New plastics recycling training centre in Mumbai
EREMA and AIPMA/AMTEC are launching a new plastics recycling training centre in Mumbai, focused on practical training for operators and supervisors for India’s growing recycling sector.
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Nordmann and Kraton to present plastic recycling additives at PRSE 2026
Nordmann announces the presentation of an extensive portfolio of plastic recycling additives at Plastics Recycling Show Europe 2026 in Amsterdam, together with co-exhibitor Kraton.
Ducona expands sauce production with Sidel blow-moulding
Ducona Holland BV has installed a Sidel SBO 8 EvoBlow blow-moulding machine with preferential heating technology for the production of flat PET containers for sauces, increasing efficiency and reducing material consumption.
New Hasco locating rings for precise mould attachment
Hasco expands its locating ring portfolio with new variants Z7517/…, Z7526/… and Z7527/… providing precise alignment of injection moulds and increased stability and process reliability.
Arburg Technology Days 2026: Allrounder Trend and medical focus in the spotlight
More than 3,700 visitors from 44 countries attended the Arburg Technology Days 2026 in Lossburg. The main focus was on the new electric Allrounder Trend injection moulding machines, medical solutions, automation and digital services along the entire value chain.
Symas & Maintenance trade fairs: technologies for bulk materials and maintenance
The Symas and Maintenance trade fairs in Krakow are key events for the bulk materials processing industry and the maintenance sector. Technologies supporting the efficiency and safety of modern production plants are presented in one place.
Kompozyt-Expo 2026 trade fair: a platform for composite technologies
On 7–8 October 2026, the 14th edition of the Kompozyt-Expo trade fair, one of Poland's key events dedicated to composite materials and technologies, will take place in Krakow.
AutoRock project: artificial intelligence in extrusion control
In the AutoRock project, SKZ and Fraunhofer IIS are developing an inspection system for extruded profiles using X-ray computed tomography and artificial intelligence, enabling automatic defect detection in real time without interrupting the process.
Grupa Azoty prepares two-stage capital strengthening
At an Extraordinary General Meeting, Grupa Azoty shareholders approved changes to the capital structure, opening the way to a two-stage financial strengthening of the company through the issuance of new shares.
Lightweight and recyclable beverage packaging at interpack 2026
Beverage producers are accelerating lightweighting, barrier development and recyclability improvements for PET bottles, cans and cartons. These solutions will be showcased at interpack 2026 in Düsseldorf.
KraussMaffei Extrusion reviews Tire Technology Expo 2026
After three days at Tire Technology Expo 2026 in Hanover, KraussMaffei Extrusion reports strong interest in technologies for precise and efficient extrusion of tire components and a growing importance of modernizing existing lines.
Neste commissions the largest facility for upgrading liquefied plastic waste
Neste has started up at its Porvoo refinery the world’s largest facility for upgrading liquefied plastic waste, with an annual processing capacity of up to 150,000 tonnes, supplying feedstock for the chemicals and plastics industry.
