coatings
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.
Actega North America announces price increases
In response to the rise in raw material and supply chain costs, ACTEGA North America is set to increase prices on inks, coatings, adhesives and pressroom chemicals.
AkzoNobel and Axalta end merger talks
In response to market speculation, AkzoNobel recently confirmed that it was in constructive discussions regarding a potential merger of the AkzoNobel Paints and Coatings business with Axalta.
Rising commodity prices overshadow volume development in tubes and cans
According to GDA Aerobal and the European Tube Manufacturers Association (etma), German manufacturers of tubes and aluminium aerosol cans are currently enjoying good market conditions.
AkzoNobel confirms merger possibility with Axalta
AkzoNobel has confirmed that it is currently in discussions regarding a merger of the AkzoNobel Paints & Coatings business with liquid and powder coatings supplier Axalta.
Crown announces new lightweight beverage end
Crown Asia Pacific has announced the launch of its new lightweight SuperEnd beverage ends which it says reduce metal use by over 10% when compared to conventional 202 diameter (52mm) ends.