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The article showcases innovative packaging solutions for cheese by SEALPAC at Anuga FoodTec 2024, featuring case studies from artisan Swiss and Portuguese cheese manufacturers. Topics include high-tech traysealers and thermoformers improving efficiency, sustainability via material-saving technologies, and enhancing product presentation and market competitiveness in the dairy industry.

The article evaluates the GenesysOne robot system from Remium Robotics used for in logistics and internal operations.

The article discusses how the combination of natural starch and plasticizer types can provide a potential sustainable alternative for flexible plastic packaging. Topics include origin and structure of the raw material starch, preliminary studies on the plasticizing effect of potato start modifications, and production of thermoplastic starch compounds and films.

The article presents a summary of the highlights of interpack 2023, the world's largest trade fair. Topics include the presentation of an aseptic rotary filler concept by Trepco, development of a universal adhesive by HKS for its Nature Multipack (NMP) that can be used on almost all top coats of both aluminum and tin cans, and creation of a calculation tool for the carbon dioxide footprint of packaging by KHS, together with German ifu institute.

The article discusses the growing importance of the circular economy in the chemical industry, particularly in relation to plastic recycling. Plastic recycling represents a significant economic opportunity, with rising consumer demand and regulations driving the need for advanced recycling and improved end-of-life management. However, maintaining this momentum will depend on brands' ability to keep sustainability commitments amidst global inflation and uncertain consumer demand. The article also highlights the barriers to scaling up recycling, such as limited capacity and the need for advancements in technology and partnerships. Additionally, it emphasizes the need for investment in both advanced recycling and end-of-life management to address the global waste leakage challenge. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses how Dutch cheese supplier Vergeer collaborates with adapa to innovate their Gouda packaging. Topics discussed include the development of a reclosable top film that maintains freshness, reducing material usage to enhance sustainability, and ensuring seamless integration of new packaging on existing machinery.

The article focuses on a global company specializing in sustainable solutions, Stora Enso Oyj's development and commercialization of polyethylene furanoate (PEF), a bio-based plastic produced using the company's FuraCore technology. It highlights the potential of PEF to replace conventional plastics like polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and aluminum in various applications.

The article focuses on Nova Chemicals receiving Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for using recycled LLDPE (rLLDPE) from its Indiana facility in food contact applications, expanding its offerings of food-compliant recycled polyethylene.

The article reports that from September 27 to 29 , 2022 the European packaging industry meet at FACHPACK, a trade fair for packaging, technology and processes. Topics include examines several exhibitors are expected at the Exhibition Centre Nuremberg and they will present innovative products, machines and solutions.

The article discusses mechanical engineering company Grunwald is showcasing two rotary-type cup fillers at their booth, emphasizing their state-of-the-art technology and flexibility, catering to the dairy industry's demands for quick adaptation to market requirements. The machines offer high-speed filling capabilities for various dairy products, meeting stringent hygiene standards and demonstrating Grunwald's commitment to meeting customer needs efficiently and effectively.

Sidel will be showcasing their agile packing and palletising equipment for primary and secondary packaging at FachPack 2024. The equipment includes solutions for bottles, containers, jars, tins, pots, cans, flexible packaging, and cartons. One of their featured products is the RoboAccess_Pal S, a compact palletising unit that combines robotics and cobotics to deliver improved agility and operability. The RoboAccess_Pal S offers faster speeds, high case payloads, and a fast return on investment. Sidel's comprehensive portfolio of packaging concepts and engineering solutions aims to increase production efficiency and provide opportunities for growth. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the launch of NY-Clear 6I/6T series, a transparent amorphous high-temperature nylon copolymer by Nylon Corp. of America (NYCOA) at NPE2024, catering to packaging and precision molded applications, particularly for flexible food packaging and coated beverage paperboard stock.

The article highlights Carbios' composting additive for polylactide bioplastics being added to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Inventory of Food Contact Substances, enabling the creation of fully compostable packaging materials in the U.S.

The article highlights the opening of Myplas USA's plastic film recycling facility in Minnesota, part of a collaborative effort to establish a regional circular economy for flexible films and packaging materials in the Upper Midwest. Led by Minnesota's MBOLD coalition, the initiative is supported by major investors, including General Mills, Schwan's Company, Charter Next Generation, Target, and Ecolab, with the facility expected to recycle nearly 90 million pounds of plastic waste annually.

The article focuses on Viridis Chemical Co.'s successful scaling of a biobased ethyl acetate production process, highlighting its simplified technology and downstream momentum. Viridis' ethyl acetate, recognized for its sustainability benefits, is expected to gain quick adoption in various end markets, supported by favorable market conditions and feedstock positions.

The article focuses on Sway, a developer of bio-based materials for packaging, announcing its receipt of a Small Business Innovation and Research (SBIR) grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF).

This document provides information on various exhibitors at the 3P Plas Print Pack Pakistan 2023 event. The exhibitors include companies such as Trade Polymerz, K-Group of Companies, Bulleh Shah Packaging, Kamil Packaging, Roshan Packages Limited, Saigal Packages Industries, Master Plastic Pack Limited, Fazleesons, Super Pack Industries, Transworld Multipurpose Industries, Pakpet, Printech Packages, Speciality Printers, Macpac Films Ltd, DIC Color and Comfort, and Unique Sales Corporation. These companies specialize in different aspects of the packaging industry, including chemical and petrochemical products, packaging machinery, corrugated packaging, flexible packaging, printing and converting, and various types of packaging materials. [Extracted from the article]

The article presents the discussion on Amcor's new research unveiling the consumer attitudes and expectations changing towards hard cheese packaging across Europe. Topics include packaging influence purchasing decisions and the preferences are for hard cheese packaging; and consumers wanting to assess the product's appearance, size, and freshness before making any purchasing decisions.

The article presents the discussion on materials used in the packaging sector. Topics include planned obsolescence showing the shortening of the useful life of a product by the manufacturer to increase consumption; and Mengibar, one of the Hub's founding companies developing a circular buy-back program to increase the usability of machinery.

The article presents the discussion on slow development in the world's dairy production. Topics include producers being hesitant to make new investments since the abundance of milk in powder form keeps overall profitability margins low; and investing in innovative dairy product packaging solutions as a result of the intense rivalry in key markets.

The article's focus is the acquisition of Spectrum Plastics by DuPont, which will increase its market presence in the medical product manufacturing industry, and this transaction will strengthen DuPont's capabilities in the biopharmaceutical, pharmaceutical processing, and medical device making.

The article reports that in space-saving product inspection breakthrough, Fortress Technology has custom-engineered a unique twin aperture metal detector and dual lane Raptor checkweigher for one of the world's premium dairy companies, helping to halve waste. Topics include examines receiving shredded cheese pouches directly from a dual head bagger, the bold design unlocks substantial space and cost savings for the busy dairy plant.

The article evaluates the hexene-based Exceed S series linear low density polyethylene (LLDPE) film resins from ExxonMobil.

The article informs the CJ Biomaterials, a Massachusetts-based company, plans to overcome these hurdles through capacity expansion and partnerships by developing amorphous polyhydroxyalkanoate (aPHA), a PHA variant that offers improved performance and biodegradability compared to the dominant crystalline or semicrystalline PHA.

The article offers review on Repro-Flex recycling system from Polystar Machinery.

The article presents list of several custom manufacturing associated with chemical companies including Blue Line Corp.; American Custom Drying Co.; and the Norquay Technology Inc.

The article discusses that packaging company, Krehalon has been offering circular economy (CE) materials for shrink wrapping. It mentions that how Krehalon has expanded its portfolio to include solutions for alternative products. It discusses the aims of the company to create a complete circular economy for flexible packaging in Europe by 2025.

The article talks about sustainability being a major factor affecting the production of polymer catalysts. Topics covered include the increase in the number of customers looking for greener, cleaner polymer catalyst solutions, the multiple benefits to customers being offered by green catalysts from Grace, and the economic benefits of the sustainable catalyst products.

The article explores The popularity of plant-based alternatives is skyrocketing, and the global plant-based beverage market is estimated to be worth US$ 22.8 billion in 2027, according to Vision Research Reports. But as the category balloons, the competition is stiffening. Choosing the right packaging has proved to be an essential part of the formula for success with plant-based products.

The article offers information about the discrepancies associated with the size and value of the global contact center outsourcing market. It mentions that contact center outsourcing market as on an upward trajectory and will only continue to grow as companies look to cut costs amid the economic climate.

The article reports that SABIC, a chemical manufacturing Company is collaborating with Kraft Heinz, Berry Global, and Tesco and aimed to increase the recycling of flexible food plastic packaging.