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Asahi Kasei Starts Construction of Alkaline Water Electrolysis Pilot Test Plant for Hydrogen Production in Kawasaki, Japan

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Asahi Kasei Starts Construction of Alkaline Water Electrolysis Pilot Test Plant for Hydrogen Production in Kawasaki, Japan

Asahi Kasei Starts Construction of Alkaline Water Electrolysis Pilot Test Plant for Hydrogen Production in Kawasaki, Japan

Asahi Kasei, a diversified Japanese multinational company, has started the construction of an alkaline water electrolysis pilot test plant for hydrogen production at its Kawasaki Works location in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. Construction and operation of the plant is supported by the “Green Innovation Fund” of Japan’s New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO). The groundbreaking ceremony was held at the end of October 2022. Start of operation is targeted in early 2024 following construction work, equipment installation and trial operation.

For the sustainable large-scale production of hydrogen, it is essential for electrolysis equipment to be compatible with fluctuating electrical power input generated from renewable energy sources, like wind or solar power. To solve this issue, Asahi Kasei will introduce a pilot plant comprising several “AqualizerTM” electrolyzer modules to perform various trial operations regarding responsiveness to power fluctuation and long-term durability in Kawasaki.

The system features a changeable configuration with 1–4 water electrolysis modules of 0.8 MW. Utilizing multiple modules, the behavior of equipment under various conditions can be replicated, such as the case where one module malfunctions during operation, or the case of low output operation at night. This facilitates verification and improvement of apparatus design, operation methods and control technology.

Furthermore, the “AqualizerTM” electrolyzer is designed to replicate fluctuating output of renewable energy. Since renewable sources provide unstable power output, water electrolysis equipment needs to be highly responsive to fluctuations. As the equipment is designed to simulate such fluctuations, it enables verification of compatibility with renewable energy and coordination with the power system.

Hydrogen-related business defined as strategic growth field Hydrogen-related business is one of Asahi Kasei’s “10 Growth Gears” (GG10), businesses to lead the next phase of growth in fields of focus as part of its medium-term management plan 2024 focused on the theme “Be a Trailblazer.” Asahi Kasei is currently advancing its hydrogen-related business centered on the alkaline water electrolysis system for hydrogen production developed utilizing its experience and expertise gained with the membrane process for chlor-alkali electrolysis.

Asahi Kasei installed a large 10 MW-scale alkaline water electrolysis system at the Fukushima Hydrogen Energy Research Field (FH2R) as part of a project led by Japan’s NEDO and performed several trial operations since 2020. Based on the technological achievements obtained at FH2R, Asahi Kasei plans to commercialize a larger-scale alkaline water electrolysis system comprising multiple 10 MW modules by 2025.

For more information, visit www.asahi–kasei.com.

 

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Covestro and Hasco Vision Join Forces for Recycling Post-Industrial Used Plastics

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Covestro and Hasco Vision Join Forces for Recycling Post-Industrial Used Plastics

Covestro and Hasco Vision Join Forces for Recycling Post-Industrial Used Plastics

  • Turning used engineering plastics into high-quality post-industrial recycled polycarbonates
  • Novel business model allows full transparency and traceability along the value chain
  • Contributing to the low-carbon development of carmakers

With the automotive industry driving itself towards a circular and climate neutral future, the use of alternative materials, including those containing recycled content, to replace fossil resources has become more and more commonplace. However, the quality and traceability of such recycled materials are still of a major concern.

In light of this, materials manufacturer Covestro has formed a partnership with China’s leading auto lighting supplier Hasco Vision to build a closed-loop recycling business model that would guarantee the plastics recycled from the manufacturing of automotive lamps are both of high quality and traceable.

A long-standing partner of Hasco Vision, Covestro has for many years been supplying the Chinese company with high-performance plastic material polycarbonates to manufacture automotive lamps. According to the new agreement signed at Covestro’s booth at the China International Import Expo, Covestro will also join hands with other partners in the recycling industry to retrieve used plastics from Hasco’s manufacturing sites before turning them into high-quality post-industrial recycled (PIR) polycarbonates and polycarbonate blends that Hasco can use to produce new automotive components.

“In line with the fully circular vision of Covestro, we’re thrilled to work with Hasco Vision to pioneer this innovative business model for the closed-loop recycling of post-industrial plastics,” said Lily Wang, Head of the Engineering Plastics segment at Covestro. “This collaboration, which allows full transparency and traceability along the value chain, will ensure the supply of consistently high-quality PIR plastics to meet the growing demands for more sustainable materials and lower emissions in the automotive industry. We look forward to working with more customers on similar initiatives that close the carbon loop.”

The closed-loop recycling of post-industrial plastics is an effective sustainability solution as such recycled materials have “virgin-like” quality, are easily traceable and help reduce the carbon footprint of vehicles compared with conventional fossil-based materials.

“This innovative cooperation between Hasco and Covestro breaks with convention in terms of raw materials supply as it focuses on using post-industrial recycled materials to create a circular economy,” said Jinlong Ao, Deputy General Manager and Chief Technology Officer of Hasco Vision. “Together we are developing a closed-loop, win-win business model that could become the benchmark for low-carbon cooperation in the automotive industry.”

Covestro has for many years been focused on developing new innovative business models to promote the recycling of plastics. In 2020, the company struck up a partnership with China’s leading beverage maker Nongfu Spring to recycle 19-liter polycarbonate water barrels into materials that can be used in the electrical and electronics, home appliances and automotive industries.

www.covestro.com.

 

 

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“We Need Concerted Action”

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“We Need Concerted Action”

“We Need Concerted Action”

The shortage of personnel is becoming increasingly noticeable in the plastics and rubber machinery industry. In an interview, Thorsten Kühmann, Managing Director of the Plastics and Rubber Machinery Association in the VDMA, describes the situation and indicates possible solutions.

Mr. Kühmann, manufacturers of plastics and rubber machinery are complaining about staff shortages. Can you quantify this?
In a recent VDMA flash survey, 77 percent of companies stated that they were looking for skilled workers, with 27 percent even describing their current shortage level of skilled workers as a very serious problem. And just under a third fear that the situation will get worse in the coming months. So, the situation is increasingly coming to a head.

What are the reasons for the lack of qualified personnel?
One reason is a change in demographics. This has been envisaged for some time, but now it is having an impact. More people are retiring than young people are entering the workforce. In addition, the mechanical engineering sector has grown in recent years due to increased demand, resulting in an additional need for skilled workers. Another reason is that the plastics industry holds too little appeal for young people unfortunately. Young people often take a dim view of plastics. Apparently, we have not yet managed to make it clear that we are the industry that is now setting the course for circularity. In other words, anyone involved in the plastics industry can make an important contribution to sustainability. We are an industry that is in the midst of ecological change, and one which is in the lead in terms of digitalisation; these are two topics that appeal to young people today.

What can the plastics machinery industry do?
We need concerted action in our industry to improve our image among young people, and not just in mechanical engineering. All links in the plastics value chain need to get involved, from manufacturers to machine builders, recyclers to users. If we can show what we really stand for in this way, then we will also become interesting to young people. Up until now, companies have largely acted for themselves when it comes to their public image and promoting young talent, but I see great potential if we try to channel these efforts. The companies also see the need for action and are increasingly open to creating a common framework beyond their own initiatives. Exactly what this will look like has yet to be defined. It would be conceivable, for example, to have a joint day on which the entire plastics industry presents itself to young recruits. Something similar already exists in the USA and we can learn from it.

Can improved technology narrow the workforce gap?
In the future, for sure. We are currently working on bringing intelligence into machines, but also into entire plants and systems. We will have machines that can largely drive and even optimise themselves because they will be equipped with artificial intelligence. That is our long-term goal, and today we are still a long way from achieving it. But once we have achieved it, the skilled labour problem in the area of machine operators, for example, will ease somewhat. However, this will not decisively improve the fundamental problem of skill shortage. We don’t need makeshift solutions; we need well-trained people at all levels, on the training side as well as in development or in the IT area. After all, we also have to manage the transformation of our industry into a truly circular one. We urgently need good skilled workers for all of this.

What will happen if the shortage of skilled workers is not remedied?
Then growth in our industry would become impossible. Many jobs would remain unstaffed, and orders could no longer be accepted. That would be the worst-case scenario, and it must be prevented at all costs. Fortunately, we have not yet reached that point. We are a growing industry, an industry of the future. Plastics production will increase significantly worldwide in the next few years. We still have the chance to act now, and we must do so.

At the end of October, a survey of German family businesses by the Ifo Institute revealed that a quarter intend to cut jobs because of the energy crisis. How do you assess that?
The current energy crisis is undisputed. It can therefore not be ruled out that some companies will cut staff. However, we should not deduce a long-term trend from a short-term crisis. Many companies are already making every effort to change their energy supply and are looking for alternatives to oil as well as gas. This will not happen overnight, but the process is underway. The demand for cutting-edge technology in the rubber and plastics machinery sector is certainly there with a view to the circular economy and recycling, and this is also associated with attractive jobs.

How important would an immigration law be?
Very important. Immigration of skilled workers from third countries can mitigate the shortage of skilled workers. That is why the VDMA supports every measure that facilitates the immigration of qualified workers. However, the best laws are of little use if the practical placement of skilled workers willing to emigrate to take positions within our companies – which are in urgent need of specialists – does not work. This is where temporary staffing agencies could play a crucial role, thanks to the expertise they have already demonstrated in integrating refugees into the German labour market. To this end, policymakers must tackle the necessary reform of the Skilled Workers Immigration Act.

 

 

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GCR Innovating a Sustainable Tomorrow. Opens Innovation Hub for Co-creation of End-to-End Development Solutions

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GCR Innovating a Sustainable Tomorrow. Opens Innovation Hub for Co-creation of End-to-End Development Solutions

GCR Innovating a Sustainable Tomorrow. Opens Innovation Hub for Co-creation of End-to-End Development Solutions

  • Investment in the ‘Innovation Hub’; a dedicated R&D facility for developing solutions that minimise environmental impact while meeting exacting specifications
  • 2000m2 fully equipped ‘co-creation’ space for collaboration on the development of new materials and applications with suppliers and customers
  • Enables development of new formulations, pilot plant trials, testing and up-scaling to production
  • Customisation capability complements Ciclic R-polyolefins and Granic mineral-filled masterbatch range

As part of continuous investment, GCR Group has announced the recent opening of a dedicated R&D center in La Bisbal del Penedés, Tarragona, Spain. This ‘Innovation Hub’ is intended to build on 20 years of experience in materials technology and develop short-term and long-term polymer-based solutions that minimise environmental impact. The overall company investment is expected to reach Euros 100 million by 2025. Combined with the new state-of-the-art 200,000 Tonnes recycling plant opening in 2023, these investments reflect a long-term vision created when the company was founded in 2001; ’Innovating our Sustainable Tomorrow.’

While materials based on virgin polymer resins have well-defined and consistent properties, working with recycled materials or finding ways to reduce carbon footprint presents new challenges that require experimentation to solve. Often custom solutions need to be created considering the waste stream and the application. This is why GCR believes collaborative partnerships in ‘co-creation’ projects within the value chain are vital. The new 2000m2 Innovation Hub concentrates the technical expertise of GCR’s talented team. It includes all the equipment necessary for incubation and proof of concept from development to pilot plant and final production.

Existing collaborations involve technical institutions, equipment suppliers, raw material and waste-stream suppliers, plastic converters and brand owners. GCR also offers turn-key project management where customers completely trust GCR’s capabilities. “We prefer to send you all our scrap because the quality you’re getting out of it is something we will never reach,” quoted a major converter.

GCR’s extensive materials know-how and relentless attention to quality are reflected in existing product ranges. Ciclic R-polyolefins (Recycled polyolefins) are based on ‘up-cycling’ fully traceable waste streams and can deliver similar and consistent material properties as virgin plastics with 60-80% lower Carbon Footprint certification.

Granic mineral-filled masterbatches and compounds can offer up to a 30% reduction in energy costs in downstream polymer processing.

In addition to an extensive range of existing products, the Innovation Hub combines GCR’s comprehensive technical and processing expertise to customise products and bring solutions to the challenges encountered when using post-consumer or post-industrial waste or carbon footprint/LCA improvement. GCR can enhance the value of waste streams through, for example, compatibilizers or capturing/blocking odour-producing bacteria. In addition, it has developed bio-polymer-based and biodegradable solutions.

“We firmly believe that we have the capability, agility and vision to accelerate the circular economy,” says Santiago Sans, Innovation Director at GCR. “Through this investment, we demonstrate our belief in collaboration with like-minded partners in the value chain.”

Finding new sustainable solutions will require changes in how the plastics industry traditionally works; a combination of know-how, new ways of thinking, and a long-term vision. GCR’s investments in Innovation Hub and the new recycling plant bring new tools to help facilitate these changes. This is another example of GCR’s long-term commitment to the circular economy.

www.gcrplasticsolutions.com

 

 

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Clouds but With a Silver Lining

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Clouds but With a Silver Lining

Clouds but With a Silver Lining

By John Blyth, Marketing and Communications Manager, Ricoh Graphic Communications, Ricoh Europe

The Power of Print seminar is always a great chance to learn something new and valuable – about print, packaging, marketing, the business climate, and the environment.

This year, the first actual physical event since 2019, was – emphatically – no exception. The event is run by Two Sides, a not-for-profit organisation that promotes the sustainability and attractiveness of print.

It began with Charles Jarrold, CEO of the British Printing Industries Federation, who highlighted a series of challenges facing print-based businesses, including supply chain and cost inflation, skill shortages, and sustainability. However, the impending economic downturn will reach a print sector that is both resilient and diverse.

Amanda Griffiths of Britain’s Royal Mail then highlighted research showing how mail commanded consumers’ attention during lockdown. And how when people have money worries, like now, mail grabs their attention more than email. Amanda also told us that people who are struggling perceive mail as private and secure, and therefore more trustworthy than email.

Then Ben Briggs, managing partner of agency Join the Dots, stressed how direct mail’s physicality is its superpower. Because, in a digital world, people value authenticity and touch. For many, in fact, receiving it is like “receiving a gift”. Ben regards DM as a disrupter medium, and notes how increasing use of QR codes and Augmented Reality is making it even more relevant. Ultimately, Ben declared, the future is going to be “phygital”.

Yes, the digital universe is expanding and will not be put back in its box. But this means that we all will crave even more the tangible and the real. And so there will be a place for direct mail for many years to come.

Sajeeda Merali is CEO of the Professional Publishers Association and she focused on how printed magazines are increasingly relied upon by consumers and business readers. In this era of fake news and digital overload, carefully curated content that has been written by specialists and experts is valued more highly than ever. Physical magazines harvest intended attention. Advertising content borrows and benefits from this deep attention as readers tend to be more motivated to act on the ads.

After a steady start, the day really took off when Rowena Humby, CEO of Starcount, a data and insights agency, took to the stage. Rowena gave us a privileged insight into a new targeting system that examines Social Media activity (it is based on the interests people have as revealed by the sites they visit). The data is mapped to geographical locations to point to which postcodes are likely to be fertile ground for campaigns promoting products related to, say, veganism, pets, or fitness. Rowena talked about the “algorithm of emotion” and how 80% of decisions are emotional rather than logical. This new system taps into this fundamental truth about our motivations.

The afternoon began with Professor Mark Maslin, Professor of Climatology at University College London, who is a leading scientist with ten books and over 160 papers to his name. His presentation on the worsening environmental situation was sobering. Mark did though outline the steps that governments, citizens, and corporations can take to address the challenges. For companies, switching to 100% renewable energy and offsetting emissions through reforestation and rewilding are some of the measures that make a real difference.

The celebrated economist Andrea Boltho from Oxford University shone a bright light on European economies and concluded that he could not recall a more uncertain time. The European economy has received a triple shock from Covid, then inflation and now war. However, inflation will fall, as commodity and energy prices weaken, and supply chains improve. Especially as monetary tightening is taking place without the backdrop of a wage/price spiral. Further, Andrea does not see the forthcoming recession as being particularly severe although high public debt will probably result in sustained higher interest rates.

Steve Lister of HH Global provided a fascinating look into the complex world of achieving and delivering sustainable packaging for global brands. He showed us how some big FMCG brands have begun to use sustainable materials such as cocoa bean shells and silphie fibres in their Point of Purchase displays. Steve also gave us a view on the future of sustainable packaging. This, he forecasted, will involve increasing use of ocean plastics, reduced outer packaging, plus authenticity in design and materials built-in rather than being overtly obvious.

The last speaker was Jori Ringman, Director General of the Confederation of European Paper Industries, who shared some key facts about the state of Europe’s forests, and what the European paper industry is doing to help sustain them. Jori explained that the land covered by forests in Europe is expanding, citing the annual growth in European tree volumes as 612 million cubic metres, three quarters of which is harvested while one quarter is retained.

So, a rich and varied agenda, full of illuminating insights from a heavyweight lineup of speakers. While environmental and economic issues loomed large, quite rightly in these testing times, there was a powerful undercurrent. About print; and how it’s becoming a safe harbour in the sea of troubles.

It engenders trust, is tangible and engaging – properties that are increasingly scarce. And there is growing confidence that it has a vital role to play in the future. The “phygital” future that Ben Briggs predicts.

The presentations will be released by Two Sides over the coming weeks. To get notification of these you can sign up to receive their newsletters at www.twosides.info

 

 

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Transformational Possibilities of Ricoh Pro Z75’s Quality Showcased at Beta Site

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Transformational Possibilities of Ricoh Pro Z75’s Quality Showcased at Beta Site

Transformational Possibilities of Ricoh Pro Z75’s Quality Showcased at Beta Site

American commercial printer moves offset work to Ricoh’s future-defining B2 sheetfed inkjet press to produce higher print quality faster with fewer demands on staff

The first class quality produced by the Ricoh Pro Z75 B2 sheetfed inkjet press has been showcased by beta site Heeter.

The American commercial printer has moved offset work to this future-defining technology to produce higher print quality faster with fewer demands on staff. Kirk Schlecker, president of Heeter, comments: “What we’ve seen over the years is that inkjet can deliver better quality than offset, in less time and with less stress on our staff. The Ricoh Pro Z75 is the next step in this evolution.”

Among a group of commercial printers from France, Great Britain, Spain, the Netherlands, and Denmark who visited Heeter to personally evaluate the Pro Z75 was Rafael Mari, co-founder of French online printer Realisaprint.com. He remarked that: “We are under greater pressure to deliver a wider range and mix of applications while meeting tighter deadlines. This is against a backdrop of escalating raw material and energy costs, as well supply chain and staffing pressures. The Pro Z75’s combination of print quality and product versatility perfectly addresses demand for visually stunning, fast turnaround, customised communications while ensuring cost efficiency.”

The Ricoh Pro Z75 B2 automatic perfecting sheetfed inkjet press delivers the advantages of sheetfed with the low running costs and high productivity of inkjet. Boasting Ricoh’s newest printheads and inks, applications are produced with the high quality and performance commercial printers are seeking. Supporting hyper relevant short runs and the acceleration of the transition from offset to digital, it enables commercial printers to discover new ways to reach higher benchmarks for productivity, image quality, and flexibility.

“There’s never been a better time to innovate with inkjet,” says Eef de Ridder, Vice President, Graphic Communications, Ricoh Europe: “The offset to digital transition is accelerating at record speeds. The Pro Z75 delivers a powerful combination of high productivity and high quality to fuel that acceleration. With digital there are more opportunities to unlock data’s power efficiently and effectively in ways not afforded by offset.”

Availability of the Ricoh Pro Z75 in EMEA is expected to be mid 2023.

To learn more visit www.ricoh-europe.com.

 

 

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Asahi Photoproducts Takes Its Sustainability Message to Labelexpo India

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Asahi Photoproducts Takes Its Sustainability Message to Labelexpo India

Asahi Photoproducts Takes Its Sustainability Message to Labelexpo India

Elimination of solvents, reduction of waste, faster time to press key to increased sustainability for flexographic printers/converters

Asahi Photoproducts, a pioneer in flexographic photopolymer plate development, today reported it will be taking its sustainability message to Labelexpo India 2022. At the show, which is scheduled for 10 to 13 November at the India Expo Center in Greater Noida, Asahi Kasei’ products will be presented by its distributor TechNova Imaging Systems (P) Ltd. on their Stand M26 in Hall 5. The stand will feature Asahi’s AWP-DEW plates which have achieved Carbon Neutral certification in Japan, the USA, China and Europe.

“We are pleased to represent Asahi Photoproducts in India and to have their participation in our stand at Labelexpo India,” said Sunil Kokane, Sr. Manager Business Development of TechNova Imaging Systems. “Based on our long-time relationship with Asahi, we know they will bring an exceptional level of knowledge and expertise to the event that all attendees will be able to benefit from as they pursue their own productivity, profitability and sustainability goals.”

The Value of Environmentally Sustainable Plates
“At Labelexpo India, we will focus on the value for flexo operations to switch to Asahi CleanPrint water-wash plates, an environmentally sustainable solution that emits no VOCs and not only results in faster plate production but is also a key enabler in improving pressroom productivity,” said Arata Ohnoko, Asahi Sales Manager.

At the show, Asahi Photoproducts representatives will also be discussing the company’s many years of working toward a more sustainable flexographic industry and the importance of setting a Carbon Neutral goal.

CleanPrint Technology Delivers Improved Productivity, Quality, Profitability
Asahi AWP water-washable flexographic plates are processed without VOC-based washout solvents and deliver a faster time to press than VOC solvent-based plates. Asahi´s CleanPrint water-washable flexographic photopolymer plate technology’s ability to deliver high quality print performance is a result of its engineered photopolymer chemistry design. The water-wash technology also features a low surface energy plate resulting in fewer press stops for plate cleaning for significantly improved press efficiency and reducing press waste. All of these elements make them the most sustainable flexographic plates in the industry. In addition, AWP-DEW plates deliver extremely high-quality print due to their precise registration and ability to deliver perfect printing balance between highlights and solids and full support for fixed colour palette printing.

In addition to AWP-DEW plates, Asahi’s AWPTM-Cleanflat plates are also part of the CleanPrint family and will be on display at the show. Although they do not yet have Carbon Neutral certification, AWP-CleanFlat plates have a reduced carbon footprint, especially when compared to solvent-wash flexo plates. These are an out-of-the-box FlatTop plate solution with high-quality printing press consistency. It improves the ink laydown on wide web flexible packaging and beverage carton printing. At the same time, it delivers a sustainable reduction of the printer’s carbon footprint, delivering stable printing quality even with rough surface substrates.

 

For more information about flexographic solutions from Asahi Photoproducts that are in harmony with the environment, visit www.asahi-photoproducts.com.

 

 

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Optimized Hot Runner Systems for PCR Compounds

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Optimized Hot Runner Systems for PCR Compounds

Optimized Hot Runner Systems for PCR Compounds

Oerlikon HRS Flow has developed special hot runner solutions for PCR compounds. Their application possibilities are demonstrated by two examples realized in practice – a fruit crate and a garbage can for composting organic household waste. With these environmentally friendly projects, which were implemented together with various partners, the company underlines its commitment to the circular economy.

For the production of the fruit crates, Mundimold processes an optimized PE compound from APS, Valencia/Spain, which is obtained from the recycling of Tetra Pak card-board packaging. In the production of this demanding part, which was demonstrated at K 2022 on a servo-hydraulic Haitian Jupiter with two-platen technology and 4,500 kN clamping force, a servo-controlled Flex Flow valve gate hot runner system with four drops contributes to the high repeatability of the process. Optimum gate quality is ensured by the new, patent pending TTC cooling bushing from Oerlikon HRS Flow, which prevents needle sticking even with short cycle times. The low energy consumption of the Flex Flow system supports energy-efficient production. Project partners were Haitian, Mundimold, Tetra Pak, APS and Oerlikon HRS Flow. The production process is explained clearly in this video: Eco-friendly Fruit Box: Maximum Precision Combined with Sustainability.

Another example is the Bokashi Organko Essential, an airtight sealable bucket for home composting. The 775 g part with 2.5 mm wall thickness is produced of PCR polymers using an Oerlikon HRS Flow two-drops hot runner system. This is optimized for frequent color changes and designed so that remaining decontaminations in the recyclate do not cause damage, streaks or flow marks that could affect the aesthetic and functional result (courtesy of Plastika Skaza).

(www.hrsflow.com)

 

 

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International Yearbook 2022 is Launched During the 2nd World Plastic Connection Summit

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International Yearbook 2022 is Launched During the 2nd World Plastic Connection Summit

International Yearbook 2022 is Launched During the 2nd World Plastic Connection Summit

The second edition of the yearbook published by the Think Plastic Brazil portfolio will have an online format, featuring even more information on companies in the Brazilian plastics industry

Think Plastic Brazil (portfolio of solutions that support the converted plastic products sector in the process of internationalization for target markets), created by INP (Brazilian Plastics Institute) in partnership with ApexBrasil (Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency), presented this Tuesday (11/8) the International Yearbook 2022. The launch was part of the agenda of the 2 nd World Plastic Connection Summit, which took place in a hybrid format (face-to-face and online) on November 7-10 at Blue Tree Premium Alphaville.

In its second edition, the yearbook was published in three languages ​​(Portuguese, English, and Spanish), featuring information about the Brazilian converted plastics sector and the internationalization process, in addition to the product portfolios of the member companies of the sectoral project.

Currently, 170 companies participate in the Think Plastic Brazil project, a 14% increase compared to 2021. Of this total, 125 already make exports, a figure 19% higher than in the previous year.

Sector exports as of September 2022 increased by 66.2% compared to 2021, generating $340.8 million in revenue. A total of 120,000 metric tons were exported, an 11.2% increase compared to last year.

 

 

Another index that showed growth was that of export destinations, which in 2022 reached 90, a figure 11.1% higher than in the previous period. “We are reaching countries where we did not reach before,” commented Carlos Moreira, Strategy and Project Planning Manager at Think Plastic Brazil.

Nevertheless, the main markets for Brazilian converted plastics are still located in the Americas. The main consumer is Argentina (25.08%), followed by the United States (12.06%). Chile (12.05%), Paraguay (6.58%), and Uruguay (6.18%) complete the top 5.

 

 

The International Yearbook 2022 has a digital format and features printed copies with restricted circulation. The proposal of the Think Plastic Brazil project is to ensure that the information contained in the yearbook can be quickly updated by the companies themselves. “One advantage of the Yearbook is that it is updated live – each month, we will be adding new information, advertisements, and news online,” explained Carlos Moreira.

 

 

The World Plastic Connection Summit is one of the main actions of the sectoral project for the verticals supported by the Think Plastic Brazil program: Agribusiness, Toys and Childcare, Construction, Packaging, Supplies (including Masterbatch, the material responsible for coloring converted plastic products), and Housewares. The event featured the following sponsorships and support: Highlight Plastic – Valgroup; Master Plastic – Braskem; Special Plastic Masterbatch – Colorfix; and the supporters: Institutional – Plástico em Revista and Plástico Virtual, in addition to support by Abiquim and Abiplast.

www.thinkplasticbrazil.com

 

 

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Airnov Celebrates Five Years of Manufacturing in India and Announces Participation at CPHI India 2022

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Airnov Celebrates Five Years of Manufacturing in India and Announces Participation at CPHI India 2022

Airnov Celebrates Five Years of Manufacturing in India and Announces Participation at CPHI India 2022

  • Cuddalore facility continues to serve a growing demand in the Indian market and represents an important hub for future regional growth
  • Airnov to exhibit a broad range of healthcare packaging solutions, including HAT-B, EQius, laser marked canisters and Dricard at CPHI India 2022

Airnov Healthcare Packaging, a global leader in controlled atmosphere packaging, has surpassed five years of manufacturing at its production facility in India.

The plant, located in Cuddalore which sits south of Chennai in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, is operated by a workforce of around 40 dedicated employees and is ISO 9001 and ISO 15378.

Beginning production in 2017, the Indian site is an important local hub for Airnov serving what is a growing national and regional market. It will also prove critical in meeting future growth in demand for Airnov’s healthcare packaging solutions.

Shrikar Trikannad, Head of sales India at Airnov, commented: “We continue to see great promise in the Indian market, which is proving very receptive to the pioneering products that we are able to bring to customers.”

“As we look ahead to the next five years, India will continue to play a key role in our business planning.”

The milestone arrives as Airnov exhibits at CPHI 2022 in India, a leading tradeshow connecting stakeholders in the pharmaceutical sector.

 

In particular, guests are invited to discover a range of products. These include:

  • HAT-B: Airnov’s latest innovative vial, is designed to limit carbon footprints with an optimized amount of plastic. They contain an adjustable desiccant quantity and incorporate versatile sorbent materials to fit stability requirements. The vial, suitable for the pharmaceutical, diagnostic and nutraceutical markets, is available in two sizes and is compatible with existing filling lines.
  • EQius: Airnov’s equilibrium relative humidity stabilizers are sorbent products that can maintain a specific required humidity level in pharmaceuticals. They are particularly designed to protect dry powder inhalers, gelatine capsules, and gummies. The development of Airnov’s EQius portfolio will help customers’ control relative humidity from 10% to 95%, and meet specific needs for the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical markets.
  • Laser marked canisters: These canisters use laser technology to create visible marks on the canister body without inks, varnishes, adhesives, and other extraneous materials for a more sustainable product with less risk of contamination. The portfolio will be complete this year with the release of 2g and 3g.
  • Dricard: The new line of blue Dricard boasts double thickness, which allows for twice the moisture adsorption capacity across the same sized product. It also enables 80% less ink to be used, providing an important sustainability benefit.

www.airnov-healthcare.com

 

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