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TechnoPharm slated for April

TechnoPharm takes place in the Exhibition Centre Nuremberg from 27-29 April 2010. This exhibition is the expert information forum for cleanroom technology, analysis and packaging technology for the production of pharmaceuticals, food, cosmetics, dietary products and health foods in Europe. The some 300 exhibitors at the last event showed the industries the latest developments and discussed current trends with specialists from research, development, cleanroom and GMP production, and analysis. TechnoPharm takes place in combination with the international exhibition POWTECH (mechanical processing technologies and instrumentation) and parallel to WCPT6, the World Congress on Particle Technology.

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Colour cosmetics to dominate Russian market

A recent research study by RNCOS has found that by 2012, nearly 16% of the cosmetic industry's revenue generated in Russia will come from color cosmetic segment. This segment has emerged as the one of the most dynamically growing segments of the industry, influenced by fashion trends and innovations.

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Intermittent motion cartoner can reach speeds of 140 cartons per minute

At PackExpo Las Vegas 2009, Romaco will be presenting, for the first time, the Promatic P91 S intermittent motion cartoner. New technical standards are being set with its packaging speed of 140 cartons per minute. .

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Optima to exhibit at Fach Pack

Suitable for extremely small lots to one individual product, but also for large series, the RFID Moduline now features fully automated processes - for the most diversified products. To underline the system#s versatility at Fachpack, this monoblock machine will alternatingly process water filters and liquid cosmetics.

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Times may be harder but the Russian market still offers many possibilities

The effects of the global financial and economic crises have dampened demand on the Russian packaging market for the moment but by no means brought it to a complete standstill. Demand for packaging remains high and interest in innovative technologies and materials for production is unwavering. Despite the current difficulties, Russia is still set to become one of the world’s biggest consumer markets. Experts predict that, at the latest by 2025, the country will enter this league. Packaging manufacturers in the Russian Federation need to invest in order to meet the expectations of customers in such sectors as food, confectionery, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.

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Growing use of foamers

Casper Klejmann of multinational packaging firm Rexam demonstrates the company's latest innovation which is a squeeze foamer. The product was introduced in 2007 and has now become completely industrialised even to the extent of moving away from cosmetic use into food use.

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How the recession may effect very high end packaging

Speaking at Luxe Pack in Monaco in October 2008, Valerio d'Adamo of Dahlinger in Germany explains how the company produces a wide range of high end boxes in a variety of materials for the jewellery, watch, cosmetics, luxury alcohol business amongst others. He also offers an insight into how the slowdown is effecting this German company.

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Stora Enso launches Performa Alto

Stora Enso has launched its new Performa Alto board for high-quality folding cartons. The board offers excellent print results and a bright surface, making it ideal for cosmetics and luxury packaging. Performa Alto is available in grammages from 200 to 350 gsm.

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Quadpack Prestige Packaging Solutions to face sustainability challenges

Sustainability has grown from a fashionable concept some years ago to a real market trend on the packaging market. More and more consumers ask for natural cosmetics and packaging and are aware of the necessity to use recyclable or recycled packs. This trend affects all market segments: mass, masstige and prestige brands are all eager to find solutions for this challenge.

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Costs hitting flexible industry

After a record production of etma members of 10.1 billion flexible aluminium, plastic and laminate tubes in 2007 demand for flexible tubes in Europe has slowed down recently. Although volume-wise the market was still growing by about 5 percent in the first half of 2008 thanks to a good demand from the toothpaste, cosmetics and pharmaceutical industry, flexible tube manufacturers have recorded a significant downturn in demand in the second half of 2008.

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Perfumes, cosmetics and design congress to examine sustainable development

The 5th edition of the PCD congress-exhibition (Perfumes, Cosmetics & Design) will address the issues of sustainable development and respect for the environment in packaging.

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Greater interest in process technology

The exhibition duo POWTECH/TechnoPharm sets international standards: The 700 companies expected at POWTECH from 30 September to 2 October show key technologies for the manufacture, preparation and processing of powders, bulk solids and granules. Some 300 exhibitors are expected at TechnoPharm, the high-tech exhibition for innovations in process technologies for pharma, food and cosmetics. “We expect over 1,000 exhibitors from almost 30 countries at this year’s POWTECH and TechnoPharm duo,” says Claudia Hauser, Exhibition Manager at NürnbergMesse. A lot is offered again in 2008, and not only in the exhibition halls. The supporting programme also provides information about the technologies that determine the future of the industries.

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Borealis claims improved organoleptic properties on PP

A new high-clarity polypropylene suitable for a wide range of extrusion blow moulded containers, as well as a new PP with improved organoleptic properties for drink bottle caps and closures, will be among the highlights on the Borealis stand at Plastpol, the annual Polish plastics processing show being held at the end of May in Kielce. Borealis will also present new high-performance film grades.

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Small growth for toiletry containers

US demand for cosmetic and toiletry containers is projected to increase 2.8 percent per year to 25.5 billion units in 2012.

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Serac claims to offer sustainability

Specialist in filling and capping machines for nearly 40 years, Serac will present at Interpack 2008 several packaging solutions and two exclusivities: Rp2 and Athéna

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Machine claimed to aid cosmetics packaging

The latest model of the range of weight-filling machines developed by Serac, Athena is a linear machine especially dedicated to productions in small series with a great number of references in cosmetics.

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Cosmoprof goes worldwide

Cosmoprof turns 41 years old in 2008 and becomes Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna, underscoring its world leadership among events dedicated to Beauty, but also emphasising the worldwide vocation that has been one of its most distinctive traits from the very beginning.

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Introducing the “Dream Matte Powder” compact

For its very latest innovation in pressed powder formulas, what the brand calls the “Powder Revolution”, Maybelline was also looking for an equally revolutionary case. A first-ever new design concept from Maybelline and an industrial performance achieved by Rexam calling on its global range of skills and know-how. Introducing the “Dream Matte Powder” compact.

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Risdon appoints European head

Risdon International announced today the appointment of Gilles Vanhelst as European Sales Manager. Mr.Vanhelst will be responsible for evaluating and developing the European market for Risdon.

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Colloboration on starch based bio materials

DuPont and Plantic Technologies Limited , an Australian company specializing in starch-based biopolymers, today announced plans to collaborate in the development and sale of renewably sourced polymers made from Plantic® technology.

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Customers want modernity!

The lack of interest in traditional products is a confirmed factor of the spirits segment: today’s consumers want modernity. Corporate brands are developing a trendy image, redesigning their bottles with the assistance of creators and playing with formats to win over young adults. To help them make the most of this wave of modernity, the Sleever® has become a major component of alcohol brands’ marketing strategy. A distinctive shape, attractive special effects and a variety of surface finishings that invite the hand to reach out and touch the product.

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New look for skincare e-tailer

Lisa Tse Ltd has created a brand identity, website and packaging for luxury skincare e-tailer Panache Cosmetics.

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Exclusive bottle with floral pattern for new perfume

Mary Kay will launch its first premium, luxury fragrance for women, Affection™ Eau de Parfum, this September. In today’s fast-paced world, women want to achieve their own special individuality in their fashion and style choices and realize they can enhance that personal expression with the right fragrance. Scents are the new wardrobe staple that’s here to stay. A woman wants a scent that captures her individual essence – a signature scent to match her signature style. Mary Kay’s newest fragrance, Affection™ Eau de Parfum, is an expressive and unique signature scent that is contemporary.

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Protection for up market brands

At a time when forgeries represent 10% of world trade, perfume-cosmetic and parapharmaceutical brands, which are the first victims, have to implement systematic solutions to guarantee the origin and non-opening of their products prior to usage.

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Vitality for skin

Edelmann has designed the packaging for the Zoé Revital skincare series ‘for mature skin’ in white iriodin gravure. It was possible to highlight the decorative colours in UV offset print with the Zoé logo in gold foil stamping. When extending the series to include ‘very mature skin’, Edelmann will once again be responsible for packaging production. The plan is to create a metallic look using silver film lamination and foil stamping.

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Replacing polished metal

LiquidMetal replicates polished metal for cosmetics, skin and hair care, health and beauty aids; as well as specialty foods, beverages and packaging for car-care products.

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RPC reduces deodorant parts

RPC Bramlage has enhanced its renowned standard range of personal care packaging with the launch of a roll-on deo container that meets demand from brands for a cost-effective alternative to bespoke designs that still delivers excellent functionality and style.

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Valois profit grows

Valois S.A.S., a world leader in the design, development and manufacture of proprietary spray, aerosol and dispensing systems for the Pharmaceutical, Perfumery & Cosmetics markets, has significantly enhanced its annual sales from €276.7 to €311.7 million (+12.6%). The result after tax is established at €23.8 million in 2006.

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Protecting sensitive ingredients

Due to the trend toward brightly colored products and sophisticated clear packaging in the personal care industry, there is an increasing need to protect dyes and other UV lightsensitive ingredients in formulations.

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Following Avon

Chris Hill of the Condalkin Group explains how his company followed Avon Cosmetics from the UK to Poland to become a platform for sales into eastern Europe

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Seufert opens Warsaw office

Ferdinand Gutbrod, export manager of Seufert Transparente Verpackungen explains why his company has opened an office in Warsaw as well as something about his company and its product range

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Strazaplastika hopes to achieve Polish success

Robert Posavec, sales manager of Strazaplastika of Hum na Sutli in Croatia speaks of his company's products, its history and hopes for the Polish market.

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Aiming at SMEs

Gianpaolo Hermann, deputy managing director, of cosmetics packaging company Eurovetrocap tells of his ambitions in Poland for his products. He sees the growth of SME's as being very positive for his business and explains why.

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Glass from Garvolin

The Czechy glass works from Pilawa near Garwolin is a producer of glass bottles for the packaging industry. This interview was carried out during the Intercharm cosmetics and beauty trade fair in Warsaw on 24 May 2007

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Lumson targets Poland

The Italian Lumson, manufacturer of high end packaging products for the cosmetics industry is targetting Poland. Here international sales manager Mirko Cocchi explains something of the company's products and why it is looking to the Polish market.

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Pakmar goes biodegradable

Interview with the managing director of Pakmar in Piaseczno, Poland who is entering the biodegradable film market.

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Reducing costs for customised dispensing

ModulArt™, Pfeiffer's new dispensing solution, is a customizable packaging design that stands out on store shelves and allows packagers to invest significantly less than they would for totally customized dispensing solutions.

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Axilone produces cap for Halston

Axilone, one of the main leaders in caps and closures for the perfume, cosmetics and make up industry, is the only producer of plastic and metal components based in Europe, in the USA and in China. Axilone is positioned to respond to the global needs of its customers.

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Cosfibel creates display for Kinder

GRUMBE, a subsidiary of Cosfibel, proposed and developed this innovative all-in one packaging/display concept.

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Tube record expected

Following an increase in sales of tubes in the first half of 2006 to 5 billion units the European Tube Manufacturers Association (Etma) is looking forward to a record of about 10 billion units for the whole year.

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New man at Pfeiffer

Yannick Brunat has been appointed Vice President Marketing & Sales Fragrance & Cosmetics Division. He is also member of the Beauty Management Team.

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Pfeiffer launches dispensing solution

ModulArt™, Pfeiffer's new dispensing solution, is a customizable packaging design that stands out on store shelves and allows packagers to invest significantly less than they would for totally customized dispensing solutions.

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Mascara unit breakthrough

German based cosmetic manufacturer, Oekametall, has raised the bar in the packaging industry with an innovative new double-ended mascara-packaging concept for Lancôme - set to challenge competitors with its elaborate centre piece and applicator unit.

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Packs for Gourmets Only

Inspired by the cosmetics industry, the food sector is increasingly focusing on upscale and fashion-inspired packaging to better promote its products. Ingenious cases, boxes and coffrets in a number of material and design combinations are tempting consumers.

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Essel Propack to enter Poland

India-based Essel Propack, part of the Essel Group, is to enter its 15th market having unveiled plans to open up a beauty packaging production facility in Poland that will serve growing demand for plastic tubes in the region.

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Pharmatech starts today

The 8th Moscow International Exhibition “Pharmtech – Technologies of Pharmaceutical Industry 2006” will take place in Expocentr from the 20th to the 23rd November 2006. This is the only specialised event in Russia and CIS dedicated to pharmaceuticals production. For the first time the exhibition will be held in a new venue, modern architecture and developed infrastructure of which provide for holding events up to the highest standards.

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Up to the minute

Intelligent, up-to-the-minute and with comprehensive coverage in each of its fields: this is the glass and plastic product range presented by the Gerresheimer Group at Salon d'Emballage, which opens in Paris for five days on 20 November 2006.

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Mixing metal and cardboard

WALKI®PackMetalex is an ideal packaging material for cosmetics, alcoholic beverages and confectionery. The metal coating makes for a shining and luxurious impression, while cardboard gives the package stability.

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Technology for cosmetics

As technology never ceases its progress, mechanical elements are gradually being replaced by electronic devices. Cosmetic filling machines have not escaped this trend. A development which offers product fillers improved performance, comfort and user-friendliness.

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Capper for high work rates

Serac introduces « Metis », a new rotary filling-capping machine that combines high-quality weight filling with high work-rates for thick liquid cosmetics (shampoo, shower gel...)

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Awards for Dieter Bakic

At the trade show Luxe Pack de Monaco the 8th Prix Formes de Luxe in the category standard solutions was granted to DieterBakicEnterprises and its packaging for CORINE DE FARME, Sarbec Cosmetics. This year Dieter Bakic had already received two prestigious awards for his packaging for NIVEA BEAUTÉ and DECLÉOR.

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Gerresheimer's range for Nuremburg

An eye-catching range of high-quality glass packaging is presented by the Gerresheimer Group at this year’s Brau Beviale, which is being held from 15 to 17 November in the Nuremberg Exhibition Centre.

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Luxe Pack attracting decision makers

The 19th Luxe Pack Monaco exhibition, which closed on Friday 27 October, more than ever confirmed its capacity to bring together the key players of the luxury packaging industry. Indeed, all indicators are positive: rise in the number of exhibitors and visitors (notably from the Americas and Asia). The 2006 results confirm the power and pertinence of the Luxe Pack exhibition to build up business and develop brand strategies. The figures are also to be analysed in terms of quality: 63.8% of visitors are decision-makers (CEOs, Purchasing Managers, Marketing Managers, etc.) and therefore directly empowered to place orders.

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A perfect match

Colour matching is a shady business. The slightest difference between the colour on the label and the shade of the contents can result in unhappy customers and lost future business, which is why self-adhesive label printers take so much time and trouble to ‘get it just right.’

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Rexam pushing cosmetics

Rexam Dispensing Systems Division now assembles under one roof, caps and trims from its Cosmetic Closures Division and dispensing systems from its Dispensing Systems Division.

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Beyond the tube

Some products you buy because you need them – others because you simply must have them.

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To each his own pump

Progress faster, reduce costs, buy turnkey solutions yet remain different—these are suppliers’ demands, be they beauty banners or brands.

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Rexam goes biodegradeable

To support customers who have a commitment to environmental protection, Rexam today features three major lines of product innovation for its make-up packaging business: 1) the injection of corn-based resin 2) the injection of wood-based resin 3) the design and manufacture of refillable packagings

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Technology for lipstick

Rexam, who contributed to the previous Dior lipstick, is successfully helping to write a new page in this luxury brand's history with the new Rouge Dior. Rexam has indeed channeled the most advanced technology into producing the lipstick's finishing and manufacturing processes and has helped to create a lipstick that is the worthy heir to the great classic Rouge Collection which it is now replacing.

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Seidel producing for Boss

Seidel develops and produces design components and packaging systems -predominantly out of aluminium–for the cosmetics industry. Furthermore clients of the writing utensil-, automotive and pharmaceutical industry also belong to our portfolio.

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The versatility of glass

At Luxe Pack 2006 in Monaco (24 to 27 October), the Gerresheimer Group impressively demonstrates that glass is an extraordinarily versatile material for cosmetics design and can display widely varying characteristics.

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New trend for cosmetics

It is called OpalNuance and promises to set strong new trends in the cosmetics packaging market.

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Mum relaunched

The oldest deodorant brand in the world is looking to the future: following a fundamental revamp MUM presents itself not only with a redeveloped formula but also in a thoroughly refreshing manner with an innovative glass design.

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Airless technology from Germany

For more than 20 years MEGA has been a leader in Airless Technology. From our state of the art facilities in Germany and US we have developed a superior offering of German engineered airless dispensers used in oral care, consumer health care, skin and body care, as well as cosmetic applications.

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EBM highlights differentiation

Eastman Chemical Company and its four partners on the «Bb» project unveil an exciting evolution in luxury packaging for the cosmetics and personal care markets with a new, sensory-stimulating concept illustrated from the world of babies but designed for adults.

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Wilden expands cosmetics business

The Wilden Group further extends its product portfolio in the Cosmetics business area. Following the successful establishment of the airless System Wilden Prestige™ on the market, Wilden now introduces the new airless system Wilden Premium. With a more fashionable shape and smaller dosing quantities, it is primarily designed for skin care and make-up product groups.

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Decoding the Art of Luxury

The Luxe Pack Monaco fair is the annual meeting point for brand decision-makers in collaboration with the top experts in the sector and is increasingly considered as the priority platform for information and trends on the market, or rather the different markets.

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KKT chooses PP

Kaller Kunststoff Technik GmbH (KKT), a specialist in the production of plastic bottles for the food, beverage, cosmetic and paint industry, has selected a biaxially oriented polypropylene (PP) grade from Borealis to manufacture injection stretch blow moulded (ISBM) bottles for water-based paint. The choice of this material gives KKT a competitive edge in this specialised market traditionally dominated by extrusion blow moulded high density polyethylene (HDPE)-based bottles. Lower production costs, improved aesthetics and better impact resistance are among the advantages provided by Borealis’ PP ISBM grade RF926MO.

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AVT enters new market

Advanced Vision Technology (AVT), a leader in web-fed presses print inspection, has announced its strategic entrance into the sheet-fed printing market. With an installed base of over 1300 systems in the web-fed packaging market and a 60% market share in Europe and America, AVT has also achieved dominance in the label printing market it entered only two years ago. Sheet-fed print applications are the natural next step.

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No worries for Pfeiffer

Less than half a year after its launch at Luxe Pack Monaco 2005, Cremosa, the latest Gel- and Lotion-Pump design from Pfeiffer*, is now used in its lotion version for German brand Sans Soucis.

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Pfeiffer seeking to meet the customer

Pfeiffer conceives and manufactures pumps for the cosmetics market. Although its main goal is to meet the demands of professionals in the sector, Pfeiffer keeps the end-users in mind, because they are the ones that use the packaging every day, therefore they need to be happy with the design, the function and the handling. In order to better understand their needs, the company conducted a consumer study at the end of 2005.

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