Recently in packaging news, a survey conducted by LiquiGlide, Inc. indicated that many consumers find product waste painful – in fact, many would prefer to go to the dentist than see products wasted! In many cases, it seems to be the packaging that prevents consumers from getting every last drop out of a bottle, tube, or other type of container/package. …
Antibacterial Packaging Boosts Brand Trust In UK
Canadean, a leading consumer market research company with locations around the world, recently conducted a study that indicated consumers, particularly those in the UK, are concerned about not only the freshness and safety of the foods they eat, but what’s on the outside – including dirt, bacteria, and germs. Considering that consumers never know who has handled products on the …
Traceability In Local Goods Less Important Than Freshness?
A recent study conducted by Datamonitor Consumer found that, for consumers who shop foods and produce provided locally, freshness is the most important factor – even over traceability. For many, the fact that the foods they buy are produced locally diminishes the concern many consumers have regarding traceability in foods and produce that may come from other states, or even …
Meet REA JET At Fabtech 2014 In Atlanta
In just a few short days, REA JET will be in attendance at the Fabtech 2014 trade show in Atlanta, held from November 11th – 23rd. We’re super excited, and want you to stop by and see us at booth #C516! If you’re not familiar with Fabtech, this is an opportunity for those in the metal industry to connect and …
Is Product Recall Insurance Needed In Food Industry?
A recent article at Food Quality News indicated that although the automotive industry originated the need for product recall insurance, the food industry is under close scrutiny today, according to one insurance agency. President and Founder of Schaefer Enterprises, Inc. Greg Schaefer said that in the food industry, supermarkets often believe that because they are not the creators of food …