Bob Jackson of Jackson Machinery brings a half-century of industry experience to the table, whether he's refurbishing old blow molding machines or developing new technologies. He discusses his long career and what’s next for his company.

The Coca-Cola Co. will debut a 13.2-ounce bottle in the U.S. that is made from 100 percent recycled PET, with the exception of the label and cap, for some of its “trademark brands,” including Coke, Diet Coke and Coke Zero.

The blow molder added new ISBM machines from an undisclosed OEM that can manufacture PET containers ranging from a 1-gallon jug to a 25-gallon drum.

Demand for bottles for hand sanitizer, disinfectant wipes and household cleaners, as well as for a variety of beverages, has heated up blow molding equipment sales.

Berry M&H has launched a new 50-milliliter PET Spirit Bottle to respond to the increase in online alcohol sales. The lightweight bottle can be personalized to brand requirements and can contain varying levels of post-consumer content.

Dave Calderone uses his more than 50 years’ experience working in plastics processing to provide blow molders with training seminars, technical consulting services and management.

Beverage packaging has evolved at a rapid pace in recent years, driven by new technology, increased competition and consumer preferences. Then the pandemic accelerated change. Wassim F. Labban of Husky looks at beverage packaging trends for 2021.