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Record 21,700 Robots In UK Factories – IFR reports

The new World Robotics 2020 Industrial Robots report presented by the International Federation of Robotics (IFR) shows a record of about 21,700 industrial robots operating in factories of the United Kingdom – an increase of 5%. Sales of new robots slow with 2,000 units shipped in 2019. This is 16% less compared to 2018.

New project started in SID

Saxon Institute for the Printing Industry develops new standard for offset printing on folding boxboard
Since September 1, 2020, intensive research has been underway on a new project at the Saxon Institute for the Printing Industry in Leipzig. The project, which has just been launched, is intended to develop a standard for the offset printing process on folding boxboard.

Mandatory deposit on containers in Germany: no more exceptions

Coated PET bottles protect sensitive beverages and the environment

Shopping and nutrition after the lockdown: Less out-of-home consumption, increased price awareness

Göttingen research team examines the behavior and attitudes of consumers in Germany in the different phases of the corona pandemic

arburgGREENworld: A walk in the woods in the home of injection moulding

• Managing Director Gerhard Böhm in conversation: Arburg is actively shaping change towards greater sustainability

• Plas.tv exclusive: Fascinating insights into the circular economy and conservation of resources
• Potential of plastics: Filming in the region of Arburg’s central Lossburg site

Flexo market to reach $181 billion in 2025 due to increased demand in packaging print says Smithers data

The global value of flexographic printing will rise from $167.7 billion in 2020 to $181.1 billion in 2025, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.6% at constant prices, according to the latest exclusive research from Smithers.

Study proves it: Sustainability becomes an economic driver for companies

More and more companies see the development of sustainable solutions as both a challenge and an opportunity. This is confirmed by a survey conducted by Longitude, a company that is part of the Financial Times: 83 percent of the companies surveyed see sustainability as a business opportunity, 72 percent see sustainability as a lasting trend and 74 percent do not want their competitors to develop a lead in this area.

Pro Carton: How much do you really know about the environment?

Thousands of interested consumers are currently taking part in the new online quiz by Pro Carton - the European Association of the Cartonboard and Folding Carton Industry. They are asked to answer 10 questions to test their knowledge about the environment - questions about trees, packaging and recycling.

Mark Andy and Flexo Image Graphics Host Webinar Devoted to Innovative Narrow-Web Digital Solutions

The webinar targeted customers from India and other Asian countries,presenting technical aspects and advantages of Mark Andy's Digital Pro and Digital Series HD models.
Due to global restrictions caused by the pandemic, Mark Andy continues to organize remote presentations of its solutions for customers from around the world. On July, 24th the company co-organized (together with Flexo Image Graphics, its Indian sales partner) the webinar entitled “Digital Solutions from Mark Andy Offer”.

Creating synergies to meet demands for sustainable packaging

An interview with Hannu Kasurinen, who leads the new Packaging Materials division. The division was formed after combining the former Consumer Board division and Containerboard business in January 2020.

3 out of 10 consumers order food online during the Corona crisis

Number of online shoppers has doubled for food through Corona
Just under three quarters complain about the neglect of distance and hygiene rules on site