VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, in collaboration with Aalto University and Finnish industrial partners, has developed a new technology for shaping paperboard in a continuous process to create roll-to-roll, "origami-inspired structures" for fiber-based packaging materials. The origami folds have the capacity to yield entirely new properties from paperboard. The … [Read more...] about R2R-converted “origami” paper cushioning replaces EPS foam
Film Making & Substrates
Researchers study quality assurance through thin-film-based measurement of web-tension distribution
For the production and processing of flexible plastic and fiber-based webs, a homogeneous web-tension distribution is crucial for quality. However, new low-complexity, natural fiber-based or recycled materials in particular exhibit more fluctuating properties and narrower process windows than established materials. Flatness deviations, wrinkles, inclusions or processing-induced … [Read more...] about Researchers study quality assurance through thin-film-based measurement of web-tension distribution
Coveris to expand UK technical, barrier PE-films extrusion facility, warehouse
European packaging manufacturer Coveris makes a major new investment at its polyethylene-extrusion facility in Winsford, Cheshire. As Coveris’ UK centre of excellence for high-performance, technical barrier and stretch films, the Winsford site continues to expand its capabilities in the development of sustainable, recyclable films. This extensive upgrade includes an … [Read more...] about Coveris to expand UK technical, barrier PE-films extrusion facility, warehouse
Mondi opens FlexStudios innovation hub for co-creating sustainable flexible packaging with customers
Officially opened on Nov. 12, FlexStudios is a new 24,000-sq-ft facility in Steinfeld, Germany, that offers three floors of interactive, inspiring collaborative space. The experiential studios have been built so that Mondi customers can actively participate in the innovation process, benefiting first-hand from the company’s extensive expertise, state-of-the-art technology, and … [Read more...] about Mondi opens FlexStudios innovation hub for co-creating sustainable flexible packaging with customers
Amcor to acquire Berry Global in all-stock deal
Amcor plc and Berry Global Group, Inc., today announced a definitive merger agreement in Amcor and Berry will combine in an all-stock transaction. The deal has received unanimous approval of the boards of directors of both companies. The combination brings together two highly complementary businesses to create a global leader in consumer packaging solutions, with a broader … [Read more...] about Amcor to acquire Berry Global in all-stock deal