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Promoting innovation, circularity and growth across the PET value chain
Petcore Europe’s annual conference 2025 will take place in Brussels on 4-5 February. President Antonello Ciotti sat down with us to explain what they have planned.
Impressive trade fair appearance: Arburg's solution expertise is an all-round hit
Fakuma 2024 once again attracted many trade visitors to Friedrichshafen despite a difficult economic environment across the industry.
Syensqo introduces revolutionary extrudable PPS technology
Syensqo has launched Ryton PPS XE-5000NA, the first grade of an innovative extrudable polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) technology set to revolutionize the performance and sustainability of piping materials.
Gamechanger cooling: more productivity and quality in the plastics industry
P1 cooling mixers from Promix Solutions can significantly improve existing extrusion and pelletizing processes but also polymer production processes.
Vecoplan: Achieving more efficient shredding thanks to a digitalisation concept
Vecoplan’s Smart Center (VSC) introduces a digitalisation concept that enables users to maximise the efficiency of their machines and systems.
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.
High-performance PPA by BASF for next-generation IGBT semi-conductors
For next-generation power electronics, BASF has developed a polyphthalamide (PPA) that is especially suited for manufacturing housings of IGBT (insulated-gate bipolar transistor) semi-conductors.
The hidden champion steps into the spotlight
The revolutionary extrusion technology, globally deployed by the Austrian innovation leader MAS, is reaching new heights. The MAS 110, a compact extrusion marvel, is on the verge of its launch.
Mondi to showcase sustainable product portfolio at Scanpack 2024
The company's material-neutral approach provides tailor-made solutions across various industries and applications.
Arburg trainees win VDMA "Carbon Busters 2024" award
Six trainees drew up a concept for more sustainable production processes and submitted it to the "Carbon Busters 2024" competition organised by the German Machinery and Equipment Manufacturers Association (VDMA).
Wittmann at the Plast Eurasia 2024 in Istanbul
From December 4 to 7, 2024, the Wittmann Group will present to visitors of the Plast Eurasia in Istanbul latest injection molding technology, high-tech automation equipment and state-of-the-art auxiliary appliances at its booth No. 823 in hall 8.
Arburg has a smart solution for every challenge
From small contract injection moulding companies to large global players, plastics processors are all facing similar challenges in the current difficult economic environment.
Hasco 100 - Impressive customer event in Austria
Around the globe, Hasco is this year celebrating its 100th anniversary together with customers, employees and associates. The Austrian subsidiary based in Guntramsdorf selected a special location for its customer event to mark this exceptional occasion.
ArburgAdditive: industrial 3D printing
At Fakuma 2024, Arburg (Hall A3, Stand 3101) is showcasing two exhibits used for industrial additive manufacturing. The focus will be on applications that are of particular interest to injection moulding customers.
BASF expands its sustainable polyamide portfolio
With Ultramid LowPCF (reduced CO2 footprint/“Product Carbon Footprint”, PCF) and Ultramid ZeroPCF (CO2 footprint of net zero greenhouse gas emissions), BASF launches two new product variants within its polyamide value chain in Europe.
RadiciGroup at Fakuma 2024: speeding up sustainability solutions
Alongside Renycle engineering polyamides made from recycled nylon, the Group launches its sustainable Bionside line based on renewable source materials.
Sidel to spotlight industry-leading Aseptic Combi Predis
On-stand, Hall 3, Booth A3-4, Sidel will be showcasing world-class aseptic packaging solutions and complete line innovations at Gulfood Manufacturing at the Dubai World Trade Centre from 5 - 7 November 2024.
Feddersen Group expands expertise in the circular economy
In August 2024, K.D. Feddersen Holding GmbH granted a convertible loan to the Danish company Trebo ApS, which is to be transformed into shares in the company as part of the next financing phase.
Upscaling of green hydrogen production with specialty plastic Ultrason
BASF’s polyarylethersulfone combines exceptional stability with optimal processing where other materials fail to meet the requirements.
Hasco 100 - a further milestone in the company’s history
The fast availability of standard mould units for Hasco's global customers has always had maximum priority. In 2014, HASCO set a further milestone in its 100-year history with a new and modern online shop.
Allrounder 370 A: Paper injection moulding
At Fakuma 2024, Arburg (Hall A3, Stand 3101) will be demonstrating how so-called "paper pearls" can be reliably processed on standard Allrounders instead of conventional plastic granules.
One year from now K in Düsseldorf will open its doors
The countdown has begun: precisely one year from now K in Düsseldorf will open its doors for the global plastics and rubber industry from 8 to 15 October 2025.
Moretto at Fakuma 2024
Fakuma, the exhibition for plastics processing industry, will take place in Friedrichshafen (Germany) from 15 to 19 October.
FCS wins the first edition of TaipeiPLAS Award!
FCS attended TaipeiPlas 2024, showcasing its more than 50 years of plastic molding technology under the well-known "FCS" brand.
Fakuma 2024 is on the home stretch!
The 29th Fakuma international trade fair for plastics processing has entered the home stretch and will open its doors in about two weeks.
Exclusive Südpack event: spouted pouches
On September 18 and 19, Südpack, SN Maschinenbau, and Menshen welcomed customers and media representatives to Südpack’s Erolzheim site for an engaging live event.
Driving digital productivity forward at Fakuma 2024
Sumitomo (SHI) Demag will demonstrate on eight exhibits how, advanced digital tools like myAssist and activeMeltControl can help to increase production efficiency, improve component quality and reduce machine downtime.
Domo Chemicals at Fakuma 2024
Domo Chemicals, a global leader in sustainable engineered materials, has once again earned the prestigious EcoVadis Gold medal, now ranking in the top 2% of companies evaluated by EcoVadis worldwide.
FachPack 2024: Clear guide for a packaging sector intransition
“That was the kind of FachPack we know and love!” - That was the general consensus among exhibitors and visitors at FachPack 2024, which has just closed following a highly successful three-day event.
Formnext Expo & Convention 2024
While Germany’s own economic situation remains middling and plenty of global challenges persist, Formnext is poised to write the next chapter in its ongoing success story in 2024.
Vecoplan is consistently expanding its services
Vecoplan continues to expand its service to provide even better support for customers.
Kistler at Fakuma 2024
At Fakuma 2024 Kistler will demonstrate at booth 3007 in hall A3 how the right measurement technology supports users at every step towards even more efficient and digital plastics processing.
Coveris wins Green Packaging Star Award for closing the plastic loop
With its newest business division, ReCover, and an industry-leading recycling process, packaging manufacturer Coveris converts printed film into high-quality recyclate, closing the plastic loop.
Super-speed IntElect S blends energy savings with packaging productivity at Fakuma
This October, Sumitomo (SHI) Demag's packaging team will showcase how the move to an all-electric drive in the company's machine portfolio is supporting bulk packaging manufacturers in rapid production cycles.
German Packaging Award for innovative joint project
Nestlé Germany, Duo Plast and Der Grüne Punkt have jointly received a German Packaging Award in the category of logistics and material flow.