Features
All the right tools
CanTech International examines the crucial components for success in the tooling sector, as demand for more versatile options increases
Identifying growth drivers for a $152.8 billion market
The latest exclusive data from Smithers, available in its Future of Metal Packaging and Coatings to 2029 report, tracks how the global metal packaging market will increase its value to $177.4 billion in 2029.
Beer drives China’s can growth
China’s leading can makers are laying out plans to increase production capacities. David Hayes reports
Driving sustainable progression
Following his recent appointment to vice president of R&D metal decorating technology at INX International Ink Co, Alex Folloso speaks to CanTech International about the company’s recent Sustainability Report and future outlook
Maintaining momentum in washing & drying technology
David Williams, division president at Cincinnati Industrial Machinery, speaks to CanTech International about the company’s history and the key driving forces behind its operations
Protecting inside and out
Viktoria Tager, PPG’s new global segment manager for easy open ends, discusses the company’s innovation in internal and external coatings, in relation to sustainable practice and regulation
Belting design
CanTech International conducts a Q&A with Jonathan R Lasecki, director of engineering at leading conveyor belt manufacturer, Ashworth
Tackling tighter sanctions
Russian metal import bans have compacted the aluminium market, but sanctions are expected to grow. By Liz Newmark, Heba Hashem and Naubet Bisenov
Adopting AI
A recent European report offers insights into manufacturing priorities for artificial intelligence as well as exploring the main implementation challenges and future impact
Investing in speed
Slovakia’s can makers are investing in projects to increase line capacities. Martina Marečková reports
Inspiring the next generation
By Nicola Jones, Tata Steel UK manager for steel packaging recycling
Anchoring down safety and ease
Fernando Fuentes, owner of the patented AnchorEOE (easy open end), answers some quick-fire questions about the product’s development and its future
The rise of the resealable can end
Ryan Stevens, senior product engineer at Top Cap Holding, explains the development process of the Click Cap resealable innovation for beverage cans
A grand revival
Kathryn Brand recaps the return of CanTech the Grand Tour, which made its comeback for a 2024 edition between 26-28 March in Mumbai, India