Packaging
Natural fiber – the bio-option to single use plastics
Plastic packaging materials have been essential to all product areas for decades. These materials offer a broad range flexibility, excellent barrier properties and durability. However, legislative focus on single-use plastics and microplastics has begun to change the market’s perception of these longstanding materials. As a result, there are two main requirements the market is demanding: …
Demand for sustainable packaging and materials is catching on
The use of technical textiles is quietly expanding in the US$850 billion global packaging market – an industry that is on the verge of a transformation with the arrival of new technologies and innovative and sustainable materials. The packaging industry involves goods or products that are contained, carried, stored and/or protected. The sector includes flexible …
Autefa develops next generation fiber baling press
Autefa Solutions has been working successfully in the field of staple fiber logistics for 65 years. The automation concepts of Autefa Solutions are used in the production of viscose, polyester and acrylic fibers as well as acetate cigarette tow. Global Sales Director Dirk Falise explained: “Together with market-leading fiber producers we have developed a new …
IGH – the MAE brand for bobbins automatic handling system
Strong competition in the manmade fiber industry pushes all fiber producers to increase their quality level while maintaining low operating cost. Following these needs, MAE SpA of Italy along with its affiliates, has been active in providing innovative and reliable solution for the industry. MAE recently added to its portfolio the IGH brand in order …