COIM introduces a new compostable food packaging adhesive

Specialty chemicals company, C.O.I.M. S.p.A. has introduced a new solvent-based compostable food packaging adhesive. The new Novacote® NE 810 S + CE 510 is a result of COIM’s investment in research and development. The aim was to provide a flexible, compostable food packaging solution. This innovative product is in line with the need to provide …

Sidel’s StarLITE™ HPC base said to increase container stability by up to 25%

Long-established packaging solution provider Sidel Group has launched a brand new base for flat PET containers, which the company claims not only increases stability but is also more environmentally friendly. The oval StarLITE™ HPC base is compliant with recycled PET (rPET) up to 100% and is said to increase container stability by up to 25%, while also …

Sidel’s StarLITE™ HPC base said to increase container stability by up to 25%

Long-established packaging solution provider Sidel Group has launched a brand new base for flat PET containers, which the company claims not only increases stability but is also more environmentally friendly. The oval StarLITE™ HPC base is compliant with recycled PET (rPET) up to 100% and is said to increase container stability by up to 25%, while also …

Brewing success in Nigeria expansion

By Elisa Conselvan Nigerian Breweries has commissioned a 5.1bn-naira (AED19million) automated PET bottling line in Ijebu-Ode plant.   Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun commissioned the line, with a capacity to produce 24,000 bottles per hour to world-class safety and quality standards.   Nigerian Breweries MD/CEO Jordi Borrut Bel said the line will ultimately become …

Sacmi’s new unit brings core businesses under one roof

Sacmi Rigid Packaging Technologies has brought all its solutions under one roof with its new Business Unit.   In doing so, the company aims to enhance its numerous market-leading technological plus-points and keep pace with the industry’s accelerating focus on sustainabil­ity, versatility and performance.   Business Unit General manager Vezio Bernardi said: “Sacmi has always …

Oman Refreshment Company and Sidel launch three new formats

Oman Refreshment Company (ORC) has launched three new formats for PET bottles in order to meet changes in consumer demand. Sidel, its trusted OEM, completed the line conversion within a reduced lead time. These formats are now operating with improved rated speed to satisfy consumer demand in Oman. Established in 1974 and currently employing more …

Paper not film: KHS launches ecofriendly can packaging

KHS Group has added a further environmentally friendly system to its portfolio. With its tried-and- tested Innopack Kisters tray packers, the systems supplier now enables cans of food and beverage to be wrapped in paper.   The new technology provides an alternative to shrink film or wraparound cartons. Regarding stability the results are the same …

Multivac launches new series of direct web printers

Multivac has launched a new series of Baseline direct web printers for thermoforming packaging machines in the lower and medium output range.   The main features of these cost-effective entry-level models in the Baseline DP 110/130 series are space-saving design, optimum hygiene characteristics and a high level of flexibility.   In addition to the proven …