Henkel unit in Germany eliminates all liner waste

UPM Raflatac’s RafCycle enables label lining to be recycled in books and magazines Germany Henkel’s Beauty Care business  unit, which markets brands such as Schwarzkopf,  has reduced its label liner waste to zero  in a unique partnership with UPM Raflatac. Henkel generated more than 400 tons of  siliconised glassine label liner waste at its  Wassertrüdingen …

L’Oreal named as one of the world’s most ethical firms

Ethisphere Institute singles the group out for the eighth time France L’Oreal has been recognised by the Ethisphere Institute, a specialist in defining and advancing ethical business practices, as a 2017 World’s Most Ethical Company. The group has been selected for the eighth time and is one of only two winners from the health and …

Almarai introduces Baladi premium laban in Saudi Arabia

High-quality labels distinguish the product, claimed to offer a smoother, creamier taste KSA Almarai has launched its new product Baladi Laban in the Saudi Arabian market, the product has been formulated to take the laban drinking experience into a more premium level. Made from 100% fresh cow’s milk, mixed with 5.1% fat and using selected …

MPS to launch groundbreaking connectivity technology

MPS Systems B.V., the Dutch-based printing press manufacturer, is set to launch an innovation aimed at promoting interaction between MPS printing presses and Management Information Systems (MIS). Labelled ‘talk to me’ – the new MPS connectivity technology allows for real-time data exchange and control at any given moment. The ‘talk to me’ concept is a …

Saima Packaging, Pakistan installs a BOBST RS 4003MP gravure press

Saima Packaging, a privately owned converter from Pakistan has recently installed a BOBST RS 4003MP at its flexible packaging production facility in Karachi, Pakistan. The eight color BOBST RS 4003MP features technical solutions for automation and reduced waste that enable it to be operated profitably with any mix of print job lengths, from short to …

Uflex develops Easy-Scoop-Lock-Tight pitcher bag for multinational food brands

Uflex Limited has recently engineered an Easy-Scoop-Lock-Tight Pitcher Bag that effortlessly dispenses controlled portions of the product packed inside. The four panel bag comes with a reinforced handle on the side gusset spelling tremendous ease of carrying. The Easy-Scoop-Lock-Tight Pitcher Bag is made of multi-layered laminate depending upon the barrier properties required by the product …

UPM Raflatac expands food labeling product range

UPM Raflatac expanded their food labeling product range, with two new peel and reseal film label materials and a corresponding adhesive. Peel-Rseal PP White FTC 60 and Peel-Rseal PP Clear FTC 50 with RC512 adhesive are ideal for applications where the packaging will be opened and closed multiple times. Open-close labels make packaging more user …