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Xeikon to Release ECO Toners for CHEETAH Technology

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Xeikon to Release ECO Toners for CHEETAH Technology

Xeikon to Release ECO Toners for CHEETAH Technology

New toners with up to 60% recycled materials will be introduced at Labelexpo Europe

Xeikon will present the third generation of its market-leading CHEETAH printing technology (CHEETAH 3.0) at Labelexpo Europe this coming September. While Xeikon dry toner technology is already the most food-safe solution on the market, new legislation and brand owner expectations are further advancing demands for more sustainable solutions. In response, Xeikon has developed revolutionary new toners without abandoning the strong values of its existing technology, introducing a higher level of sustainability as a direct response to what is undoubtedly the biggest concern for brand owners and end consumers in today’s market. The development of new ECO toners is also a key component of Xeikon’s sustainability goals, which aim to reduce the company’s carbon footprint by 40% in the coming years.

The breakthrough advancements achieved with the introduction of new Xeikon ECO toners align themselves along two main axes: sustainability and food safety.

Sustainability – with up to 60% sustainable components chemically derived from high-grade transparent recycled PET bottles and other reclaimed carbon materials, converters will see a number of immediate benefits from transitioning to ECO toners:

  • The carbon footprint of Xeikon print technology is reduced by more than 10% which also contributes to converters’ own sustainability goals.
  • Encourages the use of recycled materials by avoiding (higher) taxation on packaging made from oil-based virgin plastic.
  • ECO toners, like other Xeikon toners, are produced using 100% green electricity, minimizing CO2 emissions.
  • ECO toners are de-inkable from both paper (Ingede reference) and foil (CADEL reference).
  • No volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are emitted into the environment during the production of toner nor during the actual printing process.

Food safety – by carefully selecting the raw materials and re-engineering the chemical content, ECO toners are completely free from fluorine (both inorganic and PFAS) and 100% vegan, in addition to the established advantages of the previous generation of toners, which are free from BPA, mineral oil, and photo initiators. This means that ECO toners are suitable for application with indirect food contact with only a paper barrier, and for FDA direct food contact with dry food. Additionally, ECO toners comply with the European Toy Safety Directive, the Nestlé Guidance Note on Packaging Inks, and the Swiss and German Printing Ink Ordinances.

All these characteristics are crucial for complying with existing and future regulations and for protecting the environment. Furthermore, they address consumers’ growing concerns about well-being, health, and animal welfare, making them a futureproof solution for today’s investment in environmentally conscious packaging production.

“Xeikon toners, which already enable exceptional print quality and high reliability, have now been extended with a broader food-safety application range. With their eco-friendly composition, ECO toners make a meaningful contribution to Xeikon’s unwavering commitment to deliver relevant solutions to the label market addressing today’s and tomorrow’s challenges,” comments Filip Weymans, Xeikon Vice President of Marketing. “When making an investment in printing equipment converters seek assurance that their investment is not only suited to their current needs but also fit to address upcoming demands; an aspect that Xeikon will further enable by also making ECO toner available for existing customers operating Xeikon CX300 and CX500 presses in the coming year.”

He further remarks, “We are also proud to say that Xeikon ECO toners will not compel converters to increase their prices, unlike comparable sustainable solutions. In fact, converters will have the opportunity to upgrade their production to a much higher level of sustainability without increasing their TCOP (total cost of print). This effectively translates to a cost reduction in real terms and supports them in facing the current severe price pressures.”

To provide further evidence of its green credentials, Xeikon has also launched a Sustainability Scorecard for every digital press in the portfolio. The new scorecard provides a fact-based tool for printers to demonstrate the direct environmental impact of their Xeikon machine, expressed as grams of CO2 per square meter, rated in three categories (energy, waste, and ink/toner mass) on a scale from A to G. It goes into a high level of detail to also include substance indicators, legislative compliance, and all outputs for a full sustainability review. The scorecard is not designed uniquely for Xeikon equipment but can be used by other vendors as well. More info on the Sustainability Scorecard can be found at https://xeikon.com/en/lps/sustainability-scorecard.

CHEETAH 3.0: more than just a toner

While ECO toner is the cornerstone of CHEETAH 3.0, a range of next-generation innovations continue the momentum of Xeikon’s CHEETAH series digital presses to mark another significant step towards fully sustainable production of labels and packaging. In addition to new ECO toners and the sustainability scorecard, they include:

  • metallic toners enabling and supporting creativity for label converters and designers to tap into higher valued applications such as wine & spirits, cosmetics, or gourmet food,
  • a digital frontend with a more intuitive user interface making it easier for operators to run the press, freeing up time for other tasks,
  • an optional Quality Monitoring Module (QMM) that reduces waste related to press performance monitoring and correction significantly (this is achieved with an advanced automatic registration system and a new inline spectrometer that monitor and adjust (a) density, (b) tone curve, and (c) creating, monitoring and adjusting the color profile when used in combination with Xeikon color services, making performance more reliable and resulting in a reduced TCOP, and allowing the use of lower grade substrates which before could have led to inconsistent performance caused by incorrect data capturing), and
  • cloud-connected, advanced machine-machine interface and man-machine interface allowing for the highest level of automation when requested by the converter.

CHEETAH 3.0 will increase OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) in all three key aspects: availability, performance, and quality.

Xeikon CHEETAH 3.0 will be launched at Labelexpo Europe 2023, where visitors will be able to see the new ECO toners in action printing live. Full commercial availability is scheduled for early 2024, when current Xeikon CX300 and Xeikon CX500 users will be able to upgrade their presses.

“CHEETAH 3.0 addresses every detail of the Xeikon digital toner presses, from performance, availability, and quality to sustainability and reliability, so we can offer maximum value to our customers and help them protect their investment,” comments Frank Jacobs, Market Intel & Senior Product Manager. “These new developments have been made with a clear focus on the needs of Xeikon users who are active in labels and packaging, which are incredibly demanding markets with a multitude of factors affecting profitability.”

In addition to the presentations on booth C29 in Hall 5, Xeikon can also be found at the Automation Arena in Hall 11 and as part of the new Sustainability Trail and the Flex Pack Trail, further highlighting the multitude of benefits delivered by the company’s new innovations.

www.xeikon.com

 

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Building A Better Blood Bag

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Building A Better Blood Bag

Building A Better Blood Bag

As the market leader in medical-grade high-value polymer products, RENOLIT Healthcare is always looking for ways to advance healthcare solutions with the goal of increasing the health of the planet and its people. The packaging of blood and blood components is known to be one of the most critical applications of polymer medical films with new developments frequent and requirements increasing every day.

In 1950, two American doctors invented a flexible, but robust plastic blood bag that replaced the cumbersome and fragile glass containers used for infusions at the time. Since then, most plastic blood bags used worldwide have been made from that same material, polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Now, over half a century later, the healthcare industry is looking toward the more eco-friendly non-PVC blood bag to help tackle the ever-growing medical waste problem.

The components that make PVC so difficult to recycle are the same that keep the polymer supple – additives called plasticizers. Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate, or DEHP, is most commonly used in blood bags as it has a benefit beyond keeping the plastic pliable: it preserves red blood cells, keeping blood fresher for longer.

As the worldwide market leader for the basic materials required for the manufacturing of blood bag systems, RENOLIT Healthcare was searching for a solution that wouldn’t compromise on the quality of their products, maintain the current standard of 42 days for refrigerated blood, while also honoring the company’s commitment to sustainability and circular plastics.

That’s where Xheme came in. Xheme’s Multifunctional Additive, XMA, provides the preservative function while not affecting end-of-life options for the bag itself.

“The DEHP challenge is in discussion in the blood bag industry today, but Xheme has the solution,” said Dr. Kumar Challa, Co-Founder, President, and Chief Scientific Officer of Xheme, Inc.

A serendipitous collaboration with Dr. Beverly Rzigalinski of the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine of Osteopathic Medicine demonstrated that a certain metal oxide material prepared by Challa’s team led to better preservation of rat blood. Further investigations revealed that this material significantly reduced oxidative hemolysis — the breakdown of red blood cells from oxygen.

Challa would then go on to work with Xheme collaborator Dr. Tamir Kanias, an associate investigator at the Vitalant Research Institute, on studies showing that combining XMA in currently available PVC-DEHP bags meets or exceeds the established 42-day red blood cell shelf-life benchmark. In fact, their research showed a 20-25% reduction in red blood cell death.

Now, with RENOLIT Healthcare supplying both non-PVC and non-DEHP blood bag films, Xheme is running field tests of its XMA blood bags in cooperation with one of North America’s largest blood banks and the Canadian Blood Services. Initial results are very promising, with the XMA bags preventing oxidative hemolysis better than the control bag.

“This industry has not taken up large innovations on the non-PVC raw material side for whole blood storage,” said Paul v. Kirchbach, Manager of Business Development and Innovation at RENOLIT Healthcare. “This might be something very interesting, once we have fulfilled all required testing and regulation requirements.”

“This additive has amazing unique properties,” added Challa said. “We can fine-tune these and program the chemistry to take on all types of challenges related to plastic films.”

As more countries look toward eventually phasing out chemicals contained in PVC, Xheme and RENOLIT Healthcare Solutions will continue to drive innovation forward to find an uncompromising replacement for PVC packaging and medical equipment. https://xhemeinc.com

 

 

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MEDICA LABMED FORUM: Four Exciting Topic Days Around Hot Issues Current Trends and Innovations in Laboratory Medicine

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MEDICA LABMED FORUM: Four Exciting Topic Days Around Hot Issues Current Trends and Innovations in Laboratory Medicine

MEDICA LABMED FORUM: Four Exciting Topic Days Around Hot Issues Current Trends and Innovations in Laboratory Medicine

Cancer and coronary diseases, infections and new anti-bacterial active substances, digitalisation and artificial intelligence – these are some of the top issues discussed this year at the MEDICA LABMED FORUM, which is part of the MEDICA 2023 trade fair in Düsseldorf. Over the last years, the forum has developed into an especially noted part of the programme at the internationally leading trade fair for the health and medical technology industry, and will be held on all four days of the MEDICA event (duration 2023: 13 – 16 November) in the trade fair Hall 1. From 10.30 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. there will be a high-class scientific programme on stage.

Though the topics are complex, it is a hallmark of the MEDICA LABMED FORUM that all presentations are short, to the point and easy to understand, and can be addressed in further depth in panel discussions.

Like last year, the sophisticated programme was organised by Prof. Stefan Holdenrieder and Prof. Georg Hoffmann (German Heart Centre at the Technical University of Munich). During each lunch break, exhibiting companies at MEDICA 2023 are given the opportunity to introduce themselves with short presentations about their company.

Laboratory innovations at the Bosch Healthcare Solutions stand (© Messe Düsseldorf).

Day 1: Lab management

On Monday, MEDICA starts with two “scandalous” issues which currently cause heated debates throughout the field of laboratory medicine: the potential threat to the existence of small IVD companies and specialised labs posed by the “In-Vitro Diagnostics Regulation” (IVDR) and the use of artificial intelligence (AI) with new possibilities and also risks. Led by Prof. Astrid Petersmann (University of Oldenburg), in the morning there will be a professional discussion concerning the challenges posed by the new EU directive for the quality assurance of diagnostic tests, and how these can be overcome. In the afternoon, an equally exciting discussion will follow, concerning how artificial intelligence and machine learning are about to change the way we work in laboratories. One of the most advanced application areas currently is the automatic evaluation of microscopic images and complex data sets, for example in the diagnosis of leukaemia.

Day 2: Advances in clinical diagnostics

On the second day, led by Prof. Stefan Holdenrieder, German Heart Centre Munich, there will be a discussion of new developments in laboratory medicine within the fields of oncology and cardiology. Over the last years, research has revealed the enormous potential of blood examinations for the diagnosis, prognostication and therapy management of different types of cancer. For example, circulating tumour cells and nucleic acids are becoming established as a second methodological pillar, which opens up new perspectives beyond the classic examination of tissue for the field of oncology.

A change of perspective is visible in cardiology as well: Molecular diagnostic tests allow for the increasing improvement of risk assessment for arteriosclerotic cardiovascular diseases, and thanks to advances in heart surgery, the importance of genetic examinations in the case of congenital heart defects is also on the rise. Other than that, thromboinflammation presents a new pathophysiological concept for understanding thrombogenesis.

Day 3: The perspective of young scientists

The third day of the Forum traditionally belongs to the next scientific generation within laboratory medicine. PD Dr Verena Haselmann, senior physician at the University Hospital Mannheim, invites young colleagues every year to report on their current research and thus give an outlook on the future of the scientific field.

The leitmotif for 2023 is taken from the “data sciences”, which naturally exert a special attraction for young people due to the intelligent evaluation of large amounts of lab data. The presentation subjects in the morning run the gamut from AI-supported image evaluation to the analysis of complex lab data to the automated generation of reports on diagnostic findings. In the afternoon, there will be a discussion of practical applications in hospitals, in doctor’s offices and within the diagnostics industry, among other subjects.

Trade fair audience in the Laboratory Equipment & Diagnostics theme area (© Constanze Tillmann/ Messe Düsseldorf).

Day 4: Innovation from an industry perspective

The last day of the event at the MEDICA LABMED FORUM starts with an overview of diagnostic solutions that noticeably shorten the time it takes to identify a pathogen, thus allowing physicians to make the most effective therapeutic response at an early stage instead of turning in risky diagnostic circles and losing time. Special attention is given to managing septicaemia through quick identification of the pathogen and the targeted use of antibiotics.

More thorough research into scientific basics and possible applications yields a perspective for future options beyond classic antibiotic therapy, with the goal of countering the problematic development of resistances through innovative approaches. The spectrum of possible approaches under discussion ranges from the use of small molecules against bacterial toxins or specific transporters in the bacterial wall to phage therapy. A look inside the world of “Next Generation Sequencing” (NGS) and bioinformatics rounds out the event. The focus here is on characterising the microbiome of newborns, a very vulnerable patient group.

Another established tradition at MEDICA is the presentation of future trends from the point of view of the diagnostics and life science industry – a part of the forum programme that has for years been realised by Dr Peter Quick, member of the board of the Diagnostics Industry Association (Verband der Diagnostica-Industrie, VDGH). Present for the first time as a co-chairman this year is his colleague in the association, Dr Jan Gorka. Both have chosen infectious diseases as a focus for 2023, because “bacterial resistances to antibiotics are a serious and growing health problem that is accepted as the new normal in some health systems, among them Germany, and which will therefore cost the lives of thousands of people in future”, according to Dr Quick.

In the previous year, MEDICA and the parallel suppliers’ professional trade fair COMPAMED together were attended by 81,000 visiting professionals (2021: 46,000) with an international share of 75 percent.

https://www.medica-tradefair.com/

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Free CAD Software for Small Businesses and Personal Projects

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Free CAD Software for Small Businesses and Personal Projects

Free CAD Software for Small Businesses and Personal Projects

M4 PERSONAL version 7.2 offers many advantages for 2D and 3D design. The optimised usability enables a quick start. 

M4 PERSONAL is extremely powerful free CAD software for accurate 2D and 3D design. Version 7.2 offers enhanced features for an even better user experience.

More power with more possibilities

M4 PERSONAL is more than just simple CAD software. With its wide range of functionality, users can create complex 2D and 3D designs, integrate images and photos into their projects, and also generate designs parametrically. The software serves as a versatile platform for creative design ideas and precise construction projects.

More flexibility and efficiency with the new version

For the new version 7.2 of M4 PERSONAL, feedback from both professional and personal users was used as the basis for numerous enhancements. The optimised user interface simplifies operation and shortens the learning curve. Many features have been enhanced, allowing for faster and more efficient design of 2D and 3D projects. The increased flexibility enables users to effectively implement a wide range of design requirements.

Easy entry into CAD

The free M4 PERSONAL CAD software is suitable for beginners as well as for experienced users. The user-friendly software enables the quick and smooth conversion of creative ideas into detailed designs. Its intuitive operation, together with extensive video tutorials enable a quick start. Advanced users benefit from the additional capabilities of automation and parameterisation, which take their 2D and 3D designs to a new level.

Free CAD software to get you started

With the free M4 PERSONAL CAD software, the developer CAD Schroer gives personal users and small businesses access to professional design software that can be used to implement projects of any kind. External drawings can be easily imported and processed via the included DWG/DXF interface. This makes M4 PERSONAL equally suitable for creating new CAD drawings, editing existing drawings, and the detailed design of complex parts.

M4 PERSONAL Version 7.2 free download

The latest version of M4 PERSONAL is now available for download from the CAD Schroer website. The software can be used for personal projects completely free of charge. For commercial use of the software, the pay per result principle applies, whereby the individual drawings can be authorised for commercial use directly from the software. Version 7.2 of the free M4 PERSONAL CAD software has been optimised to meet the requirements of customers for 2D and 3D design.

https://www.cad-schroer.com/

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New Solutions, Trends and Know-How for Process-Secure, Sustainably Clean Component Parts

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New Solutions, Trends and Know-How for Process-Secure, Sustainably Clean Component Parts

New Solutions, Trends and Know-How for Process-Secure, Sustainably Clean Component Parts

Hannover, Germany. Companies from every sphere of industrial manufacturing need to continuously improve their product quality and cost efficiency, while simultaneously cutting down on the consumption of energy and resources. Here, optimized and tailored cleaning processes can make a significant contribution. Parts2clean features the relevant solutions, trends and know-how. The 20th edition of the leading international trade fair for industrial parts and surface cleaning is being staged from September 26 to 28 2023, at the Stuttgart Exhibition Center in southern Germany.

Whether it involves degreasing, classic component cleaning or high-purity applications – as varied as those tasks may be – technological and social trends are introducing new requirements to parts cleaning. This has resulted in the situation that higher cleanliness specifications need to be met in virtually all cleaning applications, especially when it comes to residual filmic contamination. In order to offer competitive products in the long run, cleaning must also be as economical, energy-efficient and resource-efficient as possible. In a growing number of cases, the stability of the cleaning processes must also be verifiable. “As the world’s foremost information and procurement platform for industrial cleaning technology, parts2clean offers ideas, solutions and services for adapting all of the steps involved in parts and surface cleaning to meet this increased set of demands and make them future-proof,” explains Christoph Nowak, Project Director at the Deutsche Messe group of companies. “In the same vein, effective knowledge transfer for parts cleaning that meets these requirements and is both process-secure and sustainable is the focus of the supporting program at the 20th leading international trade fair,” he adds.

Innovations and product refinements in all display sectors

One proof of this is the presence of practically all market and technology- leading companies from the industrial cleaning technology sector at the event. “Many of these exhibitors will be using the anniversary edition to introduce new and refined products and services to an international trade audience,” reports Nowak. This includes new and optimized system concepts for degreasing and classic cleaning tasks as well as for precision cleaning and high-purity applications, such as those increasingly encountered in the optical and semiconductor supply industry, electromobility and medical, pharmaceutical, sensor, measurement and analysis technology. “Due to the steadily growing importance of these applications, the classic core areas of parts2clean have been expanded at the anniversary event to include the highlight topic of High Purity,” adds Nowak. However, this is not only demonstrated by plant and process engineering solutions for cleaning high- tech components, but also by the broad range of products for setting up, equipping and optimizing cleanrooms.

The event features exhibitors with innovative and adapted process technologies as well as solutions for cleanliness control, doing justice to the trend towards ever-higher particulate and filmic cleanliness requirements that are present in most industries. Energy-efficient drying alternatives will also be presented for greater resource efficiency in the operation of wet-chemical cleaning systems. Whether for the removal of contaminants over the entire surface or selectively, the importance of dry individual parts cleaning is increasing from the point of view of cleanliness technology and energy as well, which is also reflected in the range of products on display at parts2clean. Another topic covered by exhibitors consists of the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the field of industrial parts cleaning. When it comes to cleaning media, bath monitoring and care, water treatment, corrosion protection and packaging, as well as cleaning and transport containers, companies are appearing with new and refined products.

Supporting program delivers effective knowledge transfer – High Purity included

“Complementing the exhibitors’ cross-technology, cross-material and cross- industry presentations, the sophisticated supporting program offers visitors a wealth of knowledge and know-how on current topics in component cleaning and a range of trends in growth industries,” reports Nowak. The special show “Process Chain Technical Cleanliness”, organized jointly with the CEC (Cleaning Excellence Center), will demonstrate ways of implementing the required component cleanliness in line with requirements and in a sustainable manner, including accompanying quality assurance based on the use of innovative technologies.

The exciting program of lectures and presentations on trends and new developments at the action area of the Fachverband industrielle Teilereinigung e. V. (FiT) will be impressively complemented by the presentation of the FiT2clean Award, worth 10,000 euros, on the third day of the trade show.

A highlight of this year’s parts2clean bilingual Expert Forum program is the keynote lecture by Dr. Nicole Smits, Cleanliness Expert at ASML Netherlands B.V., which will kick off the High Purity lecture series. She will provide information on the importance of cleaning and the cleanliness requirements for EUV technology and how these can be achieved. Other topics in this session will deal with requirements and solutions for medical, pharmaceutical and microtechnology, precision optics and sensor technology, among others. No less interesting are the presentations by high-ranking experts from industry, research and science on the topic blocks “Fundamentals of Industrial Cleaning Processes”, “Monitoring and Controlling Cleaning Processes”, “Cleaning in Electrical Engineering/Electronics” and “Monitoring and Analyzing Cleaned Surfaces”.

www.parts2clean.de

 

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T-Hub, Atal Incubation Center Selects 23 Startups for AIC T-Hub’s Sustainability Cohort

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T-Hub, Atal Incubation Center Selects 23 Startups for AIC T-Hub’s Sustainability Cohort

T-Hub, Atal Incubation Center Selects 23 Startups for AIC T-Hub’s Sustainability Cohort

  • Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog partnered with T-Hub to set up AIC T-Hub Foundation for a dedicated focus on healthcare, mobility, semiconductor and sustainability sectors.
  • Intensive 100-Day Program to Address Sustainability Challenges and grow green initiatives.
  • AIC T-Hub’s Sustainability program honoured with “Green Warrior Award” from PoweredHorse

T-Hub, India’s leading innovation ecosystem today announces the launch of second cohort of AIC T-Hub’s sustainability program to foster innovation and drive sustainable solutions across the sector. The cohort, which comprises 23 cutting-edge startups, will undergo a 100-day intensive program aimed at fostering solutions to pressing sustainability challenges.

The selected startups for the current cohort will focus on key areas such as Agricultural Sustainability, Environmental Conservation, Solid Waste Management, Climate Technology, Alternative Fuels, Green Manufacturing, and Renewable Energy. Out of 400 applicants, 24 startups were selected based on their viable prototypes, commercialization pathways, a minimum monthly revenue of 1 Lakh INR, and a strong founding team with relevant expertise, ensuring potential for substantial impact. Amongst the selected startups are, Bioreform, Bluedrop Enviro, Emusa, Greencarbon Hub, Greenifit, Hashtag Percapita, JuteEarth, Kalki Ecosphere, Kalki Energy Salvation, Lawtonlight House, Malhari Projects, MyCovation, Neevo Life, RAU ECOSTONE PRIVATE LIMITED, Readypods , PlantFarmula, Praana Power, Prasinos Tech, RootsGoods Pvt Ltd, Statwig, Swansea, TheKabadShop, VChained.

Through T-Hub’s extensive network, startups will connect with mentors, domain experts, and fellow founders, while also gaining access to government compliance assistance, advanced technology facilities, and essential information about grants and incentives. Furthermore, T-Hub will create opportunities for potential partnerships with prominent MNCs and investment networks, ensuring a comprehensive and impactful ecosystem for the startups’ future growth and success.

Mahankali Srinivas Rao (MSR), CEO of T-Hub said, “With the launch of our second cohort of AIC T-Hub’s sustainability program, we continue to cultivate a culture of innovation and drive towards sustainable solutions. AIC T-Hub programme embodies our unwavering commitment to fostering growth, propelling startups into a future defined by impactful transformation. Throughout the program, T-Hub will cultivate and empower these selected startups, equipping them with the essential tools to scale their businesses, shaping their success and creating a legacy of positive change.”

Rajesh Adla, CEO of AIC T-Hub Foundation, said, “At AIC T-Hub, we embrace the role of catalysts for transformation. The launch of our second sustainability cohort exemplifies our dedication to igniting innovation. Through our sector lab, pool of 200+ mentor networks, investors and value partner access for or cloud credits, startups are getting impressive support. Our hands-on support navigates them toward customers, pilots, and grants, envisioning a sustainable future aligned with industry SDG goals.”

The previous cohort of startups in the AIC T-Hub Sustainability Program made a significant impact, with 14 startups securing over 3 Crore INR+ in grants/investment, forming 140+ market connections, benefiting from 20 mentors, accessing 17+ pilot opportunities, and garnering 15+ recognitions and awards. Notably, the sustainability program received the esteemed “Green Warrior Award” from PoweredHorse for its commitment to environmental sustainability. Additionally, startup Himalayan Hemp, incubated under this program, was honoured with the National Startup Award. These feats showcase the calibre of startups nurtured within the T-Hub ecosystem.

The current cohort will commence on August 3, 2023, and will run until November 10, 2023, providing a dynamic environment for startups to accelerate their growth, refine their strategies, and access the resources needed for success.

More about program- https://programs.t-hub.co/aic-sustainability-program/

 

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Amcor Announces Acquisition of Scalable Flexible Packaging Plant in High-Growth Indian Market

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Amcor Announces Acquisition of Scalable Flexible Packaging Plant in High-Growth Indian Market

Amcor Announces Acquisition of Scalable Flexible Packaging Plant in High-Growth Indian Market

Amcor (NYSE:AMCR, ASX:AMC), a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions, today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire Phoenix Flexibles, expanding Amcor’s capacity in the high-growth Indian market.

Phoenix Flexibles has one plant located in Gujarat, India, and the business generates annual revenue of approximately US$20 million from the sale of flexible packaging for food, home care and personal care applications.

Amcor currently has four flexible packaging plants in India. The business has delivered double-digit organic sales growth per annum over the last three years, significantly outpacing growth in the underlying market, and is also investing to double its local footprint in the Pharmaceutical and Medical packaging categories.

The addition of Phoenix Flexibles’ well capitalized and strategically located production facility will immediately increase Amcor’s capacity to satisfy continued high demand and drive strong returns for shareholders. The acquisition also adds machine-direction oriented film technology, enabling local production of a broader range of more sustainable packaging solutions, and brings capabilities allowing Amcor to expand its product offering in attractive high-value segments.

Amcor Flexibles Asia Pacific President Mike Cash said, “Amcor continues to see substantial opportunities to grow our flexible packaging business in India. With this acquisition, we are investing to maintain and build upon the significant momentum the business has delivered over several years. The scalable nature of the acquired facility, combined with the localization of new capabilities, further enhances our customer value proposition in this attractive high-growth market.”

The acquisition is subject to customary closing procedures and is expected to close in the September 2023 quarter.

www.amcor.com

 

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A Sustainable Future: Discovering Gogreen FZE’s Initiatives

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A Sustainable Future: Discovering Gogreen FZE’s Initiatives

A Sustainable Future: Discovering Gogreen FZE’s Initiatives

An Exclusive Interview with Mr. Ajay Singh Rajput, Director, Gogreen FZE, UAE

Mr. Ajay Singh Rajput, could you tell us about your company, Go Green – Shaping the future, and its role in the polymer trading industry in the Middle East?

  • AR: Sure! Go Green – Shaping the future is one of the largest polymer traders in the Middle East, with a focus on sustainability and recycling. We are actively involved in exporting polymer materials to Europe, India, Africa, and various other regions in the Middle East.

What sets Go Green apart from other polymer traders in the region?

  • AR: At Go Green, our commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainability sets us apart. Our recycling facilities allow us to contribute significantly to the circular economy, reducing plastic waste and promoting a greener future.

Can you provide some insights into the scope and scale of your polymer trading operations?

  • AR: With our extensive network and strategic partnerships, Go Green has achieved substantial growth in the polymer trading industry. Our export operations reach multiple continents, making us a prominent player in the global market.

How do you ensure the quality of your polymer exports to Europe, India, and Africa?

  • AR: Quality control is of utmost importance to us. We have stringent procedures in place to inspect and certify the polymer materials we export, ensuring they meet international standards and customer requirements.

What future initiatives is Go Green planning to undertake to further promote sustainability in the polymer industry?

  • AR: We are continuously exploring innovative ways to enhance our recycling facilities and increase our use of eco-friendly practices. Additionally, we aim to collaborate with more recycling partners and implement advanced technologies to reduce our environmental footprint further.

Can you share some of the challenges you face in trading polymers in various regions, and how you overcome them?

  • AR: Trading polymers across different regions comes with its challenges, such as regulatory compliance, transportation logistics, and market fluctuations. We tackle these obstacles through our experienced team, comprehensive market research, and strategic planning, ensuring smooth operations and customer satisfaction.

How do you envision Go Green’s role in shaping the future of the polymer industry?

  • AR: Our vision is to be at the forefront of sustainable practices in the polymer industry. By promoting recycling and environmentally friendly processes, we aim to set an example and inspire others to embrace responsible practices for a greener and more sustainable future.

What are some of the upcoming markets or regions that Go Green plans to expand its polymer trading operations into?

  • AR: As part of our growth strategy, Go Green is actively exploring opportunities to expand our presence in emerging markets that show potential for sustainable polymer solutions. While specifics are subject to ongoing market research, regions with a growing emphasis on environmental consciousness and circular economy principles are of particular interest to us.

How does Go Green contribute to the local communities where your recycling facilities are located?

  • AR: Go Green takes its social responsibility seriously. We actively engage with local communities around our recycling facilities, supporting initiatives that promote environmental awareness, education, and sustainable practices. Additionally, we provide employment opportunities and contribute to local economic development.

What are some of the recent achievements or milestones that Go Green – Shaping the future has accomplished?

  • AR: Recently, we were recognized for our outstanding contributions to sustainability and received an industry award for our recycling initiatives. Additionally, we successfully expanded our operations in a key market, solidifying our position as a leading polymer trader in the Middle East.

 

 

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Hubergroup Presents New Solvent-Based, Food-Safe Ink Series For The Asian Market

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Hubergroup Presents New Solvent-Based, Food-Safe Ink Series For The Asian Market

Hubergroup Presents New Solvent-Based, Food-Safe Ink Series For The Asian Market

hubergroup Print Solutions, a leading international printing ink specialist, will participate in
the 10th Specialty Films & Flexible Packaging Global Summit 2023 as a platinum sponsor.
At this conference, taking place on August 31 and September 1, 2023, in Mumbai,
hubergroup will launch three new solvent-based ink series which are specifically tailored to
the needs of the Asian market: Gecko Platinum Plus, Gecko Platinum NT and Gecko Gold.
Thanks to the intensive research work of hubergroup’s developers in India and Germany,
the sustainable, toluene-free ink series are ideally adapted to today’s high requirements for
safe food packaging.

Carefully selected raw materials further enable these new Gecko series to combine a wide
colour gamut and broad field of application with sustainability. They convince with high run
length, excellent print performance, and eco-friendly formulation that supports sustainable,
future-oriented packaging solutions. The PU (polyurethane)-based series Gecko Platinum Plus and Gecko Platinum NT as well as the hybrid vinyl-based series Gecko Gold are manufactured with the utmost care and highest safety standards and are, thus, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) certified.“At hubergroup, we place great emphasis on supporting the production of safe and sustainable packaging. We are, thus, pleased to launch these three state-of-the-art solvent-based series, drawing on our tried and tested Gecko formulations which are specially adapted to the needs of the Asian market,“ says Suresh Kalra, Managing Director India and President Asia at hubergroup. “As one of the biggest packaging summits in the world, the Speciality Films & Flexible Packaging Global Summit is the perfect platform for introducing these new products to the Indian flexible packaging industry. I would like to invite everyone to visit our stand to discuss our solutions for today’s requirements of printers.”

https://www.hubergroup.com/group/en/

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Support Pillar With Clearance Hole and Thread – Extended Product Portfolio

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Support Pillar With Clearance Hole and Thread – Extended Product Portfolio

Support Pillar With Clearance Hole and Thread – Extended Product Portfolio

Depending on the size of the injection moulding tool, any deflection when filling the cavities can lead to major problems. Support pillars serve to support mould plates and intermediate plates in order to bridge large gaps between the mould risers.

Greater mould rigidity

The newly designed HASCO support pillars Z571/…, with clearance hole and thread, give designers maximum freedom in mould design, also when high injection moulding pressures have to be absorbed. The use of support pillars makes a considerable contribution to effectively reducing so-called mould breathing, increasing mould rigidity and preventing deflection of the mould parting surface. Different fixing variants in the mould are possible through the thread or the clearance hole.

New additional dimensions

With new additional sizes and lengths, the existing portfolio offers additional varied possibilities for partial support in the mould. The pillars are available direct ex works in the steel quality 1.1730 in diameters ranging from 25-100 mm and lengths ranging from 36-196 mm.

Flexible installation

The thread and clearance hole allow flexible fixing variants in the mould. By shortening the standard lengths, it is also possible to easily and quickly produce customised installation dimensions for special applications. Simple assembly and the reduction in mould deflection guarantee maximum reliability and efficient production during the entire injection moulding process.

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