Request for Proposals Released for Can Manufacturers Institute’s Aluminum Beverage Can Capture Grant Program
The Recycling Partnership Joins as Grant Program Partner to Evaluate Proposals and Provide Technical Assistance for Projects that Target Missorted or Lost Cans at Recycling Centers in the Southeast
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Wednesday, January 27, 2021
WASHINGTON, DC (January 27, 2021) -- The Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI) and The Recycling Partnership (The Partnership) today announced requests for proposals (RFP) for aluminum beverage can capture grants, sponsored by can manufacturers Ardagh Group and Crown Holdings , that will fund eddy currents, robots and other equipment or process improvement activities to capture used beverage cans at Material Recovery...
Crown’s Design Capabilities Recognized with Multiple Award Wins in 2020
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Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Packaging graphics create a first and lasting impression in the minds of consumers when making purchasing decisions. To help our customers maximize this important opportunity, we have amassed deep graphic design and printing expertise, commercialized a robust portfolio of innovative inks and finishes and opened multiple beverage can reprographics studios around the world to help our customers take designs from...
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Baladin Launches "Nazionale"
Brands come together to offer consumers the ultimate sustainable retail experience
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Wednesday, December 9, 2020
Yardley, PA – December 09, 2020 . To commemorate the opening of the world’s first green retail park dedicated to the theme of Respect for nature, Italian craft brewer Baladin is launching “Nazionale”, an authentic Italian organic beer packaged in cans from Crown Bevcan Europe & Middle East. Following the motto “from duty to beauty”, Green Pea retail park, located...
Crown Becomes First Metal Packaging Manufacturer To Activate Renewable Power in 100% of Its U.S. and Canadian Beverage Can Plants
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Friday, November 20, 2020
Crown Holdings, Inc. is now operating all 14 of its beverage can plants in the U.S. and Canada on renewable energy. It is the first metal packaging manufacturer to achieve this milestone, which is the result of a 15-year wind power Virtual Power Purchase Agreement (VPPA) with Longroad Energy.
Your Definition of Waste
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Friday, November 13, 2020
Is packaging wasted? Well, certainly, some packaging is. But it depends upon your definition of waste. If a metal can is placed into the general waste stream, for example, then yes, it is wasted. If it enters into the recycling stream, then perhaps the consumer sees it as a waste product sent for recycling, but the item itself is far from wasted.
Efes Georgia and Crown Convert Traditional Medieval Poem Into Remarkable Modern Cans
Limited edition beer cans feature work from artist David Matchavariani to celebrate 12th century poem
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Wednesday, November 11, 2020
Yardley, PA – November 11, 2020. When acclaimed medieval poet Shota Rustaveli penned “The Knight in the Panther’s Skin” in the 12th century, he likely never imagined his work would become an irreplaceable part of Georgian history and international literature. The poem, sometimes referred to by Georgians as a second Bible, tells the story of Queen Tinatin, who orders her...
Can Manufacturers Institute, Ardagh Group and Crown Holdings Offer 2021 Grants for Aluminum Can Recycling
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Thursday, October 22, 2020
Washington, DC – October 22, 2020 – The Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI) will make grants available in 2021 to Material Recovery Facilities (MRF) for aluminum can capture equipment, which will ensure used beverage cans (UBC) are accurately sorted, sold and recycled. Capturing and recycling aluminum cans provides a positive environmental and economic impact as metal recycles forever and UBCs are...
Beverage Packaging: Adding the Finishing Touch
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Tuesday, September 8, 2020
Today’s consumer faces an abundance of beverage options, with an array of flavors, portion sizes and selling points calling out from the shelf. To rise above the fray and secure a place in consumers’ shopping carts (whether physical or virtual), brands must design their products to make a meaningful first impression. Having an understanding of the distinctive decorative techniques that...
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WAMI Water GAS
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Wednesday, August 26, 2020
Yardley, PA – August 26, 2020. WAMI is an Italian water brand with a twist, aiming to make a difference to millions of people who lack access to clean, accessible water. Its mission is to turn the ordinary act of drinking water into something extraordinary by providing 100 liters of water to people in need every time a product is...
Crown Mexico Wins Inaugural Colored by INX Can Design Contest
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Monday, June 8, 2020
As a metal packaging manufacturer, we have always underscored the importance product appearance holds in brand perception and experience. When enjoying a beverage, the packaging is the first and last interaction consumers have with the brand—and the right graphic design can make a world of difference in making those connections successful. Our newest honor as the winner of the inaugural...
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Two Decades of Strength and Sustainability: Crown’s SuperEnd® Beverage End Turns 20
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Friday, May 22, 2020
Sometimes, an idea can spur a revolution. When we debuted the SuperEnd® beverage end in 2000, we knew it would be a gamechanger for the industry. By using 10% less metal than traditional designs, the end contributes to a lighter-weight beverage can that reduces material usage and requires less energy during distribution. Yet, the end’s unique geometry delivers increased panel...
Acqua S. Bernardo Diversifies Its Portfolio With Metal Packaging From Crown
Beverage cans create new consumption occasions for the famous Italian spring water brand
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Wednesday, May 6, 2020
Yardley, PA – May 06, 2020. For the first time in its 94-year history, Acqua S. Bernardo (colloquially known as San Bernardo) has turned to metal packaging for its premium still and sparkling mineral waters. Marketed as ‘the lightest water in the world,’ the product has historically been packaged exclusively in glass bottles. However, the company recognized the importance of...
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Turkey To Drive Cold Canned Coffee Segment in 2020 and Beyond
Crown well-positioned to help local, regional and international brands deliver and capitalize on this growing market
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Thursday, March 12, 2020
Yardley, PA – March 11, 2020 . For centuries, Turkish culture has had a powerful connection with coffee. Hot, strong coffee was and still is offered as the first drink when entertaining, including at engagement ceremonies and weddings, where all conversations begin with a Turkish coffee tasting. Cold coffee began gaining ground with younger consumers in the country in the...
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Myths vs. Facts: Canned Food Edition
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Thursday, March 12, 2020
The can is a convenient, accessible and affordable solution for consumers seeking quick, nutritious and high-quality food options. They are also environmentally-friendly , help reduce food waste and fuel the economy. To shed light on metal cans and their attributes, we are debunking some common myths about this popular food packaging format: Myth: Food cans are only available in a...
Brazilian Craft Brewer Moves to Metal Packaging in Partnership with Crown
Beverage producer chooses format for its sustainability, convenience and other benefits
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Thursday, March 5, 2020
Yardley, PA – March 4, 2020 . Aiming to appeal to local consumers and increase its brand presence, Brazil-based craft beer brand Bierland has converted 100% of its product portfolio to be packaged in beverage cans in collaboration with Crown Embalagens Metálicas da Amazônia S.A., a subsidiary of Crown Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCK) (Crown) (www.crowncork.com). With this format transition, the craft...
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Printing Like a Pro
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Tuesday, February 18, 2020
The best package designs appear effortless. However, behind every finished product is far more planning and precision than meets the eye. This is particularly true when it comes to designing graphics for beverage cans , which requires distinct skills and expertise to effectively translate imagery and deliver the intended quality. When created with precision, the right can designs yield a...
Efficiency and Ease for Beverage Brands at New Ambler Graphics Studio
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Monday, January 27, 2020
When creating a new beverage can , time to market is one of the most important factors for brands to take into consideration. With so many moving parts during the manufacturing process, from size selection to packaging design to filling, sealing and shipping, taking a beverage from concept to shelf can be a complex — and potentially time-consuming — process...
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Marlish Springs Into The Future With Sustainably Packaged Water
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Monday, January 20, 2020
Yardley, PA – January 20, 2020. Marlish Waters, a U.K.-based family-run farm diversification business, is packaging its delicious still and sparkling spring water in beverage cans from Crown Bevcan Europe & Middle East (Crown). Derived from a completely sustainable resource that is naturally replenished by rainwater that falls on the Northumbrian hills, Joe Evans and his cousin and co-owner Elizabeth...
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Nicolas Feuillatte Goes 100% Metal with Crown
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Wednesday, December 11, 2019
Yardley, PA – December 11, 2019. Nicolas Feuillatte is celebrating the inclusion of the Hillsides, Houses and Cellars of the Champagne region on the illustrious Unesco World Heritage List with a new, multi-award winning, limited edition tin. The prestigious champagne brand entrusted Crown Aerosols & Promotional Packaging Europe with the task of creating a tin that shines the light of...
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Your Partner of Choice at BrauBeviale 2019
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Thursday, November 14, 2019
At BrauBeviale 2019, we are demonstrating how our partnership approach adds business value for brands looking to adopt metal for their product packaging. The idea is simple, but at the same time far reaching, in that we offer support, guidance and expert technical input at every stage of the manufacturing process. In short, a customer that chooses metal packaging will...
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