Alpla launches dialogue about the benefits of plastic
Event in Berlin on 9 October with guests from the worlds of politics, business and academia.
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Sumitomo Demag showcases Automation Expertise at Fakuma 2024
Using its own handling systems, Sumitomo (SHI) Demag Plastics Machinery GmbH, Schwaig, will be presenting versatile and efficiency-enhancing concepts for handling, packaging and demoulding robots at Fakuma 2024 (Hall B1, Stand B1-1105).
Stora Enso announces opening of Production Unit for Dry Molded Fiber
PulPac licensee, Stora Enso, announces the opening of a groundbreaking Dry Molded Fiber Production Unit in Skene, Sweden. The facility is the largest and most advanced of its kind, marking a significant milestone in sustainable packaging technology.
Coveris invests £5m in UK food-to-go packaging hub
Leading sustainable packaging manufacturer Coveris, has today announced a transformational investment project at its St Neots packaging facility in Cambridgeshire, enabling the site to increase capacity of its recyclable food-to-go packaging products.
Ampacet launches ProVital+ LaserMark portfolio for medical applications
Ampacet has introduced ProVital+ LaserMark, a portfolio of masterbatches designed for high-contrast laser marking using Nd:YAG on medical devices, in-vitro diagnostic equipment and packaging systems.
Exclusive Südpack event: spouted pouches
On September 18 and 19, Südpack, SN Maschinenbau, and Menshen welcomed customers and media representatives to Südpack’s Erolzheim site for an engaging live event.
FachPack 2024: Clear guide for a packaging sector intransition
“That was the kind of FachPack we know and love!” - That was the general consensus among exhibitors and visitors at FachPack 2024, which has just closed following a highly successful three-day event.
Formnext Expo & Convention 2024
While Germany’s own economic situation remains middling and plenty of global challenges persist, Formnext is poised to write the next chapter in its ongoing success story in 2024.
Arburg at Fakuma 2024
An electric Allrounder 630 A will get visitors thirsting for sustainable injection moulding solutions at Fakuma 2024.
Andritz to offer complete Dry Molded Fiber lines
International technology group Andritz and PulPac AB, the Swedish pioneer in Dry Molded Fiber technology, have entered into a strategic partnership to serve the alternative packaging market with their complementary expertise.
Coveris wins Green Packaging Star Award for closing the plastic loop
With its newest business division, ReCover, and an industry-leading recycling process, packaging manufacturer Coveris converts printed film into high-quality recyclate, closing the plastic loop.
Super-speed IntElect S blends energy savings with packaging productivity at Fakuma
This October, Sumitomo (SHI) Demag's packaging team will showcase how the move to an all-electric drive in the company's machine portfolio is supporting bulk packaging manufacturers in rapid production cycles.
German Packaging Award for innovative joint project
Nestlé Germany, Duo Plast and Der Grüne Punkt have jointly received a German Packaging Award in the category of logistics and material flow.
Carbios and Selenis announce strategic partnership to produce PETG
Carbios and Selenis have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) to cooperate in the production of PETG .
FachPack 2024: Class reunion for the European packaging industry
“Transition in Packaging” will be the key theme for FachPack at the Exhibition Centre Nuremberg from 24 to 26 September 2024.
Product news: rPET from the world’s coastal areas
The latest in Scanfill’s quality initiatives is a new product that meets high quality standards and contributes to cleaning up coastal areas.
Multipeel from Südpack
An ideal packaging concept for sliced cheese or cold meats is packaging with a reclose system
Südpack Medica’s French site expansion is on schedule
Work began at the new facility on September 19, 2023. Now, just one year after the groundbreaking ceremony, construction is in full swing.
PulPac and PA Consulting unveil dry molded fiber cap
PulPac, the innovator behind Dry Molded Fiber technology, and PA, the global innovation and transformation consultancy, are excited to announce the development of Dry Molded Fiber bottle caps now testing with the Bottle Collective.
Fairness First seal for Südpack
Südpack receives the Fairness First seal for responsible behavior and high transparency in communication with its employees, business partners, and customers.
Recyclability of polyamides extended in the 2024 minimum standard for packaging
The Zentrale Stelle Verpackungsregister(Central Agency Packaging Register - ZSVR) published the new minimum standard for recycling-friendly packaging.
Mitsubishi HC Capital America Collaborates with the Seismic Group and PulPac
Mitsubishi HC Capital America announces a strategic relationship with the Seismic Group, leader in sustainability, supply chains, logistics, and procurement and PulPac, the technology owner of packaging comprised of Dry Molded Fiber.
Appointment of new Managing Director at EuPC
The EuPC Board of Directors appoints Paolo Bochicchio as the new EuPC Managing Director as of 30 September 2024 to replace the current Managing Director Bernard Merkx who had been appointed for a transition period of 2 years.
Stadler and everwave join forces to deploy SortX
In a collaboration, everwave and Stadler Anlagenbau GmbH have pioneered the development and construction of SortX, a mobile sorting container designed specifically to combat plastic pollution in rivers.
Unlock new levels of performance with Sidel: FachPack 2024
This September, on stand Sidel will be highlighting its cutting-edge solutions helping manufacturers unlock new levels of performance from their production lines.
KM Packaging celebrates 40 years of innovation and excellence
KM Packaging is celebrating 40 years of delivering reliable, cutting-edge packaging across many varied sectors, including fresh produce, ambient, chilled and frozen convenience foods, confectionery, and snacks.
Südpack floatable top webs combine with mono-APET trays for a recyclable overall concept
Ahead of the FachPack 2024, film manufacturer Südpack unveiled its latest innovation: PET floatable lidding films.
Flying high and more: fascinating highlights at Fakuma 2024!
This year’s Fakuma will be reaching new heights in the literal sense of the word from 15 to 19 October 2024: For example, Career Friday participants can win one of two vouchers for a 60-minute zeppelin flight for two.
Coveris closes the loop with innovative highlights
At the upcoming FachPack 2024 exhibition, Coveris brings its No Waste vision to the next level by introducing an industry-leading range of sustainably designed films, laminates, fibre-based and premade packaging.
GEA presents new thermoforming packaging machine in the food sector
Under the motto RE: Think Packaging, GEA will present the latest machine and control technology for the food sector at the Fachpack in Nuremberg (Germany) from September 24 to 26 (Hall 7A/Stand 563).
South American beverage multi Postobón installs three KHS lines at once
Newly formed teams quickly discover that there are plenty of synergies to be explored. This also holds true for the partnership between South American beverage multi Postobón and KHS - which in a very short time indeed has yielded filling lines.
Alpla and zerooo create first reusable PET bottle for cosmetic products
zerooo is now producing reusable PET packaging for bathroom and kitchen: ALPLA and zerooo have developed a standardised solution for cosmetics and care products.
Fachpack 2024: Freudenberg will showcase sustainable innovations
Freudenberg Performance Materials (Freudenberg) will present packaging solutions with various sustainability benefits at Fachpack 2024 in Nuremberg, Germany, from September 24-26.
Borealis and E-Fuels leader infinium to turn carbon emissions into plastics
New Infinium eNaphtha to serve as sustainable feedstock alternative for plastics used to manufacture consumer goods.
Mondi at FachPack 2024
At this year's FachPack, Mondi will showcase sustainable packaging solutions developed through collaboration.
Minebea Intec presents new weighing and inspection solutions at FachPack 2024
Minebea Intec, a leading manufacturer of industrial weighing and inspection technologies, will be presenting its latest innovations at this year's FachPack from 24 to 26 September in Nuremberg.