May 16, 2025
Is PEF the Future of Fresh Food Packaging?
Before we discuss PEF food packaging, we should acknowledge that change can be intimidating — even downright unsettling. Remember how we struggled to navigate the transition from cable to streaming services? (So many remote controls and passwords to remember!) Not long ago, the concept of cars powered solely by electricity seemed like something from a […]
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May 14, 2025
What is Modified Atmosphere Packaging & Can It Extend Shelf Life?
Is your food business watching profits vanish with every spoiled product? Modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) sets market leaders apart, and businesses that don’t adopt MAP techniques risk losing market share. We recently interviewed Jeff Brandenburg, who founded and leads The Qfresh Lab/JSB Group, LLC. Brandenburg offers exceptional insight into fresh food packaging innovation, drawing from his […]
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May 12, 2025
How Does Film Sealing Stack Up to Rigid Plastic Packaging?
From farm-fresh to funky in just days — that’s the fate of your homemade cheese storage solution, while the store-bought version somehow maintains its pristine condition for weeks. The secret? Welcome to the fascinating world of film sealing — a distinct packaging technology that’s been quietly transforming parts of our industry for decades. This technology […]
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May 01, 2025
Why Your Food Business Can’t Afford to Stay Wrapped in Paper
Plastic or paper food packaging? It’s not just a grocery store question anymore; it’s becoming an expensive headache for food businesses nationwide. The eco-minded crowd wants paper for everything because it’s recyclable, biodegradable, and made from renewable resources like trees. But, savvy business owners find that using paper packaging may hurt their profits. What began […]
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Apr 28, 2025
Warning Signs When Selecting A Food Packaging Supplier
No food business professional wants that 3 AM phone call — the one where you learn a major shipment has arrived with compromised packaging. Thousands of dollars’ worth of food is at risk, and your brand’s reputation hangs in the balance. This nightmare happens more often than you might expect. The root cause is often […]
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Apr 24, 2025
The Bioplastics Gamble: Why Food Companies Need to Think Twice
Today’s consumers are more aware than ever of packaging choices, and their opinions can quickly impact a company’s reputation. Food businesses now find their packaging decisions directly affecting customer loyalty and brand image. Traditional plastics such as PET (polyethylene terephthalate) and polypropylene are still widely used, but bioplastics in food packaging are now emerging as […]
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Apr 21, 2025
Find Out Why Some Foods Degrade Faster Than Others in Packaging
Food packaging degradation rates directly impact your bottom line. Is that the most surprising statement you have ever heard? Probably not — especially if you are a professional in the food industry. Each percentage point of premature spoilage represents lost revenue, and in today’s competitive market, these losses add up fast. Learning why some foods […]
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Apr 07, 2025
PET vs. Polypropylene: The Wrong Choice Can Cost You
Imagine, to your horror, a customer reaching into their takeout bag, only to discover your signature chicken marsala has betrayed them. The container sits cracked and defeated, rich sauce seeping into their car upholstery. Or picture vibrant, meticulously crafted salads languishing in your display case, their fresh ingredients hidden behind foggy containers. Even worse: (get […]
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Apr 03, 2025
Thin Plastic, Big Problems: How Packaging Thickness Can Affect Your Food and Reputation
A cracked container. A damaged product. A stack of packages holding food has fallen off a shelf and spilled all over a customer. What do these horrifying scenarios have in common? A minor detail that food businesses overlooked and now it is too late. The thickness of plastic packaging, or “gauge,” is a key business […]
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Mar 31, 2025
The Hidden Challenge in Your Fresh Food Packaging: Why Gases Matter
When your carefully packaged produce arrives at retail locations showing signs of produce package bulging, you’re facing more than an aesthetic issue. These containers that look ready to burst can compromise product safety and seriously damage your brand’s reputation. This week, we sat down with Jeff Brandenburg, Founder and President of The Qfresh Lab/JSB Group, […]
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