Dow Chemical has signed an agreement with Nordmeccanica, a provider of coating, laminating and metallizing machinery for flexible packaging and industrial applications, to advance the development of packaging technology. Under the terms ...
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First Solar Inc of Tempe, AZ, USA has again raised its world record for cadmium telluride (CdTe) photovoltaic (PV) research cell conversion efficiency, from 21.5% (reported in February 2015) to 22.1%, as certified at the Technology and ...
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LG Chem has announced that the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Minivan would be using its lithium-ion battery pack of 16 kWh and controls. Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery maker LG Chem announced it will supply the 16-kWh Li-ion battery pack ...
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Packaging solutions provider Multivac has unveiled plans to expand its manufacturing operations in Kansas City, Missouri, US. The company will invest around $6.9m to expand its US headquarters in Kansas City, which is expected to create ...
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General Motors is going to launch the European version of its Chevy Bolt in 2017 as Ampera-e. It is expected to be priced at $30,000. The announcement was made at the CAR Symposium in Bochum, Germany by General Motors CEO Mary Barra. ...
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Injection moulded packaging specialist RPC Superfos has developed a new injection moulded polypropylene pot for Orkla Foods Norway’s chocolate spread Nugatti. Available in new 350g pack along with the earlier version of 500g, the ...
Eric Lesbats, CEO of Synerlink, has announced the acquisition of Dairy Pack to expand its range of solutions and services in the fresh dairy market and beyond. "Dairy Pack's expertise in FFS technology, their fill-seal (FS) machine range ...
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Food packaging specialists Linpac and Graphic Packaging have jointly developed patisserie cartons that are suitable for packaging cakes, cream buns, gateaux and pastries. Through the partnership, Graphic Packaging has made carton board ...
Supermarket chain Sainsbury's has issued a recall of its wholemeal bread after metal pieces were found in loaves. The recall of 45p Wholemeal Bread Medium Sliced and Thick Sliced was made after its supplier made a complaint, reported ...
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As consumer demand for convenience foods and healthy meals on-the-go continues to rise, brand owners are increasing the ready-to-eat choice beyond the fresh and chilled food aisle. Simplot's Edgell Bean Salad range, including four ...
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Spectra Packaging have recently added a number of new packs to their large range of standards. With an already growing collection of ready-made designs, Spectra have added an extra 9 new bottles plus a brand new oval flip top closure. ...
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API, a manufacturer of foils, laminates and holographics, has stated that its foils are adding impact to the packaging and labels produced by Edale's narrow web label presses, due to use of Xaar Digital Print Bar System. The new ...
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The world's fastest two-seat, pure-electric sports car is to be delivered to a customer in China within weeks, the vehicle's builder revealed Friday. The lucky owner will be able to reach 100 km/h from idle in just 3.9 seconds and hit a ...
22 Dec 2015 New Zealand's Dow Design was asked to promote the quality of Anchor's Greek-style yoghurt and create a fresh new look for the brand. The design team wanted the yoghurt to jump out on-shelf, but didn't want to take away from ...
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Amcor was recognised in the 2016 WorldStar Awards for solutions which extend shelf life and reduce the environmental footprint of packaging. One of the winning entries was Dessiflex, a desiccant impregnated film used for medical and ...