Archives for February 19, 2016

Thinfilm and Constantia Flexibles to launch pressure sensitive labels on beverages

Thin Film Electronics (Thinfilm) has partnered with Constantia Flexibles to deliver pressure sensitive labels using Thinfilm’s NFC (Near Field Communication) OpenSense technology.

Green tea compound may form basis for future arthritis therapy

A compound found in green tea, may prove effective in treating rheumatoid arthritis, as its anti-inflammatory action is expressed without blocking other critical cellular functions, US researchers have shown.

Heinz speeds up customer response time and process orders

Esker has partnered with Heinz Iberica to automate its order management process.

Non-alcoholic Mocktail plans for expansion after initial success

Mocktail Beverages will soon see its brand expand, having inked a deal with United Natural Foods, Inc., according to the company’s founder.

Feature: Will 2016 be the year of nitro beers?

‘You can’t just put any beer on nitro!’ Samuel Adams on developing nitro beers and educating consumers

Samuel Adams believes its new nitro styles will help build awareness and excitement in the category. But there’s still work to be done in educating consumers and encouraging them to try different beers, according to Jim Koch, founder and brewer. 

Færch Plast launches ‘Modular Packaging’ food containers

Færch Plast has launched a ‘Modular Packaging’ range of lightweight, stackable containers for the airline industry.

Sugary drink obesity claims slammed by industry

The soft drink industry has slammed claims that a 20% tax on sugary drinks would cut UK obesity rates by 5% within nine years – resulting in 3.7M fewer obese people.