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AkzoNobel launches bisphenol-free internal coating for beverage can ends
As a BPA-NI coating, Accelshield 700 does not use BPA or bisphenol-based epoxies as part of its manufacturing process. It complies with both Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and EU regulations.
hubergroup Print Solutions restructures UV poly/tin offset portfolio
International ink specialist hubergroup Print Solutions has revised and strengthened its UV offset portfolio which includes printing inks, varnishes, and fountain solution additives.
Edwards joins INX as VP of digital division
INX International Ink Co has announced the hiring of Paul Edwards as the new vice president of the digital division.
Transcendent times
According to a new Wunderman Thompson trend report, “the new brand metrics are jaw drops, heart swells, and goosebumps,” as consumers seek transcendence from tough times and the normal everyday.
AkzoNobel unveils Safety Through and Through process
AkzoNobel Packaging Coatings has revealed its robust product development process to emphasise the critical importance of prioritising safety in the creation of its packaging coatings, from inception through to launch.
A circular design to watch
A partnership between Hublot and Nespresso has created a luxury watch that champions circularity through the use of recycled coffee grounds and aluminium capsules.
Krones opens new R&D centre
In early May, at Krones’ headquarters in Neutraubling, a fully-equipped research and development lab was officially inaugurated and dubbed the Process Technology Center.
Stolle enters sales partnership with Sandon Global
Stolle has signed a partnership agreement with Sandon Global to exclusively sell their lightweight pneumatic plate and roll mounting systems for use with Stolle Concord and Rutherford Decorators.
Life post-Metpack
The post-show figures from Metpack 2023 indicate a positive experience for all and confirm the trade fair as a “trendsetter and innovation engine,” as stated by Oliver P Kuhrt, CEO of Messe Essen, at the Metpack press conference.
Furthering sustainability in refill and reuse packaging
Simon Jennings, director of Nomis Consultancy, shares his thoughts on the opportunities metal presents for driving refillability and reusability in the packaging world
Tinplate steel tariffs to harm American consumers and manufacturing jobs
The Consumer Brands Association has released two studies in partnership with Trade Partnership Worldwide, LLC and The Juday Group, demonstrating the adverse effects that would result from implementing proposed tariffs of up to 300% on tinplate steel imports.
First 5-litre party keg made of CO2 reduced tinplate
The German tinplate manufacturer thyssenkrupp Rasselstein will launch the world’s first 5-litre keg made of CO2 reduced bluemint steel together with the German companies Kleemann and Westerwald Brauerei in May.
Roeslein at Metpack 2023
Roeslein will be sending 15 representatives from the company who will participate in the show from 2-6 May. Roeslein will be located in hall 3, at stand 3D49.
See you at Metpack
There is less than one week to go until Metpack 2023 opens its doors, and the metal packaging industry is reunited at Messe Essen in Germany.