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Arburg to present Allrounder Trend at TaipeiPlas 2026

Arburg to present Allrounder Trend at TaipeiPlas 2026

At TaipeiPlas 2026, Arburg will present its Allrounder Trend electric standard injection moulding machines in Taiwan for the first time. The stand will feature an automated application producing the three-part "Donut-ella" USB cable winder.

Südpack PLA film for packaging herbs and flowers

Südpack PLA film for packaging herbs and flowers

Südpack is introducing Planova, a PLA-based film for packaging fresh herbs, cut flowers, and potted plants. The material is intended to combine bio-based origin, biodegradability under industrial conditions, and performance properties relevant for retail and horticulture.

New screw for premium cosmetic packaging

New screw for premium cosmetic packaging

Euroviti has developed a new screw geometry for processing cosmetic packaging on ISBM machines. The solution was intended to improve the dispersion of colour and effect additives and increase process stability.

Meusburger expands its range of ejectors

Meusburger expands its range of ejectors

Meusburger reports a broad range of ejectors for injection molds and die-casting molds, along with digital tools supporting their selection and configuration. The company highlights the availability of standard components from stock and the option of quickly preparing ready-to-install variants.

Hennecke to showcase PUR foam lines at Feiplar + Feipur

Hennecke to showcase PUR foam lines at Feiplar + Feipur

Hennecke PUR Solutions will present continuous PUR slabstock foam production lines at Feiplar + Feipur in São Paulo. The company will showcase the Jflex Evo and Smartflex Evo systems, as well as the 360°Retrofit modernization program for existing installations.

PIPC assesses proposed changes to the EU ETS system

PIPC assesses proposed changes to the EU ETS system

The Polish Chamber of Chemical Industry has assessed the proposed changes to the EU ETS presented by the European Commission. The Chamber points to solutions aligned with the sector's demands, but stresses that their significance will depend on detailed provisions and the way they are implemented.

Plast Eurasia unveils a refreshed identity

Plast Eurasia unveils a refreshed identity

Plast Eurasia has presented a new visual identity. The organisers say it is intended to reflect the changes taking place in the plastics industry and the combination of technology and sustainability.

Arburg open days with the Allrounder Trend presentation

Arburg open days with the Allrounder Trend presentation

During open days at Arburg Technology Centers in Radevormwald and Rednitzhembach, around 180 customers learned about the electric Allrounder Trend injection moulding machines. The programme included live demonstrations, technical presentations and topics related to digitalisation.

Wittmann to present three applications at Fakuma 2026

Wittmann to present three applications at Fakuma 2026

At Fakuma 2026, Wittmann Group will present three live applications based on all-electric injection molding machines. The display will include production of protective caps, lab-on-a-chip micro parts and liquid silicone components.

Fakuma 2026 with an anniversary event programme

Fakuma 2026 with an anniversary event programme

The 30th edition of Fakuma will take place in Friedrichshafen from 12 to 16 October 2026. In addition to an exhibition covering the full plastics processing value chain, the organisers are announcing an industry round table, a new innovation award, a startup area and Career Friday.

ReVentas joins HG2030 for PP recyclate in packaging

ReVentas joins HG2030 for PP recyclate in packaging

ReVentas has joined the European HG2030 – Circular Packaging consortium. The company aims to use its solvent-based purification technology to obtain polypropylene of virgin-like quality for rigid food packaging.

Dongguan Baier Plastic buys three ZSK Mc18 units from Coperion

Dongguan Baier Plastic buys three ZSK Mc18 units from Coperion

Dongguan Baier Plastic Co., Limited is increasing its production capacity for high-temperature engineering plastics by acquiring three ZSK Mc18 twin-screw extruders from Coperion. The lines are intended to process materials including PA, PEEK, PEI, PAI, PPS, PPO, PPA, LCP and PA46.