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WRAP and Valpak join for postcode packaging waste guide

11 Dec 2021
Grania Jain

Working with software firm Provenance.org, they said the guide enabled people to enter a postcode in the online router service to find the best way to recycle.

The router will tell users if they can recycle specific packaging via their kerbside collection in their postcode areas and the nearest centre that will process the material concerned.

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Ranpak Expands Total Solution for Cold Chain Packaging with Acquisition of Recycold Cool Solutions BV, Makers of Cool Packs

09 Dec 2021
Press Packagin…

CONCORD TOWNSHIP, Ohio and Venlo, Netherlands – December 8, 2021 – Ranpak Holdings Corp. (“Ranpak”) (NYSE: PACK), a global leader of environmentally sustainable, paper-based packaging solutions for e-commerce and industrial supply chains, announced today the acquisition of Recycold Cool Solutions BV (“Recycold”), a manufacturer of sustainable cool packs. Unlike typical cool packs, Recycold Cool Packs are made from a drain safe, plant-based gel and their addition expands the diversity of Ranpak’s Cold Chain packaging solutions.  

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innovative packaging
cold chain

Rfid: A Crash Course

08 Dec 2021
Grania Jain

What is RFID?

Radio Frequency Identification Device (“RFID”) is a technology that uses radio-frequency waves to transfer data between a reader and a movable item to identify, categorize and track.

How does it work?

An RFID Tag Consists of:

  • An antenna that detects radio waves and responds with signals
  • A chip that stores and manipulates data

RFID Reader kit consists of:

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rfid
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Alto Packaging installs Amut Ecotech, Erema extrusion line

07 Dec 2021
Grania Jain

Alto Packaging’s plant in Albany, New Zealand, now processes 100 percent washed postconsumer flakes into 100 percent food-contact grade monolayer thermoforming sheet.

According to a news release from Amut Ecotech, Alto, which is a division of Pact Group, invested in the new food-grade PET sheet extrusion line as a part of Pact Group’s vision to lead a circular economy through packaging in Australia and New Zealand.

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Atlas Copco sets standards in connectivity

06 Dec 2021
Bhaskar Ch

Cologne, December 2021: For intelligent networking of machines and systems, it is elementary that industrial processes can be controlled centrally. In order to prepare industrial vacuum users for the Internet of Things and Industry 4.0 scenarios, the manufacturer Atlas Copco has developed the innovative HEX@GRID control platform.

The central multi-pump control has a multitude of intelligent functions and sets new standards in terms of connectivity and energy efficiency.

Reduced costs for operation and maintenance

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Industrial Vacuum
industrial packaging

Atlas Copco develops vacuum controller for industrial processes 4.0

06 Dec 2021
Bhaskar Ch

Cologne, December 2021: In HEX@, Atlas Copco has developed the industrial vacuum controller of the future. It serves as an enhanced control centre for vacuum pumps and systems. Ensuring higher vacuum performance and functionality as well as increased user empowerment across a large range of applications. By also offering increased connectivity and system integration, HEX@ brings convenient remote access to their vacuum system with increased control anywhere.

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