show spotlight - Easyfairs
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The packaging industry again converged on Birmingham’s NEC in February, setting out its store at the easyFairs aging shows.
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panning the entire packag- ing spectrum, the shows on February 24th & 25th were a must for anyone involved in packaging and the retail industry. easyFairs
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Packtech focussed
on all that is new in the world of packaging machinery, printing systems and converting technolo- gy. For those looking for the next hot concept, there was easyFairs
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Packaging Innovations. easyFairs
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Ecopack is the only
UK show dedicated to sustainable packaging; recyclable, reusable and lightweight materials; low- waste packaging design; and low energy manufacturing techniques. Lastly, for companies looking to outsource their packaging opera- tions, there was easyFairs
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Contract Pack, which was held in association with the British Con-
NEW CONCEPTS
People attend trade shows for the new...and there really was an array of new ideas, technologies and sup- pliers on show at easyfairs. Within easyFairs Packaging Inno- vations, M&H Plastics showcased its ‘CHARACTER’ bottles. These are ideal for children’s toiletries as they’re collectable and provide a real shelf standout. Chesapeake exhibited CartonBag
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new concept that is a lighter- weight alternative to a bag in carton. While for equally ‘out of the box thinking’ the Pendragon stand showed innovations such as
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New for 2010, there was a dedi- cated ‘Print for Packaging Zone‘. Featuring industry giants Epson, IPIA, Konica, Xeikon and smaller innovative digital print players, this zone was for those looking to accel- erate time to market or to nimbly shift their on-pack messaging in response to market conditions.
a box it has created for Harrods which has lights that illuminate when it’s opened. Quadpack fo- cused on its Six and Filorga ranges. Filorga’s ‘medical style’ design suits products destined for cosmetic sur- geries or health clinics. The collection includes: a unique, refillable, airless syringe; airless containers; airless tubes and BMB dip tube packs. For more packag- ing working hand in glove with product innovation, check out Toly’s new patented design for portable liquid foundation - ‘crème luxe’. This clever make-up delivery system integrates the benefits of a compact with the convenience and appeal of a liquid foundation.
Lageen Tuboplast‘s new raised surface printing on flexible tubes adds texture and grip making it ideal for products that need to be gripped in wet conditions such as toiletries and beauty products. Equally with the emphasis on the practical Plasticum’s new MaxiDose Oval snap-on 25 closure has a fin- ger recess area makes the lid easy to open with just one hand.
The shows are free to attend. To learn more about upcoming easyfairs shows, visit www.easyfairs.com or contact David Fergus on 020 86224417 or by email at
david.fergus@easyfairs.com.
A Pack for all Seasons
Chesapeake Branded Packaging showcased its packaging for all seasons…occasions, markets and reasons at the Packaging Innova- tions Show, which was held at the NEC, Birmingham on 24th and 25th February. Chesapeake demonstrated its award winning skills in developing innovative packaging that offers brand own- ers and manufacturers a wide range of marketing opportunities. Janet Shipton, Divisional Design & Development Director, Chesa- peake Branded Packaging, said, “We have been working closely
with our R&D team to ensure Chesapeake continues to offer innovative solutions based on new materials and emerging technologies. This drive for in- novation has helped us to win both a gold Starpack award and the cartonboard category at the UK Packaging Awards. We pre- sented a range of new pack formats at easyFairs that builds on this solid foundation.”
For more information call 01494 618600 or visit www.cskcorp.com.
NEW BOTTLE SIZE ADDED DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND
Following on from success at Easy- Fairs, Measom Freer have added a 350ml size to their popular stock METRIC RANGE. The bottle is stocked in PVC with PET and colours available to order. A wide va- riety of caps and spray/gel pumps are also available to complement your choice of bottle and achieve the de- sired look. One of Measom Freer’s best selling bottles it can now boast one of the largest ranges in Europe, with 15 sizes ranging from 2.5ml to 500ml. Ideal for toiletries, cosmetics, skin care, personal care, pharmaceuti-
cal products and food use, these bottles extend and compliment their existing 21 bottle ranges available from 2.5ml to 1litre. As always Mea- som Freer have their vast range of bottles, jars, boxes, fasteners, meas- ures and scoops all available off the shelf, as well as a host of different spray & gel pumps and caps – includ- ing flip caps, dropper caps, screw and snap-on caps. All their products are designed and manufactured in-house.
For more information call 0116 2881 588 or visit www.measomfreer.co.uk.
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