Fine Cut Blog Archive for 2010_04_01_archive.asp
Drinkers should look at printed labels to spot counterfeit alcohol
Drinkers this Christmas are being warned to keep an eye out for dodgy alcohol after police in Surrey discovered hauls of potentially lethal counterfeit alcohol.
Precision engraving on Royal engagement coin comes under fire
A special commemorative coin was issued today to mark the engagement of Prince William and Kate Middleton but the precision engraving of the couple's faces has come under fire because critics say there isn't much of a resemblance to either partner.
Groundbreaking music player will launch next year
A new technology is about to hit merchandise stands at concerts across the country which will allow the user to play music from a badge that they can clip onto their clothing.
Products from cloned animals 'don't need warning labels'
Milk and meat from the offspring of cloned animals may soon appear on supermarket shelves without warning labels, informing customers of their origin.
Food labelling debate continues despite new deal
The food labelling debate looks set to continue after the European Parliament criticised proposals from MEPs labelling them a "sloppy deal."
Manufacturers should make dates on product labels less confusing
The majority of people do not understand what the dates on product labels really mean, reports The Guardian.
Tinned tuna is often mislabelled
Research conducted by Greenpeace has found that the labels found on canned tuna, are often inaccurate.
Supermarket wine labels confuse the average drinker
Millions of drinkers are confused by the printed labels on bottles of wine in their local supermarkets.
UK cancer charity welcomes new cigarette warning labels
A UK cancer charity is welcoming plans by US regulators to put bigger warning labels on cigarette packets, in a bid to reduce the number of smoking related illnesses.
Spirit producers pledge to promote responsible drinking
Europe's spirits producers have pledged to step up their efforts to demonstrate their commitment to the promotion of responsible drinking.
Supermarkets urged to label products that aren't GM
Britain's supermarkets are being urged to follow in the footsteps of their French counterparts, by labelling products that isn't genetically modified.
Homeopathic products condemed by the RPS
Homeopathic products are 'clearly not' medicines and should have warning labels stating that there is 'no scientific evidence for homeopathy,' the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has said.
iPad engraving popular for Christmas
Those contemplating buying an iPad for their loved one this Christmas can make it a gift they will never forget by getting it engraved.
Food eco labels not robust enough to be meaningful
Product labels found on food, drink, electrical products and furniture state the items environmentally friendly credentials but are often confused or misleading, a new study has found.
Tesco launches barcode scanner for online shoppers
Supermarket giant Tesco has launched a barcode scanning tool for its Groceries iPhone app, which will allow customer's to add items to their online home delivery order.
Sticky labels on fruit to be replaced by laser etchings
Sticky labels on fruit could become a thing of the past, thanks to a hi-tech laser which can be used to "tattoo" the price and sell by date on fruit and veg.
'Low carbon' labels embraced
Just as shoppers get used to seeing fair trade, organic and rain forest product labels, they will have to get used to another logo revealing the item's carbon footprint.
Sainsbury's avoids court case by voluntarily reducing packaging
Sainsbury's has avoided a court case that would set a precedent to force other supermarkets to reduce their packing, including product labels, after making significant voluntary reductions in the amount of packaging they use.
M&S to use recycled bottles for clothes labels
Marks and Spencer is to transform two million old plastic bottle a year, turning them into clothes labels.
Government backs EU's 'Beyond A' label plans
The UK government has said it will work with businesses to ensure consumers understand the new "beyond A" energy labels, after backing the EU's plans.
Warning labels on foods with colours linked to hyperactivity
Warning labels must be included on food and drink if they contain certain food colourings which are known to be linked with behavioural problems.
Ethical shoppers confused by printed labels
Shoppers who are actively trying to buy sustainable and ethically sourced products are struggling to find what they want because they are overwhelmed by the variety of environmental labels in use.
Asda rebrands 'unloved' food range
Supermarket giant Asda is relaunching its own brand mid priced food line.
Reading food labels can help beat obesity
Reading the printed labels on food products is key for those wanting to battle obesity, one expert has claimed.
UK manufacturers upbeat about next month's orders
The UK manufacturing industry is upbeat about demand during September, according to the CBI's monthly Industrial Trends Survey.
Shoppers will buy more ethically sound groceries
Food and drink products with industrial labels which display their ethical credentials are going to become more popular with consumers.
People banned from donating produce to charity because of new labelling regulation changes
Amateur gardeners in Carlisle have been banned from donating produce to a hospice, which was selling the goods in its charity shops.
Poor printed labels are one of the reasons why gardeners don't buy roses
Only one in three gardeners have bought a rose in recent years, and people say that poor printed labels are one of the reasons why.
Which? calls for clearer product labels for food
The consumer advocacy group, Which? has called for food brands to make sure that their product labels are as clear as possible.
Labels confuse consumers, say watchdog
The common words used by manufacturers on product labels are confusing consumers, watchdog Which? says.
Tesco's label highlights healthy products
Supermarket giant Tesco is introducing new labels to 700 healthy products among its own brand food ranges.
Labelling campaign launched by cheddar lovers
A new campaign encouraging cheddar-loving Britons to check the printed labels found on blocks of cheese, has been launched.
Kate Moss to launch own jam, complete with custom labels
Kate Moss is rumoured to be building an empire with seven-year-old daughter Lila Grace as she bids to take over the world of jam.
Defra calls for transparent product labels
The food industry must improve the labelling found on meat and dairy products about food's country of origin, the government has said.
Girl Guides launch campaign for custom labels to warn of airbrushed images
The Girl Guides are the latest group to publicly call for some pictures of models to carry custom labels if they have been airbrushed.
Whisky brand promotes products using barcode labels
Glasgow-based Whisky brand White and Mackay has launched a range of innovative point of sale material for its liqueur range Glayva.
Food Standards Agency's responsibilites shared
Decisions about the labelling found on packaging will be split between the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) and the Department of Health, after the government decided the Food Standards Agency (FSA) should primarily focus on food safety.
Sell by date to become clearer on food labels
'Sell by' and 'best before' dates are to be removed from thousands of products, in a move to reduce waste.
Smirnoff reveals new packaging
Smirnoff Vodka's new packaging look has been unveiled by consumer goods company, Diageo.
Labels most important when choosing wine
Labels are what really count when it comes to choosing a bottle of wine, new research discussed in The Drum has shown.
Scottish consumers given food label guide
Consumers in Scotland have been given a booklet explaining the country of origin labels found on food.
New logo introduced to pre-packaged organic food product labels in the EU
Product labels for pre-packaged organic food made in the European Union will be required to carry a new logo following the implementation of new rules for food labels, reports Packaging News.
iPhone 4 and apps are propelling m-commerce into mainstream
Microsoft have updated their Bing app for the iPhone so that users can scan barcode labels and get an accurate search result, according to Device.
MEPs reject colour coded warning labels on food
Food labelling received a serious blow, after MEPs rejected plans to put colour coded warning labels on food.
Innocent introduces custom labels for Recycling Week 2010
Innocent has announced that it will support the upcoming Recycle Week this June with a set of custom labels for its range of Smoothie products.
EU calls for clear food labelling
The European Parliament (EP) is considering proposals to regulate food labelling across its member states.
Spice firm introduces recipe booklet to its product labels
Bart Spices, stockists of dried herbs and spices to Sainsbury's and Waitrose, have announced that it will use an innovative new format in its product labels to deliver new information to its customers.
New Tesco app lets customers scan barcodes to search for stock
Tesco has updated its iPhone app so that users can scan barcodes which check stock levels at the nearest store, according to Internet Retailing.
Fish product labels 'unsustainable' says Which? report
British consumers are concerned about the world's rapidly disappearing fish stocks but find it hard to buy sustainably sourced seafood because of confusing product labels, a consumer watchdog has claimed.
Tesco moves alcohol units to front of product labels
UK supermarket giant Tesco announced last week that it would be moving alcohol unit information from the back of product labels to the front to "help consumers make responsible decisions about drinking."
Consumers want tougher health warnings on alcohol labels
Over half of adults want tougher warning labels to be printed on alcoholic drinks, according to the Retail Bulletin.
20% of IPEX delegates will invest in packaging and product labels
A fifth of the 20,500 pre-registered visitors who are coming to the Birmingham NEC for international print show IPEX are on the lookout for investments in packaging printing such as product labels.
Mobile barcode rail tickets to be developed
Ticketing technology is set to be revolutionised with the announcement that TheTrainLine.com has enlisted the help of barcode experts Masabi, to create an innovative mobile ticket service.
David Beckham teams up with seafood brand
Famous footballer and hero to millions of children, David Beckham is set to lend his face to Young's product labels, in a bid to encourage more people to eat healthily.
Whisky brand relaunched with the power of rock
Historic whisky brand Glen Rossie have revamped their bottles and labels after hiring Status Quo's Francis Rossi for inspiration.
Nameplates for veterans and soldiers
Lives which have been lost in the war in Afghanistan and Iraq are being remembered with nameplates and precision engraving which loved ones are investing in, in memory of their friends and family who have fought.
Experts warn of ambiguity surrounding allergy warning labels
Supermarkets and manufacturers of food products have been warned that their 'over cautious' approach to allergy warning labels is creating ambiguity around the real dangers to certain consumers.
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