Plastics make an impact at Packaging Innovations 10th anniversary
The BIG Plastics Debate returned focusing on plastic alternatives and the environmental impact they present, with expert discussions about the path to a zero-carbon future. Read more
Features
Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. awarded top honours in the 2019 Packaging Innovation Awards by Dow
The highest honour, the Diamond Award, went to Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd., Packaging Division’s DNP Functional Film Complex PET plastic bottle. Read more
ENGEL
ENGEL to launch new option for premium version of its e-flomo electronic temperature control water manifold system at K
ENGEL is offering a new option for the premium version of its e-flomo electronic temperature control water manifold system. Read more
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Burger King ditches plastic free toys
The fast food chain will no longer give away plastic toys with children's meals, amid pressure to reduce plastic waste. Read more
CORADIN
KRAIBURG TPE supplies CORADIN with compound for innovative cosmetics dispenser
The flexible dosing element made of TPE by KRAIBURG TPE, which is integrated into the base of the patented ECODIS allows comfortable and clean application of care products. Read more
New report suggests European polymer demand has a subdued forecast expected to 2023
According to AMI Consulting’s latest report, Polymer Demand in Europe 2019, European polymer demand is set to grow by 1.5%/year to 2023. Read more
Colloids expands specialty Signal Warning Orange (RAL 2003) masterbatch range
Signal Warning Orange is now the regulation colour specified by OEMs for HV cable and connector applications in a battery-electric vehicle, hybrid and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle. Read more
AIMPLAS to present innovations in sustainable development at K Fair
The AIMPLAS booth will display the centre’s innovations in the circular economy, active and smart packaging, sustainable mobility, medicine and CO2 capture, among others. Read more
IHS Markit K-Fair 2019 briefing to discuss EU Regulations for plastic waste, circularity and sustainability
IHS Markit briefing to address EU plastics bans, plastic de-selection and industry challenges for plastic waste, recycling and sustainability. Read more
ALBIS supplies sustainable plastics for Dr. BOY´s Live-Show at K 2019
ALBIS is compounding CELLIDOR, a plastic based on cellulose from sustainable, natural sources of raw materials, for the design trays. Read more
QMRE’s first UK container-sized plastic waste-to-fuel plant proves huge success at RWM
Biofabrik have selected QMRE as their exclusive distributor in the UK and Eire. Read more
Spike in MEG and PE prices in Asia following drone attacks
Spot prices of monoethylene glycol (MEG) and polyethylene (PE) have spiked in Asia, following news of the drone attacks on oil facilities in Saudi Arabia over the weekend. These two commodities are the two main chemical exports of the region. Read more
Motan-colortronic to present new Simple Solutions series at K 2019
The series is for standard virgin and regrind material applications. Read more
KraussMaffei appoints AutoRIM as distributor for EcoStar and RimStar products in UK & Ireland
The company says the move is to expand and develop relationships within the insulation and standalone machine sectors. Read more
