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Moretto presents modular storage and raw material control

Moretto presents modular storage and raw material control

Moretto outlines a portfolio of storage and handling systems for plastic granules, regrind and flakes, spanning indoor silos, big bag solutions and automated receiving. The equipment integrates with conveying and supports error prevention through barcode, RFID and supervisory controls.

Sidel to showcase line integration at PPMA Total 2025

Sidel to showcase line integration at PPMA Total 2025

Sidel announces participation in the PPMA Total Show 2025 in Birmingham, presenting its approach to the design and integration of complete packaging lines. The company will highlight the benefits of harmonizing equipment and digital solutions.

ABB and Citroniq plan 100% bio-based polypropylene plant

ABB and Citroniq plan 100% bio-based polypropylene plant

ABB will supply automation, electrification and digitalization for Citroniq’s planned 100 percent biogenic polypropylene facility in Nebraska, scheduled to start up in 2029. The partners aim to deliver the first full commercial-scale plant of its kind.

Wittmann introduces Primus 118 linear robot for up to 250 t

Wittmann introduces Primus 118 linear robot for up to 250 t

At K 2025, Wittmann will unveil the Primus 118, a linear robot for injection molding machines up to 250 tons, increasing the series’ payload from 5 kg to selectable 6 or 8 kg. The model adds reinforced axes, more powerful drives and extended pneumatic options, and runs on the R9 control with OPC UA.

KraussMaffei debuts redesigned all-electric PX at K 2025

KraussMaffei debuts redesigned all-electric PX at K 2025

KraussMaffei has overhauled its all-electric PX injection molding series, citing a 20 percent smaller footprint and around 20 percent lower energy use. The range spans 800 to 2,000 kN and introduces the web-based MC7 control, updated drive and temperature control options, and a new hot runner controller.

Gollmer Formen debuts at K show 2025 with turnkey offer

Gollmer Formen debuts at K show 2025 with turnkey offer

Gollmer Formen GmbH will exhibit at the K trade fair for the first time, presenting global project planning and procurement services for injection moulds and turnkey systems developed with Haitian International Germany.

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.