SABIC launches two PP-based, intumescent FR materials well suited for extruding and thermoforming large, complex EV battery pack components

Under its BLUEHERO™ initiative, SABIC has developed two new breakthrough flame retardant materials – SABIC® PP compound H1090 and STAMAX™ 30YH611 resin – both well suited for the construction of EV battery covers through extrusion and thermoforming.SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, today introduced SABIC® PP compound H1090 resin and STAMAX™ 30YH611 resin, two breakthrough materials well-suited for sheet extrusion and thermoforming that offer a unique alternative to traditional sheet metal forming, compression and injection molding, allowing customers to form large, complex structural parts.

Mondi and easy2cool freshen up the eCommerce market

Mondi and easy2cool freshen up the eCommerce market. (Photo: Mondi, PR257)Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, has helped easy2cool, a specialist in sustainable, passive cooling solutions, create a new eCommerce paper packaging solution for fresh and frozen food.

Archroma wins four top accolades for digital and dye solutions at the Just Style 2023 Excellence Awards 

The Color Atlas by Archroma®. (Photo: Archroma)Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, has won several major accolades at the Just Style 2023 Excellence Awards.

Westfalia Fruit Group welcome new chair of the Board

Westfalia Fruit Group welcome new chair of the Board, Dr Khotso Mokhele. 
(Photo: Westfalia Fruit, PR018)Westfalia Fruit Group, the global avocado expert, is proud to announce that Dr Khotso Mokhele has been appointed as the new Chair of the Board of Westfalia Fruit International and its parent company, HMH Group.

Avery Dennison invites you to join them in Connecting. Together. at Labelexpo Europe in Brussels, 11–14 September 2023

Avery Dennison invites you to join them in Connecting. Together. at Labelexpo Europe in Brussels, 11–14 September 2023. 
(Photo: Avery Dennison, PR484)To celebrate meeting up in person, Avery Dennison will host a special event at Labelexpo 2023 called Connecting. Together. At their stand (5A31), Avery Dennison will engage with customers and the industry ecosystem in an intimate space that will showcase some of their latest packaging solutions and include an exclusive food and drink experience.

Hinton Pulp mill acquisition supports growth in Mondi’s Americas paper bags business

Hinton Pulp mill acquisition supports growth in Mondi’s Americas paper bags business. 
(Photo: Mondi, PR258)Mondi plc (Mondi), a global leader in the production of sustainable packaging and paper, has agreed to acquire the 250,000 tonne per annum Hinton Pulp mill in Alberta, Canada, from West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd (West Fraser) for a total consideration of USD 5 million. As part of the transaction, Mondi will enter into a long-term partnership with West Fraser to access local, high-quality fibre from a well-established wood basket.

Mondi’s TankerBox revolutionises sustainable shipping for Aromsa's flavourful products

Mondi’s TankerBox revolutionises sustainable shipping for Aromsa's flavourful products. 
(Photo: Mondi, PR256)Industry-leading Turkish flavour company Aromsa, whose products include sauces, toppings, extracts and seasonings, was faced with a challenge. The company was fully committed to its sustainability strategy, but it had also started to work with a new customer who wanted to use stainless-steel containers for shipping. This would require an investment into approximately 250 stainless-steel containers, which is a costly packaging solution. In addition to high price, there are also the logistical costs of storage and maintenance, washing and sterilising the containers.

Ascend to exhibit expanded portfolio of polyamide technologies at Automotive Engineering Exposition 2023 in Nagoya

At the Automotive Engineering Exposition 2023 in Nagoya, Japan, Ascend Performance Materials (APM) will showcase its expanded portfolio of advanced resin and fiber technologies for innovative applications in next-generation electric vehicles. (Photo: iStock, APMPR091)Ascend Performance Materials will be showcasing its expanded portfolio of resin and fiber technologies during the Automotive Engineering Exposition 2023 in Nagoya, Japan, from July 5-7. At Booth #20, Hall E, Ascend will highlight dedicated mobility solutions that ensure safe electrical systems, reliable thermal management, a secure and comfortable ride, an efficient powertrain and safety systems.