At K 2025, Erema will debut Agglorema, a recycling system for converting heavily contaminated, low bulk density post-consumer waste into pourable, high-density agglomerates for chemical recycling. The line couples a PCU with Counter Current technology and a short extruder to handle fluctuating moisture without upstream drying.
At K 2025, Wittmann will unveil the Primus 118, a linear robot for injection molding machines up to 250 tons, increasing the series’ payload from 5 kg to selectable 6 or 8 kg. The model adds reinforced axes, more powerful drives and extended pneumatic options, and runs on the R9 control with OPC UA.
Chinaplas 2026 will take place at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai on 21–24 April 2026. The show expects over 4,600 exhibitors across 390,000 m2, focusing on transformation, collaboration and sustainability.
Corey Reardon outlines how the label sector is advancing material innovation as sustainability and circularity criteria tighten and supply chains adapt. Labelexpo 2025 in Barcelona is expected to highlight eco‑focused substrates and smart, data‑enabled features.
K 2025 will offer Fair Match, a smart matchmaking tool that links exhibitors and visitors before, during and after the show. The service runs in the K app and provides contact suggestions, chat and meeting scheduling.
Henkel Adhesive Technologies has introduced the phthalate-free Darex COV sealant range for metal pails and drums, replacing existing formulations to meet tightening regulations. The flagship Darex COV 73 enables lower curing temperatures and avoids CMR-classified ingredients.
At K 2025, Engel will present a Wintec t-win 6500 two-platen injection moulding cell with MuCell physical foaming to produce a mineral-filled PP B‑pillar trim in a 50‑second cycle with material savings. The integrated solution includes digital assistance systems and a viper 20 linear robot.
At drinktec 2025 in Munich, Sidel will unveil laser blow molding technology and new solutions for PET, cans and glass packaging. The company will also present the NeXt Line concept and progress in aseptic filling and services.
Wacker will present Elastosil eco LR 5003, a temper-free liquid silicone rubber designed for food-contact applications, at K 2025 in Düsseldorf. The grade meets BfR and FDA limits without postcuring and will be demonstrated in mouthpiece production for air up bottles.
BW Packaging announced the equipment it will showcase at Pack Expo Las Vegas, booth W-3100, including solutions from Angelus, Hayssen, Pneumatic Scale | Angelus and Thiele.
K 2025 in Düsseldorf will feature themed guided tours in German and English, covering materials and design, digital solutions and recycling, and a Young Talents route. Participation is free, with details and registration available via Guided tours at the K 2025 trade fair.
RePlast Eurasia, Türkiye’s specialist plastics recycling fair organized by Tüyap with PAGÇEV on 8–10 May 2025, gathered 151 exhibitors from 13 countries and 8,340 visitors from 56 countries, and hosted the PAGÇEV Plastic Recycling Awards and Conference.