The latest Ecosolution™ high viscosity pump from RPC Bramlage offers the benefits of effective product protection, efficient evacuation and single material construction to provide one of the most sustainable airless pump solutions on the market.

Both the Ecosolution™ pump and Vega AirFree ® bottle are made 100% of polyolefin, which is fully incorporated in the recycling chain. In particular, the pump contains no metal or glass parts to impede its recycling.

The AirFree ® bottle features an inner pouch with an EVOH layer that prevents oxygen ingress for extended product protection, particularly suitable for those containing natural ingredients and without preservatives. The pouch also prevents any contamination of the bottle by the formula, providing a clean external layer for recycling.

The easy-to- use pump is able to handle even the most viscous creams and gels with high efficiency, delivering a 97% restitution rate for even the thickest formulae. This compares to typical restitution rates of around 80% for atmospheric systems, reducing product waste while delivering a positive consumer experience and enhanced brand perception.

The Ecosolution™ pump and Vega bottle combination is available in a variety of sizes from 50ml to 500ml. The pump can be specified with two different actuators – a long version or a short one with overcap – along with a choice of decoration options for personalisation and on-shelf differentiation. For maximum consumer convenience, the pump can operate in any orientation.

As of January 17, 2018, EDS GmbH an international supplier of high-end extrusion tools is part of the Reifenhäuser Group. EDS is a specialist for flat dies with headquarters in Reichshof-Wenrath, North Rhine-Westphalia.

EDS GmbH will operate within the Reifenhäuser Group as a separate independent business unit. Johannes P. Müller, the previous owner, will continue to run EDS GmbH, together with Uwe Gaedike, Director Operations at Reifenhäuser, who is also responsible for developing the components business of the Reifenhäuser Group.

Acquisition pools the strengths of the two powerful brands

"EDS and Reifenhäuser complement one another excellently when it comes to design and production expertise. As an effective team, we will use and expand on our strengths together," says Bernd Reifenhäuser, Chair of the Management Board. "Both companies have a reputation for close and responsible collaboration with our customers. This means that customers can avail of the expertise and support that they require." Johannes P. Müller, Managing Director of EDS: "We are proud to now be a part of the Reifenhäuser Group. We will combine our strengths and pool our technology and production resources. This, along with a worldwide sales structure for our customers, will considerably increase our ability to perform.“

With this take-over, Reifenhäuser remains faithful to its strategy: To ensure its long-term success, the Troisdorf company strives for technological leadership through in-house developments and the acquisition of know-how in market-relevant technologies. "This take-over perfectly complements our existing expertise in die production," emphasizes Uwe Gaedike. With the die specialist EDS, Reifenhäuser takes a great stride towards its goal of always delivering the best extrusion process. When it comes to die production, EDS stands for tailor-made products. "Together with the Reifenhäuser production know-how we will develop a strong business for the sale of first-class dies," explains Uwe Gaedike.

Positioning as leading component supplier for extruders and dies

"With the latest acquisition we continue to move towards our goal of designing and producing core competencies in-house. Besides machine manufacture, we are positioning ourselves as a leading technological component provider for extruders and dies," says Gaedike about Reifenhäuser's strategy. With the new unit, the design know-how for die and film tools will be strengthened significantly.

"The excellence of EDS' work and our common understanding of values were the basis for our decision to enter talks on a future together," Bernd Reifenhäuser says about the acquisition. The two companies stand for highest quality, well-trained employees, advanced technologies, and sustainable business models. "We would like to welcome all the employees from EDS and look forward to collaborating with specialists who are well-known in the industry. Together, we will pick up momentum," says Bernd Reifenhäuser. In addition, Reifenhäuser is strengthening the Troisdorf site and making new investments in the manufacture of components. The EDS site in Reichshof will be turned into a technology and service center for dies.

Brussels, 16 January 2018 – EUROPEN welcomes the EU’s Plastics Strategy as an important contribution towards achieving the objectives of a Circular Economy and tackling (marine) littering. EUROPEN will support and actively contribute to additional EU measures that may flow from the Strategy with regard to packaging to leverage the recently strengthened Waste Framework (WFD) and Packaging and Packaging Waste Directives (PPWD).

“We remain committed to strengthening the sustainability of all aspects of the packaging value chain and supporting EU efforts towards a Circular Economy,” commented Hans Van Bochove, Coca-Cola, and EUROPEN Chairman. “Harmonising and strengthening our waste management systems across Europe, in line with what has just been agreed by the EU in the WFD and PPWD, is rightly indicated as a key priority. We are pleased to see Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) recognised as playing a key part in strengthening packaging waste management in Europe, which EUROPEN has supported from the outset.”

“EU minimum requirements for EPR will increase accountability for all private and public stakeholders”, Hans van Bochove continues. “If implemented well, EPR and modulated EPR fees play an important role in creating incentives for producers’ packaging design choices and boost innovation in the packaging supply chain.”

“The end-of-life phase of packaging is intrinsically connected with the functionality of the different packaging materials, as part of a packaged product. A life-cycle and evidence-based approach is well captured in the Strategy and will remain fundamental in its ensuing actions.” said Virginia Janssens, Managing Director of EUROPEN. “We will further contribute with holistic and harmonised solutions and to help avoid unintended consequences on, e.g. packaging materials, products, regulatory frameworks, value chain actors including consumers, food safety and consumer health, food waste and the Internal Market”.

Another key factor to reach the ambitious objectives set by the Plastics Strategy is increasing education and further awareness-raising campaigns among consumers. “The Strategy rightly recognises the required multi-stakeholder effort to further promote correct disposal behaviours to reduce littering,” continued Virginia Janssens.

EUROPEN members are committed to continuous environmental improvement and investment in innovative packaging systems and solutions to meet the evolving needs of our modern societies. Recent voluntary actions from EUROPEN members include investments in recyclability, recycled content, resource efficiency, material sourcing, design optimisation, and the encouragement of correct disposal. EUROPEN looks forward to continuing to work constructively with the EU institutions to help ensure that the Circular Economy Package and its Action Plan deliver tangible, sustainable and competitive benefits for the European environment, economy and society.

Leading industry professionals and experts from around the world will come together in Vienna, Austria, on 24-25 April 2018 for Plastic Pouches, organised by specialist plastics industry consultancy AMI.

Now in its fourth year, Plastic Pouches will once again provide a unique networking opportunity and high level forum to discuss the latest developments and issues in the dynamically evolving plastic pouches industry. Featuring a diverse programme of presentations by industry leaders, the focus for Plastic Pouches 2018 will be on innovation, sustainability, adding value and optimising performance across the value chain.

Major multinational brand owners will explore how end-user demands are shaping product development addressing various technical issues. Nestlé will put the focus on safety and compliance of food contact materials for pouches, multinational snack food company MOM Group will talk about the successes and challenges of the stand-up pouch development for its Materne brand while Podravka will discuss technical requirements towards pouches for retort and high-pressure processing.

Delegates will gain comprehensive insights into global industry trends and developments. Proampac will discuss novel examples and trends in rigid packaging replacements while an overview of the global stand-up pouches market will be provided by AMI Consulting, and Sloop Consulting will look at issues around recycling exploring design guidelines for the circular economy for plastic pouches.

Leading flexible packaging companies Coveris, Constantia Flexibles and CLP Industries will share their views on product development for pouches and laminates with a focus on maximising pouch performance and sustainability.

The Plastics Pouches 2018 programme will also look at advancements in barrier film and coating technology presented by Toppan Printing and Michelman. Delegates will hear about material innovations in retort grades and mono material pouch solutions as well as new generation of water-based inks. Technology leaders will talk about innovations to help improve process efficiencies, quality and enhance brand value by smart solutions such as nanotechnology, including papers form Totani, Robert Bosch and Wow Packaging Partners to mention a few.

In addition to the packed two-day programme of expert presentations, Plastic Pouches 2018 also provides highly effective platform to meet with likeminded professionals from leading companies and organisations at all levels of the supply chain.

21/12/2017 Industrial printing is omnipresent in everyday life. In a loose series of interviews, the VDMAPrinting and Paper Technology Association presents major players of this market. This time,Prof. Dr. Reinhard R. Baumann, university professor at TU Chemnitz and coordinator of the"Go Beyond 4.0" lead project at Fraunhofer-Institut ENAS for electronic nanosystems in Chemnitz, talks about trends and printing methods applied in printedelectronics as well as about what functional printing can perform beyond Industry 4.0.The Fraunhofer ENAS and TU Chemnitz are also members of the VDMA Working Group OE-A (Organic and Printed Electronics Association), which is in close contact with the Association Printing and Paper Technology.

Professor Baumann, how do you define “Industrial Printing”?

Prof. Dr. Reinhard R. Baumann: In my view, it is first of all the mass production of print products for different markets. The existing print technical knowledge can be used for products and markets beyond traditional printing. Previously it mainly addressed human vision and partly also touch and smell. This is still true as far as decorative, textile and packaging printing is concerned. However, there are also new applications that cannot be perceived byhuman senses. As a result, printed electronics give access to very interesting markets. Yet it is still open who will serve them.

Which “printed functionalities” are in the focus at Fraunhofer ENAS?

Baumann: Our aim is to print defined patterns of materials on preferably flexible substrates using any kind of liquids. These patterns must satisfy highest demands as to precision and layer thickness without post-processing. For printing, silver and other, often very expensive conductor and semi-conductor materials based on nanoparticles are used.In addition, UV inks as insulators are also used. Conductors, semi-conductors and insulators are the basic components of electronics. They can be used to produce printed circuit boards with resistors, diodes and transistors, but also batteries and antennas. The advantage: Material is only deposited where it is really needed. Compared with etching and laser processes, the amount of material used, the processing time and the expenditure for production as well as recycling are lower. In addition, vacuum or clean room conditions are not requiredfor printing. Nevertheless, the efficiency level in transistor printing is more than 90 percent. We have printed ten thousands of them, have continuously improved the parameters and geometries and have found out: The smaller the transistors, the more reliable the process. Here, it`s not about highly complex microchips, but there are definitely applications

Which ones?

Baumann: Printed sensor networks in which we print large-area sensors. Or individually designed, environmentally friendly zinc manganese dioxide batteries. We can scale their energy contents and design them for the respective application. Our antennas are geared to theultra-high frequency(UHF) range – for instance,for RFID labels and even higher communication frequencies.The use of RFID in logistics was rather weak because the labels produced in large quantities worked only partially. This was often due to the dielectric environment. We adjust the shape of the antenna to the specific application and thus achievea highly reliable communication.The RFID technology functions consistently goodwhen we work on a three-dimensional basis, for instance, by printing antennas on the folding edges of a package. We also develop printed functions for the interior and exterior of cars and aeroplanes. Furthermore, there are other interesting markets:Thelab-on-chip technology for which weprint membranes using inkjet processes and where we can exactly scale their pore sizes.

Do you use traditional printing methods or rather digital methods?

Baumann:We use both. On the one hand, we use screen and gravure printing processes with which we, inter alia, produce very homogeneous, precise layer thicknesses in fuel cells. Gravure printing is also the process of choice for high-resolution patterns. However, we above all use digital inkjet methods since they enable us to process a huge variety of inks. We have inkjet heads that apply nearly every liquid. Considering the high price of inks, it is important to minimize the ink volumes in the inking system.

To which extent do the workflow and the associated measurement technology change?

Baumann:When you look at the process from the data source to the end product, it is a production technology like any other. Here, the printing machine is just one of a large number of output systems. Quality inspection, however, is very demanding. Visional inspection methods ensure production only to a limited extent.Other measurement methods are, for example, required when ceramic inks with piezoelectric properties are used. This opens up an important field of research which will be crucial for the broader application of functional printing.

Do you see your research as part of printing technology or rather of microelectronics?

Baumann:I see it as a general production technology within the scope of which we use printing technology in order to integrate innovative functions into products. What we understand by it can be explained by looking atthe “Go Beyond 4.0” Fraunhofer lead project, which I am coordinating, as an example. We explore the application of printing methods for wireless touch functions in the interior of automobiles, the printing of sensors directly onto fibre composites, for instance, on aeroplane wings as well as individualized lighting systems. Our aim is to manufacture products from quantity 1 in networked process chains. Digital functional printing is optimally suited for individualisation in mass production. The digital printing method converts data directly into functions which are then deposited in the production line exactly where a customer needs them. Furthermore: at lower cost, with less usage of material and utmost reliability. This approach goes far beyond Industry 4.0 and will work in different industries. Together with a partner company in Chemnitz, we develop the modular machines that are needed for that.

Market studies predict a strong global growth for industrial printing. Where do you see the most important growth sectors – from today`s perspective?

Baumann: The supporting industries are the automotive industry which needs new energy storage systems for electromobility and new engineering concepts for self-propelled vehicles, the aerospace industry as well as the microelectronics and lighting sectors with interesting niches for functional printing.

Coca-Cola has teamed up with Ardagh to create the most eye-catching packaging presentation for its limited edition Star Wars: The Last Jedi Coca-Cola Zero Sugar bottles.

Each 25cl shaped aluminium bottle uses the award winning high definition, high resolution printing expertise of Ardagh’s specialist plant in Beaurepaire, France to feature one of the film’s 6 main characters.

These highly collectable bottles celebrating the second film in the Star Wars sequel trilogy are available from selected retailers in the UK, France and Benelux to coincide with the film’s release in December 2017.

Marc Bettinger, Sales Director Aluminium Packaging, Ardagh Group – Metal Division, commented: “It is an honour for us to be associated with one of the most iconic film franchises over the past half century, and to produce another striking limited edition shaped aluminium bottle for Coca-Cola.”

Iggesund Paperboard’s both mills – in Iggesund, Sweden, and Workington, England - have been awarded the highest rating for sustainability in an evaluation done by the EcoVadis firm of analysts. EcoVadis provides the leading system for assessing and marking the suppliers of global companies and has evaluated more than 25,000 suppliers. Companies using EcoVadis include Coca Cola, Johnson & Johnson, Nestlé, L’Oréal and Heineken.​

“This is not the first confirmation that Iggesund Paperboard and its parent company, the Holmen Group, have a very strong sustainability programme,” comments Johan Granås, Sustainability Communications Manager at Iggesund. “Over time the issues raised have changed from being purely environmental ones to now encompassing the entire field of sustainability, including its financial and social dimensions.”

In the last ten-year period the Holmen Group has appeared on indexes of the world’s 100 most sustainable companies, drawn up by both the UN’s Global Compact and the Corporate Knights. The Holmen Group has also been singled out several times as a leader in the work against climate change by the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP).

“It’s becoming more and more important to be able to document your sustainability work so that customers know where you stand in this regard. That’s where the EcoVadis system comes in,” Granås says. “EcoVadis and similar systems are a major advance in simplifying the exchange of information between customers and suppliers.

“It’s easy to point to business deals where Iggesund’s sustainability position was a decisive factor, and the importance of these issues will only increase in future,” he adds.

First-class sustainability work is an important prerequisite for being able to make deals with major brand owners, who are now often leading the move towards a more sustainable society.

“We believe that our customers, the brand owners and ourselves are all winners in this trend towards more openness regarding sustainability,” Granås emphasises. “And of course it’s very pleasing to see we’re already ranked so highly today.”

St. Croix Falls, WI November 9, 2017 - Post Press Specialties and Kluge (Brandtjen & Kluge) teamed up to make history with the installment of Kluge's NEW machine - the ApexFoil. In1994 Post Press Specialties opened its doors and has had the pleasure of helping their customers finish strong. As one of the largest and most capable bindery and finishing companies in the Midwest with over 100 pieces of automated printing finishing equipment, Post Press has added the ApexFoil to their list of equipment.

The ApexFoil is an evolution of the Kluge EHD/EHF Series of Presses and is designed to significantly reduce set-up and make-ready time and expand the capability of the press, and the substrates that can be processed. "Kluge's last a long time." said Andy Humble, President/Owner Post Press Specialties. "This machine replaces a 1971 Kluge machine. The ApexFoil reduces our make-readies, runs faster, improves efficiencies and quality of work being produced."

The key properties of foil stamping are simple to identify: Time, Temperature and Tonnage. Operators can use the ApexFoil's Compass™ control system that includes patented features to control the "3-T's" Time, Temperature and Tonnage. Compass allows operators to greatly reduce and in some cases, eliminate make-ready on every job. "We were driven to develop the ApexFoil in response to customer feedback and a clear understanding of their evolving business needs." said Michael Aumann, CEO of Kluge, "The functionality of this innovative new product will allow for better efficiency and more output in an ever-changing workflow environment driven by digital print technology."

Kluge is excited to introduce this machine to the print finishing market. The ApexFoil offers major necessary innovations in application range, make-ready and efficiency.

When Apple CEO Tim Cook wanted to discover more about the sustainability work that lies behind the paperboard material Invercote, he visited the forest outside Iggesund in Sweden. The manufacturer, Iggesund Paperboard, is part of the Holmen forest industry group and is at the forefront of sustainability. Present to discuss with Tim Cook were Holmen’s CEO Henrik Sjölund and Iggesund Paperboard’s CEO Daniel Peltonen.​

Holmen has repeatedly ranked among the world’s most sustainable companies, with its sustainably managed forest as a cornerstone of that achievement. “A visit to the breathtaking forests of northern Sweden with @IggesundAB, our partners in innovation and sustainable packaging,” tweeted Cook after his visit to Iggesund. The Apple CEO also planted his own tree in Iggesund’s forests as he followed the whole process from forest management to finished packaging.

“For Holmen it is self-evident to start with sustainable forestry. We grow trees with an 80 to 90-year time frame, with the timber being used to build houses. We make the paperboard from pulpwood from the forest and chips from the sawmill. Iggesund is a good example of a climate-smart combine where we feed in forest raw materials and produce bioenergy, paper pulp and paperboard. Major investments over a long time plus a system in balance are a prerequisite for a sustainable value chain. The Iggesund combine binds 0.7 million tonnes of CO2.” So stated Holmen’s CEO Henrik Sjölund on the occasion of the visit by the company with the world’s biggest market capitalisation.

Invercote, the material in packaging for Apple among others, comes from Iggesund Mill and well-managed forests.

“We have been harvesting and maintaining Swedish forests in a traditional and sustainable way for the past 400 years. Everything starts with long-term sustainable forestry. For us it is natural to work in a climate-compensating way and based on a value chain where all stages are important,” concluded Holmen’s CEO Henrik Sjölund.

There is a very special history behind why Iggesund is a supplier to Apple. It was the company’s legendary founder and former CEO Steve Jobs who decided that Iggesund would supply the material for Apple’s packaging. Employees travelled around the world and collected possible materials. When the samples were later presented at the headquarters in Cupertino, Jobs pointed to Invercote from Iggesund and said: “This is the one we want.”

A strong and multi-disciplinary collaboration between 3 former Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) students—Robin Patel (CAST ’11), Marc Hyman (CAST ’06) and Ken Wong (CAST ’86)—has resulted in the successful creation of an award-winning, industry-disrupting start-up e-commerce website called The Packaging Company.

The Packaging Company was launched in 2016 as a North American-based online retailer. Its focus recognizes and assists in the challenges that all retailers face with their packaging processes after checkout. In today’s constantly growing world of e-commerce, every business requires its own custom packaging solutions. The Packaging Company provides packaging materials and custom packaging options to businesses of all sizes and types, without the need for unreasonable minimum order quantities or tiered pricing breaks. This focus on making quality packaging options available to all potential users means The Packaging Company is truly changing the way companies do business in the worlds of e-commerce and packaging.

As a testament to their progress and success, The Packaging Company has recently been recognized by Canada Post, being named winner of the prestigious “Most Disruptive Start-Up Award” at the 2017 Canada Post E-commerce Innovation AwardsTM. For more information on The Packaging Company, read our Newswire.ca press release.

In appreciation of the successful formative years provided by RIT, The Packaging Company is pleased to share with all members of the RIT community—past and present alike—a 10% discount on all products we carry.

Noida, 23 October 2017: Veetee - one of the largest rice suppliers in the United Kingdom had been facing four obstacles that were stymying its overall brand value (a) Diminished shelf appeal of the big bags at the point of sale (POS) (b) Ergonomic discomfiture to consumers while carrying the bags (c) Restricted openabilty of the bags posing difficulty in accessing the product (d) Poor stackability quotient with frequent slipping of bags.

Being India’s largest multinational flexible packaging materials and Solution Company, Uflex approached Veetee with a holistic solution to plug these gaps so that the true potential of the brand could be unleashed.

Uflex offered Veetee a stunning three dimensional pack with front openability through a Slide to Close (STC) zipper. The front, back and bottom panels of the pack are a 3 ply structure comprising Stackable Polyester/ Metallized Polyester/ Polyethylene (Sealant layer). The side panels/gussets are made of Polyester/ Polyester/Polyethylene that make it convenient to have a provision for transparent windows on either side so that the consumers could see through the rice packed inside and make an informed choice. The re-closable feature of the bag allows consumers to retrieve only the required amount of product at a time and using the rest later without hampering the quality or aroma. Thus the barrier properties of the bag remain intact through-out the prescribed shelf life of the product.

Mr. Anup Sachdeva, Joint President Packaging (Global Exports) at Uflex says, “One of the major pain points that Veetee had been facing was the stiff punch handle that their erstwhile European converter was offering. These punched handles used to almost slit the fingers of the consumers buying 10-15 kg bulk packs. In the bespoke packaging solution that we engineered for Veetee Rice, we have offered a handle that’s on the side gusset. It is baby soft and is made of a special proprietary polymeric composition. No other convertor across the world has been able to offer such a soft side handle. When consumers hold the rice pack through side handle the centre of gravity of the load shifts downwards. This reduces the potential energy of the pack concomitantly lessening the strain in the hands of the consumers. This is pure Physics!

It is for these soft handles that the filling productivity of the packers actually shoots up. Let’s understand this little better. Usually when the side handles are stiff they do not completely flatten in the side gusset as a result of which lesser number of preformed packs can be fed in the magazine of the filling & sealing machine. With hard and stiff side handles, the number of packs per magazine hover somewhere around 20-25, whereas with our baby soft handle the number of packs per magazine goes up to ashigh as 125-150. Not only does this increase the filling efficiency/productivity but also slashes down the labour cost of the packer.”

Mr. Sachdeva further adds, “Veetee wanted an augmented shelf appeal for the brand to stand out in an already inundated retail shelf. Trusting our capabilities, Veetee gave us a free hand to modify its artwork. Our pre-press department did an exceptionally good job with the graphics which the Management of Veetee quite liked and approved rather instantaneously. This was further topped up with high definition reversed rotogravure printing. The rotogravure cylinder for this job was manufactured at our fully automatic robotic laser engraving line which ensures unmatched consistency in printing besides offering High Definition image re-production capability of 6,400 DPI. We used the Extended Gamut Printing Process (EG-7) on the rotogravure press in this case to infuse standardization of printing. The Packaging was not printed as a combination of CMYK and spot inks. The press was standardized on CMYK + 3 extra/special inks (orange, green & blue). By adding extra colours to the traditional CMYK range, we were able to achieve more and better colour without any printing variations that cause visual aberrations. This actually worked wonders in getting that unmistakable and alluring shelf appeal that the client had been yearning for. The pack being Three Dimensional (3D) has 5 panels that are fully utilised for offering a 360 degree branding canvas emphatically engaging the consumers at the point of sale (POS).

To address the slippage issues while stacking, we used Stackable Polyester as the top substrate/layer (in the laminate) which has high coefficient of friction preventing the bags from slipping thereby maintaining orderliness in the stack. Our Films Business has engineered this special stackable polyester film. Conventionally paper with high coefficient of friction has been used and placed under each layer of stack during the process of palletization. This paper itself used to be as expensive as one sterling pound per sheet. Added to that, the labour cost of manually applying these sheets during the process of stacking further made the entire proposition even more expensive. The pack that we have engineered for Veetee clearly obviates these costs. This again is a bigmerit. In the nutshell we have been able to address all the 4 sore points that their brand was grappling with. With our innovation and end-to- end flexible packaging solution oriented approach we have been able to replace the European Convertor that Veetee had been working with for very many years. The narrative does not end here. Owing to this complete metamorphosis in its packaging Veetee Rice packs have successfully made inroads in to the top notch retail chains across the UK and are doing phenomenally well.

A packaging that has been conceived and manufactured in India is going great guns in the United Kingdom. This is indeed a big win!!! We are getting a lot of enquiries from Europe and Middle East for similar packaging solution.”

Mr. Ashok Chaturvedi, Chairman & Managing Director, Uflex Limited expressing his joy over this rechristened packaging for Veetee Rice said, “The converting/ packaging experts at Uflex systematically looked into each of the four pain points of the brand and came up with appropriate solutions as antidote. Now this is what I call real value addition that is helping our client in the UK to unleash its brand potential to the fullest.”

RPC Sæplast is introducing a range of round storage containers into the European and American markets that combine easy handling with optimum product quality during processing.

Initially developed in cooperation with the company’s customers in Asia, the new round tubs, available in 600 and 660 litre sizes, represent a departure from the more traditional insulated container design, while still offering effective protection and ease of use for a wide range of food products, in particular shrimp, tilapia and squid production.

The roto moulded double-layered container, made from food-grade polypropylene, offers excellent hygiene and outstanding product protection. The tough exterior and robust construction ensure long-term durability and easy washdown.

At the same time, the rounded contours are particularly suitable to enable even stirring of products, while the double insulation allows stable temperatures to be maintained during soaking. In addition, the round design reduces ice consumption.

The tubs are manufactured in FDA/USDA and EU approved material, are inter-stackable up to three high, and easy to handle with a pallet jack or forklift. As with all Sæplast containers, they can be personalised with customer logos and specified with a variety of tracking options including barcode, QR code and RFID technology.

IndiaCorr Expo 2017, the key annual event and the largest professional gathering of corrugated packaging, saw the best result in its 5 th year. The three-day event with ICCMA Congress took place from 14 th to 16 th September at India Expo Mart, Greater Noida. The best ever participation of 200+ exhibitors from 11 nations was a comprehensive success, breaking all the records set in previous editions. Over 5750 visitors (round about 34% increase from last year) on 10,000 sqm of gross exhibition space have confirmed impressively that, IndiaCorr is an event not to be missed.

The new concept, quality, idea and dimensions addressed all the trends and issues that shape the corrugated packaging world. The event was officially inaugurated by top industry stakeholders accompanied by business professionals. IndiaCorr Expo together with ICCMA congress gathered 390+ conference delegates. The show not only displayed a wide variety of products and technologies, but also shared industry perspective. Exhibitors and visitors both conducted very good to excellent contacts and business deals.

More Dimensions…Great Enthusiasm…

The show nearly covered 100+ products on the show floor covering the gamut from corrugated box making machinery, printing machinery, ancillary equipment, paper, testing equipment and box designing software. There were 74 new companies who have debuted in the exhibition. The show witnessed 52 product launches from Emba, Senior Paper, A.S. Print, Robus India, Ajit Industries, Valco Melton, Mosca, Erhardt+Leimer India Pvt. Ltd., Jhalani Kamleh and many more.

Many of the new technologies including paper corrugation; die-cutting; automatic corrugated board-making; sheet-cutting; sheet pasting and pressing; cutting and creasing; corrugation box stitching; die-punching; flexo printing; honey comb; lamination; slitting and rewinding and rigid box manufacturing machines were on display at the exhibition.

Internationality at its Best…

IndiaCorr and India Folding Carton welcomed 5700+ high-quality visitors this year – more than ever before. The show not only gathered Indian visitors but overseas as well from China, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Japan, Middle East and African countries. Survey conducted during theshow indicated that 51% visitors visited to keep themselves updated on product innovations and 82% visitors stated that they met their objectives at the exhibition. Most of the visitors were directly involved in investment decisions. They were truly satisfied with the broad spectrum and the presence of market leaders at the event. Corrugated case manufacturers, suppliers, investors, corrugated packaging professionals were some of the areas of the visitors present at the show.

This year the exhibitors were also from several new countries including UK, Singapore, U.A.E. and Hong Kong who displayed several next-generation systems to meet changing production demands. Overall, the internationality was evident and IndiaCorr set a new record in this respect.

Supporting Programme – ICCMA Congress

Taking into account the hot topics across the sector this year, a series of talk sessions conducted at ICCMA Congress. The 3-day conference programme assembled 425 delegates, renowned motivational speaker and eminent speakers from WestRock, PwC, NTTF & KPMG who discussed the status of corrugated packaging industry and what portends for the industry in the future. The conference served as the gateway to the Indian market and as a venue for finding business partners.

The show also featured leading companies in three dedicated zones – Paper Zone, Digital Printing Zone and Ink Zone.

Backbone of the Industry – Associations, Sponsors and Media Partners

IndiaCorr Expo really appreciate the support it got from leading industry associations including National Small Industries Corporation Ltd. (NSIC), Delhi Printers’ Association (DPA), All India Printing Ink Manufacturers Association (AIPIMA) and Packaging Industry Association of India (PIAI).

The sponsors were Silver Partner – B.K.G. Corrugating Rolls, Lanyard Partner, Paper Technologist Papers – TechnoKraft.

See you next year from 04-05- 06 October 2018 at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon (E), Mumbai

Systemata, software manufacturer from Dinkelsbuehl, presents IC Label, a RIP-based software for design, management and color-consistent reproduction of digitally printed labels in small and medium runs at Label Expo (Brussels, September 25th to 28th). The special feature is the integrated color management. The software solution is unique: it combines numerous functions of different, existing programs and offers an excellent price-performance-ratio.

Active since 27 years in the graphic arts industry, Systemata distributes using 400 dealers into more than 100 countries. With its software »Transfer RIP« Systemata is the market leader with almost 5000 installations worldwide. »IC Label« now focuses on the future market for digital label printing.

“If the label is used as an advertising medium, professional color management solutions are missing in the area of small and medium print runs, in order to produce color-sensitive label production with regard to design, administration and personalization. To eliminate this bottleneck, an expert team was formed to develop and market the IC Label solution“, says Thomas Nauck, chief developer of Systemata.

Software Solution IC Label in Detail

IC Label has an integrated design manager for label design and provides variable data output with barcode and QR code support. Individualization via database connection and simple organization through label management are possible. IC Label enables professional print data creation with cutting and finishing marks for sheet and roll processing in digital printing. The special feature is color management for color-consistent reproduction using ICC profiles and device links. The IC label printer and the IC Label Media allow the output on certified printers and media. The software solution will be available from April 2018 for Windows and Mac.

About Systemata

Software manufacturer Systemata offers individual software development, such as individual printing and prepress solutions. Systemata has 27 years of experience with open data handling in prepress, as well as relevant know-how in the complete development of prepress software, such as sheet assembly, workflow solutions, rip systems, correction systems, media management systems and printer drivers. Systemata masters the programming of postscript, PDF, color management, CIP, trapping, raster generation, database publishing. For the platforms: windows, mac, linux, iOS and the programming languages C, C ++, AppleScript, RealBasic, Xojo, SQL, Filemaker, HTML, PHP.

About Systemata ́s »Intelligent Color«

Systemata ́s Division: »Intelligent Color« is the world‘s first supplier of color management for small and medium run label printing. The IC Label software solution ensures the color-consistent reproduction of labels. The team around chief developer Thomas Nauck specializes in extraordinary software solutions. The most popular product: IC Transfer is in use with almost five thousand installations worldwide.

About RGF

RGF consists of 42 specialist dealers and 5 members of the RGF Consulting team. The network generates over 250 million euros of external sales and holds 16 strategic partnerships within the industry. RGF is a community founded in 1985 according to the principle of genocide. As dealer network, interest representati- on, purchasing and marketing community. The RGF members address different B2B target markets around professional printing applications. The core competencies are: color management, digital printing, PDF, media and special applications.

Absolut Rainbow is the latest of Absolut Vodka’s outstanding bottles to push the boundaries of creativity, and is also the winner of Best Bottle in Glass at the World Beverage Innovation Awards.

As 2017 is the 50th anniversary of the decriminalisation of homosexuality in England and Wales, the Absolut Rainbow bottle has been designed to represent Gilbert Baker’s iconic pride flag and includes the quote ‘Taking pride in diversity’ on the back.

From the very beginnings of the brand in the clubs of New York, Absolut and the LGBTQ community have had a strong relationship, and Absolut has championed the community for many years with several beautifully designed limited-edition bottles.

Craig Johnson, Absolut VP of Global Marketing, explains:

“Absolut’s founder L.O. Smith, a pioneer for human rights in his time, established his passion for openness in the brand DNA from our launch in 1879. Over 135 years later, we’ve continued this legacy through numerous programs that support both freedom of expression through the arts, and the freedom to be and love whomever you choose, through working with the LGBTQ community. The Rainbow Edition marks our ongoing commitment as we are including it as a new permanent bottle into our collection.”

The pride flag is depicted in brush strokes, intended to convey a ‘hand-made’ look, in-keeping with the brand’s artistic heritage and tapping into the wider trend for craft spirits. Ardagh Group achieved the design using 100% organic colours.

The brief was to create a flag that feels as if it’s been newly painted onto the bottle. During the design phase,Ardagh collaborated closely with agencies Pond Design and Destrito, and experimentedwith numerous techniques and tools such as brushes, rollers and spray cans; the results show visible, hand-made ‘imperfections’ that signal action, immediacy and involvement.

The vivid colours contrast with the white logo and transparent glass, making the Rainbow bottle a bold, creative and eye-catching feature on the spirits shelf.

Fredrik Kallqvist, Product Development Manager at Ardagh Group, Limmared in Sweden, comments:

“The positioning and colour of the logo and the ‘Taking pride in diversity’ quote were chosen to create optimum stand-out in relation to the flag’s colours. The colours were applied in two separate passages to allow the colours to flow, making the design look totally seamless.”

Both Ardagh Group and Absolut Vodka were thrilled when Absolut Rainbow was awarded Best Bottle in Glass at the World Beverage Innovation Awards which took place at Drinktec 2017 in Munich, Germany on 15 September.

There is no doubt that one of the stars of the recent International Space Station (ISS) missions has been the French astronaut Thomas Pesquet, whose interesting and amusing reports have captivated audiences throughout the world. But when he returned to earth this Summer, he was quick to salute the role that the aluminium cans, produced by Ardagh Group for Hénaff, a Breton based pate manufacturer, played to improve his time in space.

“This is certainly one of our more unusual applications, but it really does show how some of the inherent advantages of the aluminium can – its light weight, ease of opening, preservation of taste without preservatives, compactness for storage without refrigeration – is so conducive to catering in space”, explains Laurent Cordier, Sales Director Food at Ardagh Group’s metal division.

The gourmet space cargo, devised by renowned chef Thierry Marx, included Lucullus beef tongue, a supreme Poultry with morels and a pressed gingerbread with exotic fruits. This mouth-watering fare, perfectly prepared, conditioned and preserved in cans by the team at Hénaff, brought considerable pleasure to Thomas and his five ISS colleagues.

This is a reminder that GlobalVision will be launching its new cutting-edge scanning technology at Labelexpo Europe 2017,

We’re also excited to tell you about the enhanced 4.1 desktop version of our unified Quality Control Platform, with software advancements including faster speed of loading files and faster inspection time, and our cloud-based deployment available in HTML5.

You will also hear about our integration with Esko’s workflow server Automation Engine 16, which GlobalVision’s automated proofreading software solutions to provide all-in-one quality assurance at every stage of the workflow process, including inspection of printed materials.

Please join us on September 27, at 10:15am in the press room, where all will be revealed!

You’ll be able to see the new scanners and our latest advancements in quality control tools first-hand in Hall 3, stand 3D65.

Inaugurating the 12th edition of ‘Annapoorna – World of Food India’ at Mumbai, Smt Harsimrat Kaur Badal, Union Minister For Food Processing Industries said that food consumption patterns are now being driven by quality, health and convenience and Indian food companies need to upgrade technology to be competitive in the global markets as also focus on ready-to-eat food products.

The Union Minister was in Mumbai to inaugurate this major B2B platform for the Indian Food &Beverage market organized by KoelnmesseYA Tradefair Pvt Ltd. and the Federation of Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FICCI).

The inaugural ceremony was graced by Mr. Rashesh Shah, Senior Vice President, FICCI & CEO, Edelweiss Group, Shri Rajiv Aggarwal, Joint Secretary, Department of Industrial Policy &Promotion(DIPP), Govt. of India, Mr. Kumar Rajagopalan, CEO, Retailers Association of India (RAI), and Mr. Tomasz Kozlowski, Ambassador, European Union who shared their immense knowledge about the Food sector.

India is the World's second largest producer of fruits and vegetables. Indian food and grocery market is the world's sixth largest, with retail contributing 70 per cent of the sales. Food has also been one of the largest segments in India's retail sector and is expected to reach US$ 894.98 billion by 2020

Being held at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon East from 14th – 16th September 2017, ANNAPOORNA WORLD OF FOOD features over 250 Exhibitors from 18 Countries and also has a European Union Pavilion alongwith a number of state government pavilions. Exhibitors at Annapoorna are showcasing a wide range of products and technologies including Alcoholic and Non-alcoholic Drinks, Bread and Baked Products, Conserves, Spices, Fine/Health/Baby Foods, Food Additives and Ingredients, Fish, Shellfish and Seafood, products, Frozen Food Products, Fruit and Vegetable Products, Grocery Products, Meat and Poultry, Milk, Dairy and Ice Cream Products, Raw Material, Rice and Rice Products, Sweets and Confectionery etc.

ANNAPOORNA WORLD OF FOOD has a series of supporting activities like a Seminar with eminent speakers from across the globe, Live cooking sessions, Wine tasting sessions by reputed institutes and Live demonstration of state-of-the-art food service equipment.

Indian States i.e. Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Odisha, Maharashtra and Gujarat are showcasing their investible projects in the Food sector amongst the International delegates & investors. With the theme " Jewels of India, Made in India, Made for World", the Geographical Indications pavilion by Department of Industrial Policy & promotion(DIPP) was the attraction of the show wherein over 50 GI’s from across the nation are being showcased which include vast variety of products from all over the country.

This unique event is a must attend for professionals associated with Airlines, Bakeries, Cash & Carry Markets /Hypermarkets, Clubs and Resorts, Departmental Stores, Fast Food Chains, Food Caterers, Food Manufacturers, Food Service Institutions, Hotels, Restaurants and Bars, Importers, Distributors, Wholesalers and Retailers, Packaging and Distribution Centers, Supermarkets, Grocery & Convenience Stores etc. Over 6000 decision makers are likely to visit this event over 3 days.

International Food Service India, India's unique food service show for catering and retail technology is being held concurrently with Annapoorna, creating perfect synergy for both visitors and exhibitors. With an expected growth rate of over 25%, Indian fast food sector is attracting investments from leading global players who are looking for International standard food service &retail technology. For further details logon towww.worldoffoodindia.com or www.foodservice-india.com

Hobgoblin, one of the UK’s leading and most recognisable beer brands, is now available in a 5L Ardagh Group beer keg for both its Ruby and Gold versions to take advantage of growth in the off trade for the mini keg format.

The brand’s owner, Marston’s, chose the Ardagh keg because of a new serving system developed by Ardagh to provide a smoother ‘pull and tap’ action. This innovation provides drinkers with the same experience of a pint being poured in their favourite pub as they consume their favourite beer at home. O

Other important features of the keg are a new venting system, an airtight resealable plug that increases shelf life by several days once the keg is opened, and a large surface area that takes full advantage of the product’s highly distinctive branding , which is superbly reproduced at Ardagh’s specialist keg manufacturing plant in Germany.

Neil Chapman, Production Site Manager at Marston’s explained: “The keg is an increasingly important part of our packaging portfolio, and we are absolutely delighted to be working with Ardagh Group to take full advantage of their 5L keg with new tapping system. I’m sure that both existing and new customers will enjoy the experience of consuming their favourite beer from this keg in their homes or on special occasions.”

Ardagh’s range of kegs includes the Top Keg Plus, available in 3.1 and 5 litre, with an integrated CO2 pressure control system to keep the chilled beer fresh for up to 30 days. Both types of kegs can be filled on existing filling lines. Metal kegs are impermeable and provide a total barrier against light, gas and oxygen, are unbreakable and impact-resistant to keep the precious content safe.

Marston’s uses Ardagh kegs on other brands including Devil’s Backbone, Pedigree and Wainwrights.

From September 11 to September 15, kegs with the innovative tapping system will be on display at Ardagh Group’s booth in Hall A1, Stand 539 at Drinktec in Munich, Germany.

Troisdorf, August 2017 | The financial year closed June 30, 2017 not only brought good results for the Reifenhäuser Group, but provides for excellent perspectives on the highly competitive global markets also in the future. The novelties and advancements presented at the leading trade shows over the past twelve months found a great deal of resonance among customers worldwide and were rewarded with a significant number of new orders.

Ulrich Reifenhäuser, Managing Director of the family company run by the third generation says: "We have achieved our objectives one hundred percent. The world's leading "K" show in October 2016 and the nonwovens trade fair INDEX held this April were excellent platforms to present to the worldwide plastics processing industries true innovations which fully deserve to be described as such.“

For example, a comprehensive range of the newest film technologies was showcased at K 2016, while new developments in the nonwoven area were unveiled at INDEX. With RF5 technology Reifenhäuser Reicofil launched a new line generation setting new standards in terms of quality, output, uptime, efficiency and machine intelligence. Reifenhäuser could sustainably enhance the position of the technology leader.