Siegwerk launches ink that also acts as oxygen barrier
Siegwerk has launched a new white printing ink that also provides an oxygen barrier – an innovation that aims to combine two layers into one.
W-Cycle, an Israeli food-tech startup, has developed SupraPulp, a plastic-free packaging material made of sugarcane waste that is fully compostable, safe, yet durable enough to be used for greasy, wet, or hot food.
Mondi is launching a recyclable, 80% paper-based packaging solution for cold meats and cheese in partnership with Austrian dairy producer SalzburgMilch.
Promethean Particles is collaborating with European partners to develop packaging and storage solutions in support of the preservation and conservation of vital historical artefacts and documents.
Stora Enso has announced its plans to build a pilot facility for the production of Cellufoam, a lightweight, fibre-based foam material for protective packaging and cushioning.
With the aim of meeting demand from food processors for quick and energy-efficient meat and vegetable produce packing, ULMA Packaging UK says that it has developed one of the fastest traysealers on the market.
Syntegon Technology has launched the next generation of flow wrapper – the Pack 202.
With LeakCheck, GEA is launching a new in-line measurement system capable of contactlessly checking seal and package integrity on all forms of modified atmosphere packs (MAP).
ULMA Packaging UK has launched the new VTC 800-R continuous vertical wrapper to meet demand from dairy producers for resealable grated cheese packaging.
Mondi has developed NextLiner, which it claims is the “world’s first” sustainable polycoated kraft (PCK) paper release liner.
EIT InnoEnergy, the European innovation engine for sustainable energy, has crowned Woola the winner of PowerUp! The start-up has been awarded a €50,000 cash prize and a place on its investment programme – the Highway for its eco-friendly bubble wrap
Fin Slater unpacks some of the key innovations that have been recently announced by companies in the machinery sector.
In order to meet COVID-related demand, Smurfit Kappa has extended its Bag-in-Box range to include a hand sanitiser solution.