VDMA “The Power of Plastics Forum” at K 2025
The machinery and equipment manufacturers’ association will again present itself with a special area and extensive programme on the outdoor premises of K 2025.
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Borealis creates first comprehensive reusable cup system
The Messe Düsseldorf (Düsseldorf Exhibition Center) will use reusable cups at all restaurants and bars throughout K 2025, made from Borealis modified polypropylene for foam, which is produced using chemically recycled feedstock based on OMV’s ReOil technology.
SKZ presents pioneering testing systems
The SKZ Plastics Center presents modern solutions for high-precision detection of even the smallest defects in plastic products. Companies benefit from comprehensive support - from selection and adaptation to development and seamless integration of automated testing systems.
Borealis invests to increase capacity for recyclable polymer foam solutions
Borealis invests over EUR 100 million in new High Melt Strength polypropylene (HMS PP) line at its Burghausen, Germany, facility. The start-up is planned for the second half of 2026
Aimplas launches an innovative accelerated biodegradation test
Aimplas has developed a pioneering methodology that enables the biodegradability of plastic materials to be assessed three times faster than conventional testing methods.
Controller-related approaches for reliable recyclate processing
Digital pilot functions stabilise the injection moulding process.
X-Rite Launches CiF3200 Imaging Benchtop Spectrophotometer
X-Rite Incorporated, a global leader in color science and technology, today announced the launch of the CiF3200 imaging spectrophotometer, designed for color measurement of small, odd-shaped, multi-colored, and highly reflective items.
Colines has published its first ESG Sustainability Report
Colines has taken a significant new step on its path toward sustainability by publishing the company’s first-ever ESG Sustainability Report. This detailed document demonstrates and highlights our concrete commitment to increasingly responsible, innovative, and transparent development.
Evosys Laser celebrates 10th anniversary
Evosys Laser GmbH proudly celebrates its 10th anniversary as a leading company in laser plastic welding joining technology. Under the creative artificial word “Evosys”, a combination of “Evolution” and “Systems”, the search for the perfect identity that has characterized the company since its foundation began in 2015.
K, interpack and drupa on Expansion Path in the Middle East
The industry's leading trade fairs, K, interpack and drupa, are further expanding their international reach by jointly entering the Saudi Arabian market. This step is made possible by the expanded partnership between Messe Düsseldorf and the Riyadh Exhibition Company.
PulPac’s Dry Molded Fiber portfolio approaching +400 granted patents
Since the start of 2025, PulPac’s patent portfolio has expanded significantly and now includes 67 patent families with nearly +400 granted patents across 58 countries, covering various aspects of the Dry Molded Fiber technology.
Formnext Awards 2025 will again be presented in six categories
At the last Formnext, the new awards competition and the winners of the six categories attracted considerable international attention. In 2025, Formnext will write the next chapter in this success story by once again presenting the Formnext Awards in six different categories.