Upscaling of green hydrogen production with specialty plastic Ultrason
BASF’s polyarylethersulfone combines exceptional stability with optimal processing where other materials fail to meet the requirements.
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Hasco 100 - a further milestone in the company’s history
The fast availability of standard mould units for Hasco's global customers has always had maximum priority. In 2014, HASCO set a further milestone in its 100-year history with a new and modern online shop.
Lanxess to sell Urethane Systems business to UBE Corporation
Specialty chemicals company Lanxess signed a contract to sell its Urethane Systems business to Japanese UBE Corporation.
One year from now K in Düsseldorf will open its doors
The countdown has begun: precisely one year from now K in Düsseldorf will open its doors for the global plastics and rubber industry from 8 to 15 October 2025.
Moretto at Fakuma 2024
Fakuma, the exhibition for plastics processing industry, will take place in Friedrichshafen (Germany) from 15 to 19 October.
FCS wins the first edition of TaipeiPLAS Award!
FCS attended TaipeiPlas 2024, showcasing its more than 50 years of plastic molding technology under the well-known "FCS" brand.
Recycling Content TPE for handle surfaces for Hilti tools
By developing Recycling Content TPE with excellent adhesion to PA, Hilti and Kraiburg TPE have now successfully expanded their partnership to also include projects with focus on sustainability.
Driving digital productivity forward at Fakuma 2024
Sumitomo (SHI) Demag will demonstrate on eight exhibits how, advanced digital tools like myAssist and activeMeltControl can help to increase production efficiency, improve component quality and reduce machine downtime.
Vecoplan is consistently expanding its services
Vecoplan continues to expand its service to provide even better support for customers.
The Erema Group mourns the loss of Helmut Bacher
Helmut Bacher, co-founder of Austrian plastics recycling machine manufacturer EREMA and former managing partner, passed away on 20 September at the age of 81.
Arburg Sustainability Report 2023
The fourth edition of the Sustainability Report provides a wealth of interesting facts and figures about Arburg, its values and its successful sustainability activities in 2023.
German Packaging Award for innovative joint project
Nestlé Germany, Duo Plast and Der Grüne Punkt have jointly received a German Packaging Award in the category of logistics and material flow.
Sidel’s Actis barrier coating receives APR Design
Sidel’s Actis barrier coating has met and exceeded the criteria for the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) Design for Recyclability Recognition pathway.
TaipeiPLAS 2024 kicks off with record growth in Taiwan
TaipeiPLAS 2024 officially opened at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, Hall 1, Taiwan, in conjunction with Taipei International Shoe Making Technology Show (ShoeTech Taipei).
Wittmann Feedmax primus: robust, flexible, economical
Material loaders are expected to be reliable, durable and efficient. The central material loaders of the new Feedmax primus series from Wittmann are setting new benchmarks in all three categories.
Reifenhauser Inc. appoints Matthew Banach as new Vice President Sales CSC
Reifenhauser Incorporated, the U.S. subsidiary of the German extrusion machine manufacturer Reifenhäuser Group, has appointed Matthew Banach as the new Vice President Sales Cast Sheet Coating (CSC).
Signs of slowdown for Italian plastics and rubber machinery manufacturers
ISTAT data for Italian foreign trade in machinery, equipment, and moulds for plastics and rubber in the first half of 2024 evidence a progressive drop in trade in both directions compared to the same period in 2023.
New Movacolor Controller (PTC)
Movacolor, a global leader in dosing technology solutions, proudly announces the launch of its new Portable Touchscreen Controller, now available across all gravimetric and optometric solutions.
Feddem at Fakuma 2024
The mechanical engineering company Feddem GmbH & Co. KG is once again exhibiting at this year's Fakuma and will be presenting its latest developments in Hall A6, Stand 6217.
Colines group marks a prestigious deal with TeraPlast
Colines Holding group has further strengthened its leadership position in the European market for plastic film extrusion lines.
Vecoplan to present itself as a strong partner for its Italian customers
At the international trade fair Ecomondo 2024 from 5 to 8 November in Rimini, Vecoplan will be presenting a powerful single-shaft shredder with high throughput and low operating costs.
Plasma treatment by Ferrarini & Benelli
Plasma treatment is a practical and efficient solution, which may replace chemical treatments and primers.
The new Colour Vision 27 "Autumn SPA" by Gabriel-Chemie
Autumn is a season that enchants us with a breathtaking palette of colors. Nature dresses in warm, vibrant tones, transforming landscapes into a living painting.
Husky Technologies announces leadership transition
Husky Technologies today announced that longtime company CEO John Galt will transition to the role of chairman and Husky COO Bradley Selleck will become CEO, effective October 1.
Karen Kaufmann becomes Director Sales Germany
On 1 September 2024, Karen Kaufmann will take over as Director Sales Germany at Hamburg-based plastics distributor K.D. Feddersen GmbH & Co. KG.
Appointment of new Managing Director at EuPC
The EuPC Board of Directors appoints Paolo Bochicchio as the new EuPC Managing Director as of 30 September 2024 to replace the current Managing Director Bernard Merkx who had been appointed for a transition period of 2 years.
Reifenhäuser Strengthens Field Service Operations in the MEA
Reifenhäuser Group, a global leader in plastics extrusion technology, announces a significant expansion of its field service operations across the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region.
Bole Open Days
The Bole Open Days will take place in Mysłowice and Katowice on 26-27.10.2024.
Kraiburg TPE welcomes new managing director for Americas: Henning Karbstein
Henning Karbstein will be taking over the management of KRAIBURG TPE for the North, Central and South America region as of October 1, 2024.
Wittmann automation technology at Fakuma 2024: Top performance combined with efficiency
Performance and efficiency are the overriding themes behind the impressive product presentations and live demonstrations at the Wittmann booth in hall B1 during the Fakuma 2024.
KM Packaging celebrates 40 years of innovation and excellence
KM Packaging is celebrating 40 years of delivering reliable, cutting-edge packaging across many varied sectors, including fresh produce, ambient, chilled and frozen convenience foods, confectionery, and snacks.
Kiefel the innovation leader under new management: Sieverding becomes CEO
Kiefel GmbH, a market-leading company for thermoforming and joining technology and a member of the Brückner Group, is undergoing a change in management: Matthias Sieverdin.
Netstal increases its sustainability performance and receives Ecovadis Silver for this
Silver follows bronze: Netstal continues to rise in the Ecovadis ranking and is awarded the silver medal for its initiative to date. This puts Netstal in the top 15 percent of all companies assessed by Ecovadis over the past 12 months.
Coveris advances sustainability efforts with second major renewable energy agreement
Renewable energy is a major pillar of Coveris’ sustainability commitment . Company already gradually switching to green energy, most recently concluding a 10-year purchase agreement with Neoen, thereby meeting the electricity needs of its European plants.
Neste expands chemical recycling logistics infrastructure at its refinery in Porvoo, Finland
Neste is expanding its logistics infrastructure for liquefied recycled raw materials at its refinery in Porvoo, Finland, including materials such as liquefied waste plastic and liquefied rubber tires.
Reifenhäuser Group appoints new chief sales officer
Succession to Ulrich Reifenhäuser, who had been in this position for more than 25 years