AFFINITY polyolefin elastomer improves the performance, sustainability of plastic pallets
AFFINITY polyolefin elastomer improves the performance, sustainability of plastic pallets
New exclusive GEW distributor appointed for mainland France
With effect from 4th May 2021, GEW UV curing systems will be represented across France by DigitalEtiq.
Konica Minolta announces partnership with Focus Label Machinery Ltd to provide its AccurioLabel 230 digital label press within mainland UK
EcoFloat shrink sleeve material has achieved the recognition of the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR). This is important to us because this confirms that we have created a state-of-the-art shrink film material that can be used as a decoration for food and beverage packaging and supports the recycling of the packaging. It has been recognized in Europe by EPBP and now in the USA by APR.
Tetra Pak has announced the introduction of certified recycled polymers, becoming the first company in the food and beverage packaging industry to be awarded the Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB) Advanced Products certification. Its carton packages integrating attributed[1] recycled polymers are now available for food and beverage manufacturers.
Tetra Pak today announces it is ready to deploy its portfolio of tethered cap solutions. The portfolio brings numerous benefits to food and beverage manufacturers and consumers, as the company builds on its vision of the most sustainable food package. These benefits include minimising litter, as the cap will stay attached to the package. The carbon footprint can also be reduced because the company’s tethered caps are planned to become available as a plant-based option, therefore increasing the renewable content of the package.
Leader in integrated prepress software and hardware solutions, Esko, has partnered with multinational manufacturer of confectionery, pet food and other food products, Mars, Incorporated (‘Mars’), to implement its web-based packaging management solution, WebCenter. Working together, the two companies have reimagined the Mars artwork management process across its international supplier network.
We proudly present the Winner 2021 in category “Business Performance”: Flash Graphics Pty. Ltd.
Three inks, two MEK-free alternatives and one universal silver ink, plus a newly designed bracket for quick and safe printhead repositioning, help manufacturers maximise uptime, performance and quality.
New Digital Finishing Equipment to be installed in Washington and Arkansas locations
As the climate crisis continues to evolve and governments around the world are paying more attention to sustainability initiatives and regulations, packaging will come under increased scrutiny for its role in adding to CO2 emissions, landfills and plastics pollution. Addressing this requires new thinking and a mindset of sustainability. Those are two of the founding principles of V-Shapes as the company continues to improve its single-dose sachet packaging machines.