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A. Schulman Emphasis on Masterbatch Materials at GPCA Plastics Summit

A. Schulman’s representatives highlighted the usage of masterbatches for creating value-added properties in many agricultural and packaging applications in a speech delivered at the Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA) Plastics Summit.

7 Apr 2012

Higher Recycling of Steel Packaging Can Save More Carbon Dioxide Emissions

The Association of European Producers of Steel for Packaging (APEAL) has successfully completed and revealed the results of a life cycle assessment (LCA) on the European tinplate production.

5 Apr 2012

BioMass Packaging Introduces ASTM D-6400 Certified Compostable Can Liners

BioMass Packaging, a provider of sustainable packaging solutions for foodservice applications, has introduced new compostable can liners. These liners possess high strength and are suitable for use in cafeterias, hotels, restaurants, homes and other businesses that want to dispose their organic and food waste to compost.

2 Apr 2012

BASF Participates in the NPE 2012 International Plastics Design Competition

BASF, a chemical company, announced that it will participate in the 2012 International Plastics Design Competition, which will be held at the NPE global plastics exposition in Orlando, Florida.

From BASF Corporation 27 Mar 2012

OCTAL Adopts Sustainable Measures to Produce PET with Lower Carbon Footprint

The raw materials used in packaging materials and their environmental profile are a matter of concern to today’s consumers. This has compelled and induced companies to look for safe and eco-friendly packaging materials.

23 Mar 2012

EnVision Flexible Packaging and Coyote Kitchen Unveil New Packaging Capability

EnVision Flexible Packaging, a provider of packaging solutions for consumer product manufacturers, and Coyote Kitchen, a salsa and southwest condiment manufacturer, has introduced a rapid conversion capability for green pouches.

19 Mar 2012

Salesmaster Collaborates with Multi-Wall for Honeycomb Packaging Solutions

Salesmaster, a provider of packaging products and devices all over the Northeast, has collaborated with Multi-Wall, a supplier of a broad range of packaging design solutions.

19 Mar 2012

RPC Superfos’ UniPak Packaging Chosen by French Food Producer

RPC Superfos, a manufacturer of sustainable injection molded plastic packaging for food and non-food products, announced that its UniPak packaging solution has been selected by Michel & Augustin, a France-based food producer, for its La vache à boire yogurt product line.

17 Mar 2012

Denmark-Based Packaging Instrument Manufacturer to be Acquired by MOCON

PBI-Dansensor, a developer of quality control and quality assurance equipment for Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP), has signed an acquisition agreement with MOCON, a provider and innovator of solutions for package integrity, package cost reduction, package safety, sustainability, shelf-life evaluation, and permeation testing instruments and laboratory services.

14 Mar 2012

Hiball Energy Teams with Ball for 16-Oz Aluminum Can Packaging Solution

Hiball Energy has announced a partnership with a large beverage can company, Ball, to introduce organic energy drinks and reformulated sparkling energy waters, which were packaged in its lightweight, cold-activated aluminum cans.

13 Mar 2012

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Packaging News

A. Schulman Emphasis on Masterbatch Materials at GPCA Plastics Summit

Higher Recycling of Steel Packaging Can Save More Carbon Dioxide Emissions

BioMass Packaging Introduces ASTM D-6400 Certified Compostable Can Liners

BASF Participates in the NPE 2012 International Plastics Design Competition

OCTAL Adopts Sustainable Measures to Produce PET with Lower Carbon Footprint

EnVision Flexible Packaging and Coyote Kitchen Unveil New Packaging Capability

Salesmaster Collaborates with Multi-Wall for Honeycomb Packaging Solutions

RPC Superfos’ UniPak Packaging Chosen by French Food Producer

Denmark-Based Packaging Instrument Manufacturer to be Acquired by MOCON

Hiball Energy Teams with Ball for 16-Oz Aluminum Can Packaging Solution

How do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

Coolant Control Module for Plasma Cleaning

Nano-Observer II: AFM for Nanoscale Imaging

Discover Advanced Solutions for Thickness and Flaw Inspection with the OmniScan™ X4 Flaw Detector

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Analysis of Nitrogen Solubility in Soy Protein Using FT-NIR Spectroscopy

Quantifying Hydrogen Spin Isomers with Raman Spectroscopy

Revealing the Strength of Functionally Gradient Alloys Through Multiscale Characterization

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

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How do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

1Excelitas Technologies Announces Consolidation Plans to Strengthen Noblelight Operations in Germany

2Accelerating Ion Transport with New Material

3Researchers Reveal Rare-Earth-Free Polymer

4New Catalyst Revolutionizes Hydrogen Peroxide Production

5A New Advance in Lithium-Ion Battery Technology

6The ECOFAP Project aims to make shoe soles and heels with a new 3D printing material based on tanned leather waste

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