Highly flexible packaging solutions for fast-changing markets OPTIMA at Pack Expo 2019

The Multipack Bagger is multi-talented. Optima’s machine concept can handle a wide variety of products, from pet food and paper hygiene products to pre-packaged, multi-layer snack foods. At Pack Expo, Optima Packaging Group will be presenting highly flexible packaging solutions for food, beverages, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical, chemical and medical products. The company is particularly skilled …

Stora Enso invests in producing bio-based carbon materials for energy storage

LCD display powered by rechargeable lithium ion cell Stora Enso is investing EUR 10 million to build a pilot facility for producing bio-based carbon materials based on lignin. Wood-based carbon can be utilised as a crucial component in batteries typically used in consumer electronics, the automotive industry and large-scale energy storage systems. The pilot plant …

Ensuring fish quality

WorldPressOnline First Call – The design of the Sæplast DXS335 1,000 litres PUR container has been enhanced to become a more compact and streamlined functional container which improves handling. The reusable cold chain material handling container has been specifically designed for the seafood industry and is manufactured using a 100% food grade polyethylene double wall …

INSULATION IS BEST

“Proof of the continuing superiority of double walled large containers over their single skin alternatives for food storage applications has been underlined by recent research carried out by the University of Iceland in conjunction with RPC Sæplast.”

Cooperation agreement ensures efficiency

The objective of the deal with RPC Superfos (injection moulding and thermoforming), RPC Bebo (thermoforming) and RPC Kambo (injection moulding and blow moulding) is to deliver increased efficiency, stability and superior packaging product development for an optimal end-user experience.

Single use directive fails to acknowledge potential of biodegradable plastics

Photo of compostable bio-waste bag (certified according to EN13432) for separate collection of bio-waste (c) European Bioplastics, 2018 WorldPressOnline – Berlin, December 2018 – The European institutions have reached an agreement on a directive to curb the use of a number of single-use plastic products in the EU, which aims to prevent and reduce marine …

RITRAMA presents EDEN the revolutionary environment-friendly paper

Ritrama SpA, the Italian multinational leader in the sector with 20 offices on five continents, presents EDEN, the revolutionary natural paper specifically for the labelling of wine, spirits and beer. What makes EDEN particularly innovative is its “environment-friendly” composition: it is composed of up to 50% dried grass fibers and the remainder of pure virgin …

The high-end tube made of 100% recycled plastic

Post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic makes a lot of sense. It uses raw materials made of plastic waste, reducing landfill and pollution of our streets and oceans. It uses less energy to produce, even considering collection, recycling and remanufacture. And when it takes the shape of a Quadpack tube, its performance is second to none.

ROVEMA’S Fastest twin – BVC 145 TWINTUBE – With up to 500 bags per minute, without compromises

ROVEMA present their new BVC 145 TwinTube machine, another sophisticated solution for the packaging of confectionery and snacks within the smallest of spaces. ROVEMA present their new BVC 145 TwinTube machine, another sophisticated solution for the packaging of confectionery and snacks within the smallest of spaces. Up to 500 perfect pillow bags per minute with …

Greiner Packaging honored at the WorldStar Packaging Awards 2019 for its innovative lid solution

Greiner Packaging’s winning streak continues: The plastic experts have won yet another prize after a series of awards this autumn in Germany, the Czech Republic, Turkey and Austria. At the WorldStar Packaging Awards they have now been honored with the title of “WorldStar Winner 2019”.

KeyKeg, UniKeg made from re-used plastic

KeyKeg & UniKeg are the only kegs that, from the start, are designed with circularity in mind.  KeyKeg started to re-use plastics to create their griprings and base cups; made of 100% Post Consumer Recyclate.  Today, KeyKegs are collected with the aim to create new KeyKegs made of 81% re-used materials before the question of …