Black glass by O-I: black is back
Mysterious. Original. Elegant. Classy. Challenging. Black is a colour that transcends trends and inspires designers, whether they are creating fashion or furniture, computers or cars.
Innovations
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Plastics in aircraft
Weight is everything in aircraft – and body weight can be significantly reduced by using plastics composites.
Multifunctional labels at the Interpack 2011
Labels in the 21st century are multifunctional, are a decoration, packaging component and provider of information all in one.
Sweet things come in small packages – appealing to the emotions the green way
The choice of confectionery and bakery products is huge. The consumer ultimately only buys things that immediately catch his eye and promise pleasures of the palate. This not only elicits maximum design creativity from packaging producers, but also demands in-depth technical expertise in the production process.
Clariant ColorForward 2012 predicts
In 2012, colors that mirror a sense of movement, evolution and surprise – bright, lively, even quirky hues and special effects – can be expected to find a receptive public. So will soft, muted, earthy and organic tones that convey introspection, stability and personal responsibility.
Very innovative bottle made by Pepsi
PepsiCo Inc has developed a bottle made from plant-based, renewable resources that is fully recyclable, and will start using it in a test program next year.
Megatrends will be key to future growth for chemicals & materials markets
Frost & Sullivan’s unique ongoing research programme identifies, defines and evaluates Megatrends and their future implications for a range of business and markets, including the chemicals and materials industry.
Arkema, INES to collaborate on PV polymer materials research
Arkema and INES set up the first joint research laboratory dedicated to polymers for photovoltaics.
A Schulman awarded
European automotive awards, including the highly prestigious Innovation Award for the seat belt microphone manufactured for Audi.The award-winning seat belt microphone for the Audi R8 Spyder allows drivers to make and receive clear and undisturbed hands-free cell phone calls while driving with the roof down.
New trends in a self-adhesive labels
Self-adhesive labels as solutions providers in the trend-conscious beverage marketplace.
New composite material: plastics and metal
The new composite material is a blend of synthetic and metal that has sensory properties. Researchers at Fraunhofer launched this polymer-metal composite at the ELECTRONICA 2010 fair in Munich.
Zero-waste powder coating process lands CSIRO scientist state honours
CSIRO scientist Wojciech Gutowski has won top honours in the 2010 Victoria Prize Awards handed out by the Victorian state government.
