Manufacturing techniques
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Brenntag SA launches Beauty & Care Innovation Centre
Discover how Brenntag’s new Beauty & Care Innovation Centre in Johannesburg brings advanced formulation and testing expertise to South Africa’s cosmetics industry. See how this launch connects global innovation with local market needs—find out why it matters for your business.
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Miele glasswashers: An efficient solution for South African labs
Discover how Miele glasswashers, distributed by Labotec, help South African labs achieve reliable, GMP-compliant results while saving time and resources—making manual cleaning a thing of the past. See why leading pharmaceutical laboratories trust Miele for efficiency and expert local support.
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Hydrolite 5 green production expansion strengthens supply chain
Symrise’s new Hydrolite® 5 green production unit in Spain boosts supply chain efficiency and reduces carbon emissions, meeting the growing need for sustainable beauty ingredients. Discover how this innovative facility supports clean, natural cosmetic solutions with advanced, eco-friendly technology.
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Security, sustainability, innovation: the triple advantage
For over 25 years, KwaZulu-Natal-based VR Print has been transforming the pharmaceutical and cosmetic packaging landscape with its specialised label solutions. What began as a high-performance printing operation has evolved into an industry leading supplier that’s reshaping how brands communicate with consumers.
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Laboratory instruments for cosmetics optimisation
Discover how cutting-edge lab instruments from Anton Paar help cosmetics manufacturers perfect product texture, stability, and performance. See how precise measurements drive innovation and set top brands apart—find out what’s behind consumers’ favourite personal care products.
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Syensqo embraces sustainable innovation with new microbiology lab
Discover how Syensqo’s new, state-of-the-art microbiology lab in Lyon is empowering South African and African manufacturers to develop safer, eco-friendly products that meet strict sustainability standards. See how this innovation supports the future of greener beauty, home care, and agrochemical solutions.
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Strategic investment for PRIME
In a bold move that underscores its market leading position as a TPCM, PRIME has significantly expanded its production capabilities with the acquisition of a state-of-the-art tube filling machine, the NORDEN 602, as showcased at Propak Africa.
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Azelis unveils new Beauty Boost formulations
Discover Azelis’ new Beauty Boost formulations—16 innovative, ready-to-use solutions designed for efficiency, scalability, and sustainability in personal care. Visit in-cosmetics Global to see how Azelis is setting trends with hands-on labs, technical seminars, and the latest in sustainable beauty innovation.
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New coatings platform to shape pharma innovation
Discover Roquette’s new coatings platform—where advanced performance meets sustainability for pharma, nutra, and OTC markets. Experience faster production and eco-friendly innovation with Tabshield® and ReadiLYCOAT® ready-to-use coating systems designed to meet your evolving needs.
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MS inclusion in US Pharmacopeia to boost biologics impurity control
A new US Pharmacopeia chapter will give mass spectrometry a key role in detecting impurities in biologic drugs, promising better control and safer products. This step could reshape how the pharma industry manages risks and develops advanced biotherapeutics—discover what this means for the future of impurity control.
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Mirapol® Hygiene Boost for freshness in fabric care
Discover how Mirapol® Hygiene Boost fights fabric ‘permastink’ and keeps laundry smelling fresher for longer. Syensqo’s breakthrough ingredient helps laundry brands deliver lasting odour control that your customers will love—find out how this innovation could transform your next fabric care launch.
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Evonik invests in spray drying facility for oral excipients
Evonik has launched a state-of-the-art spray drying facility in Darmstadt to boost production of its proven EUDRAGIT® oral excipients. This green-powered expansion secures supply and accelerates delivery for pharma partners—see how it sets new standards in reliability and sustainability.
