Machines

There is many various types of machines for plastics and rubber processing. Complex machines use technology of injection molding, extrusion, thermoforming or blow molding to produce both consumer goods and advanced technical parts. In turn packaging machines are used to pack the goods into various types of packaging. In both cases robots become more and more important.

News

RadiciGroup at K 2025: innovation and sustainability in focus

RadiciGroup will showcase new polyamide and PBT solutions at K 2025 in Düsseldorf, with a focus on e-mobility, photovoltaic and home appliances, alongside bio-based and recycled ranges.

thyssenkrupp Uhde to deliver two PET plants for Köksan in Türkiye and Iraq

thyssenkrupp Uhde’s subsidiary Uhde Inventa-Fischer has signed a Letter of Intent with Köksan for the delivery of two PET production plants in Türkiye and Iraq, utilizing the Melt-To-Resin process to enhance efficiency and sustainability.

SABIC unveils Megamolding platform for large thermoplastic part production

SABIC has introduced the Megamolding platform, aiming to streamline the production of large thermoplastic parts across diverse industries, offering improved efficiency, design flexibility, and sustainability compared to traditional materials.

Plast 2026, Press Tour in Italy

23rd International Trade Fair Plastics and Rubber

Opening of ENGEL Poland’s Reconstructed Office

Evonik launches a tribological PEEK material

Evonik is expanding its portfolio of tribological materials with VestaKeep Easy Slide 2, designed for slide bearings operating under high-temperature and high-pressure conditions. The PEEK-based material can be processed by injection molding and extrusion.

Navigating the montan wax challenge with renewable alternatives for polymers

Clariant points to growing constraints in montan wax supply and presents the Licocare RBW Vita portfolio, based on rice bran wax, as a renewable alternative for polymer applications, including food-contact uses.

Sidel to present lines and packaging machines at interpack 2026

At interpack 2026, Sidel will present complete production lines and solutions for the food, home care, personal care and beverage sectors. The showcase will focus on the Cermex RoboSELEX system, the RoboAccess_Pal S palletiser, as well as aseptic and PET blow moulding technologies.

Sterilizing pharmaceutical primary packaging with radiation by BGS

Regulators require pharmaceutical primary packaging to be sterile. To achieve this, radiation sterilization is one of the most common methods, as it is reproducible and leaves no residues.

New Hiformer additive simplifies BOPP film production

Avient has introduced the Hiformer Slip + Antistatic liquid additive for BOPP films to the Latin American market, combining slip and antistatic agents in a single formulation, which simplifies production while improving key film properties.

Prospects for the development of the global plastics recycling market

Growing market demand and environmental policies are driving the development of plastics recycling. New technologies and cross-sector applications are increasing the share of recyclates, but the industry still faces quality, economic and social barriers.

UNTHA presents new shredders at IFAT 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.

Avient tackles the challenges associated with AI-powered data centres

At Wire Düsseldorf 2026, Avient will present material solutions for power and data cables for data centers, focused on fire safety, increasing throughput, and sustainability goals.