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Pronomic to present ergonomic lifting systems at Fachpack 2025

Pronomic to present ergonomic lifting systems at Fachpack 2025

Pronomic will present modular ergonomic lifting and handling solutions for packaging and related industries at Fachpack 2025 in Nuremberg, 23–25 September. Live demonstrations at hall 7, stand 7-621, will include devices enabling one-person handling of loads up to 400 kg.

SKZ develops thermographic QC systems for injection molding

SKZ develops thermographic QC systems for injection molding

The SKZ Plastics Center is developing customized thermographic measurement systems for injection molding, using passive and active approaches with cost-effective thermal imaging cameras to automate defect detection and support process-integrated quality assurance.

New Henkel hot melt adhesive for PET labels supports recycling

New Henkel hot melt adhesive for PET labels supports recycling

Henkel has launched the Technomelt EM 335 RE hot melt adhesive for labeling PET bottles. The alkali-dispersible adhesive is up to 98% removable, operates at 110–140°C, and is Petcycle-approved, helping achieve cleaner PET flakes and meet PPWR recycled-content requirements.

Steinert shows AI sorting for complex plastics at K 2025

Steinert shows AI sorting for complex plastics at K 2025

At K 2025, Steinert will demonstrate sensor- and AI-based systems for sorting difficult plastic streams, including black packaging, thin films and contaminated food containers. The program also includes plant tours and technical talks in the VDMA forum.

Sidel to present end-of-line solutions at FachPack 2025

Sidel to present end-of-line solutions at FachPack 2025

Sidel announces it will present packaging and palletizing solutions for the food, home care and personal care segment at the FachPack 2025 trade fair in Nuremberg. At booth C5107 in hall 7, the company will show, including, RoboAccess_Pal S, CoboAccess_Pal, and integrated end-of-line solutions.

Oerlikon Textile opens crimper repair workshop in Charlotte

Oerlikon Textile opens crimper repair workshop in Charlotte

Oerlikon Textile Inc. has launched a crimper repair service at its Charlotte site, the company’s first location worldwide to offer this capability. The workshop focuses on Fleissner and Neumag crimpers, providing complete overhauls with testing and warranty.

Coveris launches new website with search tool

Coveris launches new website with search tool

Coveris has launched a new website at www.coveris.com, streamlining its portfolio and improving product search. The site also includes a sustainability and ESG section.

MAAG Group to present system solutions at K 2025

MAAG Group to present system solutions at K 2025

MAAG Group will showcase integrated pelletizing, extrusion, filtration and recycling technologies at K 2025, including the Pearlo CS, next-gen NG-USG, extrex6 EC for rigid PVC and double-stage BRF/ERF filtration, plus a new centrifugal dryer lab and the addition of Sikora.

Toyo Ink Europe launches Steraflex GIO low migration inks

Toyo Ink Europe launches Steraflex GIO low migration inks

Toyo Ink Europe has introduced Steraflex GIO, a low migration flexographic ink system formulated to comply with the German Ink Ordinance. The ink excludes intentionally added photoinitiator 379 and targets food and pharmaceutical packaging.

ENGEL will showcase energy-saving e-cap cell at drinktec 2025

ENGEL will showcase energy-saving e-cap cell at drinktec 2025

At drinktec 2025 in Munich, ENGEL will run an all-electric e-cap 380 cell producing 38 mm slit-and-folded closures in a 4-second cycle. The exhibit highlights energy-efficient operation, process consistency and new features including the 2465 injection unit and the e-flomo one cooling water distribution system.

Lesbats optimises material logistics with Toploader systems

Lesbats optimises material logistics with Toploader systems

Lesbats Scieries d'Aquitaine has implemented four Vecoplan Toploader systems for storage and in-plant conveying of chips, bark, and sawdust. The solution feeds the pellet line and the boiler house, stabilizing material flow and reducing dust thanks to enclosed conveyors.