Unilever is tying up with plastic collectors and recyclers in all developed countries and in large developing markets like India. Through them, it has committed itself to collect and processing around 600,000 tonnes of plastic annually.
The new innovation provides improved user control for more accurate dispensing, reduced messiness thanks to the automatic seal and a simple ‘pull to start and release to stop’ action for ease of use. Because it is constructed from lightweight materials and ergonomic injection moulded components, it is also more comfortable to use.
UPM Raflatac aims to minimize the use of virgin materials by offering sustainably sourced renewable options with recycled content like FSC-certified paper liners, as well as options for replacing fossil-based material with wood-based alternatives, such as new UPM Raflatac Forest Film™, the only product of its kind in the world.
Huhtamaki has agreed to acquire the assets and operations of Mohan Mutha Polytech Private Limited (MMPPL), a privately-owned flexible packaging manufacturer located in Sri City, Andhra Pradesh, India. The acquisition allows Huhtamaki to speed up its growth in India by improving its capability to serve the customers in South India.
UPM Raflatac’s intelligent label solution, RafMore by UPM Raflatac, is now available faster and more securely than ever thanks to a groundbreaking integration between Xeikon’s digital printing presses and Magic Add’s Internet of Packaging platform.
Launch of organic pigment range conforming to EN 13432 compostable criteria for packaging
More consumer appeal: biodegradable plastics can be colorful too!
AF-COLOR has implemented a palette of bio masterbatches based on Clariant’s new range
A successful joint development between Dow, brand owner RB, and converter Drukpol.Flexo has led to the creation of a new resealable pouch designed for recyclability and end-of-life disposal into existing recycling streams.
Dr.R.Rangaprasad, in a white paper titled ” Recycling of Flexible Packaging Structures” discusses the complexities of the subject & identifies the challenges involved in the goal to reach circular economy.
BERICAP, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of plastic closures, has developed a unique filling aid for AdBlue® tanks in vehicles.
Cosmo Films, a global leader in speciality films for flexible packaging, has recently added two new products to its synthetic paper portfolio.
In recent years, the rise of consumer demand for minimal processing, clean labels, preservative-free, healthy foods, along with the Save Foods initiative has promoted the trend for Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP).
A case study on Digital Technology to Manage Plastics Recyclables throws light on the practical approach for brands, governments and other stakeholders.
