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Henkel completes ATP deal, underscoring pull of specialty tapes
Henkel has completed its acquisition of ATP adhesive systems AG, bringing together two Afera Member Companies and underlining the growing strategic value of high-performance, water-based specialty tapes in the European adhesive tape value chain. Henkel has completed its acquisition of Swiss-based ATP adhesive systems AG. The transaction, announced in January and completed on 1 April […]
Coveris delivers innovative monomaterial sleeve for Dr. Beckmann
Coveris has successfully developed and delivered an innovative monomaterial sleeve solution for Dr. Beckmann’s first liquid fabric softener launch in France, taking the project from concept to market in just six months. Combining sustainability, operational efficiency and strong shelf appeal, the new SleeveFlex Ultra Stretch solution uses around 30% less material than conventional shrink sleeves […]
Vetaphone – Does digital print require special surface treatment?
With the LOUPE Americas expo in Chicago about to showcase the latest in digital print technology, surface treatment pioneer Vetaphone provides this useful Q&A check list for converters using non-absorbent substrates. Q: Does digital printing place different demands on surface treatment? A: With the exception of the inline primers that certain manufacturers recommend, there are […]
AUO showcases Micro LED optical communication
As AI applications continue to proliferate, demand for high-performance computing and high-speed data transmission is accelerating, making AI infrastructure capacity a critical enabler of industry growth. Targeting key technologies at the forefront of AI infrastructure, AUO showcased its latest advancements in optical communications and advanced semiconductor packaging at SEMICON Taiwan 2026, from 2-4 September 2026. […]
Fraunhofer IPMS announces high-tech hub in Cottbus
Lusatia is emerging as one of Germany’s most exciting innovation hubs. Through targeted investments in research and technology transfer, Cottbus is becoming a strong hub for future technologies. The Fraunhofer Institute for Photonic Microsystems (IPMS) is playing a key role in this development, with a focus on microelectronics, smart sensors, and artificial intelligence: The institute […]
1. Connecting Professionals
Networking is our bread and butter. We connect people and companies from all parts of the supply chains of the industries we serve and thus make a significant contribution to their success. We not only know our industries on a technological level, but also know what makes the people behind the machines tick and what really moves them.
2. Multi-channel communication
Print media continues to be highly relevant for our specialist audience. At the same time, more and more digital media formats are being developed, which are being introduced by providers of specialised media with very different levels of success. When it comes to our digital platforms, we always focus on the formats that really suit our target groups! In addition to the “classic” online news, these are primarily podcasts, video reports, webinars and email newsletters. For our social media activities, we rely entirely on LinkedIn, where we can reach the relevant people and target groups for our media brands in a targeted manner.
3. Global presence, special events
By travelling to trade fairs, conferences and industry events around the world, we always have our finger on the pulse of the industries we serve. We believe in the “magic” of personal contacts and cultivate these as often as possible. In addition, we offer our own face-to-face and online events that enable in-depth networking in a more intimate atmosphere. Internal and external experts who speak at our events should always offer real added value, beyond sales presentations and “empty business-speak”!
4. Fundamental Values
As a company, we stand up for democracy, human rights and freedom of the press. We want all people to be treated equally regardless of gender, sexual identity, skin colour, origin, religion and age. We are firmly opposed to racism and anti-Semitism and reject extremism of any kind.
5. Sustainability
We recognise our responsibility to do our part to curb man-made climate change and develop constructive solutions for a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future. On a journalistic level, we accompany “green” innovations in the sectors we serve with a critical distance. We reject “greenwashing”. As a company, we include sustainability aspects in all investment decisions and favour climate-neutral means of transport for business trips whenever possible.