#Sachet Engineer

[mariacallous]

Imitation caviar invented in the 1930s could provide the solution to plastic pollution, claims Pierre Paslier, CEO of London-based packaging company Notpla. He discovered the cheap food alternative, invented by Unilever and made using seaweed, after quitting his job as a packaging engineer at L’Oréal.

With cofounder and co-CEO Rodrigo García González, Paslier and Notpla have extended the idea, taking a protein made from seaweed and creating packaging for soft drinks, fast food, laundry detergent, and cosmetics, among other things. They’re also branching out into cutlery and paper.

“Seaweed grows quickly and needs no fresh water, land, or fertilizer,” Paslier explains. “It captures carbon and makes the surrounding waters less acidic. Some species of seaweed can grow up to a meter a day.” Best of all, he says, packaging made from seaweed is completely biodegradable because it’s entirely nature-based.

Paslier noted an amazing coincidence—Alexander Parkes invented the first plastic in Hackney Wick, the same part of East London that, 100 years later, Notpla calls home. Since Parkes’ first invention, waste plastic—especially tiny particles known as microplastics, which take hundreds or thousands of years to break down into harmless molecules—has been wreaking havoc in ecosystems across the world.

Plastic pollution is proving especially damaging in the marine environment, where tiny beads of plastic are deadly to the vital microorganisms that make up plankton and which sequester 30 percent of our carbon emissions, “without us having to build any new fancy technologies,” Paslier says.

Notpla’s plans to replace plastic began with a drink container for marathons. This is, in effect, a very large piece of fake caviar—a small pouch that contains juice or water that athletes can pop in their mouths and swallow when they need rehydration. “We wanted to create something that would feel more like fruit; packaging that you could feel comes more from picking something from a tree than off a production line,” he says.

Paslier showed pictures of two postrace streets—one where refueling came in plastic containers and one where it came in edible Notpla. The first was littered with plastic bottles; the second completely waste-free.

The next step was takeout food containers. Even containers we think are cardboard contain plastic, he says, as grease from food would make plain cardboard too soggy. Working with delivery company Just Eat, Notpla has pioneered a replacement for the per- and polyfluorinated substances (PFAS), the so-called “forever chemical” plastics that currently line cardboard takeout containers. It has even found a way to retrofit its solution into the old PFAS plant, so there was no need to build new factories.

The company is developing soluble sachets for detergent pods, ice-cream scoops, and even paper packing for cosmetics. And there’s plenty of seaweed to experiment with, Paslier points out. “You don’t realize it’s already available massively at scale,” he says. “It’s in our toothpaste, it’s in our beer, it’s in our reduced-fat products—so there’s an existing infrastructure that we can work with without having to build any additional processes.”

[wachinyeya]

The student-led startup from Nigeria recycles plastic sachets into paint, and adds an organic insect repellent to fight malaria.

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𝘓𝘖𝘕𝘎 𝘙𝘖𝘈𝘋 𝘏𝘖𝘔𝘌, Din Djarin x reader

Chapter X: Mon by Mon Calamari

Summary: After escaping the grasp of a menacing sex trafficker, Y/N accidentaly finds her way onto the Razor Crest

Masterlist

This series will follow the general storyline of The Mandalorian, starting between chapter 4 and 5. It is going to be a SLOW burn, that I can promise. Hope you enjoy!

Warnings: Descriptions of rape, sexual assault and forced sterilization, sex traficking, kidnapping, canon typical violence, FMC! able bodied! MC, other than that there are no further descriptions of readers apearance other than that she is pretty.

Waynes cheeks take on a glowing beam as he softly snores. You smile down at him, gently rocking him from side to side. You softly hum a tune your mother used to sing to you when you were his age.

A little hand reaches out, rubbing across his face, you try to stil your giggle, reaching out your fingers to stroke his hair. Could there be anything more precious? You feel utterly peaceful as you sway from side to side, closing your eyes and giving in to the gentle hum of life.

Your eyes peel open, a deep sorrow unexpectadly taking over you as you notice the buttons of the Razor Crest cockpit. You rub your eyes roughly, slanking your hands across your face as you let out a deep sigh.

You notice the soft beeping that must have awoken you. Up front, you can see a cloudy blue planet you vaguely recognise.

You hear the child and the lady stirring beside you.

"Looks like we made it." Din says, "Get ready for landing."

The lights go out and Din lets out an irritated grunt,

"Dank farrik! The landing array isn't responding. Without the guidance entry it'll be a manual re-entry."

You blow out an exasperated breath as he continues,

"It might get a little choppy. Once we're through the atmosphere there should be enough fuel to slow us down."

"You don't seem too confident about that," you say,

"Well yeah," Din says, "If we don't burn to a crisp first."

You raise your eyebrows incredulously as the back of the ship dips, nearing the planets atmosphere.

As you fall, a burning starts to build up on the bottom before fully bursting into fire. You're tugging on the sides of your seat in a futile attempt to not fly out of it as Din taps at the controls.

"Come up here. I need your hands!"

You place the kid on the seat as you near the controls.

"This lever needs to stay back,"

You pull on it as Din continues, "Keep it steady. Here we go."

The ship pierces through the clouds, revealing somber docks beneath. You knew it, Mon Calamari.

"Razor Crest, this is Trask flight control." a voice comes in through the intercom. "Please reduce your speed to port protocal."

"I'm trying my best here!" Din grunts out, "Engage reverse thrusters. Brace!"

"Razor Crest, do you copy? You have to reduce speed." the voice comes back in.

The ship continues to shake violently,

"Almost there, almost there," Din says.

"Razor Crest, do you copy?"

You can now see the docks clearly,

"Razor Crest, you're coming in too fast, you have to re-"

Din smashes a fist to the intercom, the voice stops as you rock back and forth, nearing the dock.

"Here we go. Nice and easy-"

An engine bursts, causing the ship to tumble to the left, into the water.

+++++++++

It had taken a while to get the ship out of the water, but it had worked! And as you broke through the surface, you could spy a dissapointed looking dac observing the ship.

The four of you were now wandering up the dock as said dac nears you,

"So, how can I help you?" the dac asks. Din looks back at the now pathetic looking ship,

"Can you fix it?"

The dac looks at the ship incredulously,

"Fix it? Nah. But I can make it fly."

Din hands him a sachet, "Do what you can."

You notice the frog lady looking derelict as she takes in the surroundings,

"Husband?" you ask, she nods in answer, not stripping her searching eyes away.

"Otto!" she croaks out, you assume it's her husbands name.

A call comes from the other side of the dock, you look to see another frog-like creature. The lady smiles broadly and you can't help mirroring her expression as she lets out a squeal, padding to the frog-man.

They embrace one another as you, Din and the kid near them. The lady sets down her offspring, reaching out for her husbands cheek as they gaze at one another tenderly. The two look down at the tadpoles, caressing the tank.

You smile softly, the child looks to you and Din and coos. Your face warms a bit as you imagine the three of you being a parrallel to them.

The gentlemen gets up, taking yours and Dins hands,

"You're welcome."

"I was told you could lead me to others of my kind,"

The man nods pointing towards the inn,

"He says he's seen them frequent the inn," you translate.

You see the small family off and enter the inn. A far more friendly looking dac comes up to you,

"Have a seat, what can I get you?"

"Nothing for me. A bowl of chowder for my friends." Din says,

"These seats are scarce buddy. Everyone seated needs to eat."

"I can buy something else," he slides some gows across the table, "information."

The dac takes the gows, lending a flat ear as Din asks,

"Have you seen others that look like me?"

The dac looks around carefully before pulling down a chowder tube,

"Others with beskar have been through here." he slides one of the bowls to the kid, then pours another bowl,

"Who can take me to them?" Din asks,

"I know someone who might help." he slides the bowl to you before turning around and walking off. You take a spoon, digging into the chowder, which you haven't had in a while. Din is still looking at the server, who is now talking to a quarren.

The kid taps at his chowder curiosly,

"Patu,"

You side eye him as you bite down on some squid. As you roughly chew at it, the kid get face palmed by his, squealing out as it sucks at his face. You set down your spoon. Tugging at the squid, you manage to suckle it off.

"Don't play with your food."

The kid gazes into his bowl and then back to you in amazement.

A quarren comes to sit by your table, "You seek others of your kind?" it asks.

"Have you seen them?" Din asks,

"Aye, I can bring you to them."

"Where?"

"Only a few hours sail. It'll cost you, though."

++++++++

Salty water sprays your face as you look out into the gloomy ocean. The kid sits next to you in his crib, looking stoic as ever.

"You ever see a mamacore eat?" the quarren asks,

You grimace a bit, you didn't particularly like seeing how creatures ate, especially after the spider bonanza.

The quarren nods to himself, "Quite a sight."

Dins helmet gazes at the quarren from where he stands behind you, not answering.

"Child might take an interest," the quarren continues.

The kid coos at you and you're honestly shocked at how much he seems to be capable of taking.

"You should take a look, come on over here,"

You begrudgingly follow him to the square opening in the middle of the ship.

"Get a good view, let the kid see."

You peer near the opening as a net of fish is lowered,

"Alright, close enough." Din says.

The fish are dropped into the hole and you look on in vague disgust as bubbles start to form in the water.

"She must be hungry." the quarren laughs, "Oftentimes we'll feed her in the early morning. But we missed that 'cause we were going out of port!"

You don't even have a moment to calibrate as the quarren slams the childs pram into the water before you feel a hard metal crack against your back.

"No!"

Dins cry is the last thing you hear before water encases you.

Liquid rushes into your throat, your ears pound as you throw your arms in a futile attempt at salvaging the situation.

You feel something sharp tugging at your leg and a force pulls you down. You try to scream which only causes more water to rush in. You shake around in the waves but only get tugged further in.

You crouch in an attempt to get the child to safety but all you feel is sticky, wet, lizard-like skin. Your lungs burn at the lack of air and you splay out again.

As you throw out a hand you feel another brush yours, you don't know whos and you don't really care. You grab onto it but it cruelly slips out of your grasp. You try to hold on to strength, but it's quickly fraying. You feel yourself weaken, your thoughts weaken.

Air, you need ai-air, need air...

++++++++

The warmth of a glow is the first thing you notice. Your eyes are closed, but you can see it through your eyelids, can feel it gently nipping your skin.

You try to open your eyes, but they feel heavy. A hand strokes your cheek gently. You stir a bit, pulling up one lid slightly. Your sight is a washy but you can just make out the sliver beskar of Dins helmet.

"Din?" you weaze out,

"Burc'ya," he answers.

You roll your head to the side, you close your eyes before looking up. The warm glow hits the ceiling in an amber hue.

"Din, I just had the weirdest dream, we were being attacked by these giant spider monsters and there was this frog lady and then we crashed- twice."

"That all happened."

You groan as you raise a heavy arm to your face, splaying it out over you.

"You get me into the weirdest situations."

"You nearly drowned-"

"And I nearly drowned?"

Dins hand comes to your face again, stroking the side of it as you breath out "Damn,"

You look at his T visor for a moment, feeling his hand touch your-

His hand, his bare hand, gloveless hand. You notice this and go tense, not taking your eyes off him, though. Neither does he.

"I found other Mandalorians, they need me for a mission, I have to help them, but you're safe here."

"Wait where am I?"

You hear a croak from somewhere in the room and moments later a frog head pops into your side vision.

"Oh,"

"They'll take care of you while I'm gone. But I won't go for too long, okay?"

You look back at him, he seems just a bit nearer now.

"Okay," you nod, but he doesn't make a move to go.

"A-are you alright, do you feel okay?" your eyes search the visor and just like in that small shelter in Nevarro, you swear you can see his eyes.

"I'm fine," you breath.

He nods, suddenly seeming to come to, his hand leaves your face as if it was a hot stove, his helmet nods a couple of times before he stands up. You look up at him -you can almost make out some hesitation- and he turns around, thanking the frogs again before leaving. He doesn't turn around.

You let out another breath, your eyes slide to the couple who sit by a table with the kid. From here, you can see one of the eggs sway before breaking apart as a little tadpole swims out.

You look at it as the couple make a happy sound. The tadpole swims around a bit. The woman looks behind at you and gets up,

"All good?" she asks as she waddles towards you. You nod as you try to get up, aided by her.

"I not actually know name?" you try to get out, you see her smile as she points to herself,

"Tsuma," then to her husband, "Otto,"

She beckons you to move to the table, where Otto and the child are still gazing at the tadpole. She sets you down on one of the seats, then goes to get a bowl which she fills with water.

She sets it down on the table as her husband screws open the tank. You see the tadpole excitedly swim up to the top. Tsuma reaches for it, Otto closing the tank behind her as she sets the tadpole into the bowl.

The child reaches for it and you're quick to lower his hand.

The five of you look on in wonder as the little baby swims around, Otto drops some food into the bowl, which it quickly chomps down on.

"She grow fast," Otto tells you. You smile as you look down at it,

"We try to build family, like yours," Tsuma says, gesturing to you and the kid, "You very close,"

You look at her as you consider her words. Rather selfishly, you decide not to correct her. In a way, you sort were a family, weren't you?

"How long you and your husband?" she asks and you go along with it.

"Couple of cycles," you both cringe and warm at the words that pass your lips. Tsuma smiles,

"I can tell he have very much love for you," she nods at this, as if further confirming it. You open your mouth a bit, perhaps in shock. Your cheeks warm and you feel guilt -and something else- pooling through you.

"And you and your husband?" you try to shift the subject, suddenly uncomfotable.

"Since childhood," she smiles at him, Otto mirrors her soft expression.

You then hear a little splash, looking down you see the tadpole has suddenly grown a lot more, almost twice the size, you let out a shocked noise.

"She actually grow fast," you laugh.

++++++++

And she just kept on growing. While Tsuma gave back your previously drying clothes, she had grown almost too big for the bowl.

A knock sounded and the front door opened revealing Din.

"Thank you," he tells the couple as he nears the table where the five of you were still sitting in wonder. He goes up to you, kneeling down and asking,

"Are you feeling better? Can you walk?"

Your face burns at the softness in his voice, "Oh no, I'm a feeble little lady, these legs won't work. You'll have to carry me." you grin as he shakes his head.

"I've done enough carrying of you today. Okay kid, come on," he reaches for the child, who whines in protest,

"Let's go, come on. Congratulations." he tells the couple as you move towards him. Tsuma takes your hand one last time,

"Good luck," she croaks out.

"You too," you answer with a smile.

You hear the child squirm in Dins arms as you move to the exit,

"No," Din says, "I have enough pets."

++++++++

"I don't want to sound pessimistic or anything," you start, looking to the Crest, "but maybe it's time to let her go."

Din sighs, looking to the dac who was supposed to tweak the ship, "I gave you a thousand credits. This is the best you could do?"

The dac doesn't answer, instead soundlessly pulling out a credit transmitter. Din taps at it before trudging towards the Crest.

The inside did not look much better. Ropes and nets haphazardly thrown around like wonder tape.

Din sits down in the squeeky pilots chair,

"Din," you say, "I think you might have an unhealthy attachement to this thing."

Din shakes his head as he taps a button through some damp net, "Mon Calamari. Unbelievable."

The engines breath, but it's not the same as the ship jerks from side to side, bumping up and down.

You hear a slimy noise at your side and turning around, you instinctively grab at the baby squid that was about to drop onto the child.

The kid giggles as you grimace down at it,

"I finally know where to take the kid," Din says.

Your eyebrows pull up in shock, "Really?"

"Long story, but I finally found other Mandalorians, they told me about a forest planet, a lady jedi lives there and she might know what to do with the kid."

You look at the child somberly, forgetting the slimy squid now in your hand. You hadn't fully accepted that there might come a day where you would have to say goodbye.

"Wait," you pause, "We finally get some action and I was knocked out the whole time?"

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[folkloresthings]

PRIDE AND PREJUDICE — send a muse + a song and i’ll write a little drabble for it.

hey love, daniel ricciardo x older isabel larosa? thank you <3

SOMEONE OLDER. ❨ daniel ricciardo x reader ❩

✩⡱ warnings: age gap!

the sun that rose over miami was heavenly, bathing the entire paddock in a warm hue. there was barely a soul about, giving you the opportunity to soak up the florida heat and let your thoughts give way to the morning. working for mclaren meant constantly being on the go, especially as the youngster, meaning any moment to just stop was taken gladly.

“morning,” comes from the bottom of the ramp, the australian twang pulling you from your thoughts and right into the pounding of your chest.

“you’re early,” you note, opening the door to the mclaren motorhome for both you and daniel. his cologne hits you hard as he passes, the scent dizzying, and you’re glad for one last breath of fresh air. “the other drivers aren’t due until ten.”

daniel shrugs, shrugging off his orange jacket. the motorhome is empty, bar one or two technicians drifting past, and it allows a quiet to settle between you that you hate. since joining mclaren, there wasn’t a weekend that daniel ricciardo didn’t make your heart seize up. you never knew what to say to him, letting his jokes and sarcastic quips fill the conversations.

but now he doesn’t jest at the sleep in your eyes or how you’ve obviously scraped your hair back in the car ride here. he just smiles and looks at you.

“could say the same for you. what’re you doing here this early?”

you busy yourself at the self—serve coffee machine, giving you a reason not to stare at him, fidgeting with buttons you’d pressed a hundred times before. “there’s paperwork and stuff. zak’s made a whole list of things to do before the race starts later on.”

you hear daniel huff out a laugh behind you, and he’s closer now than before. when you look to the side, he’s near enough for you to pass him a cup of coffee, offering a small smile. he mumbles out a thanks, reaching past you to grab a sachet of sugar, the muscles in his arm rippling so close to your face.

“he works you too hard,” daniel points out and you resist the urge to agree. you were, for want of a better word, the rookie in the garage. an easy target for the experienced employees, dumping any extra work on the young and eager new assistant.

“yeah, but he pays well.” you take a sip of your coffee, lashes fluttering past the rim of the cup to take a glance at daniel. “you did good in free practice yesterday.”

“you saw?” daniel lights up, so much that it winds any breath from you. he always looked happy, it was his thing, but it was much more enticing when you were the one making him smile.

“just about,” you chuckles, head turning to see another engineer arrive for the morning. you smile and wave, polite, but keep your attention on danny. “managed to catch a glimpse between meetings. does miami always suit you so well?”

daniel smirks, dragging his eyes over your face. “it’s my favourite place to race. the atmosphere always excels, and the parties are wild.”

“ah, right. the infamous miami after—party,” your eyes widen, his sarcastic streak rubbing off on you. somehow, flirting with daniel always came easy to you; much easier than with any other boy.

“this your first one?” he asks, you nod. “you’ll love it. if you… can you even drink here?”

you fake a glare, lightly shoving his arm. the shit—eating grin that pulls onto his lips knocks through the annoyance you feigned, a laugh escaping your tongue. “i’m twenty—two, dickhead.”

daniel laughs, ruffling your hair teasingly. you try to duck away, but the pull in your chest doesn’t ever let you stray too far from the man.

“alright, kid. make sure lando buys you a drink or two, yeah?”

you watch as he brushes past you, headed for his drivers room to prep for the race, brows furrowing. his smirk still lingers on his face as he crosses the empty motorhome, only glancing back once more before he disappears around the corner.

his hand, the one holding your heart so delicately, squeezes until the organ almost bursts in your chest. lando, lando, lando. the other mclaren driver was only a few months older than you, the appropriate choice for your affections, but no one could control the way that their heart swayed.

hours later, the race over and trophies given out, night had fallen on miami but was only just coming alive. despite mclaren not doing quite so well in the race, it didn’t stop the celebrations. almost all of the team were headed for the club that was reserved, practically shaking with the heavy bass that played inside. you had been hovering by the door for ten minutes now, glad for the florida humidity in your much—too—short dress.

the twisting in your stomach screamed out at you for not having some alcohol before getting here, something to ease the nerves of bumping into a certain brunette australian again. hence, once the courage had built up, you made a beeline for the bar. the club was busy, but not suffocating, since the place had been rented out for the teams and their friends.

a few familiar faces passed by but you were set on finishing your cocktail in only a few mouthfuls, quickly ordering the next before you could even face the tables full of drivers and engineers. most of mclaren’s guests were in the corner, lando and daniel at the centre of it all.

“y/n, hey!” lando greeted brightly, wrapping one arm around your shoulder and squeezing you into a hug. you hug him back gladly, meeting daniel’s eyes over his shoulder. he’s staring at you both, mainly at you, unreadable in every way. you shoot him a small smile when you pull away from lando’s chest, not daring to breach the space between you both.

lando leans into your ear. “can i get you a drink?”

you see daniel’s smile grow in the corner of your eye, memory of you earlier conversation flashing in both of your minds at the same time. “too late,” you quip, lifting your glass to lando’s eyeline.

“the next one, then,” lando tuts, sending you a wink. you feel your heart flutter a little. he was cute, and charming, but the feeling in your chest was nothing near the explosion that occurred when daniel was around. you nod, pulling on another smile, and let him be pulled away by carlos.

“you look good,” daniel sneaks up behind you, hot breath fanning across your neck. you turn on your heel (high heels that were making your ankles ache), stepping back as you do so. if not, you’d have been chest—to—chest, and you couldn’t have trusted yourself in such a capacity. “really good.”

“thank you,” you murmur, but you’re sure he can’t hear you over the loud music. he smiles anyway, sweet and heart melting, lifting his beer to his lips. his lips glisten with the liquid, tongue darting out to clean it off. you blame the strawberry mojitos on the sudden dizzy feeling that drowns you, heat rising to your cheeks, but you know it’s all him. daniel, your constant ailment.

“team picture!” someone shouts, and everyone suddenly crowds around the small table, mclaren’s entire payroll squished together. you feel a hand slide easily around your waist, pulling you flush into his side, and when you look up at daniel he’s just smiling at the camera, as though this was perfectly normal. someone counts down from three and you force yourself to look away from the man, towards the lens.

his hand lingers there even when the photo is taken, a searing hot touch that burns through the thin material of your dress. he laughs at something another engineer says, and you can’t move, forced to stand there like a couple who do this on the regular. but your heart is in your throat and your knees are wobbling underneath you.

“you okay?” daniel eventually asks, looking down at you. you’re convinced he’s having some kind of stroke and has no feeling from the neck down, forgetting all about the way his hand is resting mere inches away from your ass.

“yeah, i’m fine,” you choke out, nodding forcefully. his brows furrow for a moment, but he soon turns at the sound of his name being called. you take the opportunity of distraction to slip out of his arm, hurrying quickly through the crowd to anywhere but there. when you find the small smoking garden, you inhale heavily, forcing air back into your lungs as best you can.

there’s no one else out there, no one else stupid enough to leave such a great party, but you’re grateful. leaning against the cold brick wall, the heels of your hands rub desperately at your brows, careful not to mess up your makeup. you willed and willed yourself to pull together, to forget this stupid little crush you had on daniel and move on with your life. but you heart never did listen to your head, and you were left a little tipsy and cold in the miami night air.

“what’re you doing out here?” daniel sticks his head around the door, flashing his teeth in a smile. you sigh, shrugging, and he steps closer. “i thought you’d ran off to dance with lando.”

“he’s not really my type,” you tell him, determined to get this notion out of his head. you wished you could like lando, so badly, and not have to deal with the fact that he was eleven years older than you. but here you were, in just that pickle.

“no?” danny queries, standing right in front of you now. you try to ignore how you can smell his cologne again, the heat radiating off of him, the sweet undertone of his beer lingering. “he’s a good kid. so are you.”

“stop that,” you whisper, shaking your head. “i’m not a kid.”

daniel swallows, a thick silence falling between you. his hand slips from his pocket, tucking a stray strand of hair behind your ear, fingers brushing your cheek in the process. it’s complicated, all too tangled up: you being over ten years his younger, and his colleague. the star driver and the impressionable assistant. you could already see the headlines.

but, somehow, when he grazed the warm flush of your cheeks bone, it all became terribly simple.

“daniel…” you mumble, warning in your tone. he keeps moving closer, big brown eyes flickering to your lips at every chance he gets. one hand on your cheek, the other finding it’s old place on your waist. “we shouldn’t.”

“i know,” he breathes out, breath grazing your lips as they hover over your own. he looks at you, you look at him, and there’s nothing either of you can do to stop it now. daniel’s neck cranes to capture your lips in one swift move, pulling you onto your tiptoes, pressing his body heavy against yours.

you moan softly against his lips, his tongue licking into your mouth at the opening. as much as he wants to be soft with you, hold you in hands like porcelain, but there’s a need inside of him that’s been building for months suddenly getting just what it needs. he’d been hung up on you since your first day in the paddock, all wide eyed and people pleasing, and now he had you in his arms.

he kissed you and kissed you until you were panting against him, his forehead falling to rest on yours, catching your breath. you glance up, waiting for the ball to drop and the dream to end. but it doesn’t, daniel just opens his eyes and smiles down at you. his lips are swollen and pupils blown wide, hands still gripping at your waist.

“lando doesn’t know what he’s missing,” he chuckles, falling into the urge to press another soft kiss to your lips. another, another, another. it only takes a taste, and he’s desperate for more.

“what can i say? i need someone older,” you quip back, nose nudging against his. he grins, catching your bottom lip between his teeth.

“as much as i’d love to be a gentleman right now,” daniel inhales sharply, squeezing the flesh of your hips. “i really want to take you back to the hotel.”

[switchscene]

Thoughts on Train Tracks and their Magickal Significance

As someone who's done a nonzero amount of train hopping and a lot of travelling, I have the belief that the rails are conduits for a lot of power. Lots of blood and suffering was poured onto them (mostly by slave labor, and further mostly people of color) in the quest for the intercontinental railroad. Millions were displaced for it to be laid. That suffering has soaked into the hot iron, and as it traces its way across the country it carries that power with it.

It's not all suffering, of course. In the time since, the rails have been a way to connect people, whether it's commuters using local light rail or oogles stowing away on a grainer porch, it also bears the energy of travel, of meetings and departings, and of new beginnings. Countless songs and poems have been written about the rails, of their sordid and brutal history and their hopeful and trailblazing futures, and even of their incredibly monumental existence as it currently is.

Before a trip, one of my favorite rituals is to bury a jar or sachet of offerings to Hermes near the local hop-out, and if I'm actually hopping, I'll pour out a little wine bottle from the local convenience store onto the rails I rode in on, as thanks for getting me there.

Next time you find yourself near some railroad tracks, take some time to sit and appreciate the hot iron, listen to a train go by if you can (safely of course). Read the tags and monikers that oogles and riders have left on the boxcars, carrying a bit of their essence on to the next destination. Appreciate the art of taggers and the love and care they put into it. Wave at an engineer, it'll make their day I promise.

[jaxteller87]

my little empath 6

The smell of engine oil and leather filled the air as I tucked the last herb into the small pouch, whispering a prayer under my breath. Over the past few weeks, I’d given Jax more crystals than I could count. They always came back either broken or lost, but I didn’t mind. He felt bad, but I knew better— those crystals were just doing their job. They weren’t meant to stay with him forever, just long enough to serve their purpose. This time, though, I wanted something different. I carefully tied the pouch, filled with herbs I knew by heart, and pressed it into his hand when he walked through the door.

“Babe…” he started, eyes flicking down to the little pouch, already shaking his head.

“Humor me,” I said with a laugh, nudging him gently. He sighed, tucking it into his pocket, but not without a little more protest first.

“What if this one gets lost like the others?” He gave me that look— the one that said he didn’t believe in all this, but he couldn’t stand disappointing me either. “I don’t know if you’re buying these nifty little pouches or if you’re making’em, but I really feel shitty when they get lost cuz of me.”

“It’s doing what it’s supposed to,” I whispered under my breath, more to myself than to him.

Jax raised an eyebrow. “Okay, but if this one gets lost again, I’m taking a break. I feel bad, you know? You put all this effort in, and they just end up gone or busted.”

He didn’t know about the crystal I’d hidden in the sachet on his bike. That one? It wasn’t going anywhere. I smiled to myself, letting the moment pass with him thinking he earned a minor victory over the situation.

The next day, I met with my mentor, Carol— a woman with a soul as old as time. She welcomed me with her usual calm smile like she knew something I didn’t, as always.

“So, today, if you feel comfortable, I’d like you to give me a reading,” she said, her voice soft but steady.

A nervous laugh escaped me. “Are you sure? What if I freeze up and forget everything you’ve taught me?”

“You won’t,” she assured me, her eyes gleaming with quiet confidence. “And if whatever reason you feel like you’re going to— or if it happens, it’s just me— no worries, my dear.”

I was hesitant but also more intrigued and excited at the idea. “Well, alright then.”

I shuffled the cards at the table, my heart beating a little too fast. She asked for a general reading, knowing I wasn’t quite ready for something specific yet. Love, career, all that... I needed more practice before diving into that. The smell of burning sage drifted through the air as I sat across from Carol, my hands fidgeting nervously in my lap. Her little shop, tucked away in the back of town, was always a sanctuary for me—dim lighting, shelves filled with candles and crystals, and an energy that made you feel like time slowed down the moment you stepped inside. But today, the calmness wasn’t enough to keep the nervous flutter in my chest from taking over.

As I laid the cards down, something clicked. The stories they told came easier than I thought they would, like I was finally starting to understand this language of symbols and intuition. I took a deep breath, looking down at the deck in front of me. The worn edges of the cards were familiar, but suddenly, they felt heavy in my hands. “Alright,” I whispered. “Here goes nothing.”

“Just a general reading, okay? Nothing too specific,” she said, leaning back slightly in her chair. “We’ll leave love and career for another time.”

I let out a breath I didn’t realize I was holding. A general reading was something I could handle. I spread the cards out in a fan, letting my fingers hover over them before pulling three. I laid them down in front of us, face down. The flicker of candlelight danced across the surface of the cards, as if urging me on.

“Okay,” I said, turning the first card over. “The Tower.”

Carol’s eyebrows raised slightly, but she said nothing. I swallowed hard. The Tower: Sudden change. Upheaval. Destruction that leads to transformation.

I cleared my throat. “So... the Tower. It’s... well, it represents change. Like, big change. Something unexpected, but not always bad. Sometimes things have to break down to rebuild, you know?”

Carol smiled, her eyes never leaving mine. “Go on.”

I flipped the second card. The Lovers.

I blinked, glancing at Carol for a hint of what she was thinking, but her expression was unreadable. I shifted in my seat, trying to find my voice. “The Lovers... it’s about choices, right? It’s not always about love, but about making decisions that go along with what your heart is telling you.”

I felt Carol’s gaze sharpen. “Yes. It’s often about aligning with your true self; very good. Keep going.”

I reached for the last card, my fingers trembling a little. I flipped it over and stared at it— The Moon.

“The Moon...” I trailed off, searching for the right words. “It’s about intuition, I think? About facing the unknown and trusting that even in the dark, there’s a path.”

I looked up at Carol, waiting for her reaction. She studied the spread for a moment, her fingers lightly tracing the edge of The Moon card. “You know,” she began, her voice soft but firm, “this spread speaks more to you than it does to me.”

“Me?” I asked, feeling a jolt of surprise.

She nodded. “The Tower. You’ve been through some upheaval recently, haven’t you?”

I thought about Jax, the club, the constant danger that seemed to follow us wherever we went. “Yeah... you could say that.”

“And The Lovers. You’re standing at a crossroads, Amber. There’s a choice you’re being asked to make, one that will test your heart.”

Her words hit harder than I expected. She wasn’t wrong. With Jax, everything always felt like a choice between the life we wanted and the life we had to live.

“And The Moon,” Carol continued, her eyes locking with mine. “You’re stepping into the unknown. But your intuition is your guide. The cards don’t lie, my dear. Trust them— trust yourself.”

I sat back, feeling like the air had been knocked out of me. The cards had spoken louder than I anticipated. Carol saw it in my face and reached across the table, placing her hand over mine. I felt like she had tricked me (in a good way) into reading my own future. “You’re ready, Amber. You just need to believe that.”

I let out a shaky breath. “Do you really think I’ll get the hang of all this? Reading for other people, I mean.”

Carol chuckled. “Of course! You already have the gift. It’s just a matter of honing it. You picked up on things in this reading that weren’t even about me—they were about you. That’s intuition. That’s the craft.”

I smiled, a little uncertain but grateful for her confidence in me. “Maybe one day I’ll be as good as you.”

Carol squeezed my hand. “You’ll be better. You just have to trust yourself. Stick with it, Amber. You’ve got something special.”

I nodded, taking it all in. She stood up, gathered the cards with a careful, practiced motion, and handed them back to me. “Now, go home and let this reading sit with you. Reflect on it.”

I took the deck, feeling a little lighter, like maybe— just maybe— I was starting to understand this world. The herbs, the crystals, the cards... they weren’t just things I did to feel better. They were part of something deeper, something that connected me to Jax, to Carol, to myself.

“You really think I did good, though?” I asked again, unsure if she was just hyping me up or if she wholeheartedly thought I did well.

“Yes. Please, stop doubting yourself— you’ve been on this path long enough to know how damaging self-doubt can be when balancing the energies of the universe. You did wonderful, Amber. You should be proud.”

“Really? Did I actually pick up on things?” I asked, feeling a little lightheaded from the adrenaline.

“You sure did. You’re going to make a great reader one day if you stick with it,” she smiled, the kind that made you believe it, too.

As I left Carol’s shop, the weight on my chest eased, the candles flickering behind me like a silent farewell. The Tower, The Lovers, and The Moon— three cards that held more truth than I realized. I wasn’t just protecting Jax with my little pouches and crystals; I was learning to defend myself, too.

A couple of days later, Jax showed up at my parents’ place. He looked worn out, more so than usual, like the world was sitting heavy on his shoulders again. He dropped onto the patio chair beside me, pulling out the pouch. It was empty.

“Babe, I lost everything but the bag itself. Which is... odd.” He chuckled, a little embarrassed.

“That is…odd.”

“I’m sorry—”

I couldn’t help but grin. I knew the herbs had done their job. “It’s okay, babe. Don’t feel bad,” I said, leaning over to kiss his cheek.

He paused for a moment, then looked at me with a smirk. “Show me. I know, for some reason, you don’t want to tell me what you put in these, but I won’t make fun of you. I promise. Humor me, please.”

I laughed, shaking my head as I rolled into the house. “Alright, wait here.”

I came back with a tray full of my supplies, laying them out on the table like a magician about to perform. “This is everything I use.”

Jax looked down at the assortment— herbs, crystals, little vials of oils—and raised an eyebrow. “All of this is supposed to protect me?”

“Yup,” I said proudly. “Well, it’s not supposed to— it will.”

He picked up a tiny jar of cayenne pepper, eyeing it suspiciously. “And what’s this for?”

I chuckled. “That’s for when I know there’s a chance of bloodshed or bullets. Adds a bit of ‘bite,’ they say.”

He leaned back, shaking his head with a smile. “So this is the armor you were talking about a while back?”

“Exactly,” I grinned, leaning in to steal a kiss. “Donna started making these for Opie, too. We do it together sometimes, usually outside. It just feels... better that way.”

Jax nodded, still looking at the herbs and crystals like he didn’t fully understand but respected the effort all the same. He carefully put the new pouch into his back pocket, like it meant something more to him than just superstition.

“Well, thank you. Again.” His voice softened, and I knew he meant it.

I smiled, watching him as he stood, knowing that no matter how tough he was, no matter how many times he pushed back, he carried a little piece of me with him wherever he went, even if it was just in a small, worn-out pouch.

[usgsbiml]

TONGUE. This is Euglossa imperialis it, like the rest of its clade of shiny orchid bees, has a long tongue, actually … this species has a particularly long tongue even compared to other orchid bees. Pretty simple. It sucks nectar with that long tongue from deep throated flowers that other bees often can't reach (because they usually have dinky lapping tongues). As a male it does not gather pollen, but it does have a trick that other bees don't have in that tucked into its expanded hind tibia is a little sachet (note: this is not a technical term) that it stashes various smelly oils and other chemicals to woo orchid bee women. In the American humid tropics they are big time common (as a group). Tim McMahon (whose gets his bank as a government engineer, but in his heart is a complete bee head) collected this in Costa Rica on his annual pilgrimage. Photo by Jade Louis. ~~{{{{{{0}}}}}}~~

All photographs are public domain, feel free to download and use as you wish.

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You Brought Your Worst and I’m Right Here - Epilogue

Pairing: Gale of Waterdeep x female Tav

Work Summary:

After an explosive falling out between Gale and his academic adviser, Mystra, Tav is left to pick up the pieces.

Modern/College AU.

Chapters: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Epilogue

Rating: Explicit

Word Count: 1039

Read on AO3.

Masterlists.

Taglist: @mrs-kai-anderson @ang3l1te @missryerye

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Previous Chapter

One Year Later

When Gale awoke, he was sandwiched between his two favourite girls. Tav’s face was pressed into his chest, and she was snoring softly. If he mentioned that to her, he knew that she’d blush and deny that she snored, but he had the evidence of his own eyes and ears.

Personally, he didn’t see why it bothered her. She was still beautiful even when her lips were chapped, her mouth hanging open, drooling slightly into his pyjama shirt. He hoped that he never had to wake up without her again.

On his other side, Tara was snuggled into the crook of his arm, a gentle purring rumbling in her chest. He was loath to disrupt this blissful little moment, but he needed to pee. He knew as soon as he got up, Tara would start begging for her breakfast, and that, in turn, would wake Tav.

Tav deserved a lie-in. She’d had a busy week. As carefully as he could, he detangled himself from his girlfriend, planting a kiss on her forehead, and then scooped Tara up into his arms and got out of bed.

Tara trilled sleepily, looking around in confusion, but Gale had carried her out of the bedroom and shut the door before she had the chance to start causing a ruckus.

“Sorry, Tara,” he murmured, setting her down on the kitchen floor, scritching her under the chin for good measure. “I’ll make it up to you.”

She meowed at him, so he got to work pouring the little meat sachet into her bowl. She wove between his legs, purring loudly the entire time he did so. He was practised at the art of not tripping over her while she did so. Tara had managed to trip Tav up a few times, though thankfully without injury for either of them.

Tav had adored Tara immediately, but Tara had been a little slow to warm up to an unfamiliar human. Tav would bribe the cat with fishy treats, which had certainly helped.

The flat they lived in now was nowhere near as big as the house they’d shared with Wyll, Astarion and Shadowheart. It had an open-plan kitchen/living room, a tiny patch of grass out the back that could generously be called a garden, and one bedroom. It was small but it was theirs.

They could’ve afforded a bigger place, but they were saving up for Gale’s PhD. For now, they were both working, but Tav had agreed to contribute more to rent and bills if his PhD application got accepted, so that he could focus on his studies. He had tried to protest, but Tav had remained firm.

“You can pay me back when you’re Dr Dekarios,” she had cooed into his ear, and it had been hard to say no to that. Dating a reasonably well-paid chemical engineer had its perks.

His mother had been dubious about how quickly Tav had become entwined with every part of Gale’s life. He knew that it wasn’t necessarily sensible, since they’d only been dating a year, but it came so naturally to him. Tav was his future.

Luckily, Morena liked Tav well enough. He was sure she never would’ve approved of Mystra, had she met her. In fact, Tav was the first girlfriend Gale had had that Morena actually liked, which was a testament to Tav’s character. It felt like every weekend his mother would call him and ask him when he and Tav were next going to visit her.

Once he’d gone to the bathroom and brushed his teeth, he opened up his laptop to check his emails, and was stopped short by a notification from his university application portal.

He stared at it, heart thrumming in his chest. It was a response to his PhD application. He was one click away from finding out the trajectory of his future. He moused over the link, and then away from it again, gripped by anxiety.

“Good morning,” said Tav sleepily.

Gale hadn’t heard her come in, and was so high-strung that he almost knocked his laptop off the table. She filled the kettle, oblivious to way his life hung in the balance. She was dressed in a dressing gown, her feet bare on the tiles.

His eyes homed in on her feet. They must’ve been cold. He should get her some slippers.

“Gale?”

He looked up to see her looking at him expectantly, as if waiting for him to answer a question. “Er, pardon?”

“I asked if you wanted tea?”

“Oh. Yes please.”

“Are you alright? You look like you’re about to vibrate out of your seat.”

“I got an email about my PhD application.”

Tav set the kettle down and crossed the room to him. “What did it say?”

“I don’t know. I haven’t opened it.”

“Oh…” Her hands came up to cup his face. His eyes fell closed as she stroked his cheek. “Do you want me to open it for you?”

“Please?”

“Okay.”

He turned back to his laptop and she leaned over him, resting her chin on his shoulder. Her hand covered his on the mouse.

“Ready?” she asked.

“No.”

“I’m going to do it anyway.”

“Okay.”

He closed his eyes, feeling her moving both his hand and mouse. She clicked once, and then again, and then moved the mouse a little more before clicking for a final time. A warm, bubbly laugh fell from her lips.

“Gale, open your eyes,” she said, gently headbutting the side of his head.

He opened his eyes. For a moment, the words on the screen were fuzzy, but they came into focus. His jaw dropped.

“You’ve been accepted,” she said, kissing her cheek. “Didn’t I tell you that you would be?”

“You did,” he admitted.

“And I am always right.”

“You are,” he agreed, feeling slightly shell-shocked.

“This calls for a celebration. I could make pancakes? Or a full English? Or we could order burritos from- Oof.”

He had shut his laptop, pushed it away from him and pulled her into his lap. “I love you,” he said, tugging at the cords of her dressing gown.

She cupped his face in her hands, a fond expression on her face. “I love you too, Gale.”

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Notes:

Hope you enjoyed <3

[nainad123]

Checkweigher Machine Market Size, Demand, Share, Trends and Forecast -2034

The size of the checkweigher machine market is expected to grow to US$ 629.2 million by 2024. The market is slated to grow with a consistent compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.6% until 2034. This growth is expected to see the market growing to a size of US$ 813.3 million by 2034.

What are the Key Drivers Driving the Growth of the Checkweigher Machine Market?

"Checkweigher Machines Get Popular in Pharmaceuticals and Food & Beverage Sectors"

The explosive growth in demand for automatic checkweigher machines is due to their extensive usage across various sectors like chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and food & beverage. End-use industries such as chemicals, pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and others are driving demand for automatic checkweigher machines. To measure bottles, cans, sachets, sticks, capsules, standing pouches, and more, the fast-growing international pharmaceutical industry requires the use of checkweigher machines. In the food and beverage sector, checkweigher machines are increasingly becoming popular.

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Country-wise Insights

The East Asia checkweigher machine market is set to advance steadily, looking towards a sluggish 2.3% CAGR through to 2034. The expanding food processing industry's need for automation, along with the rising consumer awareness regarding food product packaging and labeling and the demand for packaged foods and the growing packaging industry, all drive the growth of the market. Additionally, since they are the leading exporters of automatic checkweigher machines in the market, China and Japan are the major consumers of the devices. In this region, China will most likely hog the limelight as a dominant player in the checkweigher machine market with a significant share of 58.4% in 2024.

The North America checkweigher machine industry is gearing up for consistent growth, foreseeing a CAGR of 2.9% through 2034. The primary driver of this expansion is an increase in demand for automatic checkweighers in industrial automation systems to boost efficiency. By collaborating with other revolutionary, integrated technologies to minimize expenses throughout the production process, automatic checkweighers also enhance the quality and rate of packing. The United States checkweigher machine market is projected to dominate in 2024, holding an estimated value of 71.6%.

Category-wise Insights

In 2024, the 12 to 60 kg checkweigher machines segment shall be leading with a huge share of 49.5% market share. Conversely, the food and beverages industry segment is expected to prove its dominance within the Checkweigher Machine business, holding an impressive 45.2% market share during 2024.

Competitive Landscape

Prominent players in the checkweigher machine industry are Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Mettler Toledo, R.S. Bilance S.r.l., SF Engineering, VBS, Inc., VARPE CONTROL DE PESO S.A., Soc. Coop. Bilanciai Campogalliano, Teraoka Seiko Co., Ltd., ACG, Anritsu, Bizerba, Cassel Inspection, Dibal, Espera-Werke, Idecon, iXAPACK GLOBAL, LOMA SYSTEM, Marel, Minebea Intec, NEMESIS, OCS-WIPOTEC, Packital S.R.L., Prisma Industriale, and Mettler Toledo. These rival companies use multifarious strategies in order to come out on top.

For others, innovation is the top priority, and they invest heavily in state-of-the-art technology to remain ahead of the curve. A key objective is to differentiate by providing tailored features and applications that address specific industry requirements. For companies that want to appeal to customers on a shoestring budget, price positioning becomes a war. In addition, some competitors prioritize sustainability more, aligning their products with eco-friendly trends.

Recent Developments

In November 2023, Fortress Technology made a breakthrough in the checkweigher machine industry with the release of its slimline Raptor design. The Raptor weight sensors make real-time accurate and fast individual pack weight evaluation possible, reset rapidly. Furthermore, the Raptor Checkweigher software incorporates defined tolerance tables to ensure that there is automatic compliance with regional statutory weight limits.

In November 2022, Mettler-Toledo Product Inspection launched a new Track & Trace and Checkweighing combined solution with small and mid-market businesses in the cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries in focus. With the Mettler-Toledo CT33 system, customers can achieve supply chain accountability, legal compliance, enhanced brand security, and quality assurance due to an extreme level of integration between Mark & Verify, serialization, and accuracy weighing options.

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Segmentation of Checkweigher Machine Market Analysis

By Capacity :

Up to 12 kg Checkweigher Machines

12 to 60 kg Checkweigher Machines

Above 60 kg Checkweigher Machines

By End Use :

Food and Beverage

Logistics and Packaging

Personal Care Products

Pharmaceutical Use

By Region :

North America

Latin America

East Asia

South Asia and Pacific

Western Europe

Eastern Europe

Middle East and Africa

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[california-112]

It's time to wash my work fleece, which of course means fully emptying all the pockets, and it struck me for some reason that the contents might be interesting to someone other than me (for writers? artists? nosey people?). So, here's what is apparently my daily carry for my job as a junior aircraft engineer.

Swiss Army knife - which I do actually use a lot!

USB stick

Squashed piece of wrapped toffee

Tissue

Clean pair of small nitrile gloves

Lightly used pair of medium nitrile gloves

Half a chocolate bar I forgot about

Bag of mixed sunflower seeds

Black pen

Clicky thing from the inside of a binder that holds the papers in (because it's an excellent fidget toy once you work out which bits will try to skin your fingertips and learn to avoid them)

3x pepper sachets

3x salt sachets

Handful of sunflower seed shells

Chocolate eclair (the little sweet-box one not like. A pastry.)

2x paperclips

[pharmateqsolutions]

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Our unrivaled product portfolio, international presence, technical services, and absolute commitment to compliance make us the supplier of choice for pharmaceutical manufacturers everywhere.

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Tomato Ketchup Market Embraces Organic Ingredients and Low-Sugar Alternatives for Health-Conscious Consumers

The Tomato Ketchup Market has seen remarkable growth over the past decade, driven by increasing global demand for convenient and flavorful condiments. Tomato ketchup, a staple in households and foodservice outlets, has evolved from a simple table sauce to a versatile ingredient used in a variety of culinary applications. This widespread adoption is being shaped by changing consumer preferences, innovative packaging, and expanding distribution networks.

Market Overview

Tomato ketchup has carved a significant niche within the global condiment industry. Its popularity spans across regions, cultures, and cuisines. North America and Europe have traditionally led the market, but emerging economies in Asia-Pacific and Latin America are now showcasing exponential growth. This is largely attributed to the growing influence of Western food habits, urbanization, and rising disposable incomes in these regions.

According to recent industry insights, the tomato ketchup market is expected to witness steady growth over the forecast period, with manufacturers focusing on innovation, healthier product formulations, and eco-friendly packaging to meet consumer demand.

Key Market Drivers

Changing Lifestyles and Food Habits: Urbanization and busy lifestyles have spurred demand for ready-to-eat and easy-to-use food products. Tomato ketchup, often paired with fast food items like burgers, fries, and sandwiches, fits seamlessly into this trend.

Health-Conscious Consumer Behavior: While traditional ketchup contains sugar and preservatives, many companies are now offering organic, low-sugar, and additive-free variants. This shift caters to health-conscious consumers without compromising on taste.

Rising Influence of Quick-Service Restaurants (QSRs): The rapid expansion of fast-food chains globally has significantly increased the demand for ketchup. These establishments rely on condiments like tomato ketchup to enhance flavor and customer satisfaction.

E-Commerce and Online Retail: The proliferation of online grocery platforms has enabled consumers to purchase condiments with greater convenience. Digital marketing strategies and product visibility on e-commerce channels are helping brands tap into wider audiences.

Market Segmentation

The tomato ketchup market can be segmented based on product type, packaging, distribution channel, and region.

By Product Type: Regular, flavored, and organic ketchups are the primary categories. Flavored variants, such as chili ketchup or garlic-infused ketchup, are gaining popularity among younger consumers.

By Packaging: Glass bottles, squeeze bottles, pouches, and single-serve sachets. Squeeze bottles are especially favored due to their convenience and spill-free usability.

By Distribution Channel: Supermarkets/hypermarkets, convenience stores, online retail, and foodservice outlets. Online retail is experiencing robust growth owing to the pandemic-induced shift in shopping habits.

By Region: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. Asia-Pacific is anticipated to witness the highest CAGR, with India and China emerging as key growth engines.

Competitive Landscape

The tomato ketchup market is highly competitive, with key players focusing on innovation, branding, and strategic partnerships to gain market share. Major companies include The Kraft Heinz Company, Nestlé S.A., Conagra Brands, Hindustan Unilever, and Del Monte Foods.

These players invest heavily in R&D to create new flavors, enhance shelf life, and improve product appeal. Additionally, they are exploring sustainable packaging materials and promoting environmentally responsible practices to align with growing eco-consciousness among consumers.

Opportunities and Challenges

Opportunities:

Expansion in rural markets of developing countries.

Growing demand for ethnic and regional flavor variants.

Collaborations with food delivery apps and cloud kitchens.

Challenges:

Rising raw material costs, especially tomatoes and sugar.

Health concerns over preservatives and added sugars.

Intense competition from local and unbranded players.

Future Outlook

The future of the tomato ketchup market lies in customization, health-centric formulations, and digital transformation. Brands that prioritize sustainability, transparency, and innovation will be better positioned to navigate the dynamic landscape.

As consumers become more discerning and experimental with their food choices, ketchup manufacturers must continue evolving. Whether it’s through exotic flavors, recyclable packaging, or healthier alternatives, adapting to consumer trends will remain the cornerstone of success in the tomato ketchup market.

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Caltron Clays & Chemicals – The Eco-Friendly Pharmaceutical Raw Material Manufacturer in India Trusted Worldwide

Inside Caltron Clays & Chemicals: Why Global Manufacturers Choose Our Raw Materials for High-Absorption, Eco-Friendly Formulations

Caltron Clays & Chemicals, an industry-leading Pharmaceutical Raw Material Manufacturer and Supplier in India, has redefined quality, sustainability, and trust across global supply chains. As a partner to some of the most innovative pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and cosmetic brands worldwide, Caltron delivers certified, highly bioavailable, and clean label mineral ingredients tailored for advanced formulations.

With decades of experience and a growing international footprint, we support manufacturers from ideation to execution, providing functional, safe, and eco conscious raw materials for bone health, joint care, filtration, skincare, and beyond. Our state-of-the-art sourcing, purification, and micronization processes set us apart as a top pharmaceutical raw material supplier in India.

Let’s dive deep into how Caltron is powering global health and wellness with clean, efficient, and sustainable ingredients.

From Source to Solution: The Caltron Way of Eco-Friendly Mineral Manufacturing

Caltron’s strength begins with ethical sourcing. We only use raw materials that are traceable, non destructive to the environment, and aligned with clean label formulation trends. From the ocean to the earth, our sources are verified and selected for purity, safety, and sustainability.

Key Ingredients with Responsible Origins:

Algae Calcium Powder – a vegan, plant-based calcium source with superior absorption and trace minerals.

Coral Calcium Powder – mined from fossilized deposits, rich in marine nutrients and eco-conscious.

Oyster Shell Calcium Carbonate Powder – recycled and refined from food industry waste.

Egg Shell Calcium Powder for Supplements – sourced from eggshells, repurposed into ultra-clean calcium.

Phoscal Fish Bone Calcium – a marine-sourced calcium-phosphorus matrix for joint and bone support.

As a sustainable raw material manufacturer, we go beyond product it’s about protecting ecosystems, reducing waste, and producing eco-friendly calcium without compromising performance.

Precision Micronization for Maximum Absorption and Bioefficacy

Caltron’s edge lies in our mastery of industrial calcium processing. Micronization ensures the final product is not only pure but also fast-absorbing, functional, and formulation ready.

Our products go through particle size reduction processes that improve solubility, uniformity, and digestive absorption key for high performance applications in tablets, powders, sachets, and beverages.

High Bioavailability Mineral Products:

MCHC Powder (Ossein) – a natural bone matrix containing calcium, collagen, and phosphorus.

Marine Magnesium Powder Supplier – supporting cardiovascular, muscular, and cognitive health.

Active Absorbable Calcium – engineered for clean label compliance and maximum cellular uptake.

Whether for pediatric, geriatric, or sports formulations, our micronized minerals deliver consistent results, making Caltron a high absorption mineral supplier of choice.

Pharma Grade Formulations for Bone Health & Joint Care

Bone health and joint care are at the core of Caltron’s formulation expertise. Our ingredients cater to preventive, therapeutic, and restorative needs across life stages.

Bone Health Solutions:

Algae Calcium Powder and Milk Calcium Powder for growing children and pregnant women.

Coral Calcium Powder for postmenopausal and osteoporosis-prone demographics.

MCHC Powder (Ossein) for advanced orthopedic support.

Joint Care Applications:

Egg Membrane Powder for Joint Health – naturally rich in elastin and collagen for improved flexibility.

Marine Magnesium Powder – acts as a muscle relaxant and anti-inflammatory agent.

Phoscal Fish Bone Calcium – full-spectrum calcium-phosphorus complex to maintain mobility.

Caltron supports brands focused on bone health formulation inputs and joint health ingredient supplier innovation, delivering safety, absorption, and effectiveness.

Filtration, Fortification & Functional Applications

With modern dietary needs shifting towards functionality and transparency, Caltron offers solutions for both filtration and nutritional enhancement.

Diatomaceous Earth Solutions:

Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth Powder for beverage filtration, used in wine, beer, juices, and oils.

Diatom Based Filtration enhances clarity, microbial stability, and shelf-life with natural silica.

Functional Beverage Minerals:

Active Absorbable Calcium, Marine Magnesium, and Algae Calcium now power wellness drinks, vegan smoothies, and protein shakes.

These formulations are clean label, FSSAI-certified, and tailored to global market preferences, keeping Caltron at the forefront of functional beverage minerals and nutraceutical ingredient suppliers.

Skincare & Cosmetic Raw Materials for Clean Beauty Brands

Caltron is proud to support personal care innovators with COSMOS and Vegan Certified cosmetic ingredients that are both high-performing and safe for skin.

Natural Cosmetic Ingredients:

“DIATOM” Natural Scrubbing Salt – non abrasive, smooth textured exfoliant for face and body scrubs.

Kaolin Powder – detoxifying, gentle clay ideal for masks, serums, and baby products.

Egg Membrane Powder – collagen rich anti aging active for premium skin care formulations.

These ingredients are produced with GMP and ISO certification, exported globally, and popular among cosmetic formulation raw materials brands.

Global Certifications: Your Assurance of Trust & Compliance

Our commitment to quality isn’t limited to manufacturing it extends to compliance. Caltron Clays & Chemicals is a GMP approved ingredient manufacturer with extensive certifications:

ISO Certified Pharma Company

WHO GMP Compliant Manufacturer

FSSAI Compliant Minerals

Halal Certified Pharma Ingredients

COSMOS & Vegan Certified Products

Each product is backed by COAs, stability data, and export documentation, ensuring regulatory compliance for clients in over 30 countries.

We help brands meet international standards with scalable volumes, consistent batch quality, and global pharma supply chain support.

Caltron’s Product Line: A Full-Spectrum Ingredient Partner

Pharmaceutical & Nutraceutical Ingredients:

Algae Calcium Powder

Coral Calcium Powder

Oyster Shell Calcium Carbonate Powder

MCHC Powder

Milk Calcium Powder

Egg Shell Calcium Powder

Phoscal Fish Bone Calcium

Egg Membrane Powder

Active Absorbable Calcium

Marine Magnesium Powder

Cosmetic & Specialty Ingredients:

“DIATOM” Natural Scrubbing Salt (COSMOS Approved)

Kaolin Clay Powder

Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth Powder

These ingredients are developed with industry-best technology, human safety in mind, and aligned with clean label raw material provider trends.

Why Caltron Clays & Chemicals?

Caltron isn’t just a pharmaceutical raw material manufacturer in India we are your integrated ingredient partner.

Over 20 years in bulk calcium powder export Trusted by pharma, cosmetic, and nutraceutical brands across the globe Customizable order sizes, documentation, and white labeling Ingredients optimized for pediatric, geriatric, and functional products Certifications for every market (ISO, WHO-GMP, COSMOS, Halal, FSSAI)

We are proud to be recognized as one of the top pharma-grade mineral suppliers supporting innovation across formulations, geographies, and industries.

Experience the Caltron Advantage

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Caltron Clays & Chemicals – Empowering Global Health, One Ingredient at a Time.

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Understanding Peel Strength Tester Ensuring Reliable Bonding with Pacorr

Posted by Pacorr Testing Instruments

In industries where adhesives, laminates, films, labels, and packaging materials play a critical role, the quality of bonding directly affects product performance, durability, and customer satisfaction. One of the most reliable methods to assess bonding quality is through a Peel Strength Test, conducted using a precision-engineered Peel Strength Tester.

At Pacorr, we understand how essential it is to maintain high-quality standards in adhesive and packaging applications. That's why we offer state-of-the-art Peel Strength Testers, designed to deliver accurate, repeatable, and hassle-free testing for a wide range of materials.

What is a Peel Strength Tester?

A Peel Strength Tester is a laboratory instrument that measures the force required to peel or separate two bonded materials. This test provides valuable insights into the adhesive strength, ensuring that the bond can withstand operational stresses such as handling, transportation, and environmental exposure.

Peel tests are particularly critical in industries such as:

✅ Flexible Packaging ✅ Labeling and Stickers ✅ Laminates and Films ✅ Electronics (for bonded layers) ✅ Automotive Interiors ✅ Medical Device Packaging

Why Peel Strength Testing is Crucial

Peel strength testing is not just a routine quality check — it's a safeguard for product integrity and brand reputation. Here's why it matters:

Ensures Product Durability: Weak adhesive bonds can lead to product failure during handling or use.

Improves Quality Control: Regular testing identifies inconsistencies in adhesives, substrates, or production processes.

Meets Industry Standards: Many industries have strict regulations requiring peel strength testing (ASTM, ISO, etc.).

Reduces Rejection Rates: Detect weak bonds early to avoid costly product recalls or customer complaints.

Key Features of Pacorr's Peel Strength Tester

Pacorr's Peel Strength Testers are engineered with precision and durability in mind. Our instruments offer:

✔ Digital Display: Easy-to-read force measurements with high accuracy. ✔ Robust Grips and Fixtures: Securely hold a variety of samples for consistent testing. ✔ Adjustable Test Speeds: Customize test parameters as per material specifications. ✔ Compliance with International Standards: Designed in line with ASTM D3330, ASTM F88, and other relevant standards. ✔ User-Friendly Operation: Simple controls and ergonomic design for lab or factory floor use.

Applications Across Industries

Pacorr's Peel Strength Testers cater to diverse industries, including:

Flexible Packaging: Evaluate seal strength of pouches, sachets, and bags.

Labels & Stickers: Test adhesion of labels to packaging or containers.

Electronics: Verify the peel strength of bonded screens, films, or PCB layers.

Automotive: Ensure interior trims, films, and foils meet durability standards.

Medical Packaging: Guarantee the integrity of sealed medical pouches and devices.

Conclusion

When it comes to adhesive quality and bonded materials, "good enough" isn't enough. With Pacorr's Peel Strength Tester Price, you can ensure your products meet the highest standards of performance, reliability, and customer satisfaction.

Explore our full range of testing instruments at www.pacorr.com and take the first step toward uncompromised quality.

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Enhancing Edible Oil Packaging: Nichrome's Advanced Machinery in Bangladesh

The edible oil industry in Bangladesh is witnessing a golden era. From bustling metros to emerging industrial zones, the demand for high-quality oils like soyabean, mustard, palm and other blended varieties is at an all-time high. With the rising health and safety awareness, the preferences of the modern-day consumer have also evolved. This has led to a significant rise in the demand for safer and tamper-proof packaging while packaging edible oils.

In this quality and compliance-driven market, edible oil packaging plays a vital role. It preserves freshness, prevents leakage, and deters contamination, leading towards building a stronger consumer trust with every single pouch or bottle that reaches their hands. This is since today’s consumers look at how the product is packed and carried, and not just at what’s on the cover.

Enter Nichrome, a pioneer in packaging and a trusted partner to some of Bangladesh’s biggest edible oil brands. With our innovative and reliable Nichrome packaging machines, we have set new benchmarks in providing state-of-the-art oil packaging machines that provide high performance, safety and flexibility.

We have been empowering edible oil manufacturers to modernise their packaging operations. Whether you are a large-scale producer or a mid-sized business with growing ambitions, our tailored oil filling machine solutions are built to scale with your success.

Packaging Challenges in the Edible Oil Industry

It is not just about filling and sealing when it comes to packaging edible oils; it is about the fine balance that demands precision, speed, and adaptability. The unique characteristics of oils like mustard, soybean, and vanaspati render standard solutions ineffective. Let’s take a look at the real-world challenges that arise when it comes to packaging these assorted oils:

Handling Viscosity:  Thick oils require a specially designed machine that dispenses without creating air pockets or spills. Our high-performing viscous liquid filling machine ensures smooth, uninterrupted flow

Volume Control: Be it filling compact 100ml sachets or big 1-litre pouches, precision is critical in both. Our manual liquid filling machines help you maintain exact volume with minimal wastage.

Precision with Speed: Time is money, especially when consumer demand surges. Therefore, edible oil brands need machines that can seamlessly deliver high-speed performance without compromising on accuracy. 

Hygiene & FSSAI Compliance: Every single drop of oil needs to be handled with care. Machines must offer food-grade contract parts, easy cleaning, and a design that can successfully align with strict hygiene standards.

Packaging Versatility: From sachets and spout pouches to rigid bottles, the machinery must adapt to various packaging formats. Our oil packaging machines ensure flexibility with every SKU

In Bangladesh, packaging needs range from traditional to modern, and these challenges can’t be ignored. Fortunately, we at Nichrome have engineered solutions that don’t just meet these industry needs; they surpass them. With a vast range of options from manual liquid filling machines to fully automated oil packing systems, we at Nichrome help edible oil brands overcome these hurdles with efficiency and elegance.

Nichrome’s Solution: Advanced oil packaging machines

As Bangladesh’s edible oil industry keeps on growing in volume and variety, packaging demands are becoming increasingly nuanced. This is exactly we at Nichrome step-in, with our custom packaging solutions that can easily align with the regional needs, packaging formats, and product types. Our oil packaging machines bring precision, consistency, and flexibility to every drop that is being packed.

Key Machines for Oil Packaging:

Our vast portfolio of oil packaging machines is a blend of innovation and adaptability:

Filpack Servo SMD – Ensures smooth and precise fills with zero spills, making it ideal for viscous oils like mustard, vanaspati, or ghee. 

Automatic Liquid Packaging Machines – Offers high-speed efficiency with hygienic reliability, most suited for high-volume pouch and sachet operations.

Servo Filling Machines – Provides real-time filling control powered by servo technology, while delivering pinpoint accuracy and consistent fills across batch sizes.

Pouch Liquid Filling Machines – Affordable, scalable, and designed for flexibility in formats and volumes, ideal for startups and mid-scale units.

Technical Features:

Our smart and robust packaging machines don’t just fill but elevate your operation:

Servo-driven filling for high precision and minimal wastage 

PLC-based intelligent control system with user-friendly interface

Stainless steel hygienic build to meet food safety regulations

Flexibility across 100ml to 1-litre packs with smooth volume adjustments

Output: Up to 85 packs/min, depending on product and pack size

Adaptability to bottles, sachets, spouted pouches, and other consumer formats

Together, these features ensure that every single Nichrome machine becomes a smart investment for you, maximising output while maintaining the highest quality and hygiene standards. Whether you are producing premium mustard oil or daily-use cooking oil packets, our oil packaging machines deliver the consistency you can easily count on.

Benefits of Using Nichrome Packaging Machines

When you partner with Nichrome, you get more than a machine; you get a head start on the future of streamlined operations and superior product quality. Here’s how:

Improved Production Efficiency: Avoid bottlenecks and get faster fill rates and uninterrupted flow, giving your production line momentum

Minimal Wastage & High Filling Accuracy: With every drop being extremely valuable, our servo-driven technology ensures that each pouch or bottle receives exactly the right amount

Leakage Prevention: Strong and even seals keep oil fresh, making leakage a thing of the past

Reduced Labour Dependency: Automation reduces operational costs, eliminates manual errors, and increases daily output without requiring an increase in your workforce

Quick Format Changeovers: From volume to pack types, easily adapt to market shifts in real-time with our advanced and flexible packaging machines

Compact Design: Our machines can deliver industrial-grade performance in a small footprint as they are designed for the space-starved production units, even in urban Bangladesh.

With all these advantages, we at Nichrome don’t just improve the way you pack oil, but instead enable you to transform your entire production lifecycle into a more profitable, precise and progressive one.

Supporting a Growing Industry: Nichrome in Bangladesh

As the edible oil sector in Bangladesh is rising to meet the growing domestic consumption and global export demand, oil packaging has become a strategic differentiator. In this shift, Nichrome stands strong beside growth, empowering businesses with technology, training and trust.

With us you get:

Local Support: Our local presence ensures seamless onboarding, with a team of experts for installation, hands-on training, and ongoing maintenance right here in Bangladesh.

 Strong Customer Base: From leading FMCG giants to agile small-scale entrepreneurs, our Nichrome packaging machines power a wide spectrum of edible oil producers.

Wide Range of Options: Machines like Sprint 250 Plus, Excel 400, and Filpack Servo are the backbone of efficient oil packaging machines, delivering speed, hygiene, and impressive ROI.

In short, we are not just selling machines, we are fuelling an entire packaging revolution across the country.

Future Trends in Edible Oil Packaging

As consumer preferences are shifting and technology is advancing, the edible oil packaging landscape is also rapidly evolving, and we at Nichrome are proud to be at the forefront of this transformation. Beyond simply meeting today’s packaging needs, we are engineering solutions for tomorrow’s challenges. Nichrome packaging machines are designed not just for efficiency and hygiene, but for adaptability in a tech-driven and sustainability-conscious world.

Smart Packaging Integration: The future is interactive. Thanks to the implementation of QR codes, barcodes, and batch traceability functionalities, oil packaging now has the potential to carry important product information, best-before dates, and even brand history directly to the consumers

Artificial Intelligence for Quality Control: We're employing artificial intelligence to track fill quantity, detect leaks, and validate packaging integrity—all in real time, with no human error.

Fortified Oil Support: As the market demand for fortified oils and vitamin-enriched oils is increasing in Bangladesh, Nichrome machines provide batch-wise consistency and regulatory compliance for each pouch or bottle.

The future is smart, sustainable, and sensitive to both market trends and consumer wellbeing. We at Nichrome are paving the path forward, one intelligent innovation at a time.

Conclusion

In the fast-paced edible oil sector of Bangladesh, the consumer demand is soaring, hygiene has become non-negotiable, and competition is fierce. Under this scenario, the difference between good and memorable often lies in your packaging line. With fortified and value-added cooking oils gaining ground, good packaging has now become a strategic advantage more than just an operational need.

At Nichrome, we understand that every drop counts; therefore, our oil packaging is about helping your business stay ahead. Whether you are filling mustard oil in a small unit or packaging refined soybean oil for urban supermarkets, we deliver solutions that are tailored to your needs. Our oil filling machines, automatic liquid packaging machines, and pouch liquid filling machines are engineered to meet the real-world challenges by handling viscosity, reducing spillage, and maintaining hygiene with clockwork precision.

With our local presence in Bangladesh, we ensure smooth operations round the clock, be it installation, training or after-sales services. We are proud to partner with several leading FMCG brands and fast-growing SMEs across the country, offering reliable automation solutions that scale with your ambition.Whether you’re a new entrant or a market leader, we empower you to rise, adapt, and lead with smart, scalable, and high-performance Nichrome packaging machines. From compact units like the Filpack Servo SMD to versatile solutions like the Excel 400, we help you unlock operational excellence without overshooting your budget.

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Experience accuracy, speed, and reliability with Gempac’s advanced Coconut Oil Packaging Machines. Engineered for high-performance and consistency, our machines are designed to deliver flawless packaging for every drop. Whether it's sachets, pouches, or bottles, Gempac ensures precise fill levels, leak-proof sealing, and hygienic output every time. Trusted by manufacturers across India and abroad, Gempac sets the standard in coconut oil packaging excellence.

Contact us today for reliable and efficient packaging services. 🌐 www.gempac.in 📧 info@gempac.in 📲 +91 6238340124 📲 +91 6238341146 📲 +91 9847559184