Marks & Spencer (M&S) has become the first UK retailer to switch its garlic baguettes to paper packaging, removing 5.5 million units of plastic annually. The shift applies to all single and twin garlic baguettes, which are now available in Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) approved paper packaging that can be easily recycled at home. …
Mauser Packaging Solutions expands operations in South Africa with plastic drum business acquisition
Mauser Packaging Solutions, a leading global industrial packaging producer, has expanded its presence in South Africa with the acquisition of a plastic drum manufacturing business in Pinetown, Kwa-Zulu Natal. Previously owned by Nampak Products Ltd and later by Eliptotime PTY Ltd, the business was officially transferred to Mauser on August 1, 2024. This …
ProAmpac introduces curbside recyclable packaging for tissue products
ProAmpac has unveiled its new fiber-based ProActive Recyclable RP-1050 packaging, designed to replace traditional plastic film overwraps with a curbside recyclable option. Initially launched in North America, the product has proven successful and is now also available in Europe with local manufacturing capabilities. The RP-1050 is aimed at providing a sustainable alternative to …
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DS Smith and Versuni collaborate on sustainable packaging for Philips Baristina coffee machine
DS Smith has announced a partnership with Versuni to develop a new, eco-friendly packaging solution for the Philips Baristina coffee machine. This fibre-based packaging is fully recyclable and eliminates the use of plastic bags, marking a significant shift towards sustainable materials. The packaging features corrugated buffers with an anti-scratch coating, designed to minimize …
HYBRID Software unveils PACKZ 10 with new features
HYBRID Software has released PACKZ 10, the latest version of its PDF editing software tailored for label and packaging printing. This new edition of the all-in-one prepress application integrates several advanced features aimed at boosting automation and productivity. PACKZ 10 introduces enhanced connectivity with EngView’s CAD software, providing significant improvements for users in …
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HYBRID Software and Hamillroad collaborate to integrate Bellissima DMS into CLOUDFLOW
HYBRID Software has announced a new partnership with Hamillroad to integrate Bellissima DMS screening technology into its CLOUDFLOW enterprise production workflow. This integration aims to meet the increasing demand from Hamillroad’s customer base for CLOUDFLOW support and combines two advanced technologies to benefit flexographic trade shops and converters. CLOUDFLOW is a customizable solution …
New UV-curing Ink series MetalCure® U30 launched for coated metal substrates
The new MetalCure® U30 UV-curing ink series by Zeller + Gmelin is designed for use with coated metal substrates in sheet-fed offset printing. Developed over 20 years, this latest iteration aims to offer significant improvements over its predecessor, UVALUX® U3. The MetalCure® U30 series provides high-quality prints with rich colors, thanks to its …
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Henkel expands major plant in India to boost local adhesive production
Henkel Adhesives Technologies India Private Limited has completed Phase III of its manufacturing facility in Kurkumbh, near Pune. The expanded site, which began operations in 2020, is designed to meet the increasing demand for adhesives, sealants, and surface treatment products in the Indian market. The new Loctite plant, named after Henkel’s established brand, …
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Label Industry Global Awards 2024: Key winners announced
Ferdinand Rüesch IV of Gallus Ferd. Rüesch AG and Paul Teachout of Harper Corporation of America have been named the recipients of the label industry’s most prestigious awards at the 2024 Label Industry Global Awards. Ferdinand Rüesch IV, Senior Vice President, Global Key Accounts, Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG, and Gallus Ferd. Rüesch AG, has …
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Hybrid Software partners with Diageo for AI-driven personalized bottle experience
Hybrid Software, a global provider of prepress, workflow, and 3D solutions for label and packaging printing, has announced its participation in ‘Project Halo,’ an initiative led by Diageo, a major player in the beverage alcohol industry. The project, set to debut in August at Johnnie Walker Princes Street in Edinburgh, Scotland, offers visitors …
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