By Ben Daniel: Bobst and its partners have announced a milestone in their pioneering work to replace non-recyclable high barrier multi-material packaging structures with mono-material alternatives designed for recycling. The launch of a new generation of Bobst “hero samples” represents a significant achievement in the mission to deliver state-of-the-art solutions utilising a new generation of …
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Algerian dairy producer Tchin Lait continues to prioritise the environmental impact of its products and filling lines, its focus is to reduce impact across its entire value chain, starting with its filling lines. By utilising SIG’s water-saving technology, Tchin Lait could reduce water pressure, saving up to 3,950sq m per year. “When we decided …
Eckes-Granini is making its packaging portfolio even more environmentally friendly with the help of KHS Group. Since the middle of May its one-litre Hohes C juice bottle has consisted entirely of rPET. Eckes-Granini has been using 25% rPET in its Hohes C PET bottles since 2018, and KHS’s Bottles & Shapes experts in Hamburg were responsible …
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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 …
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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 …
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A young company in Nigeria with plans for growth has opted for Dortmund-based systems supplier KHS for its new PET line. Nigeria is projected to have the world’s third largest population by 2050, yet already its supply of drinking water is inadequate, Nigerians are continuing to have to resort to buying water in bottles – …
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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 …
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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 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 …
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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 …
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