Sulapac launches sustainable alternative for cosmetics packaging

Sulapac, a Finnish start-up, has launched Sulapac Luxe, a bio-based alternative to hard plastics for beauty packaging. It offers luxury performance without compromising quality, is recyclable, and is made from industrially compostable materials. Brands can choose from matte, glossy or natural appearances with various colour options.

Hyaluronic acid beauty products sales to reach USD4 billion by 2031

Strong demand for skin care products with anti-aging and hydrating characteristics propels the hyaluronic acid beauty products market, according to a study by Transparency Market Research.

Plastic injection moulding company OGM expands cleanroom facilities in Oxford factory

OGM is investing £500,000 to expand its cleanroom facilities in its Oxford factory by 25%, acquire two new machines, and expand the cleanroom machine operator team by six new roles. This is to meet the demand for plastic injection moulded parts for orthopaedic medical devices and automated surgical equipment.

Heat and Control returns to interpack

Heat and Control Asia Sales Manager Ricky Ong expects greater production efficiency, resource management and sustainability to be key talking points at this year’s interpack.

Delta features CNC controller NC5 series at TIMTOS 2023

Delta, a world-class provider of power management and industrial automation solutions, has announced its participation in the Taipei International Machine Tool Show 2023 (TIMTOS 2023) with the theme of "Cloud & On-Premises Integration for Sustainable Smart Manufacturing".

Circular Polymers by Ascend exhibiting recycled polymer feedstocks at Plastics Recycling Conference 2023

Circular Polymers by Ascend is showcasing its recycled polymer feedstocks at this year’s Plastics Recycling Conference. Ascend will also introduce its ReDefyne line of high-performance recycled polymers. The company aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 80% by 2030 with a sustainability strategy focused on people, innovation, and uncompromised operations.

Record-breaking NPE2024 exhibit space sales show industry resilience

NPE2024: The Plastics Show has sold a record-breaking 1,024,462 sq ft of exhibit space at its recent in-person event, with over 1,100 exhibitors and 1,259 booths. The trade show, set to take place in May 2024 in Orlando, Florida, is the largest plastics trade show in the Americas, with seven technology zones showcasing the latest advancements.

DSM Engineering Materials and DiFOLD collaborate on reusable foldable products

DSM Engineering Materials and DiFOLD have partnered to create sustainable foldable products, including the Origami foldable water bottle made from DSM's Arnitel Eco. DSM has committed to making bio- and recycled-based alternatives available for its entire portfolio by 2030.

Packaging against food waste

Aside from protection, the design and material of packaging now also influence the buying decisions of food consumers.

Ishida will showcase some 40 models at interpack 2023

Ishida will focus on its areas of expertise: weighing technology, quality control solutions and “end to end” packing line solutions to meet the specific needs of the fresh food and snack food sectors.

TIMTOS 2023 opening attracts global attention

The Taipei International Machine Tool Show 2023, also known as TIMTOS, kicks off today. The physical mega show will go for six days till March 11., also known as TIMTOS, kicks off today. The physical mega show will run for six days util March 11.

Dow takes major steps to achieve sustainability in flexible packaging

Mr. Wu Chang, Technical Director of Packaging and Specialty Plastics at Dow Asia Pacific, talks about Dow’s four directions in flexible packaging innovation: plastic reduction, higher efficiency, recyclability and carbon footprint reduction.