coatings
Sensory Analytics expands SpecMetrix in-line coating measurement systems
Sensory Analytics, supplier of SpecMetrix systems, has expanded its product line to now include two split system options for side by side coating lines as well as new offerings for use on tandem coating lines.
AkzoNobel’s largest powder coatings plant opens in China
Production has begun at AkzoNobel’s new powder coatings plant in Changzhou, China.
Business news, Can & end making, Metal decorating, Sustainability
AkzoNobel combines digital tools for colour-matching
A new standard in advanced colour-matching is available to vehicle bodyshops after AkzoNobel combined two of its tools into a single system.
Sun Chemical to celebrate 200th anniversary
Sun Chemical has announced that it will be celebrating its 200th anniversary throughout the remainder of 2018.
Heraeus Noblelight America and CQTI announce joint initiative
ChemQuest Technology Institute (CQTI) has partnered with Heraeus Noblelight America to schedule trials on its newly installed microwave-powered and UV LED wide-format curing systems.
Ardagh scores hat-trick at Euro CanTech Awards
The Ardagh Group was recognised with three awards at the Euro CanTech Awards event in Milan last week.
INX International to host Color Perfection demonstrations at Cannex & Fillex Asia Pacific
INX International Ink Co. has announced that it will be exhibiting and hosting INX Color Perfection demonstrations at Cannex & Fillex Asia Pacific, from 15-18 May in Guangzhou, China.
A stronger platform for us all
AkzoNobel recently released its new generation of coatings for the internal protection of three-piece food cans. Alex Fordham visited the company headquarters in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, to find out the potential benefits for the three-piece food can market.
AkzoNobel selects new chairman of supervisory board
AkzoNobel has announced the nomination of Nils Smedegaard Andersen as member of the Supervisory Board with the intention to elect him as chairman following his appointment at the Annual General Meeting in April.
AkzoNobel inaugurates sixth powder coatings plant in India
AkzoNobel has announced the inauguration of its new €9 million facility for the production of powder coatings in India.
Fake news
It seems last week’s blog instigated a bit of a political storm, after we enquired as to the status of the IMDA golf day, due to a lack of information on the IMDA website.
Sun Chemical to increase prices of offset inks
Sun Chemical has announced that it will be increasing prices on all offset inks and coatings for its customers across all regions as of 1 March 2018.
INX to feature metal decoration inks at ExpoPrint Latin America
INX International Ink Co. has announced that it will be showcasing its range of inks and coatings at ExpoPrint Latin America, 20-24 March in Sao Paolo, Brazil.
Tubex reveals new alloy for aluminium cans
Neuman and Rheinfelden have collaborated with the Tubex Group to develop a new alloy material for aluminium aersosol cans: Neucan 2.0.