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Nordson BKG and FIMIC launch polyolefin recycling lines

Nordson BKG and FIMIC launch polyolefin recycling lines

Nordson BKG and FIMIC announced a collaboration to supply modular, integrated polyolefin recycling systems with throughputs of 4.0 to 6.0 t/h, combining melt filtration, gear pumping and underwater pelletizing in three configurations designed for high-capacity operations.

Integra Plastics to switch to rPP with Borcycle M in 2025

Integra Plastics to switch to rPP with Borcycle M in 2025

In October 2025, Integra Plastics in Bulgaria will shift from rLDPE to recycled polypropylene, installing Borealis' Borcycle M mechanical recycling technology. The upgrade targets value-add and premium rPP grades and will lift capacity beyond the current 20,000 metric tons.

Krill Design reaches Formes de Luxe Awards final with ReKrill

Krill Design reaches Formes de Luxe Awards final with ReKrill

Krill Design has been named a finalist in the Formes de Luxe Awards 2025 in the Novel Materials category for ReKrill, a biopolymer derived from agri-food by-products. The company will present a cosmetic jar and cap made from ReKrill Orange during Luxe Pack Monaco.

Amut to present recycling and cast line advances at K 2025

Amut to present recycling and cast line advances at K 2025

At K 2025, Amut will showcase developments in extrusion, recycling and cast film, including an integrated rPO polyolefin pelletizing line, a tray-to-tray route for post-consumer PET, the New Magnum cast concept and new digital tools for operations and maintenance.

Syensqo develops chemical recycling for sulfone polymers

Syensqo develops chemical recycling for sulfone polymers

Syensqo has introduced a proprietary chemical recycling process that depolymerizes polyarylethersulfone from post-industrial and post-consumer streams into purified monomers for reuse. The company says the monomers can be reintegrated into PSU, PPSU and PESU, supporting circularity.

Evonik to present polymer and circularity advances at K 2025

Evonik to present polymer and circularity advances at K 2025

Evonik will showcase polymer innovations and circularity initiatives at K 2025 in Düsseldorf, including mass-balanced PA12 materials, recycling additives and solutions for additive manufacturing. The program features booth demonstrations and panel discussions on lifecycle assessments and packaging policy.

Tomra publishes eBook on AI's role in recycling

Tomra publishes eBook on AI's role in recycling

Tomra Recycling has released a free eBook that explains how deep learning is being applied in optical sorting, outlining practical use cases, regulatory drivers and a pathway toward more transparent, autonomous recycling plants.

GreenDot to present Systalen recycling at K 2025

GreenDot to present Systalen recycling at K 2025

GreenDot Group will exhibit at K 2025 in Düsseldorf, marking the 35th anniversary of Der Grüne Punkt and highlighting Systalen recyclates in PP and LDPE derived from household packaging waste.