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Learn the latest packaging innovations in Packaging Technology and Research November 2020 Newsletter View this email in your browser Even though packaging can be sweet, packaging finesse is needed to increase shelf life, engage new consumers, and enable new products to succeed. Please reach out if you need expertise linking packaging and food science in candy and other categories.                                                              – Claire  ----------- IFT FOOD TECHNOLOGY MAGAZINE ------------ Packaging for Sweet Treats A blend of shelf-life considerations, efficiencies factors, consumer convenience, and brand presence is required to find the packaging sweet spot for confectionery. Read my latest IFT Food Technology magazine article to learn the history and dynamics of candy packaging, focusing on packaging of chocolate bars, chewing gum and mints, and specialty candy. #foodpackaging #confectionery  --------------- UPCOMING INDUSTRY EVENTS -------------- Sustainable Packaging Options for Ground Beef |  WEBINAR  TOMORROW - November 12, 2020 @ 12:00 PM — 01:00 PM (CST)  In this webinar, learn about the research completed by AURI and PTR to identify and validate more sustainable packaging concepts for ground beef that improve consumer confidence by providing tangible and visible demonstrations of the beef industry’s commitment to reducing its environmental footprint. Research outcomes specifically indicate opportunities to:  Improve consumer sustainability perception of the current overwrapped Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) tray package  Improve consumer sustainability perception of the current chub package  Assess and implement alternative packaging formats that better communicate sustainability to consumers   Please join me for the next installment of AURI Connects: Webinar Wednesday  Learn more>  Pack Expo Connects November 9-13, 2020 I hope to see you virtually at PackExpo through this Friday, November 13th. Please let me know if you have any questions about technology you see. ----------------- RECENT PROJECT WORK ------------------- > Ranking of time-temperature integrators based on value chain and internal criteria to enable a client to confidently move forward with the right option. > Cost saving project that reduced costs by 45% without distribution or shelf life changes    > Packaging Design project that meets a new consumer need while accommodating retail supply chain constraints > Ranked antimicrobial packaging for a specific product and distribution temperatures > Defined more Sustainable beef packaging options that resonate with consumers and are more sustainable as shown by LCA To learn how we can support you and find out what we do, click here> ------- PTR PREVENTS WASTE WHERE IT HAPPENS ------ © 2019 Dr. Claire Sand / www.PackagingTechnologyandResearch.com. Image courtesy of Michela Emmerich / NEED MORE HELP?  If you'd like to learn more on important topics like these and their potential impact on your business please call 612.807.5341 or email me.

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