Friday, 07 January 2022 11:30
Clearwater Paper Launches NuVo® with BioPBS™ Cup
Clearwater Paper Corporation (NYSE: CLW) has just introduced NuVo® withBioPBS™, a sustainable cup stock that provides foodservice operators with a compostable alternative to hot cups coated with low-density polyethylene. NuVo® withBioPBS™ is the first cup stock to combine a compostable…
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Monday, 13 December 2021 09:00
Stora Enso appoints Johanna Hagelberg as Head of Biomaterials division
Stora Enso has appointed Johanna Hagelberg Executive Vice President, Biomaterials division. She will continue as a member of the Group Leadership Team (GLT). Johanna HagelbergJohanna Hagelberg joined Stora Enso in 2013 and has been a member of the GLT since…
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Wednesday, 24 November 2021 08:34
ANDRITZ successfully starts up pressurized refining system at Biyang Huifeng, China
International technology group ANDRITZ has successfully completed the start-up of a pressurized refining system supplied to Biyang Huifeng Wood Industry Board Co., Ltd. at its MDF production plant in Biyang, Henan province, China. With the new ANDRITZ pressurized refining…
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Wednesday, 17 November 2021 10:36
Optimising a new thermal fluid system
According to research by Information Technology Intelligence Consulting (ITIC), 98 per cent of organisations say a single hour of downtime costs around £75,000. While manufacturers understand that carrying out regular maintenance will reduce the risk of downtime, taking the time…
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Tuesday, 09 November 2021 09:44
Eco Friendly Manufacturing Processes
NETZSCH NEMO® BT pumps for hydrolysis feed at liquid waste receiving building (liquids, de-packaged waste from dog food, food products, fruits, grocery waste, and produce.As the world moves to develop more earth-friendly manufacturing processes, NETZSCH NEMO® Pumps are helping a…
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Monday, 08 November 2021 09:33
Golden Malt Introduces New Australian Superfoods to Northern European Market – Health Friendly Barley Challenges Oat
Golden Malt has entered into an agreement with The Healthy Grain of Australia to bring health-promoting barley to the Nordic and Baltic markets. BARLEYmax™, developed by Australia’s CSIRO and commercialized by The Healthy Grain, is a fibrous whole grain product…
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Monday, 08 November 2021 09:15
ABB’s automation and electrification solutions to help South American barley malt house boost production
ABB has been announced as the main automation and electrification contractor for South American barley malting company Maltería Oriental SA (MOSA) as it extends operations and looks to significantly reduce raw water consumption. ABB secures contract with Uruguay’s first and…
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Friday, 05 November 2021 11:32
$4 billion increased investment in climate-smart agriculture and food systems innovation announced at COP26 Climate Summit
The Agriculture Innovation Mission for Climate (AIM for Climate) – a major new initiative led by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and United States (US) with the support of over 30 governments – officially launched on 02 November and announced…
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Friday, 05 November 2021 11:27
Hoogstraten’s recycled packaging ensures sustainable strawberry production
Hoogstraten is putting sustainability first by using recycled carton punnets for their premium strawberries, which are available all year round and supplied directly to the UK. Coöperatie Hoogstraten has switched to carton punnets for their standard strawberry packaging, making a…
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Thursday, 04 November 2021 14:02
AFRY to digitalize Renewcell’s textile recycling processes
The Swedish textile recycling company, Renewcell, has chosen AFRY as partner in order to digitalize production operations in their plants in Kristinehamn and Sundsvall, Sweden. AFRY will deliver an Industrial IT solution, containing AFRY MES and AFRY ProTAK, to manage…
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Monday, 01 November 2021 09:18
2021 and Advanced Textiles Conference
New fabric designs provide inspiration for innovative products and components Bally Ribbon Mills (BRM), an industry leader in the design, development, and manufacture of highly specialized engineered woven fabrics, will be highlighting custom weave designs and high-performance fibers at IFAI…
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Thursday, 28 October 2021 21:32
KHK USA Inc. Announces Extensive Line of Metric Screw Gears
Large Selection includes Stainless Steel, Aluminum Bronze and Nylon KHK USA Inc., distributor of the market leading KHK® brand of metric gears, announces its extensive line of metric screw gears, manufactured to the highest quality standards by Kohara Gear Industry Co.,…
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Wednesday, 27 October 2021 10:15
Elkem announces expansion to support demand growth for specialty silicones in EMEA and the Americas
Elkem, a global leader in silicon-based advanced materials, has just announced a strategic investment plan to unlock new specialty silicones supply for customers in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) and the Americas. The company will invest around €36…
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Wednesday, 27 October 2021 10:10
Caldwell Provides Beam for Balancing Rolls
The Caldwell Group has provided a 1,500-lb. capacity roll lifting beam and leveling system for a company that manufactures various types of hygienic wipes. A major advantage is that one operator can now complete the application instead of two. These…
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Monday, 25 October 2021 10:31
Top tips for avoiding food contamination
All parties involved in the food processing chain have a responsibility to ensure that food reaching consumers does not become contaminated. While manufacturers already take steps to prevent the main causes of contamination, thermal fluid could be a hidden contaminator.…
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