EUROPE Uteco’s flexible packaging press will become the first to enter the market using Kodak’s Ultrastream inkjet technology. The flexible press with Kodak’s latest continuous inkjet technology, Sapphire Evo W with a print width of 1.25 meters has been sold into the market in advance of its expected debut at Drupa 2020 in Dusseldorf, Germany …
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Sparking up the joy of UAE’s 48th National Day, KitKat just unveiled a limited edition artistically inspired chocolate assortment box in partnership with Emirati illustrator Mariam Abbas. The packaging design encourages sharing and bringing people together during this precious day of the year. National Day is all about union and harmony. Following late ruler Sheikh …
Borealis and Ecoplast celebrated the successful conclusion of a strategic investment at their plastics recycling location in Wildon, Styria/Austria. The company opened a new and highly advanced plastics recycling plant in Austria. In August 2018 Borealis acquired Ecoplast Kunststoff recycling GmbH in addition to MTM Plastics and MTM Compact, one of the largest European producers …
Vikram Fotedar spoke to Daniel Bossel, global product manager, Bosch Packaging Technology at Fachpack about the new PME 4001 ZAP vertical FFS that uses coated paper roll stock which can be recycled into paper streams Vikram Fotedar (VF): Before we get into the first in the Bosch PME 4001 ZAP form-fill-seal machine, tell us more …
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Bobst announced the launch of the BOBST VISION CI flexo press designed to deliver the most efficient performance for all production lengths on a wide range of substrates. Fast to set up and change over, it features technical innovations and automation that ensure repeatable process consistency, minimum waste and easy manufacturing. The announcement comes during …
Metsä Board, part of Metsä Group, is introducing a new plastic-free eco-barrier paperboard that can be recycled in paper or paperboard waste streams according to local recycling schemes. According to Metsä Board, consumers and brands around the world are looking for more sustainable alternatives to plastic packaging, with easy recyclability being key and the new …
MPS has announced that it has surpassed the number of press orders received on show, the successful introduction of the ‘Beyond the Machine’ concept showcasing four key processes that extend beyond the printing press, and debut of a wider EF Symjet hybrid press that drew crowds during live demonstrations. In this year’s show, MPS chose …
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Nestlé́ has announced the closing of the sale of Nestlé́ Skin Health to a consortium led by EQT and Luxinva, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) for a value of CHF 10.2 billion. This follows the completion of customary regulatory approvals and closing conditions. Galderma (“the Company”), rebranded from Nestlé́ …
Share, a start-up in Berlin has become the first beverage producer in Germany to sell its water in PET bottles made of 100% recyclate. The company with expertise from the Bottles & Shapes consultancy program has been supported by the KHS group to help design and develop the bottle in a very short time. Share …
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Packaging manufacturer, Coveris, has taken delivery of a new Novacut 106 E and secured Bobst a further two machine orders on the back of the die-cutter’s success at its Wisbech site. Alongside Novacut 106 E, Coveris has signed a deal to install Expertcut 106 LER and Visionfold 110 A 2 at 73,500 sqft site. The …
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