Placon is pleased to announce the release of a new tamper-resistant injection molded cup and lid: The TRP16 cup and TRPLID. The TRP16 is a tamper-resistant, 16 oz. injection molded cup that’s perfect for custom food processors, and the convenience store and grocery markets. The cups are ideal for soups, dips, sauces, cut fruit […]
MADISON, WI (October 1, 2024) – Placon further solidified its position as an innovator in the medical packaging market by announcing the release of a new stock line of BargerGard® TPU pouches and tip protectors. The new product line includes pouches with and without flaps, and a variety of tip protectors to safeguard rough […]
MADISON, WI (September 3, 2024) – In a bold move that solidifies Placon’s position as an innovator in the packaging industry, the company announced the release of EcoStar® 50S, a sustainable packaging material made from post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic that meets current packaging requirements in all 50 U.S. states. Going forward, Placon’s stock food […]
MADISON, WI (August 7, 2024) – Placon, an industry leader in innovative, sustainable thermoformed food packaging, was recently announced as a 2024 AmeriStar award winner for Design Excellence for a custom line of sandwich and wrap containers. The Ameristar awards are an annual award given by the Institute of Packaging Professionals and recognize innovation, […]
Madison, WI (July 16, 2024) – Placon, an industry leader in sustainable thermoformed food packaging, announced the addition of two new containers to its innovative Fresh ‘N Clear tamper-evident salad bowl line. The Fresh ‘N Clear product family sets itself apart by featuring a wide variety of sizes and configurations, and are made from post-consumer […]
Congratulations to our Wilson, NC facility and thanks to PLASTICS (Plastics Industry Association) for recognizing companies that take steps to drive toward zero net waste in manufacturing. Requirements include: • Divert up to 90% of their total waste away from the landfill • Engage employees in environmental efforts • Avoid landfill costs and generate revenue […]
Madison, WI (June 6, 2024) – Placon released their 2023 Corporate Sustainability Report today, highlighting the company’s efforts last year to eliminate waste and pollution, and increase the circularity of their products and material. In addition, the report features Placon’s future sustainability goals, and highlights last year’s awards for sustainable design from Ameristar and Worldstar. […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Madison, WI (May 13, 2024) – Placon, an industry leader in innovative, sustainable thermoformed food packaging, today announced the launch of its new Crystal Seal® Delectables™ line of tamper-evident square dry snack containers. The Delectables™ product line was designed to address consumer demand for safer and more sustainable food packaging options, all […]
MADISON, WI (January 2024) – Placon, an industry leader in innovative, sustainable thermoformed food packaging, was recently announced as a 2024 WorldStar award winner for its Crystal Seal® Cravings™ line of round deli containers. The WorldStar awards are an annual award given by the World Packaging Organization and are the pre-eminent international award in […]