https://www.scmp.com/rss/300995/feed en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Its track record for supplying to the Swiss watch industry since 1955 speaks volumes about family-owned Gerber Maschinenbau's capabilities as a precision machine tools manufacturer. Working with Rolex and other luxury watch brands, Gerber has developed intricate tooling techniques that ushered its forays into other industries including the vehicle and medical sectors. Gerber manufactures brushing and face polishing machines, brushing-deburring machines for precision parts and thickness grading... https://www.scmp.com/article/1207734/gerber-sets-accuracy-benchmark-watches-and-cutting-tools?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1207734/gerber-sets-accuracy-benchmark-watches-and-cutting-tools?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 05 Apr 2013 08:16:45 +0000 With a slew of blockbuster drugs coming off-patent until 2017, the race to commercialise generic drug candidates is tight. Zurich-based Selectchemie gives its clients the edge with an intimate knowledge of the drug and nutritionals supply chains. The company's global insight is enviable. As a trusted partner of active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) and finished form manufacturers, dossier developers and marketing companies, Selectchemie has in-depth expertise on existing dossiers, especially... https://www.scmp.com/article/1207730/selectchemie-advances-life-sciences-global-insight?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1207730/selectchemie-advances-life-sciences-global-insight?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 05 Apr 2013 08:13:07 +0000 A boutique culture bridging Sino-Swiss ties has been the backbone of Unitouch Services, specialising in the entry of small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) into Asia and vice-versa building European inroads for Asian capital. Venturing into international markets comes with associated risks and this can be a sensitive point for SMEs if they lack networks or definitive knowledge in commercial, legal and regulatory environments abroad. "With our personalised approach, local operational capacity... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206385/unitouchs-boutique-culture-bridges-sino-swiss-business-relations?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206385/unitouchs-boutique-culture-bridges-sino-swiss-business-relations?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 12:25:15 +0000 Positioned as a "weight watcher" in the automotive world, tailor-welded blanks specialist Andritz Soutec is ready to become a heavyweight in non-automotive applications. Soutec's welding systems significantly reduce a vehicle's weight by producing structural parts and tailor welded blanks using the patented Soutec gap closing system. The welded parts are proven to have superior crash performance. "Anybody who talks about tailor welded blanks knows Soutec," says CEO Domenico Iacovelli. "We will... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206384/top-automotive-welder-ready-extend-new-industries?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206384/top-automotive-welder-ready-extend-new-industries?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 12:23:22 +0000 Asia's rapid wealth creation has been accompanied by a growing need to structure cross-border private and corporate wealth. With a Swiss heritage in handling family office, trust, tax, legal, accounting and a whole suite of other family and corporate services, Kendris rises to the challenge with an additional distinguishing and important qualification - independence. Being a service provider with no direct association with asset management and investment consulting companies, Kendris is... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206383/kendris-structures-wealth-generations?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206383/kendris-structures-wealth-generations?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 12:21:56 +0000 In the world of timepieces, few words are as attractive as "Swiss-made". Offering genuine Swiss craftsmanship at an affordable price, family-owned Jowissa Watches captures Asia's growing appetite for mid-range luxury watches. Based in Bettlach, a Swiss village with a watchmaking heritage dating back to the 18th century, Jowissa's founder Josef Wyss succeeded in delivering what only a few watch brands could. He made watches so distinct and luxurious in character that customers could recognise... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206382/jowissa-offers-best-swiss-made-mid-range-luxury-watches?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206382/jowissa-offers-best-swiss-made-mid-range-luxury-watches?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 12:20:53 +0000 Components that power the industries of the world - these represent the "pride and passion" of one of Switzerland's oldest industrial factories. From a mechanical workshop specialising in hydraulic rams and self-acting water pumps, Schlumpf has risen as a leading manufacturer of winding components for the global paper and film industry. "Our family's name and Swiss heritage have been a guarantee for the highest quality since 1886," says partner Andreas Schlumpf. Schlumpf broadened its expertise... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206377/schlumpf-winds-strategic-partnerships-asian-expansion?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206377/schlumpf-winds-strategic-partnerships-asian-expansion?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 12:14:57 +0000 "Papermaker" takes on a new meaning at BTG. Based in Eclepens, the pulp and paper solutions provider works to boost clients' profitability and productivity. "We constantly innovate to provide additional support, expertise and technologies at very low acquisition cost," says president and CEO Brian Pahl. "The return on investment and potential savings for our customers are much shorter and considerably higher." BTG developed its proprietary paper coating and tissue creping blade technology. As a... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206376/btg-propels-client-profits-pioneering-technology-and-expertise?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206376/btg-propels-client-profits-pioneering-technology-and-expertise?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 12:13:39 +0000 Global coated abrasives manufacturer sia Abrasives Industries is ramping up activities in Asia, as the surface treatment trade gains traction in the region. Industry reports project Asia-Pacific markets for metallic and non-metallic abrasives will account for 58 per cent of global market share in 2018. "The main growth areas for the future will be China and Asia-Pacific. I see huge potential with our wide range of applications tailored to the needs of various industries," says Michael Ganzler,... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206375/innovation-achieves-perfect-surface-sia-abrasives?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206375/innovation-achieves-perfect-surface-sia-abrasives?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 12:11:25 +0000 The world consumes 2.7 billion cups of coffee a day. More than 200 million of these come from coffee beans traded by Volcafe. With a global coffee procurement network, Volcafe and its subsidiaries have access to more than 90 per cent of the world's coffee production. "We are green bean suppliers - from the coffee tree to the roasting plant. But we are more than a coffee bean trader. We serve farmers and consumers," says Jan Kees van der Wild, managing director of Volcafe. Linking the bean... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206373/volcafe-leads-market-green-coffee-trading?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206373/volcafe-leads-market-green-coffee-trading?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 12:09:06 +0000 The hallmark of a memorable hotel experience is excellent service. Behind the success of exceptional hotels are its staff, the people with an understanding and passion for true hospitality, and a dedication to flawless management. As the first worldwide business school group in hospitality and tourism management, Vatel has been instrumental in providing talent to the world's top hotels for more than 31 years. These include the properties of Shangri-La and InterContinental. Understanding the... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206365/vatel-meets-demand-hospitality-workforce?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206365/vatel-meets-demand-hospitality-workforce?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 12:01:50 +0000 A university degree does not guarantee gainful employment, as millions of the world's graduates are discovering. Pinpointing the reasons behind this trend, the International Labour Organization says that the training received by many young people does not match existing jobs. Companies also find that universities do not prepare students for existing and future markets. Jobseekers tend to take employment that is not suited to the type or level of their education. Emerging nations, in particular,... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206356/young-jobseekers-skills-must-match-markets-needs?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206356/young-jobseekers-skills-must-match-markets-needs?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 12:00:05 +0000 For a country with limited natural resources, the practical skills and ingenuity of its people have helped Switzerland to excel internationally. Such human resource assets have been honed in institutions that operate within an acclaimed research and education system. Switzerland's decentralised education system comprises federal and canton-run public universities, universities of applied sciences, university-level institutions, teacher education universities, technical colleges and more than 240... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206355/education-system-nurtures-strong-knowledge-economy?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206355/education-system-nurtures-strong-knowledge-economy?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:58:23 +0000 Backed by groundbreaking research and excellent education, Swiss university ETH Zurich equips students in developing and transforming cities. Working closely with top universities in Asia, ETH Zurich applies basic research and knowledge to solve real-world problems that threaten urban dwellers' quality of life. "We teach Switzerland's engineers and architects. We educate the city planners of the future," says Dr Ralph Eichler, president of ETH Zurich. The university is funded largely by the... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206353/eth-zurich-moulds-next-generation-city-planners?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206353/eth-zurich-moulds-next-generation-city-planners?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:55:17 +0000 Allure that transcends luxury and innovation that breaks the "Swiss watch mould", while preserving more than a century's craft. Watch connoisseurs may have countless more ways to differentiate the charm of a Carl F. Bucherer timepiece, but one is certain: It is the brand of elegance worn by the independent thinker. "A Carl F. Bucherer watch may not be the first timepiece that you own, but we ensure that it will add value beyond its price to your collection," says CEO Sascha Moeri. "Every piece... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206349/carl-f-bucherer-unveils-milestone-timepieces?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206349/carl-f-bucherer-unveils-milestone-timepieces?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:42:11 +0000 As products become more sophisticated, the demand for quality and safety also increases. Manufacturers then turn to analysis and measurement techniques to develop high-quality products. INFICON is in the business of improving productivity and minimising liability claims. "We keep people safe," says Lukas Winkler, president and CEO of INFICON. "We ensure manufacturers produce quality products that keep people and the environment safe and secure." A leading provider of measurement instruments,... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206348/inficon-spurs-leak-detection-technology-research?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206348/inficon-spurs-leak-detection-technology-research?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:40:54 +0000 Beyond being the most recognised versatile tool, the Swiss Army knife is an icon of quality, ingenuity and craftsmanship, much like its maker Victorinox has been for more than a century. While its products have grown from cutlery to timepieces, travel gear, fashion and fragrances, the company's philosophy lives on: Victorinox - companion for life. "Our customers carry the Swiss Army knife in their pocket, timepiece on their wrist, fashion on their body and fragrance on their skin. They send us... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206347/swiss-army-knife-inspires-holistic-victorinox-brand?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206347/swiss-army-knife-inspires-holistic-victorinox-brand?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:39:09 +0000 Europe's most renowned and the world's largest sporting goods retailer is pushing the envelope further as it rises as the industry's single most formidable game changer. Intersport International Corporation solidified its position last year when it acquired The Athlete's Foot (TAF) from United States-based Global Franchise Group. Expanding the company's presence from 41 countries to 63, the acquisition instantly added 430 TAF outlets to Intersport's network of more than 5,300 stores. It also... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206346/sport-people-campaign-reinforces-intersports-commitment-asian-region?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206346/sport-people-campaign-reinforces-intersports-commitment-asian-region?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:37:37 +0000 From penny candy to premium candy - Ricola founder Emil Richterich has proven that with hard work and the right mix of Swiss mountain herbs, a humble side business can grow into one of the world's leading candy companies. Ricola started as a candy shop, which Richterich opened to supplement his small bakery in the 1930s. Candies made from herbs and fruits were among his wide selection. Focusing on varieties based on his special 13-herb mixture, Richterich gradually grew Ricola with the support... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206337/ricola-marks-40-flavourful-years-asia?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206337/ricola-marks-40-flavourful-years-asia?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:33:22 +0000 Counterfeits may come with low price tags, but their hidden cost is tremendous. Comprising about 10 per cent of the world's trade - and up to 80 per cent of some products trading in some Asian countries - counterfeits cause billions of dollars in losses for companies that spend years building up their brands. In industries such as pharmaceuticals, counterfeits also jeopardise the safety of consumers. Most businesses recognise the issue but they struggle to pinpoint the problem's stage and... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206333/u-nica-secures-worlds-brands-protective-technologies?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206333/u-nica-secures-worlds-brands-protective-technologies?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:30:36 +0000 An international engineering group with Swiss roots, Molinari Rail applies a 360-degree approach to ensure system optimisation and passenger safety in railways. With its broad vehicle design and engineering expertise, the company has helped enhance valuable public transport vehicles throughout Europe, South America and the United States. Its know-how extends from metros, intercity trains and locomotives to fleet operation and railway vehicle maintenance. Molinari is also at the forefront of... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206332/molinari-rail-eases-technology-adoption-asias-metros?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206332/molinari-rail-eases-technology-adoption-asias-metros?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:29:10 +0000 A trailblazer in applying the practical use of robotics in physical therapy, Reha Technology is boosting its reputation in Asia through its internationally patented system for gait rehabilitation. Called the G-EO System, the technology is geared towards having a patient regain motor skills, especially in walking. It offers a variety of training modes, entails short setup times, and significantly reduces the risks of patient injury during therapy sessions. This innovation benefits patients... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206331/reha-technology-provides-better-life-g-eo-system?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206331/reha-technology-provides-better-life-g-eo-system?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:27:20 +0000 Otto Kagi created a Swiss classic in 1952 - crisp, delicate wafers enveloped in a coating of delicious chocolate. After more than half a century, the chocolate wafers, traditionally known as Toggi or Kagi fret, have become part of Swiss heritage. Nine out of 10 people in Switzerland are familiar with the treat. "The secret is we never changed the recipe," says Beat Siegfried, CEO of Kagi Sohne, the manufacturer of Kagi. "The taste is really appreciated all over. It is the key success factor of... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206327/kagi-makes-swiss-wafers-appeal-asian-taste?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206327/kagi-makes-swiss-wafers-appeal-asian-taste?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:24:11 +0000 Leadership in one field can pave the way to leadership in another. Global thrill ride giant Intamin applies its expertise in moving people smoothly around theme parks to public transport systems worldwide. Backed by 45 years of amusement ride experience, Intamin branched into Intamin Transportation and Intamin Amusement Rides in 2011, signalling the growing importance of its monorail division. Like its signature roller coasters, Intamin's People Mover Systems are distinguished by engineering... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206322/amusement-ride-leader-accelerates-monorail-production?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206322/amusement-ride-leader-accelerates-monorail-production?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:22:04 +0000 After reaching the height of European design excellence, Laufen takes Asia by storm with its award-winning bathroom solutions. Having marked its 120th anniversary last year, the company is investing in refining its production processes and developing the latest materials with renewed vigour. The company's commitment to quality and design has given rise to its latest line of ceramic bathroom pieces. Made of Laufen's revolutionary material called SaphirKeramik, the pieces can be moulded into... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206321/swiss-bathroom-culture-sweeps-asia?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206321/swiss-bathroom-culture-sweeps-asia?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:19:36 +0000 Chapel Bridge and Mount Pilatus aside, tourists from the mainland have one more reason to love Lucerne. Against a backdrop of quintessential Swiss charm and service excellence, LucerneHealth gives international visitors an ideal retreat for receiving first-rate medical care. "Lucerne is a pleasant environment," says managing director Dr Dieter Baumgartner. "It's quiet, beautiful and very conducive to healing and getting healthy again." Among the first to contribute to the growth of medical... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206317/lucernehealth-creates-haven-rest-healing-and-well-being?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206317/lucernehealth-creates-haven-rest-healing-and-well-being?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:11:58 +0000 Beyond Lucerne's "Golden Circuit" tourist route, and hidden from the region's famous revolving restaurant on Mount Pilatus, lies a haven of understated luxury and relaxation - Hotel Villa Honegg. The century-old hotel sits on the ridge of Mount Burgenstock, overlooking Lake Lucerne. Refurbished in 2011, it offers guests peace, privacy and personalised service against a backdrop of Switzerland's finest mountain views. "We know every customer and make them feel like this is their private mansion,"... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206315/hotel-villa-honegg-continues-century-old-legacy-caring?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206315/hotel-villa-honegg-continues-century-old-legacy-caring?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:09:22 +0000 Staying one step ahead of customer needs has made Muller Technologies the recognised brand for top-quality thermal break assembly machines that aluminium extrusion plants rely on for the long term. As industries switch to high gear in Asia, the company underlines its commitment to the region with its latest innovation, the Type Advanced rolling machine. "The Advanced rolling machine will make it easier for Asia's main players, especially on the mainland, to create new possibilities with the more... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206314/muller-technologies-innovative-machines-create-new-possibilities?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206314/muller-technologies-innovative-machines-create-new-possibilities?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:07:26 +0000 Innovation can be found in the most unexpected places, such as the small Swiss mountain village of Tenna where the population is about 110 and the main livelihood is farming. Tenna stepped into the global spotlight in 2011 when it launched the first-ever solar-powered ski lift - thanks to mechanical engineering expert Bartholet Maschinenbau Flums (Switzerland) (BMF). What makes the invention a breakthrough is its capability to generate 90,000 kilowatt hours of electricity, powering not only the... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206307/worlds-first-solar-ski-lift-reflects-bmf-ingenuity?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206307/worlds-first-solar-ski-lift-reflects-bmf-ingenuity?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:05:33 +0000 Insulating, rapid hardening, self-curing, lightweight structural and ultra high strength - concrete in its various forms is shaping cities. Behind many of these innovations is CEMEX Research Group (CRG). A research and development centre and owner of intellectual properties of global cement giant CEMEX, CRG intends to share this know-how to build the cities and infrastructure of tomorrow. "We have an attractive portfolio of intellectual capital and we're offering this to create business," says... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206305/crg-builds-cities-tomorrow?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206305/crg-builds-cities-tomorrow?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:03:06 +0000 Size does matter in manufacturing, and micro-turning specialist Polydec proves its small, high-quality parts play a huge role worldwide. Globally, five out of every 10 cars use Polydec parts. Barely visible to the naked eye, many of Polydec's complex pieces are less than 1mm in diameter, and in some cases even 0.1mm. Though its company size mimics its product size, Polydec has had enormous influence on major sectors for 27 years. "We are small, yet we produce 35 to 40 million parts monthly,"... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206304/polydecs-tiny-parts-build-big-industries?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206304/polydecs-tiny-parts-build-big-industries?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 10:56:45 +0000 Precision mechanics is exemplified by the iconic Swiss railway station clock, a 68-year-old design that Apple uses in its devices. It also defines Moser-Baer's legacy of time systems and clocks since 1938 - classic yet state-of-the-art masterpieces. "We strive for a holistic approach in this business," says Jurg Lutz, Moser-Baer CEO. "Our know-how is not only for the clocks and time systems - marketed under the brand MOBATIME - but also as an original equipment manufacturer. We find synergies in... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206300/moser-baer-keeps-time-system-innovation-within-reach?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206300/moser-baer-keeps-time-system-innovation-within-reach?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 10:54:40 +0000 DeWitt founder Jerome Napoleon de Witt has always been passionate about watches. As a direct descendant of Napoleon Bonaparte, his family inherited a watch collection that belonged to the emperor. When he fell ill one day, Jerome de Witt's mother presented the watches to him in an effort to console him. He started tinkering with the watches until the parts unravelled. It took a long time for de Witt to repair the watches but eventually, he was able to fix them. "That was how he started. He has... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206298/dewitts-imperial-roots-inspire-creation-opulent-watches?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206298/dewitts-imperial-roots-inspire-creation-opulent-watches?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 10:52:33 +0000 Hydroelectric power is one of the most significant sources of energy globally. Accounting for 20 per cent of the world's total electric supply, hydropower is the world's largest renewable power source, with some of the biggest hydropower plants located in China. Global engineering giant Andritz Hydro focuses on applying its knowledge in hydroelectricity production to fulfil the demand for flexible, cost-efficient and sustainable sources of energy. "We exist to keep the environment, people and... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206296/andritz-hydro-harnesses-asias-vast-hydropower-potential?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206296/andritz-hydro-harnesses-asias-vast-hydropower-potential?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 10:43:31 +0000 Food safety is a growing concern for Asian countries, particularly on the mainland. Issues on food safety highlight the need for stricter regulations and cleanliness standards. Backed by the Swiss reputation for quality and sanitation, FF Frischfleisch is keen on sharing best practices with meat processing plants in the region. The company is a leading player in Switzerland's meat processing industry. "Quality is a must in Switzerland," says Urs Kunz, owner of FF Frischfleisch. "It should be a... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206294/ff-frischfleischs-food-safety-measures-redefine-meat-business?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206294/ff-frischfleischs-food-safety-measures-redefine-meat-business?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 10:38:54 +0000 Boosting its commitment to the mainland's vehicle sector, DGS Druckguss Systeme is building a new die-casting plant with higher capacity in Nansha. One of the first on the mainland to manufacture structural parts for vehicles for Mercedes-Benz, the greenfield plant can help automakers produce lightweight vehicles with lower carbon dioxide emissions. Anchoring its expansion strategy on the new plant, DGS Druckguss Systeme aims to sustain, even increase, its 30 to 40 per cent annual growth rate on... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206291/dgs-druckguss-systeme-upgrades-die-casting-plant?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206291/dgs-druckguss-systeme-upgrades-die-casting-plant?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 10:34:21 +0000 For fixing technology expert Egli Fischer, strengthening its export base in Asia holds the key to exciting future applications of proprietary pipe and cable fastener CLIC. Aiming to provide solutions for the infrastructure and industrial development wave in the region, Egli Fischer seeks to work with partners that can position CLIC as a versatile and high-quality tool for a wide field of applications. Family-owned Egli Fischer introduced CLIC to the market in 1975 and has continually improved it... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206290/egli-fischer-seeks-partnerships-really-click?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206290/egli-fischer-seeks-partnerships-really-click?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 10:30:41 +0000 Peptides, built from amino acids, are being used to break new ground in the field of medicine. Bachem Holding is poised to push the boundaries as it takes peptides applications from scientific research to development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), supply of generic drug substances - and beyond. The partner of choice of some of the world's most successful biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, Bachem is the leader in the process, development and manufacture of biologically... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206285/bachem-partner-choice-peptides-innovation?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206285/bachem-partner-choice-peptides-innovation?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 10:23:06 +0000 Written communication may not be every company's core expertise. Leading companies that require expert help turn to CLS Communication, the global full-spectrum provider of language services. The Swiss-based company has a worldwide pool of internal and freelance on-call translators, specialist copywriters and language experts, who have redefined effective communication by reducing time zones to one - and language barriers to none. "We take pride in being the partner of choice for end-to-end... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206278/cls-communication-translates-content-winning-strategy?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206278/cls-communication-translates-content-winning-strategy?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 10:11:13 +0000 Many companies find assured success in size and diversity, but reusable packaging solution provider Utz proves that a focused, small-scoped direct-selling enterprise could also claim market dominance and business affluence. Designing reusable plastic containers and pallets that are tailored to the customers' specifications, Utz creates tailored materials that help optimise the handling of products. "We work closely with the customers and we are professionals in adapting, or exploring efficiency... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206271/utzgroupcom-packs-success-custom-containers?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206271/utzgroupcom-packs-success-custom-containers?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 10:06:27 +0000 Quality experts know that factors contributing to the success or failure of a product are typically unseen. Polymer powder is an example - mostly unseen, but many industries use it to improve a product or a process. "We transform polymers into fine powders. These powders are applied to products that no one sees but they make a difference," says Danielle Blomert, global business manager and managing director of DuPont Polymer Powders Switzerland. The company produces thermoplastic powder coatings... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206270/dupont-polymer-powders-products-make-difference?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206270/dupont-polymer-powders-products-make-difference?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 10:02:01 +0000 Asian carriers accounted for approximately 40 per cent of global air cargo traffic last year, while sustained consumer demand in the region and beyond is creating a growing need for innovative cargo management solutions. Recognising this demand, CHEP Aerospace Solutions has nurtured a business model that helps raise the industry's competitiveness by offering the world's largest pooling and repair of air cargo containers or unit load devices (ULDs) and galley carts. Backed by the financial... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206269/chep-offers-worlds-largest-network-ulds?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206269/chep-offers-worlds-largest-network-ulds?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 09:57:07 +0000 Perfection is in the details. As with diamonds, rubies, sapphires, emeralds, pearls and other precious gems, perfection also requires endurance - and can be priceless beyond any measure. Such is the craft that has been honed, faceted and polished by the Gubelin Group, whose passion for gemstones has remained lustrous for 159 years. Preserved with its expertise is the family-owned company's values and philosophy, which are reflected in its luxurious jewellery, watches and gemstones. "Gubelin... https://www.scmp.com/article/1206249/gubelin-pledges-legacy-credence-and-lifetime-craft?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1206249/gubelin-pledges-legacy-credence-and-lifetime-craft?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2013 09:27:31 +0000