Staffan Bohman is, in line with the plan, leaving his position as Chairman of the Board as well as the IPCO Board of Directors.

“Staffan has done a fantastic job during the first stage of creating an effective stand-alone group out of IPCO. I am truly looking forward to work with the Board and Management of IPCO to develop the business” says Håkan Buskhe.

Together for Sustainability (TfS) is a joint initiative and global network of 25 chemical companies delivering the de facto global standard for environment, social and governance performance of chemical supply chains, being based on the UN Global Compact and Responsible Care principles.

We were judged by our sustainability performance in terms of management, environment, health & safety, labor & human rights and governance issues and were rated as “a company with focus on their employees and with clear and explicit values”, a result we can be proud of!

According to the German Wine Institute, four percent of all wines purchased in Germany in 2018 were ordered via the internet. Even though e-commerce in wine still has a niche existence compared to stationary retail, it is considered a high-margin sales channel due to the higher average prices. Most customers are wine lovers who choose more expensive wines. Supply and demand will grow as more and more customers appreciate the benefits of convenient online shopping. That is a matter of agreement among experts.

And since spirits and wine are always also stylish presents, online retailers offer the right gift for every occasion and price category in their shops: Attractively wrapped as a gift for friends and family or as a thank-you for business partners and customers. The direct dispatch to the recipient, also to several addresses, can be ordered at the same time.

In order to streamline the overall processes, DS Smith's display and packaging strategists have now developed “E-Wrap”, a prototype for the individual shipment of spirits, wines or products of a similar shape. The solution combines both gift and shipping packaging. What is special about it is that its two components are firmly interconnected. The outer packaging can be of a neutral design, while the inner packaging surprises as an attractive gift box.

The wrap-around bottle packaging can be easily filled, quickly erected and sealed with the self-adhesive tape that is already in place. This saves valuable time in the assembly process. At the same time, the all-in-one solution results in less packaging material and lower transport costs compared to gift packaging, which is protected by additional shipping packaging. Because the sturdy E-Wrap always has the right dimensions so that bottles and comparable products such as high-quality oils or vases arrive undamaged and without any filling material.

Apart from the logistical benefits, the innovation aims at an extraordinary unboxing experience. Recipients can easily open the outer packaging using the integrated tear-off strip to reveal the attractively printed gift package. The unboxing experience becomes a distinguishing feature. The packaging emotionalises and motivates customers to repurchase and recommend it.

Printing effect that gives direct link to product the pack contains

It is an honor for INVpack to be one of the founding partners of this association where the common goal is build equipment with maximum performance, thus satisfying the needs of our customers.

Barcelona Packaging HUB is a seal of quality, guarantee and success and therefore, every company affiliated with it meets certain requirements of image, values, solidity and professional trajectory.

The delivery is a turnkey project including two multi-palletizers that handle two lines at the same time, a total of four production lines. Also included are four vertical conveyors, 50m of product conveyor, 100m of pallet conveyor and a stretch wrapper for finished pallets. The installation starts in week 40 and is carried out in steps to move over existing production lines with minimal operational disturbance.
The order is made in cooperation with InterSystem partner S+W Fördertechnik GmbH.

Brands can select between multiple spray insert combinations for endless possibilities across multiple applications. “Apollo meets consumer demands for customization and convenience in one package. Choose a wide spray for full coverage or a narrow spray for precise application,” comments Lisa Petersmark, Vice President Regional Market Development, Personal Care Aptar Beauty + Home.

Apollo’s patented design includes Aptar’s twist-to-lock technology, which provides peace of mind for secure transportation on-the-go and will withstand the rigors of e-commerce shipping.

Technical Details: Twist to lock actuator, multiple spray insert combinations, fits 1” mounting cup & designed for BOV or VX Valves.

The ekolife range provides shoppers with a sustainable alternative to the vast amounts of non-recyclable toys that flood the shops every year.

The beautifully designed and durable toys include planes, cars, jigsaws, build-your-own shops and castles. The ekolife range also includes canvases that can be coloured in by their new owners to get their creative juices flowing.

Every product is made from cardboard so they are 100% recyclable, renewable and biodegradable, unlike most other toys. Morgan Webster, General Manager, ekolife, said: “The ekolife toys have been designed to encourage children to use their imaginations and enjoy unplugged, traditional play in an increasingly digital, solitary world.

“Many parents we speak with feel guilty about buying more toys when they already have an attic or garage full of broken or unwanted plastic items that cannot be recycled. ekolife toys are designed to provide active and creative fun, encourage group play and at the end of their life, to go into a green bin.

“This means that the toys will be recycled, leaving no trace behind, to become another product in the future – truly circular.”

The ekolife website has a range of toys now available to order for Christmas which are available for delivery to Europe.

Royal DSM, a global science-based company in Nutrition, Health and Sustainable Living, today announced the release of Skins® Sandy, the newest addition to its Skins® range of haptic coating resins. Like the other Skins® resins, Sandy will enable brand owners and convertors to differentiate their products by adding an extra layer of sensory experience. Specifically, the new resin will enable print and packaging manufacturers to add sand-like textures to a wide range of materials, including food packaging.

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