Articles By Isaac Fletcher

  1. The EPA Is Evaluating Nanoscale Antimicrobials For Food Packaging 6/18/2015

    The EPA is continuing its effort to gain important information about the human and environmental health effects of nanoscale antimicrobials in food packaging applications.

  2. FDA Orders Food Manufacturers To Stop Using Trans Fats By 2018 6/18/2015

    After a long effort to better control trans fats in the U.S. food supply, the FDA has announced that the food industry must eliminate them entirely in order to provide safer foods for consumers.

  3. How Contaminant Detection Systems Protect Pumped Line Food Products 6/17/2015

    Contaminant detection is a critical component of any food processing operation, but pumped line products present certain difficulties that manufacturers need to overcome.

  4. How Would An FDA User Fee Affect The Food Industry? 6/16/2015

    Added user fees do not immediately come across as something for the food industry to be excited about. However, with a distinct lack of funding and the potential for improved influence with regard to regulation and education, limited-time FDA user fees could be more beneficial for food manufacturers than they appear on the surface.

  5. Coca-Cola Unveils Beverage Packaging Made Entirely From Plant Materials 6/15/2015

    With a growing awareness about the environmental impacts of packaging, Coca-Cola’s continued efforts toward sustainable packaging have culminated in the creation of the PlantBottle.

  6. Flexible Packaging Market Will Continue To Grow Into 2019 6/12/2015

    Due to consumer preferences shifting away from rigid food packaging formats in favor of flexible formats, coupled with rising disposable income in emerging markets, the flexible packaging market is expected to continue demonstrating growth throughout the next several years.

  7. Is The Internet Of Things The Food Safety Solution Of The Future? 6/11/2015

    With the ability to enable enhanced monitoring across the supply chain and provide detailed documentation in real-time, the Internet of Things could be a solution for improving food safety and traceability in the not-so-distant future.

  8. Are GRAS Determinations Undermining The FDA? 6/10/2015

    Tasked with keeping consumers safe from all varieties of food risks, the FDA is under continuous pressure to stay informed about what exactly is in the food supply, but industry GRAS determinations are making that objective exceedingly difficult to reach.

  9. Implementing ERP Systems: What Food Makers Need To Know 6/9/2015

    An ERP system is an important element for many food-making businesses, but whether the firm is large or small, there are some important factors to consider when making a first-time purchase or upgrading to a new system.

  10. Environmental Concerns Equate To Growth For The Green Packaging Market 6/4/2015

    With advancements in packaging technology and growing concerns over the environmental impact of food product packaging, the green and sustainable packaging market is slated to show consistent growth through 2021.