Expertise for the resource-saving and flexible filling of sensitive products
First linear InnoPET BloFill ABF aseptic block from KHS satisfies current dairy requirements
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Digitalisation increases production efficiency
As an industry pioneer, Arburg works intensively and practically with the question of how to use digitalisation to increase production efficiency when processing plastics.
Wittmann Battenfeld presents its highlights digitally
Since Fakuma 2020 has been postponed to next year, Wittmann Battenfeld has decided to present the exhibits originally planned for the Fakuma and several other interesting applications in the form of product videos, and post them on a “Virtual Fakuma” portal.
Südpack bolsters its production capacities in the print sector
Südpack is expanding the production plant at its site in Klobuck near Czestochowa, Poland. In an official ceremony marking the occasion on July 15, 2020, ground was broken for an extensive investment at the site.
Tailor-made GEA process line for Spanish producer of serrano ham and sausages
Ramón Ventulà S.A, a family business in the north-east of Spain, famed internationally for the quality of its extensive range of meat products, has installed a new holistic slicing and packaging line from GEA.
Fakuma called off for 2020
n cooperation with the exhibitor advisory board for Fakuma 2020, trade fair promoters P. E. Schall GmbH & Co. KG have decided to postpone the 27th Fakuma international trade fair for plastics processing to 2021.
High Climbers: Rwenzori Bottling Company invests in new PET line from KHS
With the help of high-quality, efficient KHS technology the sales of packaged water in Uganda are climbing to ever new heights. Awareness of the responsible use of resources is growing - an example that could set a precedent.
Compact, flexible, cost-effective
Engel presents next generation all-electric e-mac injection moulding machines.
Piovan Group non-active participation in Fakuma 2020
Piovan Group regrets to inform that it will not take part actively in the Fakuma2020 exhibition in Friedrichshafen, Germany, preferring other means of communication more in line with current best practices for safety.
New control technology brings greater process efficiency
Coperion K-Tron is pleased to introduce the newest generation of the time-tested KCM feeder controller.
Sumitomo (SHI) Demag modernises production logistics and training centre
Since 2016, Sumitomo (SHI) Demag Plastics Machinery has invested almost EUR 20 million in modernising facilities and equipment at its two German sites in Schwaig and Wiehe.
Macro Engineering announces new agents in Central America and Russia
Macro Engineering and Technology Inc., a leading supplier of film and sheet extrusion systems, is pleased to announce the expansion of its sales channel by adding SIMA Latinoamericana S.A. and Michael Fishman as their newest agents.
Buss enters into distribution partnerships in the UAE and on the Indian subcontinent
Reifenhäuser India Marketing PVT Ltd. represents Buss on the Indian subcontinent. Both companies will support Buss in developing the compounding market in their respective regions.
Generative manufacturing - layer by layer to a finished component
In the industrial sector, 3D printing ranks among the major issues for the future, alongside robotics, digitalisation and machine learning.
Engel speaks out against participation in Fakuma 2020
Engel will not actively participate in the Fakuma in the usual manner this year. The board of management made this decision considering the unforeseeable further development of the Corona pandemic.
Management change at Sumitomo (SHI) Demag Italia
With effect from 1 June 2020 Paolo Zirondoli has taken the position of Managing Director at Sumitomo (SHI) Demag Plastics Machinery (Italia) S.r.l. He succeeds Roberto Sallemi, who headed the company since its foundation in 2018.
Umac impresses customers with reconditioned recycling plants and components
It does not always have to be new. Previously owned plastics recycling technology made by Erema can also be used to produce stable, top-quality recycled pellets for high-quality new end products.
Sumitomo (SHI) Demag: No active participation at Fakuma 2020
Sumitomo (SHI) Demag’s Management Board and Works Council mutually agreed to refrain from actively participating in Fakuma –in case the exhibition will be executed this year at all.
KHS presents its new modular labeling machine
More and more customers are asking for modular systems and solutions. The KHS Group is thus systematically restructuring its engineering portfolio – also as regards labeling technology.
No familiar and usual active participation of KraussMaffei in Fakuma
Due to the ongoing situation surrounding the new Corona virus (SARS-CoV-2) and its adverse effects on daily life and business, KraussMaffei does opt against the familiar and usual active participation in Fakuma 2020 trade fair – should the event take place.
Moretto awarded for management performance and financial reliability
Considerable recognition for Moretto S.p.A. which received the "Industria Felix Award - Veneto that competes", standing out among the best companies in the North East of Italy according to an objective budget algorithm and financial reliability according to the Cerved Group Score.
Reifenhäuser is driving development of the global standard for sustainable circular economy
Reifenhäuser participates cross-company cooperative project R-Cycle. The objective is to ensure the recyclability of plastic packaging through seamless documentation of all recycling-relevant packaging properties.
Paper not film: KHS launches ecofriendly can packaging system
The KHS Group has added a further environmentally-friendly system to its portfolio. With its tried-and-tested Innopack Kisters tray packers the systems supplier now enables cans of food and beverage to be wrapped in paper.
Super Combi Compact: more performance, less space
Two years after the introduction of the Super Combi to the industry for compact lines’ solutions, today, Sidel presents a bolder, next-generation solution Super Combi Compact that, as indicated in its name, is even more compact.
Fakuma 2020 preparing for take-off!
The 27th Fakuma international trade fair for plastics processing is gearing up for its next edition from the 13th through the 17th of October, 2020.
The 62nd MSV International Engineering Fair will not take place until 2021
Due to the COVID situation, the traditional Brno International Engineering Fair, scheduled for October 5 – 9, held regularly since 1959 at the Brno Exhibition Center, in the Czech Republic has been canceled.
Reifenhäuser converts another pilot line for production
The Covid-19 crisis puts global production capacity for hygiene products to a severe test. In March Reifenhäuser has temporarily produced metlblown to produce roughly one million face masks a day at its Technology Center.
Complete concept for wastewater recycling: up to 80 per cent less water consumption
Between one and three litres per litre of beer or soft drinks, two litres per kilo of PET – during a production operation, very substantial quantities of wastewater are created.
Chinaplas moves to Shenzhen for April 2021 debut
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Integrated flake sorting solutions paving the way to increased quality
We all know the issues when it comes to plastic waste. Now more than ever, emphasis is being placed on handling this resource in a responsible, sustainable manner to make sure it can be reused.
Experience Sikora “On tour”
Live presentation of the optical inspection and analysis system Purity Concept V
Evaluating Capex and Opex for your next PET packaging line for edible oil?
Today, edible oil is a very competitive market category, essentially driven by product and brand differentiation as well as competitiveness through packaging cost savings, production efficiency and permanent asset optimisation.
Mighty midget
Kistler announces the market launch of a new sensor to measure very small forces. The centerpiece: a newly developed, highly sensitive crystal that guarantees extremely precise measuring results.
Erema Group looks back on a successful financial year
The financial year 2019/20, which ended on 31 March, marks a special milestone in Erema's corporate history.
Rosmould and Rosplast are rescheduled to 2021
15th International Exhibition for Mould and Tool Making, Product Development and Contract Manufacturing Rosmould and 11th International Exhibition of Machinery and Materials for Plastics Industry Rosplast are rescheduled to 15 - 17 June, 2021
Kiefel strengthens its management
Kiefel GmbH, member of the Brückner Group and market-leading engineering company for plastics processing, is reinforcing its management.