All Efficiencies articles – Page 2
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PodcastBuilding a deposit return system – spotlight on Austria
Deposit return schemes have gained traction across Europe, with several countries introducing or getting ready to introduce them. Austria is the latest country to introduce such a system. Elisabeth Skoda speaks to Monika Fiala, who is managing director at Recycling Pfand Österreich GmbH, the organisation in charge of implementing the deposit return system in Austria, discussing reasons behind the introduction, challenges to overcome, differences and similarities to systems in other countries, learnings from the scheme several months in, and more.
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ArticleNonwoven polymer materials serve as dessicant bags, coatings, and more
Freudenberg Performance Materials’ customizable fine denier spunbond nonwoven materials, available as bicomponent or mono-fibres, can be used to produce lightweight desiccant bags and coating substrates, among other applications.
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ArticleAmazon automates made-to-fit box, paper bag, and label processes in Europe
Intending to reduce its packaging waste, Amazon is deploying automated machinery across its European operations, including made-to-measure box and paper bag technology and a labelling device suitable for products shipped in their own packaging.
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Sponsored ContentBarberán makes the case for single-pass digital print with its HS6000 printer
In this edition of our ‘In Conversation With…’ series, Dennis Van Ijzerloo, export manager at Barberán, runs us through the evolution of digital print in the packaging space, the advantages it has over conventional printing technologies, and how packaging manufacturers could benefit from Barberán’s solutions, including its ...
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ArticleSidel fills and seals 40,000 small beverage cans hourly with compact machine
Sidel’s EvoFILL Can Compact filling solution claims to fill up to 40,000 cans of beer, carbonated soft drinks, and other premium beverages every hour, and to offer flexibility and space efficiency for the low-to-medium speed production market.
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ArticleHP’s digital printing press applied to short-run tissue and wrapping paper
JUNG has invested in HP’s Indigo 200K digital printing press, claiming to save on time and setup costs for short-run, customizable collections of its branded tissue paper and gift wrap for luxury applications.
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ArticleCanapa automates packing process for tubes and trays of pre-rolled cannabis
Canapa by Paxiom has unveiled JuanaPack, an end-of-line solution designed to quickly, precisely, and flexibly load tubes and pack trays of cannabis pre-rolls in a single, unified platform.
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ArticleNew Syntegon machine fills up to 400 ready-to-use syringes per minute
Syntegon has revealed a new filling machine for ready-to-use nested syringes, reportedly offering a safe output of up to 400 syringes per minute with 100% in-process control.
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ArticleA close up look at adhesive application innovation
Adhesive technologies are playing a pivotal role in driving sustainability and efficiency. Carlo Zucchi, Sales Director South Europe at Valco Melton, and Markus Bohnenkamp, Sales Director Northern Europe at Valco Melton share insights into new developments and innovations with Elisabeth Skoda.
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ArticleBespoke polypropylene boxes for transporting bees revealed by Twinplast
Twinplast is helping a leading honeybee supplier transport live pollinators in bespoke corrugated polypropylene shipping boxes, designed to protect the bees while minimizing weight and transport costs.
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ArticleTesco, Asda and Lidl among retailers adopting self-separating porridge pots
Greggs, Asda, Lidl, M&S, Tesco, Waitrose and Morrisons have implemented Greiner Packaging’s self-separating packaging solution – which is said to achieve a recyclability rate of up to 98% – into their own-brand instant porridge pots.
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ArticleBulk range from Power Adhesives designed for large-scale, low-waste sealing
A new bulk adhesive range from Power Adhesives seeks to unlock low-waste, large-scale and efficient sealing for packaging, among other industrial applications.
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ArticleRecyclable aluminium trays for ready-made foods to replace single-use plastics
i2r Packaging Solutions now offers six new recyclable aluminium trays for ‘ready to cook’ foods, intended to replace single-use plastics while enhancing visual appeal and functionality.
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ArticleCardboard pack design for fragile products licensed for European distribution
Akarton’s Hexpand solution, a protective cardboard packaging material intended to protect fragile goods in transit while unlocking easy recyclability, is now licensed for production and distribution in Europe.
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ArticleFibre-based drinks lid from Seda aspires for less plastic, water and CO2
Seda International has revealed its fibre-based EcoFit Lid for hot and cold beverages, set to save CO2, water, and 400 tons of plastic for every 100 million lids.
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ArticleVetter upgrades syringe closure system to improve locking, opening and grip
Vetter is developing a new version of its V-OVS syringe closure system for sterile injectables, set to offer tamper-evidence, size variety, a new locking mechanism, and updated gripping surfaces for improved opening and handling.
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ArticleSteel pallet from Schütz transports high-density IBCs and streamlines loading
Schütz has unveiled a reusable, three-skid steel pallet for Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs), designed to optimize the distribution of heavy loads in production centres and customer logistics.
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Article‘Self-repairing’ plastic from Bournemouth University to tackle plastic waste
Researchers at Bournemouth University claim to have developed a ‘self-repairing’ plastic that maintains most of its original strength after being damaged, which is hoped to help cut down on plastic waste.
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ArticleRe-Gen uses Polytag watermarks to track packaging among mixed waste recycling
Re-Gen is utilizing Polytag’s watermarking technology to accurately count individual items of packaging among the 250,000 tonnes of mixed household waste recycled at its Newry material recovery facility every year.
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ArticleTekniPlex to showcase lineup of PFAS-free dip tubes for fragrances
At Paris Packaging Week 2025, TekniPlex Consumer Products will display a range of food-grade, PFAS-free dip tubes for mid-to-high-end fragrance packaging, alongside liners made from expanded polyethylene and PE foam.