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packaging arena. the company’s commitment to navi- markets with the December 2023 ac-
gating complex international chal- quisition of Saverglass for A$2.15bn.
Navigating geo-political challenges
lenges.
Against the backdrop of geopolitical Saverglass, a France-based high-qual-
shifts, sustainable paper and packaging Meanwhile, International Paper’s ity glass bottles manufacturer, aligns
company Mondi opted for a strategic exit from Ilim Group in January and with Orora’s growth objectives, en-
divestment. Henkel’s withdrawal from Russia in hancing strategic advantage, scale,
April further underscore the indus- and diversification.
In September, Mondi finalised the try’s response to evolving geopolitical
sale of its remaining Russian facility to scenarios, shaping a recalibration of The acquisition positions Orora as a
Sezar Invest for Rbs80bn ($828.18m). global business strategies. global player, tapping into Saverglass’s
This decision, influenced by the geo- extensive network and expertise in
political landscape post-February Orora’s global expansion the premium and ultra-premium spirit
2022, not only demonstrated corpo- Australian packaging company Orora and wine markets.
rate adaptability but also underscored made a strategic foray into premium

New Plastics Processing Tools for a New Year

alve-gate sequencer brings pre- when you have this level of control,
Vcise control to material flow you can produce better quality parts
and less scrap,” said Jones.
The Polimold Valve Gate Sequencer Melt Temp Measurement Systems
from PCS Co. is designed to provide The modular, compact sequencer can (MTMS) LLC recently acquired the
injection molders with precise control be used with pneumatic or hydraulic patents and all rights from Schmit Pro-
of the mold-filling sequence when us- valve gate systems. Benefits include totypes for a plastic melt temperature
ing valve gate hot-runner systems. the ability to remove or re-position measurement system for injection
weld lines on cosmetic surfaces or molding. The MTMS kit was designed
“Each module of the Polimold Valve
Gate Sequencer controls two zones,” improve part strength; elimination of and originally patented by Rich Bleck,
explained Derrick Jones, VP of sales. flash and short shots thanks to pre- a 50-plus year veteran of the injection
Valve-gate sequencer brings precise cisely controlled material flow; the molding industry, MTMS writes on its
control to material flow “Users have need for less clamping force when the website. He will continue to work and
the option of controlling valve gates are sequentially opened support the MTMS system, the com-
and closed; and fewer flow marks on pany added.
up to 14 zones with this user-friendly the molded part because of faster fill
system. In addition, multiple sequence rate capability at the gate. The measurement kit is the most ac-
injection capabilities [allow] the valve curate and precise plastic melt tem-
gates to be opened and closed simul- Plastic melt temp measurement perature measurement system on the
taneously or individually. Either way, put to the test market, according to MTMS. “The

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