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4 Industry news


13 Pressed into action: thermoforming update Recent thermoforming innovations include a machine to boost mono PET tray recyclability, business changes at two major suppliers and a new way of making a mould in 20 minutes


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23 Breaking through: additives for films Additives are in the spotlight as needs for packaging, agriculture, and other applications evolve. Innovations focus on sustainability and performance, writes Jennifer Markarian


33 AI and digitalisation add control benefits Developments in control include ERP software updates, autono- mous control in cast film, increased incorporation of AI and an IoT system that helped a flexpack producer


37 Protected species: barrier film Recent innovations in barrier film include ways to cut the use of polyamides, details on the rise of metallised film and how appropriate coatings can help to create sustainable products


42 Extruder of the month: Ray Products 44 Dates for your diary


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