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The ICR website is up for sale
The Belgian group Daddy Kate is putting the former ICR building in Froyennes, near Tournai, up for sale following the transfer of the Belgian printing operations to other group facilities.
Acquired in early 2024, the industrial site covers an area of 3%E2euros%89630 m 2 . In particular, the building is equipped with a photovoltaic system and a high-voltage connection.
Dolce Vita, the new creative paper from Torraspapel Malmenayde
Torraspapel Malmenayde is expanding its creative paper catalog with Dolce Vita, a new line developed by the Italian paper manufacturer Favini.
This white uncoated paper features a textured surface that provides a print finish similar to that of a matte-coated paper while retaining the feel of natural paper. Designed for brochures, catalogs, publications, and high-end marketing materials, it is available in five weights ranging from 120 to 320 g/m 2 and in the sizes 70 × 100 cm and 72 × 102 cm. Torraspapel Malmenayde guarantees immediate availability, with delivery within 24 hours, thanks to a stock of 13%E2euros%89000 m 2 .
With the addition of this product, Torraspapel Malmenayde now offers six Favini lines in its permanent inventory (Dolce Vita, Burano, Majestic, Dark, Sumo, as well as Shiro Echo and Shiro Echo Raw).
Hubergroup offers its NewV UV inks in a low-tack version
Hubergroup is expanding its NewV line of UV offset inks with new low-tack versions, now available for the NewV Pack Premium, NewV Set LED, NewV Pack MGA, and NewV Poly MGA series.
This development must meet the growing demand from printers who are faced with variations in paper quality and ever-increasing print speeds.
Tack?which refers to the ink?s adhesive strength?can cause fibers to be pulled out of certain sensitive papers or uncoated cardstock if it is too high. According to the German printing ink manufacturer, the new formulations retain the rheological properties of the existing product lines while reducing the risk of substrate fiber pull-out, delamination on multilayer materials, and disruption of the ink-water balance.
Tetra Pak and Jealsa Launch the First Carton Packaging for Canned Tuna
Tetra Pak and the Spanish seafood producer Jealsa are launching what they describe as the first carton package designed for canned tuna. The solution is based on Tetra Recart, which is already used for other long-shelf-life food products.
Launched last month in Sweden by Axfood in a 200-ml size, this packaging serves as an alternative to traditional metal cans.
This packaging would have a smaller carbon footprint than steel cans or glass jars. It would also contain up to 71% FSC-certified paper and is distinguished by its rectangular shape, which makes it easier to store, transport, and stock on shelves.
Following this initial launch, Jealsa plans to expand the use of Tetra Recart to several other products.
A Fire at the Bourray Paper Mill
A fire broke out in the early evening of June 22 on an electrical transformer at the Bourray paper mill in Saint-Mars-la-Brière, in the Sarthe department, which specializes in recycled cellulose wadding.
According to information from the Maine Libre , the fire was brought under control in just six minutes. Production at the site was halted, and a restart procedure was initiated.
650 packaging professionals brought together by Saica
The Spanish group Saica, which specializes in recycled paper and corrugated and flexible packaging, brought together more than 650 participants at its 14th European customer convention, held on June 17 and 18 in Málaga, Spain.
The event brought together customers and experts to discuss regulatory developments, consumer expectations, and innovations in packaging. Discussions focused in particular on the European Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), decarbonization, and the circular economy.
Saica also presented several product developments, including Saica Skin Origami, a concept that combines flexible packaging and corrugated cardboard, as well as new solutions designed for direct contact with fatty foods.
