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Weetabix launches a major packaging overhaul to address nutritional deficiencies. The UK cereal leader’s redesign highlights key nutrients like Vitamin D, fibre, and iron on the front of the box. This strategic move targets public health issues and positions Weetabix as a dietary solution, enhancing brand loyalty through health transparency.
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OMRON launches S8AS2 smart power supply for industrial automation. The compact unit integrates DC power supply, circuit protection, and monitoring, reducing panel space and wiring complexity. It targets automation engineers and system integrators seeking efficient power distribution solutions across industries such as automotive manufacturing.
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Groundbreaking technique simplifies peptide synthesis, enhancing drug development. A team at UC Santa Barbara has innovated a method to synthesise non-natural amino acids efficiently. This advancement promises to expand peptide research, offering scientists access to a broader array of amino acids beyond the naturally occurring 22.
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Johnson Controls to acquire Alloy Enterprises for strategic growth. The acquisition enhances Johnson Controls’ position in data centre cooling, integrating Alloy’s liquid cooling technology to boost thermal management efficiency. This move aligns with the company’s commitment to advanced cooling solutions in mission-critical applications.
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Scientists develop a groundbreaking multicolor electron microscopy technique. This innovation merges electron and fluorescence microscopy, enabling researchers to view cellular architecture and protein locations simultaneously. The method promises advancements in studying cell signalling and molecular organisation, with initial demonstrations showing success in mammalian cells.
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Fans and Blowers named as UK distributor for HW Ventilation. This strategic partnership unites Italian engineering prowess with British operational efficiency, enhancing the UK air-movement sector. By integrating HasconWing® technology with Fans and Blowers’ expertise, the collaboration promises unrivalled fluid dynamics and swift delivery to British industries.
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IN Supply’s first magazine is live as routes shift. The debut issue connects trade policy, procurement pressure, compliance enforcement, cyber resilience, and climate exposure into one industrial operating context.
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Amcor is expanding its thermoforming capacity amid sector growth. Backed by steady 5% market expansion, the company is targeting ready meals and dairy applications with recycle-ready, lightweight mono-material packs, EVOH barrier options, and premium in-mould labelling to combine extended shelf-life with enhanced on-shelf impact.
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Autopack reported strong interest at Packaging Innovations & Empack. Visitors focused on its automated liquid filling and coffee packaging solutions, alongside a new project video detailing a fully integrated ‘nose to tail’ automation line delivered for edible oils specialist KTC, expanding from filling into end-to-end fulfilment.
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Plug Charging acquires 350 charge points from Wattif, enhancing network. The acquisition includes chargers at transport hubs, NHS sites, and hospitality venues. It signifies a strategic shift for Wattif, reflecting broader market trends in the EV charging sector.
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