PET is the most recycled plastic because of its multiple advantages over other types of plastic. First of all, it is a very inert polymer, which makes PET packaging ideal for storing food, as it has virtually no interaction with the contents.
A new look for a kitchen classic from the refrigerated section: Südpack is launching two innovative packaging concepts for minced meat that do without bottom trays. What is more, the two concepts are mono-material packaging solutions based on PP.
New Sidel aseptic complete PET line and bottle design for UHT milk boost business at Fattoria Latte Sano in Italy.
The demand for disinfectants has currently reached unprecedented heights. Though adequate resupply is assured, many institutions are receiving this in large-size containers, which in practice are difficult to handle.
The trend to reduce End-of-Line production cost in low-speed lines by replacing manual palletising operations with compact and user-friendly cobotic palletisers continues to rise – especially due to the very fast Return on Investment of these solutions.
The huge growth in online commerce has led to an increase in packaging volumes. A number of companies are turning to new reusable packaging concepts to minimize the resulting waste.
It is clear from the data that the decrease is significant everywhere compared to what was originally planned.
It was expected that the lifting of the restrictions would not bring an immediate recovery. Moreover, in some cases, the relaxation and lifting of stay at home restrictions has led to a reduction in demand and associated production.
The coronavirus has only helped to underscore the importance of plastic packaging when it comes to keeping food contamination-free and to preserving its freshness and usability for longer.
Kiefel GmbH, Freilassing, is a technology partner in various domains of the plastics and packaging industry, where it supports customers in the development of sustainable materials and products.
Rapid News Group has announced the decision to postpone Interplas, the UK’s flagship event for the plastics industry, to 2021.
Engel is committed to greater sustainability of plastic packaging. In collaboration with six other companies from the Austrian packaging industry, the injection moulding machine manufacturer founded the "Verpackung mit Zukunft” (Packaging with a Future) platform.
