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Mar 18, 2020
Metal packaging firms Tecnocap and Oricon set up joint venture in India
Household News
Mar 17, 2020
Household and commercial product manufacturers are working to prevent the spread of Covid-19, says the Household & Commercial Products Association (HCPA).
According to a statement by HCPA CEO Steve Caldeira, companies that manufacture disinfectant products are working hard to keep up with demand. He said: "The Environmental Protection Agency recently released a... [Read More]
Other News
Mar 17, 2020
Aerosols events worldwide are being postponed in light of the recent Covid-19 (or coronavirus) outbreak. While many events have been rescheduled for later in the year, others have yet to confirm a new date. The following events have been affected:
Vision 2020 - National Aerosols Association Summit, Nashville, Tennessee
Postponed - New dates TBC
"This conference... [Read More]
Sustainability News
Mar 13, 2020
A total of 116,670 tonnes of aluminium packaging were collected for recycling in the UK last year.
The latest figures released by the Environment Agency (EA) on 12 March show a 17% increase in aluminium recycling compared to 2018 figures, surpassing UK Government targets by more than 8,400 tonnes.
Aluminium packaging, including aerosols, collected through kerbside,... [Read More]
Company News
Mar 12, 2020
US-based Ball Corporation has agreed to acquire an aluminium aerosol packaging business with a plant near Sao Paolo, Brazil.
Ball Corp entered into a purchase agreement to buy Tubex Industria E Comercio de Embalagens Ltda on 12 March, along with associated contracts and other related assets for $80 million (€71.8 million).
The facility, which employs around 300... [Read More]
Other News
Mar 11, 2020
Global production of aluminium aerosol cans fell in 2019 after years of stable growth, according to the International Organisation of Aluminium Aerosol Container Manufacturers (AEROBAL).
A ‘generally weaker’ global economy in 2019 was to blame for the drop in production, according to AEROBAL. Global production decreased from the previous year’s record level of... [Read More]
Policy News
Mar 11, 2020
The Association of European Producers of Steel for Packaging (APEAL) has welcomed the European Union (EU) Circular Economy Action Plan (CEAP) 2.0, published on 11 March.
The CEAP put forward presents measures to: make sustainable products the norm in the EU, ensuring they are designed to last longer, be easier to reuse, repair and recycle; empower consumers to help... [Read More]
Features
Mar 11, 2020
Aerosol manufacturing company Coster has reimagined the humble actuator to create a unique, eye-catching, personalised design for customers
Aerosol manufacturing firm Coster has found a new way of creating the aerosol actuator, where personalisation takes centre-stage. Coster set out to give its clients the freedom to choose the aesthetic effect of the actuator, without... [Read More]
Sustainability News
Mar 10, 2020
Henkel, the major chemical and consumer goods firm behind brands including Schwarzkopf, Right Guard and Syoss, has announced ambitious new sustainability targets.
In its 29th Sustainability Report, Henkel outlined its performance and progress in all areas of sustainability and also presented its strategic framework for the future. By 2030, Henkel aims to become three... [Read More]
Other News
Mar 9, 2020
Most UK consumers would switch to a different brand because it uses less packaging, according to a recent study by leading global paper and packing group, Mondi.
According to its survey of more than 2,000 people ages 16-75 across the UK (conducted by Ipsos MORI), southerners outside of London are the most likely to make the switch, with consumers from London, Scotland... [Read More]
Product News
Mar 5, 2020
Sweden-based companies Aurena Laboratories and Lipidor have launched a new disinfectant spray. Aurena Laboratories, which specialises in bag-on-valve medical devices, partnered with Lipidor to offer the new alcohol-based Skin Disinfection Spray to customers across the globe.
In light of the recent outbreak of Covid-19 or Coronavirus, the companies have decided to accelerate... [Read More]
Features
Mar 5, 2020
Ewa Kubis-Jarzec, head of research and development at Jago Pro, discusses developments in aerosol tanning products, make-up and sustainability goals
Since 1993, Polish aerosol company Jago Pro has developed an impressive range of products and solutions. In addition to providing simple aerosol products such as deodorants, hairspray and air fresheners, the firm has implemented... [Read More]
Sustainability News
Mar 2, 2020
Aerosol and dispensing firm LINDAL Group has launched an ‘innovative and sustainable’ new platform.
Unveiled at ADF Paris in January 2020, the Mini Engine Platform incorporates new actuator designs made from post-consumer resin (PCR) - a material produced using recycled waste. It separates a standard one-piece actuator into two parts: an outer body made from 100%... [Read More]
Other News
Feb 26, 2020
Revellers at a nightclub in Grimsby in the north of England received treatment following the discharge of a noxious aerosol spray.
Five people were affected by the spray when violence broke out at BarRacuda on Grant Street in the town at around 2am on 24 February. According to a report by Grimsby Live, forensic analysis of the noxious substance is being carried out... [Read More]
Features
Feb 26, 2020
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a new ruling categorising aerosol cans as Universal Waste in a bid to boost recycling. World Aerosols asked Mike MacKay of DeSpray Environmental and Gary Okey of Recycle Aerosol to share their thoughts on the ruling and how it will impact the aerosol sector.
Image: Mike MacKay, DeSpray Environmental
Up... [Read More]
Policy News
Feb 26, 2020
Six large retailers have been fined by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) for violations of air quality regulations limiting smog-forming chemicals found in a range of household products including air fresheners, general-purpose cleaners and multipurpose lubricants.
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are an important component of the chemical mixture that turns... [Read More]
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