Keep detergent capsules away from children
Posted by Charlotte Salter, on September 9, 2014.
Detergent gel capsules are used every week by millions of consumers. They are practical, convenient, sustainable and safe when used as intended. There have been some unexpected household incidents involving gel capsules and small children, and we regret the concerns caused to the children and their families. The safety and the wellbeing of consumers is […]
New guide demystifies chemical stories
Posted by Charlotte Salter, on August 14, 2014.
Leading scientists, toxicologists and dieticians debunk common chemical misconceptions The helpful new guide, called Making Sense of Chemical Stories, has been released by Sense About Science, a charitable trust that equips people to make sense of scientific and medical claims in public discussion. “People are still being misled by chemical myths” say Sense About Science, adding: “This […]
A new identity for chemicals supply chain co-operation
Posted by Charlotte Salter, on July 4, 2014.
To better reflect the nature of its members’ activities, and to strengthen its position in the chemicals supply chain, the Alliance of Industry Associations (AIA) formed in 1991 has decided on a new name and logo. From 1 July 2014 it is re-named the Alliance of Chemical Associations (ACA). The ACA consists of trade associations, […]
UKCPI Spring Regional Meeting
Posted by Charlotte Salter, on April 25, 2014.
The Spring UKCPI regional meeting took place on 9th April at Wychwood Park, Crewe, and was a well-attended event with a full agenda on biocides and CLP. The members’ only event provided advice through four presentations from the Health & Safety Executive (HSE), Reckitt Benckiser, BAMA (British Aerosol Manufacturers Association) and UKCPI. Jon Taylor and Arjun […]
UKCPI to present at Cleaning Products Europe 2014
Posted by Charlotte Salter, on March 17, 2014.
Philip Malpass, Director General, UKCPI, will present next week at Cleaning Products Europe 2014, taking place on 25-27 March at Hilton Deansgate in Manchester. UKCPI will also have a stand at the event and looks forward to meeting members and potential new sign-ups too. The event will feature expert speakers from all levels of the […]
Low temperature laundry campaign to target youth audience
Posted by Charlotte Salter, on March 4, 2014.
The recently launched ‘I Prefer 30’ low temperature wash campaign has just signed up The National Union of Students as one of its partners. The campaign, launched to consumers in 2014, is an initiative of detergent companies and supporters to encourage consumers to do their domestic laundry at lower temperatures. It already has the support […]
I Prefer 30, a small change can make a big difference…
Posted by Charlotte Salter, on February 18, 2014.
Did you know that the average wash temperature in the UK is 39°C? And if everyone reduced their laundry wash temperature by just 3° that would be the equivalent of removing 127,000 UK cars from the road. Washing at lower temperatures is a win/win for everyone and the environment. ‘I Prefer 30’ – the Campaign […]
AISE launches new website
Posted by Charlotte Salter, on February 6, 2014.
AISE, the International Association for Soaps, Detergents and Maintenance Products, has launched a new public website, seen as one of the key elements in communicating the industry’s key priorities transparently. At a stakeholder breakfast meeting held in Brussels on 6th February, AISE President Charles-François Gaudefroy, said: “One of our main objectives with the redesign of www.aise.eu was to […]
Cleaning Products Europe 2014
Posted by Charlotte Salter, on January 9, 2014.
Smithers Apex are pleased to announce the complete agenda for Cleaning Products Europe 2014, taking place on 25-27 March in Manchester, UK, featuring expert speakers from all levels of the supply chain from household and I&I cleaning products manufacturers to chemical suppliers and regulatory bodies to retail representatives. The cleaning products market continues to grow […]
Electrolux/AEG joins “I prefer 30°” campaign as Gold partner
Posted by Charlotte Salter, on December 13, 2013.
AISE (International Association for Soaps, Detergents and Maintenance Products) is delighted to welcome Electrolux/AEG, a major appliance manufacturer, on board as a Gold partner to the “I prefer 30°” low temperature washing campaign. Electrolux/AEG is a Gold Partner alongside Beko in the UK, Belgium, Denmark, France and Italy – the five countries where the European campaign is […]
