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Global themes
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Unilever
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London
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United Kingdom
Refill & Reuse
Unilever announces plans to scale up UK refillable packaging trials
- New trials include a first for Unilever globally, testing ‘return on the go’ refill and reuse products, where shoppers can pick up a pre-filled reusable bottle from shelf and return in-store once used
- The appetite for refillable and reusable products has spurred Unilever to expand its refill &…
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Global themes
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Avient Corporation
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Cleveland, OH
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United States
Initiative
Avient collaborates with Oceanworks® to expand use of recycled ocean plastics
Avient Corporation has announced it is collaborating with Oceanworks® to help customers incorporate recycled ocean plastics in their products. Recycled ocean and ocean-bound plastics are those recovered from the ocean, waterways, and ocean-bound collection zones within 50 km of a coastline.
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Global themes
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Keep America Beautiful
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Stamford, Conn
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United States
Consumer change
Non-profit "Keep America Beautiful" launches campaign to increase recycling rates for plastic bottles
Keep America Beautiful®, the nation’s community improvement for-impact nonprofit organization, released a public service announcement (PSA) titled “Recycle Like Everyone Is Watching” to help change consumer behavior and increase recycling rates for plastic bottles. Created in collaboration with…
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Global themes
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Anheuser-Busch InBev
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Leuven
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Belgium
Environmental Efforts
Corona becomes first global beverage brand to achieve a net zero plastic footprint globally
- The achievement is another step in Corona's long-term aim to leave no plastic in nature
- For World Oceans Week, Corona Releases "Plastic Reality" an eye-opening augmented reality (AR) experience to empower people to join the brand in their zero plastic quest
- The Augmented Reality (AR) tool is the…
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Business function
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Indorama Ventures
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Bangkok
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Thailand
Acquisition
Indorama Ventures completes acquisition of CarbonLite’s Texas PET Recycling Facility
Indorama Ventures (IVL), a global chemicals producer, has completed its acquisition of CarbonLite Holdings’ facility in Texas as part of the company’s commitment to increasing PET recycling capacity.
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Recycling technology
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TOMRA
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Asker
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Norway
Plastic sorting solution
TOMRA Recycling and Masotina: Highly targeted plastic sorting boosts recycling volumes and purity
Based in Corsico in the Lombardy Region of Italy, MASOTINA S.p.A. operates one of Europe’s largest materials recovery facilities (MRFs) for the separation and recovery of plastic from municipal waste. The company uses 32 AUTOSORT® machines supplied by global sensor-based sorting specialist, TOMRA…
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Business function
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Indorama Ventures
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Bangkok
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Thailand
Expansion
Indorama Ventures drives innovation with new IOD research center at The Woodlands, Texas
Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited (IVL), a global petrochemical producer, has started developing a new technology center under its Integrated Oxides & Derivatives (IOD) business at The Woodlands, Texas. The new facility will be the company’s U.S. research and development hub for new products…
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Global themes
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Jabil Packaging Solutions
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Saint Petersburg, FL
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United States
Prototype
Reimagining the water bottle: Jabil packaging solutions launches VITTEL® hybrid bottle
Jabil Packaging Solutions, a division of Jabil Inc., launched its latest packaging prototype: the Eco.bottle® product platform for VITTEL®, a leading mineral water brand in Europe from the water division of Nestlé.
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Global themes
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Waddington Europe
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Milton Keynes
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United Kingdom
rPET containers
Waddington Europe and produce packaging start the switch to 100% rPET containers for the soft fruit season
Waddington Europe, a division of Novolex®, has joined forces with its longstanding packaging distribution partner Produce Packaging to introduce containers made with 100% recycled material that are also 100% recyclable after use.
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Global themes
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Suntory Beverage & Food
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Uxbridge
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United Kingdom
Repackaging
Suntory Beverage and Food GB&I invests £6m to support recycling of Lucozade
Millions are being invested to ensure that the Lucozade Sport bottle is only made from recycled plastic. This alone will save 3,400 tonnes of virgin plastic being produced annually. Alongside this the bottle will be redesigned with a smaller label – reducing the volume of plastic used previously and…
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Business function
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The Sterling Group
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Houston, TX
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United States
US PET Recycling
The Sterling Group forms new PET recycling platform, Evergreen
Carves out Evergreen Recycling from Greenbridge Packaging and acquires CarbonLITE's Riverside, California Facility
MATERIAL TECHNOLOGY
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Material technology
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Venator
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Wynyard
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United Kingdom
rPET whitening
Venator: New Liquid Hombitan® products simplify whitening of recycled PET fibres for textile industry
Venator has developed a new liquid pigment masterbatch technology that can be used to whiten recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET) fibres quickly, cleanly, and efficiently. Based on the company’s established titanium dioxide (TiO2) platform for the fibre industry, the new HOMBITAN® LQ range is…
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Material technology
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Chroma Color Corporation
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McHenry, Illinois
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United States
Alternative coloring technology.
Chroma Color Corporation introduces NIR black color concentrate solutions
Chroma Color now offers a new black plastic recyclability solution. A carbon black alternative that does not sacrifice brand aesthetics but allows the MRF sorter to accurately and repeatedly identify and sort the plastic article.
PREFORM MOULDING
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Preform moulding
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StackTeck Systems Ltd.
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Brampton, ON
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Canada
PET preform overmolding system
StackTeck: A unique approach to overmolding cube applications
StackTeck Systems Ltd. is pleased to announce a successful new introduction of technology for overmolding PET preforms with multiple layers. The first overmolding system has been designed to achieve a light barrier for light sensitive applications. The system incorporates two preform molds used in…
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Preform moulding
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AND & OR
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Sevilla
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Spain
Preform Manufacturing
AND&OR offers complete automation of octabin formation
For the preforms transport and handling, the use of the octabin format in cardboard is becoming more frequent due to its benefits and advantages compared to metal, wood, or plastic boxes packaging (it supposes a lower unit cost, great recyclability, logistical advantages, lower environmental impact,…
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Preform moulding
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SACMI
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Imola (BO)
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Italy
PET preform production
SACMI IPS – Performance, flexibility and sustainability in preform manufacturing
Productivity, lightweighting and use of recycled resins: this solution is part of a new approach to TCO (total cost of ownership) that aims to make the packaging industry sustainable and competitive - With the development of the IPS (injection preform system), SACMI has driven innovation in the PET…
BLOW MOULDING
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Blow Moulding & Coating
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DreamPak
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McLean, VA
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United States
New PET bottle line
Ultimate 50X coffee concentrate by DreamPak debuts in 8oz shelf-ready PET Bottles
DreamPak, the leading innovator of shelf-stable liquid mixes for the food and beverage categories, has unveiled its 'Ultimate Concentrated Coffee' in shelf-ready bottles under its Press'd line.
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Blow Moulding & Coating
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SMI S.p.A.
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S.Giovanni Bianco (BG)
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Italy
New plant
Costa Rica: SMI and Inolasa, when innovation is essential
Inolasa is collaborating with SMI for the supply of a production line with an output up to 12,000 bottles/hour. The new plant for bottling and packing Capullo & Doral vegetable oil in PET bottles has been manufactured with respect for the environment and work safety.
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Blow Moulding & Coating
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Sidel
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Parma
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Italy
Bottle design
Sidel StarLITE™ HPC: A new base solution to increase the stability of flat PET and rPET containers by up to 25%
Sidel is introducing the StarLITETM HPC base. The new, oval bottle base alternative for flat PET containers helps achieve optimum performance and can also comply with recycled PET (rPET) up to 100%. The new bottle base not only increases container stability by up to 25%, but also optimises bottle…
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Blow Moulding & Coating
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Amcor
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Ann Arbor, MI
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United States
Sustainable Bottle Solution
Amcor: Edible oil in custom designed lightweight plastic bottle
Converting its traditional extra virgin olive oil bottle from glass to plastic allows Morixe Hnos to export its oil across Brazil to meet growing demand. The lightweight polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottle, custom designed by Amcor, replicates the touch and feel of the incumbent glass container…
FILLING TECHNOLOGY
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Filling technology
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Waddington Europe
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Milton Keynes
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United Kingdom
Protective packaging
Waddington Europe launches new rPET TamperVisible hot fill product line for soups and sauces
Leading European thermoforming packaging specialists Waddington Europe, a division of Novolex®, is augmenting its revolutionary TamperVisible® range of protective packaging products to include a pioneering Hot Fill option.
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Filling technology
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Krones AG
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Neutraubling
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Germany
Innovative Filling
Krones - Kosme Barifill Canto: multipurpose filler for bottles and cans
For the first time, the Krones Group presents a multipurpose filler that handles glass bottles, PET containers, and cans – the Barifill Canto. The Italian subsidiary Kosme is responsible for its development, construction, and installation.
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Filling technology
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KHS
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Dortmund
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Germany
New Plant
High-tech in the mountains - Armenian water bottler A&M Rare procures two lines from KHS
A&M Rare’s new, ultramodern bottling plant seems almost surreal in its Armenian mountain setting. This is a place where unspoiled scenery and naturalness are writ large – with regard to both the company’s exclusive products and the production of the same. The company relies on KHS for the plant…
CAPPING TECHNOLOGY
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Caps & Closures
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Wisecap
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Piacenza
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Italy
Closures
Wisecap® presents ALISEO: the right answer for glass bottles for the beverage industry
Wisecap® is launching the new aluminium closure for glass bottles: ALISEO. The closure design incorporates an injury-free plastic tamper evidence band for a soft, easy and intuitive opening and reclosing. The aluminum shell guarantees perfect sealing and delivers the best possible accuracy for your…
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Caps & Closures
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BERICAP
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Budenheim
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Germany
Acquisition
Addition to the portfolio: BERICAP has acquired aluminum closure expert Mala
BERICAP, one of the leading global manufacturers of plastic closures, has taken over Mala Verschluss-Systeme GmbH, thereby extending its product portfolio to include aluminum closures.
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Caps & Closures
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Elopak
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Oslo
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Norway
Tethered caps
Elopak announces tethered cap solution
Elopak is announcing a new tethered cap solution for its iconic Pure-Pak® cartons – the Pure-TwistFlip™.
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Caps & Closures
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PackSys Global AG
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Rüti
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Switzerland
Cap solutions
PackSys Global: “Tethered” beverage container closures
New legislation in the European Union requires that by July 2024, all plastic closures must remain “tethered” (attached) to single-use beverage containers after the container is opened. This will bring a big change for the beverage packaging industry. One of PackSys Global’s core competences focuses…
DECORATION TECHNOLOGY
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Decoration technologies
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Herma
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Filderstadt
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Germany
Wash-off adhesive
Herma: New label adhesive for more assured PET recycling
- New wash-off label adhesive 52W satisfies strict Scandinavian requirements for closed-loop PET recycling.
- Even with standard PP films, it washes off PET bottles without leaving any residue at just 65 degrees Celsius.
- Special formulation ensures reliable separation of labels and PET bottles…
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Decoration technologies
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Coveris
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Vienna
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Austria
New promotional labels
Berry Gardens lead positive climate action through new labels partnership with Coveris and UPM Raflatac
Seeking to minimise environmental resources and maximise material lifecycle, Berry Gardens the UK’s largest co-operative of berry growers, have worked in partnership with Coveris and supplier UPM Raflatac to deliver an environmentally superior material and recycling strategy for their promotional…
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Decoration technologies
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CCL Label
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Ashford
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United Kingdom
Sustainable sleeve solution
APR Recognition: CCL reaches next milestone for EcoFloat® sleeve material in the US market
- CCL receives APR (Association of Plastic Recyclers) Critical Guidance Recognition (CGR) for innovative sleeve material that helps boost PET recycling
- Hybrid polyolefin film facilitates easy separation of labels from PET bottles and other types of plastic containers in the recycling process …
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Decoration technologies
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UPM Raflatac
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Helsinki
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Finland
rPET label
UPM Raflatac receives recycled content certification for its PET PCR labeling materials sold in the U.S.
UPM Raflatac’s revolutionary Vanish PCR plastic labeling materials for the U.S. market have been independently certified by SCS Global Services as featuring at least 90 percent post-consumer recycled content (PCR) in both the face and liner.
CONVEYING & TRANSPORTATION
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Conveying & Transportation
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Sidel
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Parma (IO)
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Italy
Packaging machinery
Sidel introduces Cermex EvoPack to reduce repacking activities and anticipate customised retailing needs during production time
Changing consumer preferences, sustainability requirements as well as the growing need for customisation of added-value packs and new selling or shipping units are forcing manufacturers to adapt their production models and supply chains. Food, Home and Personal Care (FHPC) producers want to move…
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Conveying & Transportation
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KHS
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Dortmund
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Germany
Shrink packers
Closing the recycling loop: KHS packers now also process shrink film made of 100% recyclate
Day after day, valuable plastics are lost from the recycling loop. At the same time, the demand for resource-conserving packaging systems is constantly on the rise.
- Film can be used on new and existing machines
- KHS provides extensive services with laboratory tests for film
- Further alternative…
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Conveying & Transportation
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SMI S.p.A.
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S.Giovanni Bianco (BG)
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Italy
Palletizing systems
SMI: Flexibility and reliability in the end of line
End of line reliability is crucial for the bottling plant efficiency - Manufacturers of beverages, food, detergents, chemical and pharmaceutical products have to be more and more competitive and efficient in order to face a constantly changing market; therefore, they have to…
RECYCLING TECHNOLOGY
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Recycling technology
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TOMRA
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Asker
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Norway
Plastic sorting solution
TOMRA Recycling and Masotina: Highly targeted plastic sorting boosts recycling volumes and purity
Based in Corsico in the Lombardy Region of Italy, MASOTINA S.p.A. operates one of Europe’s largest materials recovery facilities (MRFs) for the separation and recovery of plastic from municipal waste. The company uses 32 AUTOSORT® machines supplied by global sensor-based sorting specialist, TOMRA…
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Recycling technology
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TOMRA
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Asker
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Norway
Recycling collaboration
A collaboration for shaping the future of recycling in Mexico: TOMRA Recycling & Indorama Ventures
The recycling sector in Mexico is witnessing the collaboration of two companies, TOMRA Recycling and Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited. Dedicated and committed to enable greater sustainability and an environmentally friendly way of production and consumption, both companies seek to promote…
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Recycling technology
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Krones AG
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Neutraubling
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Germany
PET bottle recovery
Krones: Wastewater treatment in plastics recycling
Recycling lines for plastics are the circular economy’s lynchpins – and as such make a vital contribution towards protecting our natural environment and economising on valuable resources. On the other hand, they also consume resources, chief among them water.
Which goes to show: A recycling…
Which goes to show: A recycling…
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Recycling technology
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Metaspectral
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Vancouver, B.C.
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Canada
Recycling innovation
Metaspectral AI will sort recyclable plastic in Vancouver by the End of 2021
The company was awarded a grant from the CleanBC Plastics Action Fund to support the development of AI-powered technology that can sort plastics automatically.
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