3 Dec 2024
Archroma Packaging Technologies Joins NC State's SAFI Consortium
Archroma Packaging Technologies is proud to announce that they have joined North Carolina State's College of Natural resources research consortium, the Sustainable and Alternative Fibers Initiative (SAFI) which aims to study, develop and promote the utilization of alternative fibers for packaging, hygiene, textiles and other products. Archroma Packaging Technologies is the latest to join the more than 20 global entities who have partnered with SAFI across the fiber, packaging, tissue, and textile markets.
2 Dec 2024
Connect to What’s Possible: Belden Debuts New Corporate Brand Platform
Belden (NYSE: BDC), a leading global provider of complete connection solutions, today revealed a new corporate brand identity that underscores the company’s transformation to a comprehensive network and data infrastructure solutions provider. These solutions play a pivotal role in addressing automation and smart infrastructure challenges across industries and help customers avoid missed connections in their networks and data. Repositioning the brand highlights Belden’s evolution through new messaging, an updated logo and visual identity and a redesigned website.
28 Nov 2024
Archroma to showcase new DENIM HALO process for laser-friendly denim with a reduced environmental footprint
Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, will showcase innovations for the denim industry at Sustainability Talks in Istanbul, Turkey and Denim Première Vision in Milan, Italy next month.
28 Nov 2024
Clariant leads the way in sustainable chemistry with complete PFAS-free additive portfolio
Clariant has completed its transition to a fully per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)-free additive portfolio as of December 2023, reaffirming its commitment to more sustainable and customer-focused innovation. As the world looks toward stricter regulations on PFAS substances, Clariant’s proactive measures demonstrate both foresight and a deep dedication to fostering safer, more responsible solutions for industries globally.
27 Nov 2024
Clariant’s MegaMax™ catalysts will power China’s first biomass-to-green methanol project
Clariant, a sustainability-focused specialty chemical company, today announced that its MegaMax catalyst was selected for a China’s biomass gasification-to-green methanol project. The plant will use a combination of farm waste and wind power to produce up to 250,000 tons per annum of green methanol in two phases by 2027. Construction of the first plant phase began in March 2024 and is expected to start producing green methanol in the first half of 2025 as China’s first commercialized biomass gasification-to-green methanol plant.
26 Nov 2024
Exciting Initiative from Westfalia Fruit in The Netherlands: Driving Sustainability and Innovation with Tattooed Mangos
Westfalia Fruit, a leading multinational supplier of avocados and a range of fresh vegetables and fruit, is proud to announce the launch of laser etching on mangoes. Driven by its Netherlands-based operations, this initiative eliminates the need for individual plastic PLU stickers. After extensive testing and trials, the uniquely lasered mangoes have been introduced to customers in Europe.
26 Nov 2024
Syensqo wins prestigious SPE innovation awards North America 2024
Syensqo, a global leader in advanced performance materials and chemical solutions, has won the Safety category at the 2024 SPE Innovation Awards North America. Recognized for its pioneering contribution to electric vehicle (EV) safety, the award-winning part is an advanced busbar cable support bracket, utilized in the 2025 Cadillac CELESTIQ, a flagship EV in General Motors’ lineup.
25 Nov 2024
The secret to a better mattress? High-performance polymers
As a manufacturer in industries like mattresses, furniture, automotive interiors, textiles or hygiene, you know that creating high-quality products requires more than just the right base materials. A critical element behind the durability, comfort, and sustainability of these products is fabric reinforcement and lamination using high-performance polymers. These advanced materials ensure the longevity and efficiency of textile products, offering unmatched bonding capabilities, especially in fabric applications, along with significant sustainability benefits.
