Archives for July 22, 2008

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Aluminium recycling rates up amidst pack industry drive

By Neil Merrett

US aluminium recycle rates for beverage cans have continued to increase in 2007, making the product the most recycled beverage container material in the country, according to an industry association.

Flexible packaging suppliers under threat - claim

By Jane Byrne

The flexible packaging sector is under threat from spiralling polymer price hikes with supply chain optimisation required to lessen the impact of future increases, claims Flexible Packaging Europe (FPE).

Resistant starch raises fibre in gluten-free bread: study

By Jess Halliday

A new study has concluded that partially replacing corn starch in gluten free breads with tapioca and corn resistant starch can raise dietary fibre significantly, but without having a great impact on rheological properties.