Michelman recently announced that two of its Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI)-certified compostable coatings have received international recognition.

In its continuing effort to enable more sustainable packaging solutions for the circular economy, Michelman has expanded its network by joining the International Molded Fiber Association.

Henkel recently announced that it has expanded its RE range, which is “designed for recycling,” to include both hot- and cold-sealable coatings for paper.

Michelman recently announced that several of its products have complied with the specifications established by the American Society for Testing and Materials standards ASTM D6400 and D6868 per the terms and conditions of Biodegradable Products Institute’s (BPI) certification program for compostable products.

At interpack 2020, which will be held in Düsseldorf on May 7-13, personnel from BASF and BTC Europe, BASF’s European distribution organization, will present a range of plastics, dispersions for adhesives, and resins and additives for printing inks and barrier coatings.

Henkel Corp. recently welcomed Governor Phil Murphy to its facility in Bridgewater, N.J., to showcase products and designs for customers to enable more sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions for consumers.

Softak^® is a new water-based coating that can increase the coefficient of friction (COF, or slide angle) of paper, corrugated and linerboard.

This company recently introduced HydraBan^® 430, reportedly a highly water resistant coating for paper and corrugated.

Michelman has hired two representatives to serve customers in the paper and corrugated coatings market in Latin America.