Control Group, a US-based provider of printed packaging solutions, has installed a new Nilpeter press to boost its label and flexible packaging production capacity. The company invested in Nilpeter’s 22-inch FA-6* press, which will ...
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Paper bag manufacturer AB Group Packaging has introduced a heavyweight paper bag at the Packaging Innovations 2017 event held earlier this month in Birmingham, UK. Certified by Programme for the Endorsement of Forest certification (PEFC), ...
In response to increased material costs for aluminum substrates, copper foil, plastic and paper boxes for product transportation, China-based LED lamp and light bulb/tube makers will hike quotes by 5-15% and 8-15% respectively, according to ...
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As LED market penetration rate continues to increase, global LED market growth has slowed down in recent years. In China, domestic LED chip manufacturers have exceeded a dominant 70% market share. In addition, global companies have ...
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UK-based Reflex Labels has ordered five EF multi-substrate flexo presses from MPS for production of label and packaging. As part of the order, MPS will supply presses including one 8-colour/430mm press, two 9-colour/520mm presses and two ...
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Packaging and paper producer Mondi is set to invest in its Mondi Simet plant near Pozna, Poland to strengthen its heavy duty corrugated capabilities in Europe. The investment will see installation of a 2.8m corrugator with three single ...
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Graphic Packaging International, Inc., announced the appointment of Spencer Maurer as senior vice president, Supply Chain In this expanded role he is accountable for the global supply network, overall quality processes and Lean and Six ...
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Private equity firm Kohlberg & Company has agreed to acquire Pexco, a North American specialty plastics manufacturer, from Odyssey Investment Partners. Upon completion of the deal closes, Pexco will merge with Kolhberg portfolio company ...
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Cenveo has reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended 31 December 2016. The reported results for all periods presented exclude the operating results of the Company's packaging operating segment and its top-sheet ...
US-based Danimer Scientific has agreed to develop biodegradable film resins to help PepsiCo’s global food and beverage business meet the sustainable flexible packaging requirements. As part of the deal, Danimer will develop the film ...
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Taiwan-based Polystar has exhibited its two recycling machines at Plastivision India 2017 event. The company showcased Repro-One one-step recycling machine, and Repro Air compact and air-cooling film recycling machine at the event. The ...
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Give and Go Prepared Foods has closed its acquisition of the muffin business of United Baking and its subsidiaries Uncle Wally’s and Vision Enterprises. Based in Shirley, New York, Uncle Wally’s is a leading pure-play ...
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Confectionery giant Mondelēz International has launched a new wholesome savory biscuit brand, dubbed Véa. Designed to drive growth in the savory cracker segment, Véa is a key pillar of our goal to be the global leader ...
Cascades Sonoco, a joint venture of recycled fibre packaging company Cascades and Sonoco, is planning to invest approximately $16m at its facility in Birmingham, Alabama, US to support development of new product line. The investment at ...
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CCL Industries, a world leader in specialty label and packaging solutions for global corporations, government institutions, small businesses and consumers, reported record fourth quarter and annual financial results for 2016. Sales for ...
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