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Schneider Electric Learning Series for Industrial Automation

Schneider Electric Canada is launching Learning Series on Automation and Control Products. Join 30 minutes learning and demo sessions on HMI’s, Variable Frequency Drives, PLC’s, Motion Controls, Hybrid DCS, Remote Monitoring, Augmented Reality Software and more. Over 15 sessions to choose from until May 6th.


SkipTheDishes commits a total of over $15 million to help Canadians during COVID-19 crisis

Hungry to help Canadians, the delivery app commits an additional estimated $10 million to local restaurants on their network and donates $1 million to Food Banks Canada to support our most vulnerable neighbours.


Coronavirus crisis boosts flexible packaging demand in U.S. and Europe

Due to stockpiling, lockdowns and the increased need for medical supplies, Wood Mackenzie expects flexible packaging consumption in both Europe and the US to see a material uplift in the short-term.


Constantia Flexibles selected as one of the ‘50 Sustainability & Climate Leaders 2020’

This year, Constantia Flexibles has been selected as one of 50 global companies to take part in an international sustainability and climate initiative, initiated by the TBD media group.


CPL launches production of hand sanitizer to meet critical shortages

With the urgent need for hand sanitizer, CPL recently developed its product based on Health Canada and FDA guidelines.


Matrix outlines four steps customers should follow to keep their packaging machinery fully operational

There’s no doubt that while some manufacturing sectors are slowing down as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, other select industries are likely ramping up production.


The Canadian Shield opens second facility, will hire hundreds of employees

Canadian Shield will provide reusable face shields to healthcare workers across North America fighting the COVID-19 pandemic.


Despite short-term strain from COVID-19, U.S. moulded pulp packaging demand to rise 6.1% per year through 2024

U.S. demand for molded pulp packaging is expected to climb at a robust pace through 2024 due to molded pulp’s environmental advantages.


Freedonia’s outlook for the stretch and shrink film market during COVID-19 pandemic and beyond

Multilayer films are increasingly favored for their downgauging potential, as they require less material to achieve required strength.


Mondelēz Canada is donating over $1 million to community organizations and frontline healthcare workers

Mondelēz Canada today announced it is donating over $1 million worth of financial and in-kind support to frontline healthcare workers.


Canada must be champion of open trade: C.D. Howe Institute Crisis Working Group on Business Continuity and Trade

The group of economists and industry experts held its third meeting on Tuesday, April 7, 2020.


Plastics industry shines in fight against COVID-19

The U.K. plastics industry is playing a key role in the fight against COVID-19, with many companies going to great lengths to meet sudden spikes in demand.


Nestlé Canada provides over $2 million in food donations to Food Banks Canada to help families and communities impacted by COVID-19

Food banks across Canada have been severely impacted by COVID-19, and the need for support and resources continues to intensify.


Paper and paperboard packaging market size worth $413 billion by 2026

Asia-Pacific is expected to be the leading contributor to the global Paper and Paperboard Packaging market revenue in 2018.


Pizza Pizza delivers peace of mind with new Tamper-Proof Pizza Box

Pizza Pizza’s latest innovation comes at a time when food safety is more important than ever.


Clariant starts monthly production of 2 million litres of disinfectant in Gendorf to support vital institutions during COVID-19 outbreak

This disinfectant is then directly or via repacking partners provided to regional hospitals and other vital institutions in Bavaria.


Plastic-like packaging material made from completely renewable raw materials by VTT

Consumers and companies alike are interested in environmentally friendly and recyclable packaging made from renewable materials.


Ontario allows cannabis delivery and curbside pickup from authorized retail stores during COVID-19

Authorized cannabis stores will be permitted to sell, deliver, and offer curbside pick-up of cannabis and other items.
 
 
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FlexLink

Better handling of smaller products

FlexLink expands its stainless-steel range with the new X70X and improved chain design » Read More
Six tips

Six tips to stay healthy and minimize food waste during COVID-19

With most of the U.S. under stay-at-home orders, people are stocking up on household essentials and groceries. » Read More
Resiliency Programs

The 7 Rs of Resiliency Programs

The current COVID-19 crisis is already changing the economy in extraordinary and unexpected ways. » Read More
Del Monte

Arburg and Ems-Chemie provide help!

Production of protective goggles for use in hospitals and rescue services. » Read More
Festo

Chameleon’s tongue for industrial automation wins design prizes

Festo’s adaptive shape gripper DHEF grabs prestigious awards. » Read More
ABB

ABB makes robot programming more intuitive with Wizard Easy Programming software

Easy Programming makes robots easier to install, program and operate without specialized training, reducing barriers for first-time robot-users to implement automation. » Read More
 
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