Plastics account for about 50 to 60 percent of medical devices, according to BVMed. Their role in healthcare covers disposable products, implants, packaging and precision components for personalized medicine.
Finke Colors has expanded its range of laser-active masterbatches with an additive for marking transparent plastics. The solution creates hologram-like effects inside the polymer without damaging the surface.
Evosys Laser has founded Attosys Laser GmbH in Erlangen to expand its portfolio of laser-based manufacturing processes. The subsidiary focuses on glass processing, material joining and precision machining for demanding applications.
Enma is presenting a modular single-shaft crusher and a combined granulator solution at Fakuma 2026. The equipment is designed to improve efficiency, reduce space requirements and support flexible plastic recycling operations.
Plastics are becoming a key enabler of frugal vehicle design, combining lightweight construction, functional integration and circularity. Their role extends from exterior structures to intelligent interior surfaces and recycled material streams.
Key provisions of the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation will apply from 12 August 2026. The rules affect packaging producers and many plastics companies that must define their role in the supply chain and meet new compliance obligations.
AMI Market Intelligence reports that global BOPP film demand is expected to return to a more stable growth path, with a CAGR of more than 3% through 2030, despite regional differences and recent macroeconomic pressures.
The BioROOTGUARD research project aims to develop a biodegradable plastic film to protect young tree roots from cockchafer grubs and the invasive Japanese beetle. FKuR leads the consortium funded under Germany’s Sustainable Renewable Resources programme.
In the 10th edition of the vector awards 2026, igus recognised four cable carrier applications. The awards went to projects in shore power supply, microchip production, stage technology and water treatment.
EREMA Group reports a profit for financial year 2025/26 despite lower revenue and difficult market conditions. The company points to rising global plastics demand and the need for high-performance recycling technologies as long-term growth drivers.
BASF presents Green Energy Manufacturing as part of its Engineering Plastics Sustainability Toolbox. The approach uses renewable energy carriers in chemical production to reduce product carbon footprints without changes to established processes or specifications.
SKZ and ZBT have launched the SCoPE research project to develop a single-stage welding process for bipolar plates made from highly filled polymer compounds. The project targets a cost-effective manufacturing route for fuel cell components, particularly for SMEs.