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A series on audits from Tolag’s Chris McKenzie: Bodymakers
Following decades of learnings and a wealth of experience, Chris McKenzie and Tolag is continuing to guide us through the audit process, examining the bodymaker. Bodymakers The bodymaker is a machine designed to take the cup proffered and redraw it in the first stage to the diameter of a can. The redrawn can is then…
Insights from the 2024 BAMA Forum and Awards
Industry innovations and trends took centre stage at the British Aerosol Manufacturers’ Association 2024 BAMA Forum, which was held on Wednesday 16th and Thursday 17th October at Carden Park in Cheshire. Canmaking News was thrilled to return this year, once again as a media partner. Here’s a recap of the event… On Wednesday, attendees were…
All-inclusive package comprises intralogistics, automated warehouse and canning line
Thatchers owns more than 500 acres of orchards in England’s West Country, more precisely in North Somerset near Bristol. There it grows over 458 different apple varieties, which are then pressed into cider. The fourth-generation family-run company can look back on its 120-year history and how it has grown into the UK’s biggest family-owned cider…
Growth through transformation: An Interview with Clarissa Odewald, CEO of Thyssenkrupp Rasselstein GmbH
Clarissa Odewald has assumed leadership of Thyssenkrupp Rasselstein GmbH at a pivotal time as the company sets a strategic course for the future. Drawing on her extensive experience in international sales and deep understanding of global market demands, she is now steering the focus toward sustainable solutions, efficiency improvements, and digital processes. In this interview,…
Country in Spotlight: The impact of regulation on the German aluminium market
Decline in Delivery Volumes of Aluminum Tubes and Aerosol Cans to Germany In the first half of 2024, members of the Tubes, Cans, and Impact Extruded Parts Association (FV-TDF) of Aluminium Deutschland reported a decline in deliveries of aluminum tubes and aerosol cans to domestic customers. A total of 397 million aluminum tubes were delivered…
Building trust and keeping it in the metal packaging industry
Building trust in a world of disinformation is a tricky business, with brands having to work harder than ever before to achieve this. Building that trust between a brand and its customers can take years and, in a twist of cruel fate, can be eroded in just seconds. In the metal packaging industry, trust is…
Counting down to the IMDPA Annual Conference: What can we expect for 2024?
The 2024 IMDPA Annual Conference, scheduled to take place from 24-26 September in Itasca, Illinois, US, is poised to be as engaging and informative as ever. As a media partner, Canmaking News is eagerly looking forward to it. With just a few weeks to go, let’s see what’s in store… Celebrating 90 years Coordinated by…
Thyssenkrupp Rasselstein: Life Cycle Assessment
In an article for Canmaking News, Thyssenkrupp Rasselstein examines how enhancing transparency when utilising environmental data, supports customers by allowing firms to analyse their production process, identifying areas for efficiency. In today’s business landscape, the collection and analysis of environmental data are gaining ever more importance. Companies are facing demanding sustainability regulations, while consumers are…
A series on audits from Tolag’s Chris McKenzie: Cupper
Following decades of learnings and a wealth of experience, Chris McKenzie and Tolag is continuing to guide us through the audit process, examining the cupper and the cup conveying system. The cupper As we continue the audit we note the path of the coil. The coil is applied with a cupping lube, this cupping lube…
Company Focus: Aetek UV Systems provides pioneering UV solutions
Aetek UV Systems, a division of American Ultraviolet, stands at the forefront of UV technology innovation within the canmaking industry, catering to the evolving needs of manufacturers worldwide. Established in 1960 and part of American Ultraviolet since 2005, Aetek provides custom solutions to successfully cure UV inks, varnishes, laminating adhesives and coatings. Over the years,…
