SPQ printing technology clearly outperforms conventional flexographic printing
Companies that switch their package printing to Südpack’s sustainable SPQ printing technol-ogy can reduce CO2 emissions from printing by up to 18%.
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Biesterfeld installs Roboze’s Argo 1000 Hypermelt
Biesterfeld and Roboze celebrate a big milestone in their successful, long-standing partnership by installing the first ever Argo 1000 Hypermelt 3D printer at Biesterfeld's Lab and Innovation Center in Hamburg.
Aimplas develops a demonstrator for the Digital Passport for plastic products
Aimplas, the Plastics Technology Centre, has developed an innovative digital totem that simulates the digital passport for plastic products, which will be mandatory for marketing products in the European Union.
With Sacmi, San Benedetto remains Italy’s top "total beverage" player
San Benedetto aims to “maximize the advantages provided by machine and process data” and it achieves that goal by drawing on the latest SACMI technologies and digital tools, designed to enhance sustainability, efficiency and performance.
The Circular Valley Foundation has set itself the goal of advancing the circular economy
Dr. Carsten Gerhardt, Chairman of the Circular Valley Foundation, talks in an interview about the vision behind the foundation and the highlights of the Circular Valley Convention.
Syensqo presents its latest high-performing coating solutions at ECS 2025
The company's newest solutions help coating formulators meet more demanding requirements while enabling safer and more eco-conscious formulations.
Fimic Srl. announced as new agent for Nordson PPS’ BKG products in Italy
The collaboration combines Nordson BKG’s globally recognized portfolio of high-performance melt pumps, screen changers, and pelletizing systems with Fimic’s extensive knowledge of melt filtration processes and established network within the Italian plastics industry.
Berry incorporates 30% PCR content into its NorDiVent dry packaging solution
Berry Global’s NorDiVent Form-Fill-Seal (FFS) film is playing a key role in helping Danish dry mortar specialist Marlon meet its sustainable packaging goals.
Archroma joins BioCircular Materials Alliance
Global coalition aims to move the fashion industry towards a circular future by utilizing renewable nature-driven materials.
Oerlikon Barmag and Evonik - strategic partnership for chemically recycled PET
Oerlikon Barmag and Evonik have announced their cooperation to promote chemical recycling of Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) waste. Both companies are committed to develop technologies for robust and efficient depolymerisation and purification processes.
Sidel adds three high speed aseptic complete lines to CR Beverage
CR Beverage has invested in three of Sidel’s complete high speed aseptic complete lines to meet increased consumer demand for better quality, healthier and more eco-friendly packaging for teas, juices and carbonated drinks.
Europe-wide alliance for sustainable PMMA recycling established
Advancing the circular economy is one of the most important goals of Röhm’s and Polyvantis' sustainability strategy. To achieve this, the companies also rely on strong partnerships and collaborations.
Nexeo Plastics expands offering with new Teknor Apex materials
Nexeo Plastics expands offering with new Teknor Apex materials focusing on electrical & electronics, industrial and mobility end markets for EMEA.
Clariant begins construction of second high performance additives production line
Clariant is expanding its Cangzhou production site for the manufacture of the multifunctional additive Nylostab S-EED.
Witmann and Wago strengthen training cooperation
In Germany, the injection molding equipment supplier Wittmann and the electronics company Wago are intensifying their cooperation in technical vocational training, which started three years ago and has proved very successful so far.
Emirates Biotech selects Sulzer technology to build world’s largest PLA production facility
Emirates Biotech has selected Sulzer as the technology provider for its upcoming Polylactic Acid (PLA) production plant in the United Arab Emirates.
Engel Group and Electronica Plastic Machines in strategic partnership
The Engel Group, Europe’s leading supplier of injection moulding technology, has entered a strategic partnership with Electronica Plastic Machines (EPM), a renowned Indian manufacturer of hydraulic injection moulding machines.
Omya launches specialist global distribution business for performance polymers
Omya, a global producer of essential minerals and worldwide distributor of specialty materials, has launched a new business specializing in polymer distribution.
Major investments strengthen Polykemi Group's global laboratory
Polykemi has made significant investments in new testing tools and injection molding machines to ensure high-quality and standardized testing of its plastic materials worldwide.
Safic-Alcan enters the Indian market with Avees Biocos Private Limited
Safic-Alcan, a major distributor of specialty chemicals, announces that it has acquired a majority stake in Avees Biocos Private Limited, a leading personal care chemical distributor in India.
Amcor and Kolon Industries partner to pioneer more sustainable polyester materials for packaging
Amcor, a global leader in responsible packaging solutions, has signed a strategic collaboration agreement with Kolon Industries Inc., a leading South Korean chemical materials manufacturer.
TU Chemnitz and Engel Strengthen Research on Polymer-Based Bipolar Plates
The University Of Technology Chemnitz and the Austrian injection moulding machine manufacturer Engel are continuing their longstanding partnership in the development of process engineering solutions.
Biesterfeld obtains distribution rights for Delrin POM
International distributor Biesterfeld and industry leading premium industrial polymer business Delrin are further expanding their collaboration in the UK, Ireland, the Nordics, the Baltic States and Egypt.
Orac selects Styrolution PS ECO grades for its 3D Duropolymer wall panels
Belgian company Orac has selected Ineos Styrolution's sustainable bio-attributed materials for its new line of 3D Duropolymer wall panels, marking a significant step towards a more sustainable future.
Two new IntElect 75 ton machines complete the state-of-the-art plastic production
Marking many decades of successful cooperation between ARaymond GmbH & Co KG and Sumitomo Demag, the automotive assembly and fastening specialist recently commissioned two new all-electric IntElect 75 ton machines.
Flexible packaging pivot accelerates SunDance’s growth
SunDance USA made a game-changing move amid the downtrends that accompanied the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic by transitioning into flexible packaging.
Formnext to be headed by management duo as from November 2024
As from 1 November 2024, there will be two managers at the helm of the Formnext brand. Christoph Stüker has joined Sascha Wenzler to lead the world’s leading trade fair for Additive Manufacturing and the next generation of industrial production.
Neste, Alterra and Technip Energies collaborate to offer standardized solution
Neste, Alterra and Technip Energies have signed a collaboration agreement to advance the circularity of plastics by providing the industry a standardized technology solution for chemical recycling, also referred to as “advanced recycling”.
Sabic teams up with iyris and Napco to create high-tech greenhouse roofing solution
Greenhouse roofing solution uses Sabic linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE) from advanced recycling of post-consumer plastics from the company’s Trucircle portfolio.
Partnership between Aimplas and Arburg
Arburg and Aimplas have started an R&D collaboration that will enable the development of research in the field of materials for additive manufacturing with applications in areas such as medicine.
Wittmann supports establishment of a new injection molding facility
For the Bosch Siemens Hausgeräte washing machine production plant located in Łódź, Poland, the change to a new generation of appliances led to a new production strategy.
Neste and Braskem announce agreement
Neste and Braskem, the largest producer of thermoplastic resins in the Americas, have reached an agreement for the supply of renewable and recycled feedstocks for polymers and chemicals production.
Siemens introduces Solid Edge 2025 and Solid Edge X
Solid Edge 2025 updated with improved data management and collaboration capabilities and enhancements across integrated mechanical and electrical design, simulation and machine tool programming.
AQua Vera renews Sidel partnership
To handle increased production of its Vera water in PET bottles, AQua Vera has selected a new turnkey packaging line from Sidel.
Nordson Corp. appoints new EMEA Sales Director
Nordson Corp.'s Polymer Processing Systems division has announced the appointment of Julian Kätzlmeier as Sales Director EMEA for its BKG product line.
Food vacuum system containers use SABIC’s circular PP
Certified circular SABIC PP polypropylene from advanced recycled ocean bound plastic (OBP) helps reduce marine litter and accelerate circularity.