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Packaging

13 Mar 2024

Paboco moves into full-scale production

By Staff Writer

Paboco proudly launches the next gen paper bottle and initiates full-scale production, marking a milestone towards a more sustainable future.
11 Mar 2024

Ucima ready for packaging trade shows in Africa

By Staff Writer

A total of 30 Italian companies will be present at the two foremost trade fairs in East and West Africa. Ucima, the Italian packaging machinery manufacturers’ association, is organising large Italian pavilions at two key industry exhibitions to be held in Africa in March. The aim of these collectives is to expand Italian companies’ business...
06 Mar 2024

Cosmogen collaborates with Lancôme

By Staff Writer

Cosmogen supplies two applicator brushes for the Lancôme X Louvre Richelieu palette. For its Lancôme x Louvre Richelieu Wing limited edition eyeshadow palette, Lancôme entrusted Cosmogen with the creation of the two mini double applicators included in the Richelieu palette. Their black handle with aluminium ferrule accommodates three NBR foam tips and one bevelled tuft...
21 Feb 2024

Mondi expands EcoWicketBag production

By Staff Writer

EcoWicketBags are designed for recycling and offer the advanced barrier protection required for diapers and feminine hygiene products. Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, is expanding production of its innovative range of paper-based EcoWicketBags. This comes in response to increasing demand for sustainable packaging in the home and personal care (HPC) industry,...
12 Feb 2024

Enhance quality assurance with automated inspection

By Staff Writer

EyeC Proofiler Graphic is an excellent example of a forward-thinking and innovative solution, which can help packaging printers save valuable resources and deliver high quality products more efficiently. This case study in efficient pre-press inspection reveals how. The Edelmann Group designs and produces high-quality, sustainable and individual packaging solutions made of cardboard and paper for...
16 Oct 2023

Fighting counterfeiting in the medical and pharma industry

By Staff Writer

Origify from Bosch offers end-to-end authentication, with image-based product recording enabled during production or packaging processes. A warning from the German Federal Institute for Drugs and Medical Devices (BfArM) – counterfeiters do not stop at medical products and medicines. Medicines in high demand are particularly affected. For example, lifestyle medicines, as well as non-prescription off-the-shelf...
05 Oct 2023

Henkel heat seal coating brings versatility and enhanced safety 

By Staff Writer

Universal Loctite Liofol HS 1181 ready-to-use coating reduces costs and the complexity of manufacturing packaging. For packaging manufacturers, the need to use a range of different heat seal coatings to ensure optimal performance and safety can add considerable cost and complexity to production, supply chains and inventories. With the development of Loctite Liofol HS 1181,...
03 Oct 2023

Bidvest showcases complementary solutions at Propak Cape 

By Staff Writer

From 24 to 26 October, the Bidvest Group will showcase a comprehensive portfolio of world-class packaging and labelling solutions under the Bidvest Packaging brand at Propak Cape. Taking place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, the Bidvest Group will showcase six companies at Propak Cape. While each company operates separately servicing its own customer...
15 Aug 2023

UPM recognised with platinum EcoVadis rating

By Staff Writer

UPM receives platinum in the EcoVadis responsibility assessment with a high industry score. EcoVadis has recognised UPM with a platinum score based on the company’s sustainability performance in the following four categories: Environment Labour and human rights Ethics Sustainable procurement. Only 1% of the 100 000 global companies assessed by EcoVadis received platinum. UPM’s score...
26 Jul 2023

ALPLA introduces new brand, ALPLArecycling

By Staff Writer

By investing in the circular economy, APLA has doubled in its production capacity since 2021. Since 2005, the globally active ALPLA Group has been investing in growing its in-house recycling capacities. The plastic packaging company now operates 13 plants, including four joint ventures with regional partners, and aims to be processing at least 25% post-consumer...
27 Jun 2023

Propak Cape to spotlight latest packaging and related industry trends 

By Staff Writer

“Propak Cape is a must-visit for those looking to source new products and services in packaging and its related industries and to engage with leading technical experts in these industries.”

19 Jun 2023

Clarins Lip Perfector goes ultra soft with Cosmogen

By Staff Writer

The ultra-soft flocked and bevelled applicator of the Cosmogen D16 tube enhances Lip Perfector by Clarins. This all-in-one lip and cheek balm glides over the lips, leaving them shiny and sparkling in just one swipe. Clarins Lip Perfector also provides a boost of radiance to cheeks for a natural healthy glow. The tube contains recycled...