Sugar boosts memory in older adults

Glucose, compared to artificial sweetener, enhances the memory of older adults, motivates them to work harder and puts them in a good mood even when doing difficult tasks, says a University of Warwick study.  

M'SIA-PLAS highlights vibrant sectors

M’SIA-PLAS 2018 (July 19-22) is Malaysia's leading event for plastic mould & die industries, and expects to attract over 10,000 visitors

Starbucks goes for strawless lids

Starbucks has designed a new lid that will eliminate more than 1 billion plastic straws a year  in its 28,000 stores by 2020.

Potato-based starches for cheese

Ingredion offers processed cheese manufacturers three kinds of potato-based starches that can improve product quality and help lower cost.  

Round-the-clock biscuit production

Andreas Schildknecht, product manager, Bosch Packaging Technology offers a checklist for site managers and production engineers engaged in biscuit production.      

FineTek electromagnetic flow meter

The EPD30 Electromagnetic Flow Meter offered by Finetek is certified by the International Organization of Legal Metrology (OIML). 

Jetstream Tooling delivers high-pressure coolant

Seco Tools has introduced Jetstream Tooling® high-pressure coolant technology for threading shank holders. 

BuildIT construction software platform

FARO® announces the release of BuildIT Construction (www.faro.com/BuildITConstruction/sg), a comprehensive verification software solution that enables confident management of all quality assurance and quality control processes throughout the building and facility lifecycle. 

Liftomatic releases below-hook drum handling system

Liftomatic Material Handling, Inc. recently expanded its line of innovative drum handling equipment to include the new model 3A-HD-BHDL, a below-hook drum handling system.  

World Cup fever

CHRISTIAN PHILIPPSEN, Managing Director, BENEO Asia Pacific shares how alternative carbohydrates such as Palatinose™ can alleviate the challenge manufacturers face in catering to consumers of different fitness requirements and physical intensities.  

Auto TIC demand high in Asia

The global $27.6Bn automotive TIC market is expected to hit to $27.66 billion in 2023 with Asia posting the highest demand. 

New compounds for auto interior

Kraiburg TPE expands portfolio with new compounds for soft-touch automotive interior applications