LMG Hoym to construct Euro 50M aluminum die-cast production facility

Contrary to current trends in the aluminum industry, LMG Manufacturing GmbH in Seeland/Hoym is expanding its production and investing 50 million euros in a new production hall with four production lines.

Vonco acquires Genesis Plastics Welding to broaden services and product lines

Vonco, a plastic products and packaging manufacturer, has acquired Genesis Plastics Welding, an ISO 13485-certified thermoplastics contract manufacturer, to expand its innovative services and product lines, including bioprocessing, cell separation, and blood bags. The acquisition will also expand Vonco's plastic contract manufacturing capabilities within its current line of medical products.

Sussex IM, Inc. appoints new leadership team to drive growth

Sussex IM, a custom plastic injection molder in Wisconsin, has appointed new leadership to position the company for growth, including CEO Megan Tzanoukakis and new CTO, COO, and CFO. Sussex IM provides design-for-manufacturing expertise and third-party management relations for production molding and integrated value-added operations.

NOVA Chemicals launches recycled polyethylene resin for sustainable food packaging

NOVA Chemicals launched SYNDIGO rPE-0860-FC, its first FDA-compliant high-density recycled polyethylene resin for food contact applications. The resin is sourced from natural high-density polyethylene milk jugs and offers a lower-emission option for flexible and rigid food packaging. This is part of the company's sustainability strategy to reduce plastic waste and carbon footprint.

Oldroyd reduces environmental impact with KraussMaffei technology and sea plastics

Oldroyd, a Norwegian company, uses recycled materials and innovative technology to produce spacers for tunnel construction. Oldroyd collects sea plastics, recycles them to produce spacers, and collaborates with KraussMaffei for efficient automation and cutting-edge technologies. This collaboration exemplifies how innovation, sustainability, and collaboration can lead to success in business.

interpack 2023: Romaco innovations from powder processing to pallet

With its one-stop solutions for the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, food, cosmetics and chemical industries, Romaco covers the process chain from powder processing to the finished pallet.

igus' FastLine offers custom injection-moulded plain bearings in just seven days

igus has launched FastLine, a service for the automotive industry that allows customers to order custom injection-moulded plain bearings in just seven days using an online configurator. igus' iform team uses 3D models to program CNC machines, reducing production time from six weeks to seven days.

Firmenich confirms anti-trust probes into fragrances sector

Swiss company Firmenich says that certain competition authorities commenced an industry wide investigation into the fragrances sector.

Votator II heat exchanger provides flexibility and speed for food processors

SPX FLOW, Inc has released an updated version of its vertical scraped surface heat exchanger.

Vegan protein Yeastin shows excellent sustainability in Life Cycle Assessment

Study shows protein from brewer's spent yeast (BSY) is significantly more resource-efficient as a basis for burger patties than pea or beef protein.

Coles enters Thai food market through Central Food Retail Company

The agreement between Coles and Central Food Retail Company (CFR) will open new opportunities for Australian farmers and producers in Thailand’s health food and drinks market.

interpack 2023: GEA showcases innovations for food processing

Technology group GEA will be at interpack to demonstrate its engineering expertise in the fields of meat, meat alternatives, cheese, bakery, confectionery, and pastry products.