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Poly-clip System at Interpack 2026: less packaging, higher efficiency

At Interpack 2026 in Düsseldorf, Poly-clip System will present clip-based packaging systems as an efficient, scalable and more resource-saving alternative to traditional packaging formats for multiple industries, from food to industrial applications.

2026-03-11 fairs

PET bottles in the wine segment: new target groups and benefits

Lightweight, recyclable packaging is gaining importance in the wine segment. The example of the Nordic market and PET bottles with high recycled content shows that such solutions can facilitate access to new consumer groups and reduce the carbon footprint.

2026-03-10 packagings

Finat develops common approach to label carbon footprint

Finat has completed a series of four workshops dedicated to developing a harmonised methodology for Product Carbon Footprint calculation for self-adhesive laminates and printed labels. Nearly 90 representatives from around 70 companies across the value chain took part.

2026-03-06 packaging industry

Continuous recycling of silicone elastomers in a planetary roller extruder

SKZ and industrial partners are developing a continuous depolymerization process for silicone elastomer waste in a planetary roller extruder, enabling monomer recovery and reducing the use of virgin raw materials.

2026-02-20 elastomers

Qemetica with higher CDP score for environmental management

Qemetica Group has advanced to score B in the global CDP system in the areas of Climate Change and Water Security, confirming progress in transparent reporting and implementation of its decarbonisation strategy by 2033.

2026-02-16 chemical industry

Chimei in the renewable plastics supply chain for Sony

Chimei Corporation has joined the global renewable plastics supply chain for Sony’s high-performance audio-visual products, supplying polycarbonate produced using a certified mass balance model.

2026-02-12 polycarbonate (PC)

Avient expands its Nymax REC recycled nylon composites portfolio

Avient launches the Nymax REC 6000 High Impact series, comprising 22 grades of impact-modified recycled nylon compounds with 42–93% post-industrial recycled content and up to 83% carbon footprint reduction compared to prime-based materials.

2026-02-10 polymer industry

Standardization of linear robots increases flexibility at Rauschert

Rauschert Steinbach has replaced semi-automatic injection molding cells with integrated cells equipped with Wittmann W828 linear robots. The standardized automation concept has reduced setup times, increased efficiency and enabled full control integration.

2026-01-21 robots

CDP again recognizes BASF for climate and environmental action

The CDP organization has awarded BASF top scores in the areas of climate and forest protection as well as sustainable water management, confirming the company’s status as one of the leaders in environmental impact reporting and management.

2026-01-08 chemical industry

Wacker debuts biomethanol-based silicone gel at Compamed 2025

At Compamed 2025, Wacker will showcase Silpuran eco 2114, a biomethanol-based silicone gel for skin adhesives, alongside new findings on transdermal delivery and Elastosil grades for pharmaceutical tubing.

2025-11-17 medicine

Elm-plastic launches first bioplastic pipette for healthcare

Elm-plastic, in collaboration with Biovox and Ultrapolymers Deutschland, has introduced the first commercially available bioplastic pipette for pharmaceutical and medical applications. The product uses MedEco compounds based on PLA or bio-based PE and meets common regulatory requirements.

2025-11-14 bioplastics

Kinnarps reduces CO₂ emissions by 86% via material swaps

Kinnarps, together with Polykemi and injection moulder Nolato, reduced CO2 emissions for a desk pedestal base frame by 86% through two consecutive material changes, first from PA6 to high-crystalline PP and then to recycled PP, without altering the production process.

2025-11-12 polypropylene (PP)