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Rajoo Bausano has introduced a technology for producing three-layer PP Silent pipes intended for modern infrastructure and drainage systems in high-rise buildings. The solution is designed to combine noise reduction with high mechanical strength and dimensional stability.
Plast 2026 will be part of The Innovation Alliance project, bringing together Italy's leading trade fairs for processing machinery. According to the organisers, the sector covered by the initiative reached a combined value of EUR 26 billion in 2025.
In June 2026, the first edition of Aluminium Tech Expo, a trade fair dedicated to aluminium processing technologies for industry and construction, will take place at Ptak Warsaw Expo. The event will be accompanied by an industry conference focused on innovations in the aluminium sector.
At Equiplast 2026 in Barcelona, Dr. Boy together with its Spanish representative Centrotécnica will present two injection moulding machines and applications demonstrating precise and energy-efficient plastics processing.
ENGEL Polska announced a change in the managing director position. After 16 years, Piotr Nachiło stepped down and was succeeded by Benjamin Lettner.
At Chinaplas 2026, Boy presented two electric injection moulding machines for precise processing of small parts. Discussions with visitors confirmed the growing importance of quality, energy efficiency and compact machine design in the Chinese market.
Plast 2026, to be held from 9 to 12 June at Fiera Milano, will bring together more than 1,000 exhibitors, with foreign companies accounting for 44%. The organisers also announce a stronger presence of international buyers and the further development of three satellite events.
Sikora’s X-Ray 8000 Advanced X-ray system is used to measure cable dimensions directly after the extruder in CV lines. The solution is intended to support fast process adjustment, lower material consumption and final quality assessment of power cables.
The ENGEL Group closed FY 2025/26 with EUR 1.4 billion in revenue, down 6% year on year. The company points to rising investment activity in the US while continuing its transformation programme and rolling out its dual-brand strategy.
Krones has introduced the Robobox SynFlow system, which uses delta robots to distribute containers upstream of the packer. The solution is designed to stabilise lane feeding, reduce manual interventions and lower the line footprint.
Interpack 2026 announces the continuation and expansion of the interpack TV Live format, produced in the trade fair TV studio and online. The programme is set to include talks, analyses and panels on market developments, regulation and technological solutions for the processing and packaging industry.
At Chinaplas 2026, Haitian International will present the new MA5/Ultra injection molding machine based on the MA5 platform. The company points to higher precision, faster system response, lower energy consumption and expanded digital functions.
At Chinaplas 2026, Haitian will present X-Injection, an AI solution for injection molding process setup, optimization, and monitoring. The system is intended to support fast mold start-up, defect diagnosis, and early warning of process deviations.
Wittmann Group is changing its management structure, consolidating the injection molding machines division and the automation and auxiliary equipment division under the joint leadership of the owners effective May 1, 2026. Rainer Weingraber will leave the group at the end of April.
Dr. Boy announces a presentation of selected injection moulding machines at Kuteno 2026 in Bad Salzuflen. The stand is set to feature the XS E and 35 Electric models, with an additional machine shown at partner OPM’s booth.
Bekum is introducing the fully electric SmartLine series for extrusion blow moulding. The manufacturer states, among other things, a 30% reduction in machine investment and up to 20% lower energy consumption thanks to optimized drives and HiPEx extruders.
Vecoplan AG is launching a new version of the VEZ 3300 single-shaft shredder, which will be available in both stationary and mobile variants. The machine has been designed for flexible processing of alternative fuels, waste, used wood and biomass.
At Chinaplas 2026 in Shanghai, 48 Italian companies will present in the national pavilion organized by Amaplast. The event coincides with a moderate recovery in Chinese imports of plastics and rubber processing machinery.
The organizers of TaipeiPlas 2026 have launched online visitor pre-registration. The trade fair, focused on smart manufacturing, innovative materials, and sustainability and the circular economy, will take place in Taipei in September 2026.
At IFAT Munich 2026, UNTHA will present two new shredders and an upgraded XR mobil-e platform, focusing on efficient waste processing and improved recycling performance.
ENGEL has converted its long-standing sales partner Roegele into the subsidiary ENGEL Spain, strengthening local support for the Spanish market and access to technology, service and injection moulding solutions.
At Interpack 2026, three halls will concentrate the range of machines, materials and processing and packaging technologies for the pharmaceutical industry, with a strong focus on automation, digitalisation and sustainable packaging.
At FIP 2026 in Lyon, Arburg will present its new standard Allrounder Trend injection moulding machine series with the Gestica lite control system and digital solutions including the ALS MES and the arburgXworld portal.
At interpack 2026 in Düsseldorf, Minebea Intec will present integrated, individually engineered weighing and inspection solutions, from dynamic systems to bench and floor scales and SPC software.
At Plast 2026 in Milan, Arburg will present four injection moulding cells, including the new electric Allrounder Trend series for standard applications and solutions for two-component, LSR and insert moulding, complemented by an overview of digital services.
At Chinaplas 2026, the ENGEL Group will present six complete production cells, including two all-electric applications for the packaging and medical sectors, focused on high cavity counts, short cycles and stable serial quality.
Krones Recycling announces two new plastics washing machines, HydroCut and a next-generation friction washer, designed to improve process stability and reduce fines formation. The premiere will take place at IFAT 2026 and PRS Europe 2026.
The global plastic enclosures market reached USD 7.1 billion in 2024 and, according to Growth Market Reports, is expected to grow at 5.2% annually between 2025 and 2033 to USD 11.3 billion, mainly driven by applications in electronics, industrial automation and telecommunications.
The Arburg Newcomer Awards 2026 were presented at the company’s Vocational Training Center in Lossburg. The company recognised five students from partner schools in the Black Forest region for outstanding achievements and activities in MINT subjects.
Evosys Laser and Schaeffler Special Machinery are forming a joint sales team for the eastern United States, providing integrated, automated production solutions for the medical device industry based on laser plastic welding.
Tomra Recycling announces the presentation of its updated AI-based sorting technology portfolio at IFAT 2026 in Munich, highlighting the 30th anniversary of the Autosort system and the launch of new deep learning solutions and analytical tools.
At the 30th Plastpol trade fair in 2026 in Kielce, Arburg will present its standard electric Allrounder Trend injection moulding machines in Poland for the first time, along with automated cells for producing spatulas and PET drinking cups.
In 2025, Italian production of machinery, equipment and moulds for plastics and rubber processing fell by around 5% to 4.4 billion euros. The results reflect weaker exports, strong domestic demand and a tense geopolitical and regulatory environment.
During the 30th, anniversary edition of Fakuma in 2026, the Fakuma Innovation Award will be presented for the first time, recognising innovations across the entire plastics processing value chain.
Duracon POM resin from Polyplastics has been used in a new crawler transport system developed by Japanese company CuboRex, improving work efficiency in manufacturing plants and construction sites.
On 3–4 June 2026, the NEC Birmingham will host a co-located event combining eight leading UK manufacturing and engineering shows, covering plastics, additive manufacturing, automation and smart factory solutions, among other sectors.