At last recyclable cartons??

Is this the challenge to the problems with recycling polycoated carton packaging? If so, then it could see further inroads to the canning market... Cascades is proud to announce the launch of Respak, the ecological answer to the environmental challenge of polycoated packaging products. Designed primarily for the food and food services industries, Respak is recyclable and compostable, without compromising on the performance and durability characteristic of traditional polycoated packaging. A reduced ecological footprint Well known for its resistance, polycoated cardboard is widely used around the world. Unfortunately, it is not recyclable. ...http://www.cascades.com/en/

After his performance with the German rock band Rammstein at the world’s largest rock festival „Wacken Open Air“,comes this heavy heavy metal promo bev can from Ball Europe... the „Heino Black Energy Drink“ in the 33cl Sleek cans with a specifically designed skull logo. Find out more here http://www.ball-europe.com/businesscards/de/965.html

Amusing marketing possibilities..

Not sure what fashionistas would think, but this Spam cap is certain to attract comments!

HANDS-FREE LIGHTED CAMOUFLAGE CAP WITH SPAM® CLASSIC EMBROIDERED IN YELLOW ON FRONT. 3 LED LIGHTS: LOW BEAM FOR CLOSE TASKS, HIGH BEAM FOR LONG DISTANCES AND POWER BEAM FOR NEAR AND FAR. There even is a Spam website for this and other Spam related items...the wonderful world of marketing! Very amusing website here:http://www.spam.com/

Recycling idea that faces slow take up

This may be a good idea on paper, but these roadside beverage can recycling crushers were not attracting any users in Spain...and this one cut my hand as I tried to test out the design!

Using beer cans in landmark Houston house

Interesting to see Depression era home made from flattened beer cans...let's home the recovery stays on target and we won't see a return to such desperation...http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2013/jul/29/depression-era-beer-can-house-houston-becomes-hist/

Risks of amateur home canning..

This article highlights what can go awfully wrong when trying home canning....Read on

True or False?

Tip of the Week: If you drop a can of soda or it gets shaken, to prevent it from exploding when you pop the top, use your thumb and middle finger to rub up and down the side of the can as you rotate it for about 20 seconds. Pop the top and enjoy. First seen in the Windsor Star...can this really work? Answers to info@canworld.net