The quality of waste determines far more than its purchase cost. Proper qualification, knowledge of the material’s origin and its properties are the first step towards obtaining stable, valuable regranulate.
Matriq will present an integrated solution for permanent marking of plastic components directly in the injection molding process. The live demonstration combines a KEBO mold, an ARBURG injection molding machine and partner technologies.
Wittmann Group will present a production cell for stackable planters made from recycled polypropylene at Fakuma 2026. The live application combines Cellmould foam injection molding, inline thermography and compact automation.
Barlog Plastics will show developments in sustainable compounds, metal substitution and rapid tooling at Fakuma 2026. The company will also introduce the Kebapeak 9000 range based on PEKK for demanding operating conditions.
Konica Minolta is launching SpectraMagic CMS, software for computer-aided colour matching. The system is intended, among others, for plastics processing and the paints and coatings industry.
Syensqo is investing in a new compounding line for high-performance aromatic polymers at its Panoli site in India. The line, planned for operation in Q1 2028, will double current compounding capacity at the site.
Elmet will show its SMARTshot i intelligent cold runner system for LSR injection molding at Fakuma 2026. The system analyzes the injection process, balances cavities automatically and optimizes nozzle pin positions.
Arburg will show electric Allrounder Trend injection moulding machines at Fakuma 2026. The exhibits will demonstrate automated production of automotive connector components and LSR closures with Multilift Select robotic systems.
Clariant’s AddWorks PPA 101 FG is a PFAS-free polymer processing aid for polyolefin extrusion. The product is designed to control melt fracture and die build-up in PE blown and cast film without fluoropolymers, silicone or inorganic substances.
Sidel will present complete line solutions, PET blow moulding technologies, aseptic systems and digital tools supporting production efficiency and flexibility at Allpack Indonesia 2026.
Barmag and BB Engineering will present technologies for synthetic yarn production at the Egy Stitch & Tex Expo in Cairo. The scope covers polycondensation, extrusion, POY, FDY and IDY yarns, texturing, carpet yarns, nonwovens and PET recycling.
igus has developed the i.Sense TR.P sensor for monitoring tensile forces in triflex robotic cable carrier systems. The solution is intended to support detection of critical loads and reduce the risk of unplanned downtime.