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Hosokawa Alpine has expanded its blown film machinery portfolio with the modular AWX winder series. The units accommodate film widths from 1,000 to 3,200 mm and offer standard production speeds of up to 150 m/min.
At Expo Abinam & Sindinam 2026, Sidel will discuss production efficiency, PET lightweighting, packaging optimisation and capacity development with mineral water producers from across Brazil.
Competek has introduced Flex Mould, a universal mould that can be transferred between compatible blow moulding platforms. The system is intended to reduce machine-specific tooling, shorten format changeovers and support production continuity.
At BrauBeviale 2026, Sidel will present packaging line solutions for cans, glass and PET. The display will cover aseptic filling, laser preform heating, pasteurisation and the washing of reusable containers.
At Gulfood Manufacturing 2026, Sidel will present technologies for blow moulding, aseptic production, packaging and end-of-line automation. The solutions on display will include EvoBLOW Laser, Actis and Aseptic Predis X4.
CurTec USA will expand its manufacturing and warehouse operations in Westminster, South Carolina. The $10 million project will add production capacity, more than 2,000 pallet positions and 10 jobs.
Alpla will open a 13,000 m² plant in North Las Vegas in spring 2027. The facility will produce plastic bottles by extrusion blow moulding and expand the company's capacity in the western United States.
At Pack Expo International 2026, Blow Moulding Technologies and Dassault Systèmes will present an integrated workflow combining simulation, process measurement and physical validation for stretch blow moulded bottle development.
Competek's Packaging Optimization approach covers PET bottle lightweighting from preform and bottle design to testing, industrialisation and production support. The process is intended to reduce material use while maintaining packaging and line performance.
At drinktec India 2026, Sidel will present solutions for PET blow moulding, digital production management and secondary packaging. The technologies on display will include EvoBLOW Laser, the Evo-ON suite and EvoFilm Stretch.
Synergy will present PET packaging production, blowing and filling technologies at drinktec India 2026. The solutions discussed will include the LBP low-pressure blowing system, the integrated Synergy Combi line and the SR 8 machine.
At Pack Expo International 2026, Sidel will present the compact RoboAccess_Pal S palletising system and solutions for blow moulding, aseptic production, pasteurisation and digital optimisation of packaging lines.
Arpanon has introduced a 600 ml PET bottle weighing nine grams for its Sendai brand. Developed by Sidel, the packaging reduced bottle weight by approximately 30% and electricity consumption per unit of production by 50%.
Schütz has received the first Premium classification under plastship's Monitored Materials system. Its regranulate for Green Layer industrial packaging scored 9.3 out of 10.
Sidel will present complete line solutions, PET blow moulding technologies, aseptic systems and digital tools supporting production efficiency and flexibility at Allpack Indonesia 2026.
Blow Moulding Technologies says PET preforms that meet routine quality specifications can still behave differently during stretch blow moulding. The company points to thermal and blowing behaviour as critical factors in identifying variation before production.
Competek offers an integrated line conversion service for FMCG manufacturers. The solution is intended to simplify packaging format changes, reduce downtime and support the optimisation of existing equipment.
Euroviti has developed a new screw geometry for processing cosmetic packaging on ISBM machines. The solution was intended to improve the dispersion of colour and effect additives and increase process stability.
Avient has launched Cesa Solvent Barrier Technology, a fluorine-free additive for monolayer HDPE bottles produced by extrusion blow molding. The solution is intended to reduce solvent permeation without requiring retooling of existing lines.
BMT has presented a methodology combining stretch blow moulding simulation and physical testing to predict deformation of lightweight PET bottles under altitude-related pressure changes. The study also shows the effect of fill volume on packaging resistance to paneling.
At ProPak Asia 2026, Sidel will present technologies for production lines, digital solutions and systems for multi-format packaging. The showcase will include EvoBLOW Laser, Aseptic Predis X4 and the Synergy low-pressure blowing kit.
BMT shows how the Thermoscan preform temperature sensor helps detect differences in the thermal behaviour of PET preforms that can lead to instability in the stretch blow moulding process.
At ProPak Asia 2026, Sidel will present production line technologies, digital solutions and packaging production systems. The showcase will include EvoBLOW Laser, Aseptic Predis X4 and the Synergy low-pressure PET blowing kit.
Sidel is announcing the premiere of a 1-litre PET bottle for edible oils produced using stretch blow moulding with laser heating. The Power Ring design is intended to cut weight by 20% while maintaining comparable in-use performance and load resistance.
Bekum Group announces the presentation of extrusion blow molding solutions at interpack, Chinaplas and Saudi Plastics & Petrochem. The company emphasizes applications for regulated markets, PET handle bottles and industrial packaging with elevated requirements.
Bekum is introducing the fully electric SmartLine series for extrusion blow moulding. The manufacturer states, among other things, a 30% reduction in machine investment and up to 20% lower energy consumption thanks to optimized drives and HiPEx extruders.
At Djazagro 2026 in Algiers, Sidel will present solutions for beverage producers in the Maghreb. The company will showcase PET blowing, aseptic filling, barrier coating and digital solutions.
Ducona Holland BV has installed a Sidel SBO 8 EvoBlow blow-moulding machine with preferential heating technology for the production of flat PET containers for sauces, increasing efficiency and reducing material consumption.
At Refresco's Bruchsal plant, Sidel's EvoBlow Laser technology has enabled a significant reduction in PET bottle weight while maintaining strength and process stability, especially for high rPET contents.
Britannia Industries has implemented its first-ever aseptic filling line in PET bottles for Winkin’ Cow dairy drinks at its Ranjangaon plant, based on Sidel’s integrated Aseptic Combi Predis system.
The Italian company Farmavita has implemented Sidel's EvoBlow stretch blow moulder for the production of 1 L white PET bottles, improving their quality, resistance to hydrogen peroxide and the energy efficiency of the process.
The Turkish plastics processing industry has surpassed 10 million tons of annual production, strengthening its position as a key destination for Italian suppliers of machinery, equipment and molds, who will showcase their offer at Plast Eurasia in Istanbul.
At K 2025 in Düsseldorf, 118 Taiwanese exhibitors, the fair’s sixth-largest group, presented sustainable technologies and intelligent manufacturing, focusing on recycling, energy efficiency and interconnected machinery.
Moretto has launched Hyper Cut, a plastics grinder available in two models with capacities up to 1,200 kg/h. The system features configurable rotors, 280 rpm operation and options for dust-free material handling.
Sidel will present the EvoBLOW Laser blow-molding system based on laser heating at Gulfood Manufacturing 2025 in Dubai. The solution is designed to enable production of lighter, stronger PET bottles and reduce preform scrap.
Sidel introduces the Nitro Square bottle for still water dosed with liquid nitrogen. The square-section design combines rigid elements with flexible panels and enables the use of rPET.