
Image courtesy Harmony Energy Harmony Energy, a European developer of battery energy storage systems (BESS), has successfully energised the 100MW/200MWh Cheviré battery project, which they says is now the largest of its kind in France. Located in the port of Nantes Saint-Nazaire Harbour, Harmony says the facility is the country’s first large-scale, two-hour duration battery…

Coveris has introduced mono-material packaging for tortilla wraps as part of its No Waste commitment. With a lengthy shelf life, MonoFlex Thermoform film packaging takes the place of thermoforming substrates made of mixed materials that are not recyclable. The project resulted from close cooperation with a tortilla wrap manufacturer, seeking a more sustainable alternative to…

Coveris has introduced mono-material packaging for tortilla wraps as part of its No Waste commitment. With a lengthy shelf life, MonoFlex Thermoform film packaging takes the place of thermoforming substrates made of mixed materials that are not recyclable. The project resulted from close cooperation with a tortilla wrap manufacturer, seeking a more sustainable alternative to…

Bio-Rad Laboratories has announced the launch of EZ-Check Salmonella spp. Kit, a rapid qualitative test for detection of Salmonella spp. in a variety of food and environmental samples. The test has been validated by AOAC International (under the AOAC Research Institute Performance Tested Method Program) and certified NF VALIDATION by AFNOR Certification. Bio-Rad’s ready-to-use EZ-Check…

Seika Machinery, Inc., a leading provider of advanced machinery, materials and engineering services, will exhibit at the SMTA Guadalajara Expo, taking place September 17–18, 2025 at Expo Guadalajara, Salón Jalisco Hall D & E. Visit Booth 105 to explore Seika’s latest innovations in PCB assembly and cleaning technology. Seika will feature a powerful lineup of…

Scientists explain how zinc deficiency may fuel childhood asthma and allergies, and why supplements could become a safe, low-cost add-on treatment once clinical trials confirm the benefits. Study: The Role of Zinc in Pediatric Asthma and Allergic Rhinitis: Mechanisms and Clinical Implications. Image credit: New Africa/Shutterstock.com Both asthma and allergic rhinitis in children are driven by chronic…

Fortifi Food Processing Solutions has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Provisur Technologies, a leading provider of further processing solutions to the protein industry. The acquisition reflects Fortifi’s broader strategy to offer complete, full-line solutions that include best-in-class automation, robotics and software capabilities. “This is a pivotal moment for our organization and our valued…

Kurtz Ersa Inc., a leading supplier of electronics production equipment, is pleased to announce its participation in the SMTA Guadalajara Expo & Tech Forum, taking place September 17–18, 2025, at Expo Guadalajara, Salón Jalisco Hall D & E. Visit Booth 322 to explore Ersa’s latest soldering, reflow, and rework technologies. This year’s highlights include the…
The required digitalisation and innovation boost needs a simple one-stop-shop focused on SMEs to deliver funding, training and innovation support. Targeting dedicated programmes to SMEs has delivered a 25% increase in productivity in South Korean smart factories and a 27% drop in defects. British manufacturing companies have been lagging behind international competitors over the last…

Essemtec, a global leader in adaptive, highly flexible surface mount technology (SMT) solutions, will exhibit at the SMTA Guadalajara Expo & Tech Forum, taking place September 17–18, 2025, at Expo Guadalajara – Salón Jalisco, Hall D & E. Visit Booth 802 to experience how Essemtec is redefining electronics manufacturing with its high-performance, all-in-one platforms. On…