AI enhanced in-mold monitoring improves part quality for products
A new industry consortium called Avidens focuses on real-time detection of anomalies during the molding process allowing in-line adjustments.
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Explore the future of compounding at AMI’s Compounding World Expo
The Compounding World Expo Europe is taking place at the Brussels Expo in Belgium on 11-12 September 2024. Returning for the fourth time, this free-to-attend expo and conference brings together industry leaders, experts and enthusiasts from around the globe for two days of learning, inspiration and networking opportunities.
Lindner founds subsidiary in Bharat (India)
Lindner continues its expansion with the foundation of Lindner Recyclingtech Bharat (India) LLP with its headquarters in Delhi.
Europe's most modern sorting plant for lightweight packaging in operation in Austria
TriPlast, Europe's most modern and Austria's largest sorting plant for lightweight packaging, was officially opened by its owners ARA, Bernegger and Der Grüne Punkt.
Stadler addresses the sorting challenge of Refuse Derived Fuel
Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF), produced from Municipal Solid Waste (MSW), is used as an alternative to fossil fuel as a way of reducing its carbon footprint. The challenge for RDF producers is to guarantee the consistently high quality required for this application.
Krones Recycling is spun off as an independent subsidiary company
On 1 July 2024, Krones Recycling GmbH, under the management of Dr Michael Gotsche, commenced business operations with headquarters in Flensburg. The newly founded company takes over all activities relating to plastics recycling, but continues to utilise Krones' global production, sales and service network.
Five figure attendance at Plastics Recycling Show Europe
First time five figure attendance at Plastics Recycling Show Europe. Visitors increase by 32% since last year
Plastics industry prepares for the future
The SKZ Networking Week has long since established itself as a meeting place for the plastics industry. This year, the popular event once again attracted more than 600 visitors.
Second edition of Istanbul RePlast Eurasia Plastic Recycling Fair
First edition of RePlast, which focused solely on Plastic Recycling Technology and Raw Materials, brought together key players of the recycling industry in Istanbul, Turkiye.
Realignment of SynCycle Activities at NGE and BDI
BDI-BioEnergy International GmbH has taken over the marketing and further development of SynCycle technology in partnership with Next Generation Elements GmbH, leading to a strategic realignment.
Vinnolit win the Polymer Producer Awards 2023
On the 15th of February 2024, Polymers for Europe Alliance launched the annual votes for the polymers producers assessment.
Borealis introduces glass-fiber reinforced PP with 65% PCR for demanding automotive applications
Borealis is pleased to introduce Borcycle GD3600SY, a glass-fiber reinforced polypropylene (PP) compound with 65% post-consumer recycled (PCR) polymer content.
