- ADM expands production of non-GMO protein concentrate In order to meet the significant growing demand for high quality plant-based proteins in the European market, ADM is expanding the production of non-GMO soy protein concentrate at its facility in Europoort, Netherlands. The Europoort facility recently started producing non-GMO soy protein concentrate, which is available as a powder and will be suitable for all...
- Two Sub-Saharan African countries among most improved in ease of doing business Economies in Sub-Saharan Africa continued to improve their business climates, with the region’s largest economy, Nigeria, earning a place among the year’s top global improvers alongside Togo, according to the World Bank Group’s Doing Business study.
- Should you consider a testamentary trust? The introduction of tax on interest-free loans to trusts has seen inter vivos trusts fall out of favour with a shift towards using testamentary trusts instead, according to Willie Fourie, Head of Estate and Trust Services at PSG Wealth.
- Ella introduces quality cappuccino mélange to the world A new convenience cappuccino, Ella Cappuccino Mélange, launched in South Africa at the beginning of 2018. A world first, Ella lets consumers carry a great-tasting cappuccino mélange made from pure espresso and milk in their back pocket.
- No Touch Exit Sensor - Access without the touch Our work environment needs to adhere to the safety regulations and guidelines that have been put in place by the authorities. These include access systems that do not require touch-based identification. No Touch Exit Sensor The No Touch exit sensor is an ideal solution for entrance and exit doors with heavy pedestrian traffic. It avoids...
- GEA presents solutions for craft brewers at BrauBeviale The GEA presentation at BrauBeviale from 12 to 14 November 2019 in Nuremberg (GEA booth in Hall 7/7-600) aims to surprise with a fresh take. This time, the specialist technology group is not only focusing on new products for the beverage industry but also on inviting customers to discuss their own specific expectations and challenges...
- Protect your heir’s interests with a testamentary trust A paragraph or two in your will is not always enough to ensure your wishes are fulfilled after you’ve died. To protect the inheritance and financial wellbeing of your child or spouse, you might need to consider a testamentary trust.
- ‘Ramaphosa had to settle for a politically damaged top 6‘ The decision yesterday by ANC delegates to the National Conference in Johannesburg to elect deputy president Cyril Ramaphosa to succeed President Jacob Zuma has been widely welcomed as a positive development, but it is also something of a poisoned chalice. This is according to NKC African Economics.
- SA employer medical benefit costs to increase 10 percent in 2020 Employer-provided medical benefit costs in South Africa are forecasted to rise 10 percent in 2020, outpacing the annual general inflation rate by 4.6 percent, according to the 2020 Global Medical Trend Rates Report released by Aon plc (NYSE: AON).
- Konica Minolta South Africa moves into label and packaging market Konica Minolta South Africa, a division of Bidvest Office, announced that it is leveraging its proven, world-class printing technology to break into the local label and packaging industry.

Industrial Buyer January/February 2021

The first edition of Industrial Buyer for 2021 is all about preparing for the future of the industrial manufacturing industry. We look at key trends and movements that are shaping factories of the future. We also place a special focus on the printing and packaging sector, featuring the latest innovations in printing, labelling, coding and marking and new packaging equipment and trends in this sector.

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Advertiser Index
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News
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Industry Talk
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Finance
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Printing and Packaging
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Flooring
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Warehousing
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Pumps
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Product Listings
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Serco plans to bounce back in 2021
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Bureau Veritas prepares for the ‘Next Normal’
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Rand-Air keeps communities healthy amidst the pandemic with mobile handwashing units
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An affordable solution for hygiene control in warehouses and factories
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First international qualification for lubrication equipment mechanic artisans
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Three key industrial and manufacturing market trends to look out for in 2021
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How to go green with water
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Few economies are ready for long term properity through green investment and digitisation
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Green energy is an investment for African mining
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The true economic impact of the COVID-19 lockdown
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Xylem project manager awarded for ground-breaking paper for the packaging industry
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Coding and marking solutions for packaging
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Number one bag closing specialist
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First choice in industrial flooring
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Think smarter about storage

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