A new study was published by Packaged Facts entitled Food and Beverage Packaging in the US: Consumer Perspectives which analyzes the shifting and emerging trends in food and beverage packaging. There were 5 key trends identified which include: Millennials: This group tends to like fresh, less processed foods as demonstrated by their preference for fast…
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Have you ever spent your hard earned money on the latest gizmo, gadget or widget only to realize that the gizmo, gadget or widget you have been using for years is just as good or in some cases, better? I can’t tell you how many times I’ve purchased things in the past that I thought would work…
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One of the many traits that sets Genpak apart from the rest is our willingness to solve customer food packaging problems. Many of our best selling items have been born from problems brought to us by our valued customers. Vented containers, close-off packaging, decorated containers and leak resistant food packaging are just a few that immediately…
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It’s no secret that the number one complaint from consumers, regarding take-out food packaging, is when their food spills out on the ride home. How often has that happened to you? You’ve got a great meal from your favorite restaurant and are driving home to enjoy it only to see that some of it has…
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One of the highlights of my day, like many working Americans, is lunch time. It’s that perfectly timed break to relax, recharge and refill your engine. Nothing deflates my euphoria though like getting soggy fries, rubbery chicken wings and mushy burger buns. This happens when my delicious meal to go is provided in a container…
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There are different ways in which food service businesses are environmentally friendly. Some use locally grown produce. Some offer reusable containers and packaging, or allow customers to bring their own in. Some use containers that are compostable or made of recycled content. Others use eco friendly chemicals for cleaning. Some find ways to conserve water…
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There is a belief by many out there that polystyrene and foamed polystyrene can’t be recycled. Just because a local municipality chooses not to pick up products that carry a chasing arrows #6 “recycle logo”, certainly does not mean that material can’t be successfully recycled and turned into useful products that re-enter the world of…
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The American Chemistry Counsel has just published an excellent piece of literature that busts some of the crazy polystyrene myths that are floating around the internet. These myths were developed by people and groups who have a specific agenda and are designed to frighten and intimidate people into their specific narrative. Myth #1 – Foamed Polystyrene…
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Recently the Wall Street Journal posted a story on how see through packaging boosted retail sales of food items. While this article mainly talked about packaging like chip, snack and power bar films, we have seen the same trend in solid, plastic food packaging as well. The demand for our Clear Hinged Deli containers has…
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