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Aerobal reports a 5 per cent rise in the first half of 2018
The companies belonging to the International Organisation of Aluminium Aerosol Container Manufacturers (Aerobal) produced nearly 3.3 billion cans in the first half of 2018, substantially more than in the same period the year before.
European tube production stable in first half of 2018
The European tube market was particularly stable in the first half of 2018 according to the European tube manufacturers association (etma). 5.6 billion tubes were produced during the six month period, equalling the levels of the same period the previous year (when the production of new member companies is taken into account). Gregor Spengler, etma’s […]
Survey reveals British public views on recycling drinks packaging
As we enter Recycle Week (24-30 September 2018), Ball Corporation have launched a survey revealing that plastic pollution is a high concern amongst all age groups.
Royal Docks step up packaged production for craft beer with WaveGrip
WaveGrip’s multi-packing applicator and brand defining coloured carriers are helping Royal Docks Brewing Co. increase its packaged beer output.
Planet or Plastic?
This week I’ve been interested to read National Geographic’s new social media campaign entitled #PlanetorPlastic.
The evolution of food cans
The manufacturers of steel cans are reaching a new milestone in response to consumer preference for new can linings.
On the road again…
This blog is my last in the office for a few weeks, as trade show season has come around at pace, once again.
Sacmi metal cap solutions to feature at Cannex & Fillex Asia Pacific
Cannex & Fillex Asia Pacific is back for the fourth time at Guangzhou, China, from 15 to 18 May 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.
Lighthouse reveals MES software for Tool Management functionality
Lighthouse Systems has enhanced the Tool Management module of its MES software, Shopfloor-Online, to address complex tool management requirements.
Reviewing DRS
The issue of DRS has been hugely prominent here in the UK this past week. And for those cricket aficionados amongst you, no we are not referring to an umpire’s Decision Reviews System!
Plastic-free aisle debuts in Amsterdam
The world’s first plastic-free aisle has been unveiled at an Amsterdam supermarket.
Creating a Monster
As is the norm, Euro CanTech began with an afternoon tabletop session and the networking dinner on Monday night.
etma reports stable growth in European tube industry in 2017
With total production of 10.5 billion tubes in 2017, the member companies of the European tube manufacturers association (etma) continued their path of growth and achieved a year-on-year increase in production of 2%.