Two metallized paper manufacturers acquired by private equity firm
ARMetallazing and Vacumet Paper have been acquired by H.I.G. Europe and ARMetllazing said it is a ‘major step’ to meet their customers’ global needs.
Archives for September 18, 2012
Rice bran shows potential to enhance gluten-free formulations
Adding rice bran to a rice flour-based gluten-free bread recipe could boost fiber content and improve the sensory acceptance and shelf life, according to researchers.
Novus unveils ‘stronger’ packaging design
Novus International is to start manufacturing a new packaging design this month which they claim is stronger and helps reduce product loss.
Taste, local and health hold keys to success for sorghum products
The success of sorghum grain products could be dependent on emphasizing health benefits, local sourcing, and the sensory profiles, suggests new data from Kansas State University.
ASA rejects allegations that Allinson’s bread advertising was misleading
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has rejected a complaint from the Real Bread Campaign about the advertising of ABF Grain Products’ Allinson brand loaves.
Stora Enso enters Pakistan to take advantage of growing packaging demand
Stora Enso has signed a joint venture in Pakistan to produce corrugated and the base materials for consumer board to take advantage of the growing market demand in the country for packaging.
Natural antioxidant offers shelf-life boost for extruded cereals
Rosemary extracts can deliver a significant reduction in the formation of hexanal - a marker for oxidation in foods - without the bitter off-flavors associated with other natural antioxidants, tests by natural extract specialist Kalsec have revealed.
Hostess seeks to impose bankruptcy-exit deal in court after union rejects ‘outrageously unfair’ final offer
Hostess Brands is seeking a legal means to force members of the union representing a big chunk of its staff to accept a deal they have rejected by an overwhelming majority, or says it will have no choice but to liquidate the company.