Packaging
UPAC moves to four-day working week
Independent packaging supplier UPAC Group has formalised a four-day working week for its staff.
Global Graphics doubles revenue in interim results
Global Graphics has reported a substantial revenue increase in its financial results for the first half of 2020, due in large part to its January acquisition of the Hybrid Software Group and growth in...
CPMA warns on packaging impact of proposed food regs
The Consumer Packaging Manufacturers Alliance (CPMA) has cautioned that recommended regulation on certain foods could cause issues for the printed packaging industry and the marketing of the products...
Manroland Sheetfed: order input hits decade high
Manroland Sheetfed has reported that orders reached a 10-year-high last month.
Kern launches new inserters
Kern has expanded its product portfolio with the addition of a new high-performance, multi-format inserting system, and a faster version of an existing device.
Coveris opens new scientific hub
Sustainable packaging manufacturer Coveris has opened a new Film Science Lab at its Winsford films facility in Cheshire.
Gloomy outlook for printing inks continues
The outlook for printing inks continues to be pessimistic after the sector experienced a sharp drop in sales in 2020.
Xeikon reveals first single-pass corrugated printer install
US company TriState Container Corporation is set to become the first business to install Xeikon’s new Idera single-pass corrugated inkjet printer.
US group makes Ultimate purchase
ProAmpac has made its fourth UK acquisition of the year as it looks to continue its private equity-backed push into the European market.
Herbert Walkers doubles foiling capacity with Bobst spend
Packaging and greetings cards specialist Herbert Walkers has doubled its capacity for foil finishes after investing in a new Bobst foiling machine.