ITW creates new EU packaging division
US-based Illinois Tool Works (ITW) has established a new division, ITW Packaging, which the company says will focus on providing multipack technologies to the European food markets.
Archives for April 1, 2008
Dairy commodity prices climb sharply
Dairy commodity costs have surged in the space of just one month to cap off huge rises in the prices being paid out by processors over the last year, according to recently published data by DIN Consultancy.
Dairy Crest recalls spread amidst brand push
UK-based Dairy Crest has extended a product recall to another batch of its 2kg tubs of Vitalite brand due to incorrect packaging labeling claiming the product is 'soya free' and 'suitable for vegans'.
PakSense develops standard temperature-monitoring labels
PakSense's temperature monitoring labels for fresh food products in transit are now easier to order and are delivered to customers more quickly, according to the company.
UK scientists gather to discuss obesity
'Growing up in an obesogenic environment', 'Have we sacrificed our children on the altar of a free market?', 'Endocrine disrupters and obesity - old chemicals, new questions' and other presentations will lead a UK symposium next month.