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Playing the Trump card?
The most pertinent story of the past couple of weeks has been the intense debate between the CMI and the Aluminium Association.
New CAN-O-MAT.I twin-roll beader
The twin-roll beader of the CAN-O-MAT.II is now also available in the CAN-O-MAT.I. Down gauging is always the target for can makers to reduce their costs. The limit of down gauging is given by the minimum of axial load and panelling which is mostly influenced by beading. This is why the down gauging process is […]
New CAN-O-MAT.I twin-roll beader
The twin-roll beader of the CAN-O-MAT.II is now also available in the CAN-O-MAT.I.
Ardagh’s beverage can acquisition boosts revenue
Following its acquisition of a beverage can manufacturing business in April 2016, the Ardagh Group has announced that its revenue rose by 58% to €2.02bn last year.
Litalsa assures print production with AVT inspection systems
Lithography and varnishing company Litalsa has relied on AVT inspection equipment for its various printing lines since 2013.
Valspar Packaging Award-Winning Innovation, valPure V70
The Bronze Metpack 017 Innovation Award was presented to Valspar for its next-generation valPure V70 non-BPA line of coatings for light metal packaging. The industry’s highest honour for innovation was awarded at the Metpack Conference in Essen, Germany. “We’re thrilled to be recognised with this prestigious award,” said Flavio Marchi, Valspar’s global marketing director for […]
Sun, sea and sardines
There is a saying, one that I’ve not really subscribed to over the years, which is when you’re on holiday you’re still never truly off work. After sunning myself in the Algarve recently, I think I now understand this statement a little more.
Investing in the future
At Metpack, the news that SLAC are in advanced negotiations to acquire Intercan Group took many within the metal packaging industry by surprise. But what are the implications for the industry? Alex Fordham speaks with Intercan’s owner Peter Strode to find out more.
Crown to showcase digital technologies at drinktec
Crown Bevcan Europe and Middle East will showcase advances in digital technologies and decorative finishes for the beverage sector at drinktec 2017.
La Colombe and Crown launch MiniVault beverage can
Following the launch of the Draft Latte, a crafted coffee drink using Crown’s InnoValve technology, La Colombe Coffee Roasters and Crown Beverage Packaging North America have partnered again to announce the launch of the MiniVault.
Ball to showcase latest can range at drinktec
Global can manufacturer Ball will be returning to Drinktec this year. The world’s leading trade fair for the beverage and liquid food industry will be held in Munich from 11-15 September.
ADF&PCD 2018 in Paris
The Aerosol and Dispensing Forum (ADF) and Packaging of Perfume, Cosmetics & Design (PCD) trade show has announced its return to Paris from 31 January- 1 February 2018.
Crown and Nestlé collaborate for limited-edition coffee cans
For the third consecutive year, Nestlé, maker of the Nescafé Azera coffee brand, has teamed up with Crown Aerosols & Speciality Packaging Europe, for the launch of a series of limited-edition tins.
Oliver Höll elected as new etma president
Oliver Höll, CEO of the Alltub Group, has been elected as president of the European Tube Manufacturers Association (etma) in June 2017.