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Stewart Lane appointed President of the Manufacturing Technologies Association. Lane, Renishaw’s Head of EMEA Business Development, steps into his role with extensive industry experience. He aims to strengthen the UK manufacturing sector by advocating for advanced technologies, skills development, and sustainability, reinforcing the MTA’s influence in policy and innovation.
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Corplex has launched closed-edge AkyPak packaging to boost hygiene standards. By sealing exposed corrugated edges, the Correx-based design reduces contamination, tearing, and delamination, extends life, and prevents water ingress during cleaning.
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Amcor will showcase its wide ranging capabilities at the Prod&Packexhibition in Lyon, France this November.
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Seaward introduces a new tester for photovoltaic systems. The PV:1525 caters to systems up to 1500 VDC, offering advanced diagnostic tools and dynamic surge protection. Designed for installers and maintenance teams, it integrates Bluetooth for streamlined data management and enhances photovoltaic system efficiency.
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Rockwell Automation unveils transformative technologies at SPS 2025. The world’s leading industrial automation company will present innovations designed to optimise manufacturing processes, highlighting digital twins, AI-driven operations, and advanced I/O platforms. This showcase aims to demonstrate enhanced efficiency and resilience in industrial operations.
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Synergy Flavours addresses high-protein dairy astringency challenges. The newly launched Astringency Masking solution improves flavour and mouthfeel in protein-enriched dairy products, tackling sensory drawbacks often linked with high-protein formats. The solution uses advanced analytical techniques to neutralise astringency, enhancing creaminess and balancing acidity.
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Tetra Pak unveils its new Product Development Centre in France. The facility empowers food and beverage manufacturers with precision, speed, and confidence in scaling powder-formulated products. It offers advanced capabilities for simulating production conditions, validating recipes, and optimising processes, reducing risk, cost, and time-to-market.
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Dutch Gen Z struggles to balance convenience with healthy eating. Time constraints drive young adults towards quick, less nutritious meals, despite their interest in health. HAK research highlights the challenge for food manufacturers to create easy, nutritious options for this fast-paced generation.
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Quartzelec secures contract for hydro generator refurbishment. The £15.4 million contract involves upgrading two 12MW generators at Glenlee Hydro Power Station, a key part of the Galloway Hydro Scheme. This project ensures continued renewable energy production, backed by a 15-year capacity market agreement valued at approximately £20 million.
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Rhodes Interform secures aerospace contract for hydraulic presses. The UK-based manufacturer will supply three bespoke hydraulic presses to produce light aero structures. This deal underscores its technical prowess and longstanding industry presence, highlighting its ability to meet precise aerospace requirements. Rhodes Interform continues to innovate within the sector.
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