemblance to ordinary consumables which can look tantalizing to small children. That’s why child-resistant packaging is important for adding a critical layer of protection for preventing accidental ingestion.

2 months ago | packagingdigest.com | Joanna Cosgrove |Beauty Packaging

Discover the latest sustainable materials revolutionizing packaging circularity and improving environmental impact — from black-fly plastic to recycled cooking-oil chip bags. At a GlanceExplore novel bio-based materials from unexpected sources that offer new alternatives to traditional plastics. Discover barrier coating advancements enhancing recyclability without compromise to packaging performance.

2 months ago | packagingdigest.com | Joanna Cosgrove

Oregon Parks and Recreation Dept./RomoloTavani/iStock via Getty ImagesIt’s full steam ahead for Oregon’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) law. The state’s Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) recently confirmed Circular Action Alliance  (CAA) as its producer responsibility organization (PRO), approving CAA’s plan to implement Oregon’s Recycling Modernization Act requirements.