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Boosting efficiency in plastic recycling Recycling plays a key role in creating a functioning circular economy for plastics. One of the biggest challenges lies in the accurate sorting of highly heterogeneous material streams – as only high-quality recyclates can be reused in new products. Modern technologies from Sesotec based on Artificial
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AI-powered sorting system with deep learning technology Thanks to its integrated deep learning software, Tomra’s GAINnext reduces the need for manual sorting by identifying hard-to-classify and overlapping objects. It automates complex tasks beyond the capabilities of traditional optical waste sorting, using intelligent trajectory calculations for high-precision results.The solution recently has won
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In a landscape where artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly common, Sacmi chose to follow its own path. The result is Classy-AI, an application developed entirely in-house, designed to tackle a fundamental question in manufacturing: “What are the defects in my production?” Unlike standard market solutions that rely on commercial AI libraries
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A compressed air system monitoring and control network based on an article by Andrea Milia, Business Development Manager at Ecoplant Ecoplant is a stand-alone and plug-and-play solution that can be connected to all compressed air technologies. It offers a distinctive dynamic control system for managing any compressor room by analysing multiple
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ABC Compressors has launched X-PET, a new oil-free, high-pressure compressor specifically developed for PET bottling production. Designed as a fully integrated plug-and-play system, the X-PET is claimed to deliver high-performance compressed air while minimising installation complexity and floor space requirements. The X-PET system is a self-contained, air-cooled package mounted on a
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Heat recovery saves money and benefits the environment based on an article by Daniela Koehler, Press Officer at Kaeser Kompressoren Photo top: Compressed air station with air ducts for heat recovery. The ducts convey hot air to neighbouring spaces. Compressors and the compressed air they generate are used in a multitude
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Lucozade producer Suntory Beverage & Food GB&I (SBF GB&I) has invested USD 8.38 million (£6.3 million) in a major packaging redesign for Lucozade Energy bottles, aiming to significantly reduce plastic use and supporting the efficient recycling of its bottles. Lucozade Energy bottles will now feature a half sleeve that covers just
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Taghleef Industries has introduced SHAPE360 TDSW, a new floatable white polyolefin-based shrink sleeve film designed to support improved recyclability in PET bottle packaging. The film is claimed to offer high opacity while maintaining the low-density characteristics necessary for effective recycling—properties that align with those of its clear counterpart, SHAPE360 TDS. The
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Amcor, a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions, announced its 2025 Bottles of the Year. Annually, Amcor Rigid Packaging Bottles of the Year recognises the best in innovative and responsible conceptual packaging designs that meet the latest trends in consumer preferences in the beverage, spirits & wine, food
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Unprecedented memorandum will encourage the recyclability of packaging based on the “design for environment” principles Photo top: F.l.t.r.: Auri Marçon of ABIPET, Andre M. Nassar of ABIOVE, Roberto Rocha of ANCAT and Alexandre Horta of ABIR The Census also shows that the PET recycling industry has remained solid, with sales of
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Almannai, driver for rPET bottles in Kuwait Interview with Almannai Plastics // September 23, 2024We met: Yousef Al-Mannai,Founder at Almannai Plastics Photo top: Almannai Plastics has earned a reputation for producing high quality PET preforms and closures using state of the art Husky systems Actually, this could have been a completely
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