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Steel packaging preserves nutrition
Canned vegetables’ vitamin and mineral levels are just as high as freshly cooked vegetables, reports SGS Fresenius Institute.
A hazy head
A few weeks ago I broached the subject of New Year’s resolutions and predictably, weight loss and controlling alcohol intake were at the top of the agenda.
Ardagh unveils new serving system
Ardagh has launched a new tapping system for its 3.1 and 5 litre metal part kegs to bring a pub experience to any home based celebration or occasion.
William Boyd
An interview with William Boyd, the new director and chief executive of the Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association (MPMA).
PPG launches powder liner for aerosol cans
PPG’s packaging coatings business has announced that it will feature Hoba Purair coating, a Bisphenol A non-intent powder liner for the internal protection of aluminium aerosol cans during the Aerosol and Dispensing Forum in Paris, 3-4 February.
Developments at Applegate
The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) has partnered with Applegate Marketplace to offer guidance to CIPS members on themes and key developments in business and to support in the selection of suppliers.
Ball announce 2015 results
Ball has reported full year 2015 net earnings attributable to the corporation of $280.90 million.
February 2016
Focus: US 2016 – The year ahead Water treatment Site visit: can maker Euro CanTech preview
In it to win it
It has been a productive few days at Bell towers with regards to the upcoming Euro CanTech 2016 event.
Can shipments on the up
Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI) reports that aluminium beverage can shipments for alcoholic drinks were up 2.8%, while shipments for non-alcoholic beverages (largely carbonated soft drinks) declined 1.6% in Q4 2015.
Accujet presents new canneck system
Accujet by Spraying Systems Co has introduced a new way to apply canneck lubrication using electrostatic technology, through the Neckerlube System.
Bud Light unveil Super Bowl can line
In celebration of Super Bowl 50, Bud Light is debuting 40 new NFL Bud Light can designs that highlight previous Super Bowl winners.
Valspar packaging launches website
The Valspar Corporation has announced that its packaging division has launched a new website to spotlight its valPure non-BPA product line of coatings for light metal packaging.
Aluminium can recycle rate at record high
The overall recycling rate for aluminium beverage cans in the European Union, Switzerland, Norway and Iceland has increased by 1.8% to a new record level of 71.3% in 2013.