UK plastics industry to be badly hit by no-deal Brexit, finds BPF study
The survey found that 29 per cent of companies believed that the impact of no-deal would be ‘very’ negative Read more
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City of London Corporation to eradicate unnecessary plastic waste
The authority will bring in new staff procurement rules and work with contractors to roll out the policy across its supply chain, in a bid to reduce its environmental impact Read more
Starlinger releases new woven plastics fabric sack collection
Starlinger has also released the AS*STAR easy, ICSTAR liner, and AD*STAR *ultra, which open up diverse applications as well as new markets for Starlinger customers Read more
Atlas announces development of new test instrument
The new test instrument allows small-to midsized interior and exterior components to be weathering tested to Society of Automotive Engineers standards. Read more
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Hennecke launches new high-pressure elastomer casting machine
The company has developed new ELASTOLINE HP high-pressure metering machines for increased efficiency in elastomer casting. Read more
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CY Handee Rubber Mouldings installs Sesotec metal detector
The Sesotec GLS tunnel metal detector is installed in a conveyor belt and provides the highest sensitivity and maximum interface immunity Read more
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GOM announces ARAMIS Tech Day 2019
The free one-day event in 3D testing will present new trends in full-field displacement, deformation and surface strain measurements. Read more
Texon launches Texon Vulcan
Texon has developed a new material to deliver enhanced structural support in vulcanised shoes. Read more
Huhtamaki launches new compostable double wall cup
The cup utilises sustainable 100 per cent PEFC certified paperboard with a plant based coating on the inside Read more
IOM3 celebrates milestone anniversary with Gala and Premier Awards dinner
The dinner saw the presentations of the Institute’s Premier Awards for 2019, which acknowledged individuals and local societies for their achievements, published work, and contributions to the profession Read more
Verstraete IML wins two new awards
Verstraete IML expands its IMDA collection to 14 awards after four participations. Read more
First Graphene launches platform for growing international audience
The new website is an opportunity for visitors to develop a deeper understanding of the potential of graphene and its applications Read more
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Hubbub collaborates with Kiehl to launch fourth waste-cleaning boat made from recycled plastics
Kiehl’s’ involvement with the plan coincides with the UK launch of its in-store take-back scheme for packaging. Read more
Römheld Rivi to present new service network for Europe, the USA and Asia at K 2019
The company believes growth of quick-clamping technology particularly strong in the rubber industry. Read more
Yorkshire Packaging Systems to move headquarters
YPS has tripled in size in the last eight years, which has led to it outgrowing its Dewsbury premises, with the new site representing a 50 per cent increase in size Read more
Recyclability Evaluation Protocol for HDPE containers released
The Protocol is a useful tool for addressing and testing specific design features with regards to recyclability of HDPE rigid packaging, which will contribute to a correct recyclability assessment of the overall package Read more
