The most sustainable label? No label at all

Label-free bottles for improved sustainability Label-free bottles are an increasingly popular trend among food and beverage manufacturers. Portuguese company Carvalhelhos has embraced this approach by introducing label-free PET and rPET bottles in 0.33 l, 0.5 l, and 1.5 l sizes. These bottles are produced using SMI’s EBS 8 KL Ergon stretch-blow moulder, which allows

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High production level

Xform featuring 200-cavity preform mould by Sipa The first Sipa 200-cavity preform mould in Asia is now in operation at Sappe, a major Thai beverage manufacturer. Sappe: innovative beverages Sappe PCL, a renowned leader in functional drinks in Thailand, has been driving the beverage industry with its commitment to “better people’s

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Why speed alone isn’t enough

Smart prototyping: De-risking bottle design with data-driven insights In the world of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), brands and converters operate under immense pressure to launch new packaging quickly. Rapid prototyping has become an industry norm, yet simply producing a bottle faster is no longer enough. Advances in virtual simulation, 3D-printed moulds,

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CHINAPLAS 2025 starts today

At the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center, PR China, CHINAPLAS opens its doors today until April18, 2025. This trade fair for the plastics and rubber industries will write a new chapter of transformation with more than 4,500 superior exhibitors and 380,000 sqm of exhibition area spanning across all 19 halls.

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United Caps strengthens executive team

United Caps is reinforcing its Executive Leadership Committee with two key executive appointments. With these strategic hires, the company aims to strengthen its market position, expand its global presence, and foster a high-performing, engaged workforce. Alan Quéméneur has been appointed Chief Growth Officer (CGO), tasked with driving business transformation, customer engagement,

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