Tag Archives: package
Windows 10 Creators Update: Big Changes in a Small Package
UPS wants UAVs to cover its ‘last mile’ deliveries
Drone-based deliveries are quickly moving out of the realm of science fiction. Amazon, 7-11 and a host of startups are already toying with the idea. Now, UPS, one of the biggest parcel delivery services on the planet, is testing a system that will dr...
$1 million Super Bowl LI Package Lets You Bring 20 Friends
USPS made an ornament that displays package tracking updates
Shipping presents to loved ones during the busy holiday months can be a stressful endeavor, but the US Postal Service is testing something new this year that puts a seasonal spin on the task. Officially called "The Most Wonderful Ornament," the Chris...
Weather could keep delivery drones on the ground
A key threat to delivery drones isn't regulation, it's weather. DHL cancelled a demonstration of its package-toting UAV this week due to snow and a drop in temperatures. The shipping company was originally scheduled to show off a drone that can drop...
A Promising Twist on Packaging
If you’ve ever shipped a package, you know that there’s plenty of unused space in cardboard boxes. These empty pockets must be filled with cushioning which results in material waste. The Air Package, however, is a reusable package system that consists of a flexible packaging casing in a recycling loop. It’s available in various sizes and adapts to the contents, leading to a reduction in volume. This is also beneficial for carriers who will have more storage space in means of transportation. Best of all, the Air Package avoids unnecessary waste through the use of air as padding!
Designer: Julia Hunold (Oberndörfer)