Packaging
Polymer Tech Innovations To Star At 'NPE2015 Startup Garage'
Expect to see at least twelve startup ventures with exciting new technologies at the 'NPE2015 Startup Garage' exhibitions.
Read MoreMetabolix To Significantly Boost PHA Production
Plans are underway at Metabolix to increase output of PHA biopolymers.
Read MoreReedy International Gets New Name
Along with new headquarters, Reedy International has the new name of Reedy Chemical Foam & Specialty Additives.
Read MoreWellman Plastics Recycling Part Of Shanghai Prett Composites
Wellman Plastics Recycling is being acquired by automotive plastics compounder Shanghai Pret Composites.
Read MoreSPI Launches Sustainability Benchmarking Tool
With the launch of its Sustainability Benchmarking Tool this month, SPI will host a webinar. "Zero Waste Zone" at NPE 2015 further supports effort.
Read MoreSIPA Acquires Automa PET Bottle Machine Line
SIPA adds rotary single-stage machines to its arsenal.
Read MoreFirst Hot-Fill PET Jar With Metal Lug Closure
Amcor wins the race to give PET pasta-sauce jars that satisfying "pop" on opening.
Read MoreNews in Hot Runners & Tooling At Fakuma 2014
Novelties included variable-pitch manifolds, mold servo controls, 3D printed plastic mold inserts, and flexible/formable cooling channels.
Read MoreSlower Growth for Packaging
Packaging is tied to consumer goods spending, and growth for both may be at peak levels.
Read MoreBOPP Processor Focuses on Specialties
At one time, BI-AX International produced millions of pounds of BOPP film a year for a wide range of commodity products. But it has since transitioned toward higher-value niche products for medical and packaging.
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