XSYS has announced a new version of its ThermoFlexX Woodpecker surface microstructure technology that enables higher imaging speeds of flat top dot flexographic plates for standard white inks. Woodpecker Nevis has the potential to save on costly white ink while providing more contrast and improved colours in flexible packaging printing. It is the latest …
SIG launches the world’s first aluminium-free full barrier Signature EVO packaging materials for aseptic carton packs
Nicola Wagstyl SUSTAINABILITY MANAGER MEA, SIG COMBIBLOC SIG launched the world’s first aluminium-free full barrier Signature EVO packaging materials for aseptic carton packs – Signature EVO at PRIME Awards 2022. This represents the evolution of aseptic cartons with no aluminium layer. The highlight of the presentation was how the new structure can be a solution …
Borouge partnered with Corys Packaging in developing and accomplishing an innovative MDOPE pouch
Kamal Sharma APPLICATION MARKETING MANAGER, BOROUGE Borouge pasrtnered with Corys Packag ing in developing and accomplishing this MDO-PE pouch. Having made its new fully sustainable flexible MDO-PE structure a reality and closing the loop along with its partners, Borouge, Corys Packaging presented a fully recyclable PE laminate, formulated with Borouge performance Anteo and Borstar enhanced …
Excitement and opportunities await those entering the industry
As one of the leading women in packaging, Sara Alexander of Bobst is keen to see more women – and especially more young people – embrace the sector as a career choice Packaging MEA (PMEA): Please introduce yourself. Sara Alexander (SA): I have worked in the packaging industry for more than 20 years, currently as …
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Tetra Pak signs MoU with Union Paper Mills
Tetra Pak signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Union Paper Mills (UPM), the UAE’s leading paper recycler, at Gulfood Manufacturing 2022, with the objective to increase the overall collection and recycling of used beverage cartons (UBC). Within the terms of this MOU, Tetra Pak will support UPM with UBC recycling capabilities including the …
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Dow receive RecyClass approval for mechanical recycling in Europe
Two Dow adhesive systems commonly used for a broad range of polyethylene (PE) film packaging applications have been approved as compatible for mechanical recycling following a rigorous scientific evaluation by the non-profit, cross-industry initiative RecyClass. The approval covers solvent-free MOR-FREE L 75-300/ CR88-300 and water-borne ROBOND L-350/ CR-3 lamination adhesives1, which will add an adhesive …
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Oerlemans Packaging to acquire Adriaan Dekker Paper
Oerlemans Packaging Group has announced to take over the activities of Papierindustrie Adriaan Dekker in oredr to expand its flexible packaging. The decision to initiate preparations for the takeover was officially ratified by Vincent Tol, managing director Adriaan Dekker and Joan Hanegraaf, CEO of Oerlemans Packaging Group on 7 November. The intention is to move …
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Hotpack unveils its largest manufacturing plant in National Industries Park
Hotpack Global, the UAE-based global leader in food packaging products, has launched its largest manufacturing plant in National Industries Park (NIP), Dubai. The company announced that it has invested an estimated AED 250 million into the facility. The new plant marks a significant step in Hotpack’s vision to emerge as the premier global food packaging …
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Hotpack acquires Comexi’s flexographic printing press
Hotpack Global, UAE’s global food packaging company, expanded its market share in the flexible packaging sector by acquiring a Comexi F2 MB flexographic printing press, and a Comexi SL2 Evolution laminator with Synaptic Closed Loop. Hotpack to further strengthen its commitment with the advanced technological solutions from Comexi, a specialist in solutions for the …
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Henkel and Siegwerk collaborate to develop oxygen barrier coating
Henkel and Siegwerk have announced to co-develop an oxygen barrier coating for more recyclable food packaging. The new solution provides outstanding performance and also enables mono-material flexible packaging that is easier to recycle, opening up exciting potential to accelerate the transition to a circular economy. The companies are preparing to launch the solution …
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