Ardagh apprentices impress awards judges

APPRENTICES at Irvine-based Ardagh Glass have been earning recognition for their skills. 20-year-old Mark McColl was recently named Irvine Incorporated Trades Apprentice of The Year for 2016. Meanwhile,...

“Striking” citrus jar tipped to shake up sector

ARDAGH has teamed up with a family-owned jam and marmalade company to produce a "striking" new citrus jar. Duerr’s managing director, Mark Duerr, gave Ardagh’s...

Beatson Clark utilises “first of its kind” VR to train up staff

GLASS manufacturer Beatson Clark is using virtual reality technology to train up new recruits on complex production machines. The company has partnered with virtual reality...
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Glass packaging innovation ‘balances sustainability and practicality’

CROXSONS has announced the launch of Rightweight, a glass packaging solution described as balancing both sustainability and practicality in bottle and jar design. Rightweight works...
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Sidel to unveil new innovation in bottle washing tech

SIDEL has launched a new 'breakthrough' bottle washer that combines chemical and ultrasound technology. The Hydra Ultrasonic will be unveiled for the first time this...

‘Subtle changes’ pay off

BEATSON Clark’s first standard embossed beer bottle has been selected for a range of craft beers. Oxfordshire-based Ridgeway Brewery has chosen the new smaller 330ml...

New glass bottle looks to shake up the market

BOL Foods, makers of Power Shakes, have switched to a bespoke glass bottle supplied by Beatson Clark. The business launched its range of Power Shakes...

Selig technology earns technical innovation prize

SELIG has been awarded an Alufoil Trophy in recognition of its GlassFuze technology, which the firm believes is the first induction heat seal to provide a...

Stoelzle Glass Group ‘thrilled’ to win prestigious award

  STOELZLE Glass Group has scooped the Limited Edition of the Year gong at the UK Packaging Awards 2023 for its 'outstanding' work on Highland Park...

Croxsons and Yarty celebrate long-standing partnership

CROXSONS has announced the continued evolution of its long-lasting partnership with Yarty, a specialist in handmade premium cordials and vinegars. Yarty's commitment to craftsmanship is...