Changing factories in Asia one step at a time

“Local Expertise and Smart Manufacturing Vision” are two of the key highlights Norbert Seo, Bystronic Senior Vice President Market Division Asia and Australia emphasized during his welcome address at the recent Bystronic Competence Days in Niederönz, Switzerland.  

Water-based ultra-low VOC coating solution

Archroma to introduce new water-based ultra-low VOC coating technology

New sustainable films from DOMO

DOMO renames film business and introduces DOMO Film Solutions and Nyleen™ new sustainable BOPA and CPA films

Hillenbrand to acquire Milacron

Hillenbrand, Inc. is set to acquire Milacron Holdings Corp. in a $2-billion deal. 

Arlanxeo expands R&D network

Arlanxeo seeks to extend global R&D network through strategic collaboration with Dhahran Techno Valley Company in Saudi Arabia

Chang Woen and Indorama on achieving recycling goals

Exclusive video interview with Chang Woen Marketing Manager Ted Kao and Indorama Senior Manager for Recycling Division Henry Swaters. 

Azelis reveals new tagline

Azelis reveals its new brand promise and tagline: ‘Innovation through formulation’, reinforcing a whole-hearted commitment to technical leadership

K 2019: What to expect and other highlights

Preview of K 2019 - the products on exhibit and other highlights 

Bosch signs agreement with CVC Capital Partners

Bosch trusts its Packaging Technology division – announced for sale over a year ago – will be in good hands with CVC Capital Partners, a private equity and investment advisory firm with 24 offices across the globe  

Sandvik acquires stake in additive manufacturing provider

Sandvik has acquired a 30% stake in privately owned Italian company Beam IT, a leading provider of metal Additive Manufacturing (AM) services and advanced end-use components. 

igus unveils cost-effective automation option

From the "rohbot" to the robot: igus launches low-cost automation with plastic arm and online marketplace model 

Certified biodegradable plastics for films and bags

A study by ETH Zürich indicates BASF ecovio® contributes to closing the nutrient cycle towards a Circular Economy