29-06-2023
Elevate paint workability and performance with Clariant’s additives
Clariant, a sustainability-focused specialty chemical company, today launches a set of wetting and dispersing agents that enable coatings’ manufacturers to extend the open time of their acrylic lacquers and polyurethane (PU) lacquers, and lengthen current post-application correction windows for these water-based systems.
28-06-2023
Clariant Oil Services launches PHASETREAT™ WET, introducing a more sustainable demulsification process for oil and gas industry
Clariant Oil Services, a leading provider of specialty chemical solutions, has launched PHASETREAT WET to offer more efficient and sustainable solutions for the oil and gas industry’s demulsification needs. Designed to overcome challenges inherent in traditional oil production processes – most notably, meeting stricter environmental requirements for oil and water separation – the novel solution will help operators reduce operational costs, simplify logistics, and mitigate safety risks.
28-06-2023
TotalEnergies Premium Wood Pellets packaging now made of 50% recycled polymers from the RE:clic range
The TotalEnergies Premium Wood Pellets are now packed in high-performance polyethylene bags incorporating 50% post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials.
28-06-2023
BENEO investit six millions d’euros dans sa capacité de séchage d’amidon
BENEO, un des leaders de la production d’ingrédients fonctionnels pour les industries de l’alimentation humaine, de l’alimentation animale et pharmaceutique, investit six millions d’euros dans l’extension de la capacité de séchage de l’usine de Wijgmaal (Louvain), afin de répondre à la demande croissante d’ingrédients spécialisés à base d’amidon de riz. L’installation d’un nouveau séchoir à tambour dans une toute nouvelle infrastructure de 1000 m2 permettra d’augmenter de 50 % la capacité de production d’amidon de riz précuit « clean label », aux propriétés spéciales/bienfaits supplémentaires. Cet investissement permettra en outre de créer six nouveaux postes à temps plein à l’usine, qui emploie déjà 200 personnes et s’enorgueillit d’une tradition de 160 ans dans la région de Wijgmaal.
28-06-2023
Avery Dennison introduces four new premium labeling papers made from recycled content and alternative fibers
Avery Dennison, has today introduced four labeling papers made from recycled pulp and alternative fibers aimed at the premium packaging segment including wine and spirits, craft beverages, gourmet food, beauty and fragrances.
27-06-2023
More MailerBAGs, please! Mondi invests to meet growing eCommerce demand
Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, is investing over €16 million in its Krapkowice plant in Poland in response to demand for sustainable packaging from the eCommerce industry.
27-06-2023
Solvay and Zotefoams Sign Long-Term Supply Agreement for Advanced Cellular Material Solutions in Aerospace Based on Solef® PVDF
Solvay, a global market leader in polymer and composite materials, signed a long-term agreement with Zotefoams, the world’s largest manufacturer of lightweight cross-linked polyolefin block foams and a specialist in innovative technical foams, for the supply of Solef® polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF). Solef® will be used to produce Zotefoams’ ZOTEK® F high-performance closed cell crosslinked aerospace foam range. The collaboration will target a wide range of interior applications in aerospace including ducting, carpet underlay, environmental control systems and insulation, where low weight, high flame retardancy and cost-effective processability are paramount.
27-06-2023
eschbach AI Team Garners Connected Plant 2023 Game Changer Award
Global software developer eschbach, provider of the Shiftconnector® enterprise software platform for process manufacturing, announces that its AI development team was awarded a 2023 Game Changer Award for its new Shiftconnector Smart Search functionality. The eschbach team was recognized last evening in New Orleans at the Connected Plant Conference.
