In time for spring, Heineken USA introduced an 8.5-ounce slim can format. Twelve-packs of these new slim cans began rolling out at retail outlets across the country this month.

As Disney’s “Toy Story 3” movie portrays, children’s interests in toys change as they grow up. Similarly, as the beverage can industry matures, its interest in packaging sizes changes. These changes have a domino effect on the equipment that fills and seams these cans.

Roaring Lion expanded its line of energy drinks with the launch of its Zero flavor in a 12-ounce slim can.

All-natural green tea brand Xingtea released its 14 flavors in smaller, 12-ounce cans from Ball Corp.

Nutrié launched its Fuel premium protein shake in 12-ounce Rexam Sleek cans.

Evian Natural Spring Water, a brand of Danone, released its latest water bottle collaboration with designer Elie Saab. Narragansett Beer reintroduced its 1975 can, made famous in the “Jaws” movie during the scene in which Captain Sam Quint, played by Robert Shaw, crushes a can of Narragansett Lager to intimidate Richard Dreyfuss’ character, Hooper.

Narragansett Beer reintroduced its 1975 can, made famous in the “Jaws” movie during the scene in which Captain Sam Quint, played by Robert Shaw, crushes a can of Narragansett Lager to intimidate Richard Dreyfuss’ character, Hooper.

Xyience Xenergy, the official drink of the UFC, launched a limited-edition collector can featuring UFC women’s bantamweight champion and Xyience team athlete Ronda Rousey.

Admix introduced Rotosolver II, an energy-saving high-shear mixer. This next-generation equipment is designed to offer a 30 percent reduction in energy consumption and a 10 percent improvement on dispersion when compared with the original model, the company says.

Dry Soda Co. expanded its line of all-natural sodas from 12-ounce glass bottles into 12-ounce Rexam Sleek cans for a more portable and durable option, it says.