Technology has made significant strides in the past decade or so, as capabilities that were once seen as science fiction are now becoming reality. Things like artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT), and even supercomputers are not only existing, but they’re being adopted more and more in homes and businesses belonging to various industries including food packaging. Wiliot is one such company that has introduced a Sensing as a Service platform during PACK Expo 2021. This … [Read more...] about Wiliot introduces Sensing as a Service platform, includes compact computer
UFlex, Hoffer Plastics, Mespack collaborate on 100% recyclable hot-fill pouch
Hot-fill pouches are known to be complicated items to recycle due to its overall structure and attachments. This was a challenge taken upon by three giants in the packaging industry, namely UFlex, Hoffer Plastics and Mespack. These three companies have forged a partnership to develop not only a purely recyclable hot-fill pouch, but one that is utilises a single plastic polymer. The Recycle Ready Single Material PP-based Hot-fill Pouch incorporates an OPP and CPP-layered laminate structure … [Read more...] about UFlex, Hoffer Plastics, Mespack collaborate on 100% recyclable hot-fill pouch
Beta glucans showcase different structural patterns, according to research
A study was published on the peer-reviewed scientific journal Food Chemistry that took a look at samples of yeast beta glucans. It revealed that beta glucans each have a unique chemical structure, which depends on a couple of factors. The difference is attributed to the source or type of yeast strain and how they are isolated, processed and purified. Further, due to the difference in structures, not all types can positively affect the immune system. Beta glucans are soluble dietary fibers … [Read more...] about Beta glucans showcase different structural patterns, according to research
