Latest press releases in English
"Future Packaging" and innovative packaging design
Stora Enso Oyj, Paperboards
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"Pack design is a fundamental part of creating a brand. It must express the essential nature of the product and give it a unique image", says Marcello Minale, one of the most well-known European names in packaging design. His London-based office carried out the first part of Stora Enso Paperboard's "Future Packaging Development Programme", a project which aims to seek new stimulating ideas for food packaging designs and brand makers of the future. The project utilised the versatile properties of Enso Performa board.
New aerial work platforms feature rapid elevation and wide out-reach
JLG Industries, Inc.
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Two new 24.38 m (80-foot) aerial work platforms with articulating booms can reach full elevation within 50 seconds and extend more than 15.24 m (50 feet) horizontally to reach over obstacles. The CE-approved 800 Series boom lifts from U. S. company JLG Industries are available for purchase or rent worldwide.
CE Johansson AB and Giddings Lewis Form Strategic Channel Partnership
CE Johansson AB
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Swedish C. E. Johansson AB and US-based Giddings & Lewis, two renowned leaders in the metrology industry, join forces to form a strategic partnership. The scope is that a new alignment will expand market reach for both companies.
Significant Investment Means More Efficient European Kraft Paper Production
UPM-Kymmene Oyj, Wisapaper
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Higher quality, improved paper strength, better printing and converting qualities are the results of a major investment in the latest kraft paper production technology by international paper manufacturing group, UPM-Kymmene. It will also contribute to higher environmental standards and greater energy conservation.
"Compact" Motor for Augers
Haegglunds Drives AB / Hagglunds Drives AB
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An hydraulic drive motor could offer many advantages in earth auger applications including low maintenance and ability to handle shock loads.
Adjustable propellers increase boats versatility
ProPulse AB
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An adjustable propeller for outboard motors is currently being launched. The propeller's special design with revolving blades enables boat owners to set the propeller's pitch and adjust performance themselves. This enables the boat to operate at an optimum level when carrying both light and heavy loads.
New liquefied CO2 pumps minimize flashing without sub-coolers
Haskel International, Inc.
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When excessive amounts of liquid carbon dioxide (CO2) vaporize while being pumped, the results can include reduced process efficiency and increased scrap product. U. S. company Haskel International has addressed this problem with the industry's first pumps specially designed to maintain liquefied CO2 temperatures below the flash point.
Aluminium-free packaging material - new product applications
Stora Enso Oyj, Paperboards
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Packaging manufacturers are in a key position between packaging board producers and end users when it comes to the introduction of new packaging solutions. End user demands have increased, particularly with respect to barrier properties. Packages are also required to be recyclable and easily disposable - a goal that cannot be achieved with conventional aluminium laminated liquid packaging. Italpak, which produces packaging for companies in the food, cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries, has switched to using the European and USA patented Ensobarr barrier coating, which replaces aluminium laminating in packaging boards.
Easier washing with a new card
Electrolux-Wascator AB
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A simplified payment system for laundry rooms and laundrettes is being launched by Electrolux-Wascator. Using the new SingleSystem, the handling of money disappears and is replaced by a personal payment card. By reducing theft and vandalism and simplifying administration, many landlords and property owners can make large cost savings.
Company Profile
Snickers Europe AB
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