All Efficiencies articles – Page 18
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ArticleOxea presents new solvent for more efficient printing
Propyls from Oxea, n‑propanol, n-propyl acetate or mixtures thereof, are a direct 1:1 substitute for conventional ethanol and ethyl acetate blends (Ethyls).
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ArticleAgr International launches measurement system for plastic containers
Agr International has unveiled its latest development, the Gawis 4D™, a new laboratory test system that is designed to provide a new level of design, process and quality management for plastic containers and preforms.
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ArticleThe benefits and challenges of digitalized data in the supply chain
There is a long list of reasons why supply chains can become unsustainable. But, according to Stuart Gannon, Delta Global’s Commercial Director, digitalized data is set to to transform the industry in a big way.
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ArticleAgr International Inc. introduces new in-the-blowmolder inspection system for PET containers
Agr International recently introduced its latest in-the-blowmolder vision inspection system, Pilot Vision+.
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ArticleILLIG at K 2019: Productivity, Decoration, Design4Recycling
ILLIG Maschinenbau showcased several technological world premieres and numerous sustainable packaging solutions at K 2019 in Düsseldorf. 'Circular Thinking by ILLIG – The safe choice!' was the motto of its trade fair presentation.
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ArticleComexi introduces new solutions for flexible packaging
Comexi had launched for the first time ever a central impression offset solution for flexible packaging back in 2012. After seven years of development, the new generation of offset CI8 press has introduced new solutions for colour matching.
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ArticleMaking the case for plastics packaging
It has been a challenging period for the plastics packaging industry with difficult market conditions and the ongoing 'war on plastics' having an effect.
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ArticlePlastics – the insider perspective
At the start of K 2019, Packaging Europe asks some major players in the plastics packaging industry a few pertinent questions about the big issues the industry faces today and finds out about their sustainability drive and innovations.
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ArticleK 2019: Coherent with new laser solutions for polymer processing
Laser manufacturer Coherent will present a range of sub-systems and systems that service a variety of plastics processing tasks, including welding, cutting, degating and marking.
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ArticleLabelexpo Europe 2019 review – what is driving the industry?
Packaging Europe journalist Rima Evans takes a look back at Labelexpo Europe 2019 in Brussels and discusses some of the highlights.
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ArticleGOEBEL IMS showcasing new slitting and winding machine at K 2019
At K 2019, GOEBEL IMS will be presenting its developments for the film manufacturing and converting industries, including a new slitting and winding machine.
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ArticleAmcor opens e-commerce laboratories in Europe and the US
Amcor has opened two e-commerce testing laboratories, one in Manchester, Michigan, US, and one in Ghent, Belgium. At both sites, the company’s packaging experts will test and certify packaging for customers from around the world.
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ArticleGerman Packaging Award 2019: Mondi wins prize for ‘DashV1Box'
Mondi Corrugated Packaging designers have been recognised at the German Packaging Award 2019, which was held on the first day of the FachPack trade fair in Nuremburg, Germany, receiving an award in the ‘Logistics & Material Flow’ category.
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ArticleIndustry 4.0: Are we there yet?
We have been talking about the many facets of Industry 4.0 for so long now that it no longer feels like something that is new or ‘up-and-coming’. But has its full potential truly been realised, and what comes next?
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ArticleA smart way to reduce food waste
According to research by the SAVE FOOD initiative, around one third of food produced for human consumption every year worldwide - approximately 1.3 billion tonnes - is wasted.
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ArticleFinalist interviews: Ardagh Group delves into its comprehensive sustainability strategy
The countdown is on for the live Sustainability Awards 2019 ceremony! We hear more from Ardagh Group about its comprehensive sustainability strategy
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ArticleDavis-Standard introduces DS-Blend feedscrew design for demanding applications
Davis-Standard has introduced the latest option in its award-winning feedscrew line, the DS-Blend, to improve the performance of a single screw extruder for demanding applications by providing distributive and dissipative melt mixing.
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ArticleFinalist interviews: Bobst cleans up inking technology
Matteo Cardinotti, managing director Bobst Firenze, discusses their revolutionary concept in inking technology, which has massive implications for ink waste reduction.
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ArticleFinalist interviews: CYPET discusses production of 120 litre PET drum
Today, we speak with ‘Resource efficiency’ finalist CYPET Technologies’ managing director Constantinos Sideris, and find out more about the company’s 120 litre drum made from PET material, using a special process.
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ArticleBrand owners: Be one step ahead with the BOBST Masterclass
On 6th November, BOBST will be holding its very own Packaging Masterclass at its headquarters near Lausanne, Switzerland, to help brand owners get up to speed on the latest technologies, processes and applications available for packaging.