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Welcome to IOP: The Packaging Society, an organisation which has been serving the members of the Packaging Industry for the past 60 years. The Packaging Society seeks to serve its membership through training, education and interaction with other members of the industry, providing support and a community environment in which to share experiences and knowledge. Through national and regional events, we endeavour to raise the profile of the packaging industry, influence change and monitor trends. As part of IOM3, membership also provides links to other interested groups, such as the Polymer Society and Sustainable Development Group. With an active younger members' group, the Society is keen to attract members of all ages and skills and support them through the development of their careers. Read our mission statement

News

UK students should join the gold rush

Where are all the future British designers? IOP: The Packaging Society is calling for a better showing from UK colleges and universities in the Student Starpack Awards 2009.
Packaging, 15 Sep 2008

Easy access to tablets

A one-piece polyethylene flip-top closure for cylindrical tablet or pill containers that consumers can open with one hand is in development.
Packaging Professional, 15 Sep 2008

Better barrier properties for biodegradable films

Ultrasonic application of clay nanoparticles to biodegradable films could enhance their barrier properties, according to spray technology company Sono-Tek, based in New York, USA.

The company says that the technique prolongs the shelf-life of food and pharmaceuticals and offers the packaging industry more accurate and economical treatment.

Packaging Professional, 15 Sep 2008
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Features

Playing the packaging game — pressures on packaging

Pressures on spending mean that consumers will focus on value for money. Brands are going to have to adapt to changing economic, market and environmental factors. David Edwards, Managing Director of packaging solutions company Edwards Innovations Ltd, Stevenage, UK, presents some options.
Packaging Professional, 15 Sep 2008

More than just a label — Holograms

Manufacturers have an endless battle against counterfeiters. Fake toys, games and sportswear cost revenue and sales, as well as damaging a company’s public image. Ian Lancaster, General Secretary of the International Hologram Manufacturers’ Association, Shepperton, UK, reports
Packaging Professional, 15 Sep 2008

Leaders of the pack

Renata Jones from construction packaging specialists M.J. Maillis UK Ltd discusses the Pall-Ex network, a cost-effective method for delivering small consignments of palletised freights.
Clay Technology, 14 Aug 2008
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Events

Sustainable Plastics Packaging 2008

07 Oct 2008 - 08 Oct 2008, London, UK

Visit to MMP Cartons

23 Oct 2008, Bootle, UK
IoP Merseyside Packaging Society Event
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