New Trends in Beverage Packaging Systems: A Review

New trends in beverage packaging are focusing on the structure modification of packaging materials and the development of new active and/or intelligent systems, which can interact with the product or its environment, improving the conservation of beverages, such as wine, juice or beer, customer acceptability, and food security. In this paper, the main nutritional and organoleptic degradation processes of beverages, such as oxidative degradation or changes in the aromatic profiles, which influence their color and volatile composition are summarized. Finally, the description of the current situation of beverage packaging materials and new possible, emerging strategies to overcome some of the pending issues are discussed

IoT technologies for wine supply chain traceability: Potential application in the Southern Apulia Region (Italy)

The high value and volume of Italian wine production determines a strong stimulus for counterfeiting, which generates negative consequences for grape growers, winemakers and consumers. In this context, IoT technologies and the blockchain can serve as tools to ensure traceability, transparency and efficiency along the whole wine supply chain. Using primary data collected through interviews to the main grape growers and wineries involved in the wine supply chain in the Southern Apulia Region and secondary data, acquired from previous scientific literature, the study proposes a framework for the traceability and efficiency of the wine supply chain based on a combination of blockchain, Radio-Frequency Identification (RFID) and Near Field Communication (NFC) tags, Serial Shipping Container Codes (SSCC) and Quick Response (QR) codes. The developed framework allows for the systematic storage of information about commodities and processes throughout the supply chain, from grape growers to wine consumption and packaging disposal and/or reuse (forward and reverse flows). In addition, it ensures the transparency, safety, and security of all processes involved within the wine supply chain, serving as a quality information management tool. The information collected along the wine supply chain is entered into the management system by farmers, winemakers and bottlers and is accessible to all of them, while the distributors, consumers and the bottle reverse logistics operators, can only consult all of the information stored on the blockchain in order to know the origin, the quality, the processing and the authenticity of wines, without being able to enter data and/or modify the existent information

New Trends in Beverage Packaging Systems: A Review

New trends in beverage packaging are focusing on the structure modification of packaging materials and the development of new active and/or intelligent systems, which can interact with the product or its environment, improving the conservation of beverages, such as wine, juice or beer, customer acceptability, and food security. In this paper, the main nutritional and organoleptic degradation processes of beverages, such as oxidative degradation or changes in the aromatic profiles, which influence their color and volatile composition are summarized. Finally, the description of the current situation of beverage packaging materials and new possible, emerging strategies to overcome some of the pending issues are discussed

RFID Demystified: Part 3. Company Case Studies.

In the previous two parts of RFID Demystified we have discussed the technology, possible benefits and areas of application for with Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) systems. In this final part we review Company Case-Studies of those who have decided to apply the technology within their organisation. It will be seen that considerable benefits are being experienced within some organisations, pilot applications are increasing our learning and providing a foundation for the future success of projects in this area

Developing anti-counterfeiting measures: the role of smart packaging

Counterfeiting of food and beverage products is rife and premium brands are often targeted by fraudsters. Such is the case with Scotch whisky, a global, reputable brand revered for its heritage and tradition. Using Scotch whisky as a case study, the aim of this paper is to review existing literature and industry information to determine the market and personal consequences of counterfeiting activities and consider the packaging related anti-counterfeiting measures that can be employed within a wider anti-counterfeiting strategy. A typology of counterfeiting activities is developed including: tear- down counterfeiting, product overruns, malicious activities and document counterfeiting. Anti-counterfeiting measures are used to deter, detect and control counterfeiting activities and different packaging related approaches include the use of smart covert and overt technology. Most smart packaging-related anti-counterfeit technologies are stand-alone systems and this presents a vulnerability. An integrated anti-counterfeiting measures strategy, employed by business, the supply chain and the government is required to reduce the risk of the sale of counterfeit food and beverage products

Effective RFID-based object tracking for manufacturing

International audienceAbstract Automated Identification and in particular, Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) promises to assist with the automation of mass customised production processes by simplifying the retrieval, tracking and usage of highly specialised components. RFID has long been used to gather a history or trace of object movements, but its use as an integral part of the automated control process is yet to be fully exploited. Such (automated) use places stringent demands on the quality of the sensor data collected and the method used to interpret that data. In particular, this paper focuses on the issue of correctly identifying, tracking and dealing with aggregated objects in customised production with the use of RFID. In particular, this work presents approaches for making best use of RFID data in this context. The presented approach is evaluated in the context of a laboratory manufacturing system that produces customised gift boxes

Consumer attitudes, perceptions and motivations on innovative non-alcoholic drinks in Italy and Turkey

openL'obiettivo principale della tesi è stato quello di ideare una strategia di marketing per il posizionamento di una bevanda innovativa - succo d'uva frizzante biologico - in Italia ed in Turchia, basata sullo studio del packaging e del nome del brand. Per raggiungere questo obiettivo, la tesi è stata sviluppata in quattro studi indipendenti ma correlati tra di loro: (i) una panoramica generale del settore delle bevande in Turchia, (ii) il ruolo della morfologia della bottiglia nella percezione del consumatore; (ii) lo studio di marche, forme di bottiglia e di etichette appropriate per i mercati italiani e turchi; (iv) l'impatto di specifici imballaggi sul comportamento visivo dei consumatori e delle loro risposte emotive all’assaggio del prodotto. Il primo studio suggerisce che, il consumo occasionale di bevande alcoliche, il crescente interesse nei confronti di bevande sane sono le principali preoccupazioni dei consumatori, mentre le elevate imposte, le restrizioni e le leggi sulla vendita di prodotti alcolici rappresentano le problematiche attuali del settore, di conseguenza nuove bevande analcoliche potrebbero avere una possibilità nel mercato turco. I risultati complessivi delle seguenti tre studi sul packaging suggeriscono che le varie parti che compongono la morfologia di bottiglia non sono ugualmente rilevanti, e sia nella etichettatura e che nell'imballo di una bevanda, molta più attenzione dovrebbe essere data alla spalla della bottiglia che che rappresenta la parte centrale. Forme rotonde per bottiglia ed etichetta sono le più adatte per il succo d'uva spumantizzato biologico secondo sia per i consumatori italiani che per quelli turchi però diversi approcci di due popolazioni verso i nomi di marca deve essere considerata durante l'inserimento in questi mercati. Per quanto riguarda l’analisi delle espressioni emotive dei partecipanti, si rileva un impatto maggiore verso le caratteristiche sgradite del prodotto piuttosto che per quelle gradite.The main aim of the thesis was to help designing a marketing strategy to position an innovative drink – organic sparkling grape juice – in Italy and Turkey by focusing on packaging designs and branding. To achieve this goal, the thesis is constructed upon four independent but interrelated studies: (i) a general overview of the beverages sector in Turkey, (ii) the role of morphology in the bottle perception of the consumer; (iii) appropriate brand name, bottle and label shapes for Italian and Turkish markets; (iv) impact of packaging features on visual behaviour of consumers and their emotional responses to product tasting. The first study suggests that occasional alcoholic drinks consumption, increasing awareness about healthy drinks as the main concerns of consumers and high taxes and restrictions with laws on the sale of alcoholic products as current sector issues, innovative non-alcoholic drinks might have a chance in the Turkish market. Overall results of the following three packaging studies suggest that the different parts that make up the bottle morphology are not equally relevant, and in the labelling and packaging of a drink, much more attention should be given to the shoulder which represents the middle part. Round shaped bottle and label are more adapted for organic sparkling grape juice according to both Italian and Turkish consumers. However, different approaches of two populations towards brand names should be considered while entering into these markets. The bottle shape has a strong impact on capturing the attention of the consumer but its interaction with label shape and the product name is more significant. With reference to emotional expressions of the consumers, product disliking has more impact than liking. Considering these results of packaging studies, optimisation of the packaging features might allow to better capture the attention of the consumer as it is the overall first impression that a consumer has about a drink exposed on a shelf.SCIENZE AGRARIE, ALIMENTARI ED AMBIENTALIembargoed_20181001Ozturk, EmelOzturk, Eme