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Hasco expands nozzle and PTFE hose portfolio

Hasco expands nozzle and PTFE hose portfolio

Hasco is introducing a new variant of the Single Shot H6300 nozzle with a head diameter of 25 and expanding its temperature control range with PTFE corrugated hoses for high-temperature applications. Both solutions are intended for use in injection moulds.

Aimplas receives ENAC accreditation for medical device testing

Aimplas receives ENAC accreditation for medical device testing

Aimplas has obtained ENAC accreditation to perform in vitro cytotoxicity testing for medical devices in accordance with UNE-EN ISO 10993-5. This expands the centre's capabilities in assessing the safety and biocompatibility of materials.

SI Group celebrates 100 years of the Pratteln plant

SI Group celebrates 100 years of the Pratteln plant

SI Group is celebrating the 100th anniversary of manufacturing operations at its Pratteln facility in Switzerland. The jubilee highlights the site’s role in producing specialty chemical intermediates and in maintaining long-term relationships with customers and the local community.

PCI Days 2026 with record attendance and a new zone

PCI Days 2026 with record attendance and a new zone

The seventh edition of PCI Days, held at EXPO XXI Warsaw, confirmed the growing importance of the event for the pharmaceutical, cosmetics and dietary supplements industries. This year's programme was expanded, among other things, with a new conference zone dedicated to dietary supplements.

Does the packaging material affect perceptions of the product’s quality?

Does the packaging material affect perceptions of the product’s quality?

Studies cited in the material indicate that touch and the material properties of packaging affect the perceived quality, credibility and attractiveness of a product. In this context, carton is gaining importance not only for environmental reasons, but also for sensory and brand perception factors.

PET Pack CEE Forum 2026 in Budapest this September

PET Pack CEE Forum 2026 in Budapest this September

On 17 September 2026, PET Pack CEE Forum 2026 will take place in Budapest, focusing on regulation, compliance and competitiveness across the PET packaging value chain in Central and Eastern Europe.

Wacker opens new production site for specialty silicones

Wacker opens new production site for specialty silicones

Wacker has officially opened a new specialty silicones production site in Karlovy Vary. The facility is intended to support the company’s European production network and supplies for the automotive, household appliances, medical technology and energy sectors.

Boy after Plast Milano 2026

Boy after Plast Milano 2026

Dr. Boy GmbH & Co. KG and ST.A.TE Technologies S.r.l. sum up their participation in Plast Milano 2026. Three energy-efficient injection moulding machines were presented at the stand and attracted interest from international visitors.

Syensqo receives SEAL recognition from Freudenberg

Syensqo receives SEAL recognition from Freudenberg

Syensqo has received Gold-level recognition in the chemical segment of Freudenberg Sealing Technologies' 2025 Supplier Excellence Achievement Level Award program. The award covers quality, technical support, delivery, cost management and customer service.

SKZ trains Ford employees in injection molding in Saarlouis

SKZ trains Ford employees in injection molding in Saarlouis

Ford is developing expertise in the production of plastic components at its Saarlouis plant in cooperation with the SKZ plastics center. The training courses are conducted directly on the company’s own injection molding machines and using original tools.

3DPlastLab closes its first edition during Plast 2026

3DPlastLab closes its first edition during Plast 2026

The first edition of 3DPlastLab, an area dedicated to innovation in additive manufacturing within Plast 2026, brought together researchers, designers, universities, start-ups and companies from multiple countries. The presentations focused on materials, their functionality and industrial applications.