Flexible packaging refers to packaging that readily changes shape per the contents inside. Pouches and bags are popular examples of flexible packaging. Materials such as film, aluminium foil, plastic and paper are commonly used for flexible packaging to protect, market and distribute a wide variety of items including consumer goods and institutional products. Flexible packaging […]
If you are a manufacturer, you know the importance of adopting package integrity practices for the safety of your food products. In fact, there would be no product integrity without package integrity. As a manufacturer, you need to be very particular about how your products reach to the consumer. A lot depends on how the […]
The packaging industry in Australia is growing and is worth over $10 billion with almost 70% of all packages are used in the food and beverage sector. Packages are essentials in preserving and protecting the products to ensure that the content quality has not deteriorated when it reaches the consumers. Once the products reach the […]
Powdered dairy / Infant formula needs to reach the end-user the way it was packaged in the factory. It is an aspect that cannot be overlooked due to the health and safety regulation. Although quality control is important, the contents should be well preserved and reach the consumers in the best possible state. Ensuring good […]
The primary goal of any packaging system is to ensure packages integrity and prevent inside content from being contaminated by external elements. To maintain the integrity of the packages, it is important to employ sophisticated packaging validation processes. This is especially true for high-risk packaging applications such as that encountered in pharmaceutical and class III […]
Recently, a popular baby food company had to recall its products from store shelves due to defective packaging. Plum Organics had to recall six flavours of its baby food pouch products after a manufacturing defect in the product seal was discovered. How Poor Packaging Can Cause Major Problems Poor packaging can render a product unusable, […]
Food packaging is extremely important in order to protect processed, fresh and frozen food from getting contaminated. Packaging helps in protecting food from incidental problems like freezer burn, moisture loss, and physical damage. It is very crucial to keep leak detection equipment used for food packaging in top condition. Here are a few maintenance tips […]
In Australia, food packaging standards are very strict. Manufacturers must comply with the Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) Food Standards Code in order to ensure that food is safe. Here is an overview of the food packaging standard in Australia and why it is important to have high standards for food packaging. Why Package […]
Medical device manufacturers are required to obtain approvals for each type of medical device packaging. In order to meet Australian standards, the manufacturer must guarantee that both the product and the packaging together perform to the highest standards of efficiency and safety when presented to the end user. Why Is Medical Package Testing Performed? Medical […]
A small leak in a sub-assembly or a component is enough to affect your product’s performance and your reputation. A high-quality product earns customers’ trust and has a positive impact on your profitability.