5:50 min
Additives
Compostable bioplastics can be more colorful thanks to new masterbatches from Clariant
New masterbatches from Clariant have been formulated for use in biopolymer applications requiring compliance with European and U.S. standards governing compostability and ecotoxicity, including the harmonised EN 13432:2000 standard. Because they incorporate conventional (non-natural) ...
1:11 min
Two step blow moulding systems
Ringier Technology Innovation Awards for its Predis™ dry preform decontamination system
On June 3, Sidel was presented the ‘Ringier Technology Innovation Award’ for its Predis™ dry preform decontamination system at an award ceremony held at the FiA 2010 (Food Ingredients Asia) in Shanghai (China). The Ringier Technology Award is held annually as a tribute ...
4:14 min
Materials, Processing & Handling
LyondellBasell to showcase industry-leading innovations at K 2010
Global polyolefins leader LyondellBasell Industries unveiled the innovative offerings it plans to exhibit at K 2010, taking place in Düsseldorf, Germany, from October 27 to November 3. LyondellBasell will focus on four key benefits it offers customers: Innovative products and ...
0:58 min
PET processing
Opening of new plant in USA: AlphaPet Inc.
Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited (IVL) is pleased to announce the official opening of its 432,000 tons a year PET resin plant, AlphaPet Inc, at Decatur, Alabama, USA on June 03, 2010. The opening marks the start-up of AlphaPet Line 2. The plant, which is co-located on the ...