On 5 June, the European Commission published a Commission Notice providing further clarity about the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation in practice. We take a closer look at the document to understand its requirements in detail, including the current status of PFAS restrictions, the…
In this Innovation Spotlight, Dow outlines how its extrusion coating portfolio aims to support recyclability requirements and regulatory readiness, and how its collaboration with RDM Group demonstrates how lightweight polymer coatings can extend the use of fibre-based packaging into applications…
Düsseldorf’s giant K show is the world’s biggest plastics event, and its three-yearly cycle serves as a snapshot of how the industry is shifting. Tim Sykes visited K 2019 to pick out some key packaging trends and takeaways.
Tim Sykes caught up with Tony Kingsbury, director of sustainability EMEA, Dow Packaging & Specialist Plastics, at K 2019 to discuss how Dow defines the environmental challenges facing packaging, and where it can insert itself to make a difference.
Thanks to the joint development with machine manufacturer BOBST, extrusion converter Hosokawa Alpine and packaging producer ELBA, Dow will present a selection of polyethylene-based(PE) pouches
Jointly with the industry, Dow has enhanced its polymer solutions for meat and cheese packaging for efficient packaging production, consumer experience and food preservation, helping to further reduce food waste.
Dow introduces a new optical finishing for polyethylene (PE)-based packaging which it says can support brand owners and converters in addressing recyclability targets.
Dow expands its portfolio of solvent-based adhesives with the new ADCOTE™ L76-500 high-solids adhesive, which the company says can open new opportunities beyond traditional metal-to-film lamination.
Dow will showcase a comprehensive suite of products and capabilities at K 2019 that it says can help brand owners and converters to address recyclability targets with flexible polyethylene (PE) packaging.
Dow has today announced the results of the 2019 Packaging Innovation Awards. Tim Sykes, who was privileged to participate in the competition’s jury for a second consecutive year, reports on the winners.
Sustainability and the move to replace non-recyclable high barrier multi-material packaging structures with recyclable mono-material alternatives is a driving force in the plastics industry.
DuPont Transportation & Advanced Polymers, a global business unit of the DowDuPont Specialty Products Division, is launching its new DOW CORNING™ AMB-12235 masterbatch for polyethylene (PE) blown film.
