The Association for Roll-to-Roll Converters (ARC) has chosen the Solo-T Tourniquet from converter entrotech, Inc., as the winner in its 2024 Product of the Year competition, part of the trade group's annual Awards Program. entrotech was recognized at the recent ARC R2R USA Conference & Expo in Charlotte, NC. The Solo-T Tourniquet is a life-saving emergency tourniquet … [Read more...] about Solo-T Tourniquet wins 2024 ARC Product of the Year; converter entrotech recognized for innovation
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ARC inducts four industry icons into 2024 Hall of Honor
The Association for Roll-to-Roll Converters (ARC) inducted four industry icons into its Hall of Honor at the recent 2024 R2R USA Conference & Expo in Charlotte, NC, Members of the Hall of Honor have served both the industry and ARC by demonstrating strong leadership and commitment to the converting industry. Each inductee has been a long-time, dedicated supporter of ARC and … [Read more...] about ARC inducts four industry icons into 2024 Hall of Honor
Oben Group wraps acquisition of Terphane
Lima, Peru-based Oben Group has completed its announced acquisition of Terphane, a leading producer of high-performance polyester films with operations in Brazil and the United States. This acquisition marks a strategic milestone in Oben Group’s mission to enhance manufacturing capabilities and expand its presence in relevant global markets. With over four decades of … [Read more...] about Oben Group wraps acquisition of Terphane
PET resin made from waste carbon wins 2024 TEA for sustainability at PACK EXPO International
PPK Natura, reportedly the world's first PET resin made from waste carbon, has won Plastipak Packaging, Inc., a 2024 Technology Excellence Award for Sustainability at this week's PACK EXPO International 2024 in Chicago. Plastipak Packaging integrates innovation and circularity by producing PPK Natura from captured carbon emissions, using LanzaTech’s carbon-capture … [Read more...] about PET resin made from waste carbon wins 2024 TEA for sustainability at PACK EXPO International
Walki Group and Lactips partner to develop biodegradable, barrier-paper packaging using natural casein
The EU has taken the lead in addressing the growing plastic-waste problem with the Single-Use Plastics Regulation, pushing customers in the food packaging industry to find ways to replace traditional fossil-based plastics with biodegradable alternatives. The SUP regulation targets plastics products that are typically used once and then discarded such as yogurt cups, salad bowls … [Read more...] about Walki Group and Lactips partner to develop biodegradable, barrier-paper packaging using natural casein