Siegwerk develops fully recyclable mono-PE bag for dry pet food

  Siegwerk, a leading global provider of printing inks and coatings for packaging applications and labels, has announced the successful development of a fully recyclable mono-PE bag for dry pet food using its CIRKIT functional coatings. Collaborating with printing machine manufacturer Windmöller & Hölscher and bag making and machine producer B&B, the company has produced …

Siegwerk and Borouge collaborate to develop Fully Recyclable Mono-Material Solutions

  Siegwerk and Borouge have joined forces to co-develop 100% recyclable mono-material solutions, aiming to advance packaging design for a circular economy. This partnership seeks to replace multi-material packaging with advanced mono-material structures, offering the same performance while being easier to recycle.   “The switch to mono-material packaging is an essential lever to ease the …

Suntory Beverage & Food adopts Asahi Kasei’s AWP™ plates for labels

  Suntory Beverage & Food Ltd. has chosen Asahi Kasei’s AWP™ water-washable flexographic plates for printing labels on their 550 ml PET bottles in Japan. This marks the first use of AWP™ plates in the Japanese beverage industry and is expected to reduce CO2 emissions by approximately 30% compared to the previous process.   Asahi …

Sidel unveils innovative aseptic packaging solutions at Djazagro 2024

  Sidel is set to showcase its cutting-edge expertise in aseptic packaging solutions at Djazagro 2024, held at Djazagro B0333, Hall 3. The event, attracting professionals from various sectors including processing, filling, and packaging, is scheduled from April 22 to 25, 2025, at the SAFEX Exhibition Park in Algiers.   Among the highlights is Sidel’s …

Bühler and Premier Tech unveil innovative automatic bagging station

  Swiss technology giant Bühler, in collaboration with Canadian packaging equipment leader Premier Tech, has unveiled the CHRONOS OMP-2090 B, a fully automatic bagging station. Engineered to handle a diverse array of powdery and non-free-flowing products, this cutting-edge system promises enhanced productivity and safety features.   “The performance and reliability of the fully automatic bagging …

Saudi Print & Pack 2024: Sidel unveils innovative aseptic solutions

  From May 6th to 9th, 2024, the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Centre will host the Saudi Print & Pack event, where Sidel, a leading provider of packaging solutions, is set to unveil its groundbreaking aseptic technologies, showcasing its regional packaging expertise.   Highlighted at stand 3-3316 in Hall 3, Sidel will present its …

Valley Water enhances production capacity with new PET plant in partnership with SMI

  Valley Water, a company operating in the Wadi El Natrun area, has recently invested in a state-of-the-art PET bottling plant to enhance its production capacity for 0.6 L and 1.5 L PET bottles. Partnering with SMI, a leading provider of bottling and packaging solutions, Valley Water aims to meet the high demand for its …

Ishida expands African presence with NPS acquisition

  Ishida Europe has expanded its presence in Africa through the acquisition of National Packaging Systems (NPS), a specialist South African packaging equipment manufacturer based in Pinetown near Durban. Established in 1983, NPS is known for its high-performance vertical form, fill, and seal machines for various packaging types, as well as volumetric fillers, auger fillers, …

Krones AG successfully completes acquisition of NETSTAL Maschinen AG

  NETSTAL Maschinen AG has been officially acquired by Krones AG, marking the completion of the sale process that began with the signing of the purchase agreement on February 6, 2024. As of March 28, 2024, NETSTAL, along with all its employees, sales, and service units, is now part of Krones AG.   The acquisition …

Amcor, Stonyfield Organic, and Cheer Pack launch first all-PE spouted pouch

  Amcor, a global leader in packaging solutions, has partnered with Stonyfield Organic and Cheer Pack to launch the first all-polyethylene (PE) spouted pouch. This innovative collaboration aims to offer a more sustainable packaging option without compromising performance.   The new pouch replaces Stonyfield Organic’s previous multi-laminate structure with a more responsible design for its …