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Jan 17, 2020
The British Aerosol Manufacturers’ Association has announced a ‘make over’ of its technology course. Set over two days, the course covers aerosol regulation, formulations and filling, as well as advice on propellants, valves and containers from industry experts. As part of the new format, BAMA’s course will incorporate a practical workshop in the UK aerosol laboratory of Lindal Valve.…
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US-based Thompson’s Company has recalled its WaterSeal waterproofing wood protector and masonry protector aerosol cans over concerns that the contents may react with the product, causing propellant leakage. The manufacturers believe the reaction could cause rust to form along the seam of the can, which could spread to other areas of the can and create small leaks. Leaking aerosol propellant…
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Jan 14, 2020
Major packaging firm TricorBraun has acquired Minneapolis, US-based Packaging Solutions Inc. (PSI), a packaging distributor serving markets including personal care and pharmaceutical. PSI has more than 25 years of experience in the industry as a distributor and custom designer of a full range of containers, closures and component options in plastic, metal and glass. Court Carruthers, president…
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Jan 14, 2020
The ADF Awards shortlist has been revealed, ahead of the ADF&PCD and PLD Paris 2020 event at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles on 29 and 30 January. Now in their 14th year, the ADF Awards are designed to single out the best innovations in the aerosol and dispensing sector. Tubex, KAO, Toyo and Anyway Spray are among the brands that have been shortlisted in the 2020 awards. Emma Appert,…
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Jan 14, 2020
The Association of European Producers of Steel for Packaging (APEAL) has welcomed its fifth member. APEAL confirmed the new member, Liberty Liège-Dudelange, which operates three steel production sites in two countries, joined the association on 16 October. Liberty Liège-Dudelange is a subsidiary of international metals and industrial group Liberty House, part of the GFG Alliance. Tony Waite,…
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Jan 13, 2020
Around 90.4% of tinplate packaging used in Germany was recycled in 2018, according to an annual recycling report for packaging by Gesellschaft für Verpackungsmarktforschung (GVM). The recycling rate of tinplate from private end-use sources was as high as 92.2%, making it the most recycled packaging material, according to thyssenkrupp. Dr Peter Biele, CEO of thyssenkrupp, said: “The high…
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Jan 13, 2020
A medical officer in Jamaica is urging citizens to use aerosol sprays to protect themselves from mosquitoes amid an outbreak of dengue fever. Dr Marcia Graham, medical officer of health for Westmoreland, is urging people not to take non-paracetamol-based medication if they suspect they have contracted dengue fever, as it may cause bleeding. While addressing the monthly meeting of the…
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Jan 13, 2020
The US Secret Service released a list of prohibited items before the National Championship football game at the Superdome in New Orleans on 13 January, which President Donald Trump attended. Among the list of banned items at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome were aerosols, ammunition, animals (aside from guide dogs), balloons, drones, glass, thermal or metal containers, selfie sticks and pepper…
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Jan 10, 2020
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) issued a $1,296,885 (€1,168,705) penalty to aluminium recycler Hydro Extrusion USA for multiple air quality permit violations at its facility in The Dalles, Wasco County. It is the largest air quality penalty ever issued by DEQ, which also regulated land and water quality in the state. Hydro Extrusion is part of Norsk Hydro, a Norway-based…
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Procter & Gamble (P&G) has announced plans to acquire Billie Inc, a female body care company focusing on beauty and grooming. Billie is a subscription-based, direct-to-customer brand with a focus on quality shaving supplies and premium body care products. P&G already have an extensive female beauty and grooming portfolio, including Venus and Braun. Billie’s portfolio includes…
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Jan 9, 2020
The British Aerosol Manufacturers' Association (BAMA) has appointed Peter Watmough, global detection products manager at Cascade Technologies, a division of Emerson Automation Solutions, as vice-chairman. Watmough will take over from James Smith of Summit Europe, who served as vice-chair of BAMA since 2018. With several years of experience on BAMA’s board of directors, Watmough’s focus…
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Jan 8, 2020
Police and paramedics were called to a school in Warwickshire, UK after a ‘noxious substance’ was released. A Warwickshire Police spokesperson said the substance that was released at the secondary school in Bedworth appeared to be a CS Spray. Coventry Live reported that the school sent a message to parents, reading: “Good afternoon, there was an incident at school today with an aerosol…
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Jan 6, 2020
Sustainability will be one of Crown Aerosols’ main focuses at this year’s ADF&PCD and PLD Paris, which takes place at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles on 29 and 30 January. The company will be showcasing its green innovations and credentials at its stand, offering visitors the opportunity to find out more about the latest in metal packaging. Sarah D’Amato, new product development and…
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Dec 20, 2019
A house has been severely damaged in an explosion caused by a tumble dryer fire and aerosol cans. One person was at home in Suffolk, UK when the incident occurred. The owner David Metherell, who was not home at the time, said the explosion happened after the tumble dryer ‘ignited’, according to a report by the BBC. He said: “There were domestic aerosol cans stored in the kitchen and…
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Dec 19, 2019
ADF&PCD and PLD Paris 2020 is set to bring more than 700 packaging suppliers and 8,000 buyers in the aerosol and dispensing, cosmetic, perfume and premium drinks sector together. The event, which takes place on 29 and 30 January 2020 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, has added major brands including Unilever, Chanel, Beiersdorf, Johnson & Johnson and L’Oreal to its line-up. Some of…
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Dec 16, 2019
A driver accidentally blew up his car when he lit a cigarette after spraying an air freshener inside the vehicle. The incident, which took place in Yorkshire, UK, caused the car windows to shatter, as well as the car door and boot to buckle. The driver escaped with minor injuries. According to a report by The Mirror, police said the male driver sprayed the air freshener inside the parked car,…
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Dec 13, 2019
Coster, a leading multinational provider of spray packaging solutions and filling equipment, has acquired Catidom SAS – a French metal anodisation company. The two companies signed an agreement on 15 November, meaning Coster will acquire the remaining 60% of Catidom’s share capital from Vacheron Industries. Both Catidom and Coster are family-owned companies. From its production site in…
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Dec 12, 2019
Fifteen students at a school in Manatee County, Florida were treated for ‘respiratory irritation’ following an aerosol-related incident. The students were on their bus journey home from Buffalo Creek Middle School when someone sprayed an ‘excessive amount’ of aerosol body spray, according to a report by Yahoo. The school bus, which was carrying 30 students at the time, stopped to…
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