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New EUROMAP 46 recommendation

New EUROMAP 46 recommendation

European association for plastics and rubber machinery manufacturers issued new recommendation for extrusion blow moulding machines.

Ticona R&D leads to development of new Fortron PPS

Ticona R&D leads to development of new Fortron PPS

Ticona Engineering Polymers has introduced a newly developed grade of Fortron that is the first polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) designed for use with 3D robotic manipulated blow molding for tubular components with extreme complex geometries.

Light weighting of packaging

Light weighting of packaging

Light weighting of packaging is a core target of the industry in general, which falls in line with cost reductions, but also follows the internal sustainability guideline of many companies today - saving of non-renewable raw materials by using less packaging material and therefore support the reduction of CO2 emission (greenhouse gas effect).

Bekum demonstrates its "Tandem Blow" process

Bekum demonstrates its "Tandem Blow" process

The "Tandem Blow" process developed by Bekum is increasingly proving to be an engine of efficiency. This process, first unveiled at the K1998, can point to an extremely successful market penetration after almost 10 years. The success of this technology ideally complements the trend towards small drinking yoghurt bottles, such as Actimel & Co.