Laser technology plays a starring role at Lamiera 2023

A little more than two months are left before the opening of LAMIERA, the international trade show centred on sheet metal forming and sheet metal cutting machines and related technologies, scheduled to take place at fieramilano Rho from 10 to 13 May 2023.

PulPac scales, Nippon Molding first in Japan for Dry Molded Fiber

Swedish sustainable packaging firm PulPac partnered with its first Japanese licensee, expanding its Dry Molded Fiber production to Asia. Nippon Molding will launch several eco-friendly Dry Molded Fiber products, starting with coffee lids and food trays. The technology replaces traditional fiber molding and single-use plastic with low-cost, fiber-based alternatives.

Niacinamide: Natural active ingredient for better skin

With powerful antioxidant properties, niacinamide protects the skin from cell-damaging free radicals and counteracts the signs of skin aging.

Solvay and Airborne get funds for BEMA battery pack project

Solvay and Airborne have received Innovate UK funding for their BEMA project to create energy-efficient battery packs. The project aims to reuse composite waste and uses Solvay's thermosetting material technology with Airborne's expertise in automated composite manufacturing. The project is in pre-industrial testing; results are expected within two years.

Navigating current market conditions

Ricky Ong, Asia Sales Manager, Heat and Control Pty Ltd, on prospects, opportunities and trends in the APAC region

The World of E-sports: How nutrition is essential to staying in the game

In recent years, consumers have been adopting healthier and more active lifestyles, leading to a boom of the sportification trend and widespread demand for sports nutrition products in the market, writes Christian Philippsen, Managing Director, BENEO, Asia Pacific.

Siemens brings together food/CPG key players to Jakarta roundtable

New knowledge, fresh perspectives shared at Siemens conference held on February 22 at The Langham Hotel.

Blaser coolant: A competitive strategy and productivity growth factor in South East Asia

Marc Blaser, CEO of Blaser Swisslube delves into the importance of choosing the best coolant and how they can help customers’ produce more parts each time.

Barry Callebaut names APAC president

Effective 1 April 2023, Vamsi Mohan Thati will be President, Asia Pacific for Barry Callebaut.

Avient to showcase colorants and additives for recycling challenges at 2023 Plastics Recycling Conference

Avient Corporation will showcase its polymer solutions at the Plastics Recycling Conference, which will run from March 6 to 8. The company will highlight innovative solutions recognized by the Association of Plastic Recyclers. A representative will discuss recycling challenges and CycleWorks™. Avient’s exhibit will be at booth #710.

Airnov's Romorantin plant achieves ISCC PLUS certification for sustainability

Airnov Healthcare Packaging's Romorantin plant achieved the ISCC PLUS certification for sustainability with renewable feedstock and traceability. Customers can check if products are ISCC certified, and performance metrics remain the same. Airnov continues implementing sustainable practices, promoting circularity, and partnering with eco-friendly customers.

Molecor donates pipes and fittings to aid Turkish water infrastructure reconstruction

Molecor donated 12km of TOM PVC-O pipes and ecoFITTOM fittings to rebuild Turkey's water supply network after the earthquakes. TOM PVC-O pipes are high-pressure, impact-resistant, and watertight. ecoFITTOM fittings use fewer raw materials and energy, are recyclable, and are the first in the world to be made of PVC-O.