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KHS expands ConnectApp Guide for maintenance management

KHS expands ConnectApp Guide for maintenance management

KHS has expanded the functions of its ConnectApp Guide application supporting machine servicing and maintenance in beverage plants. The new features include dynamic, usage-based maintenance intervals and the integration of bills of materials.

R-Cycle and Tilisco present a tool for PPWR compliance

R-Cycle and Tilisco present a tool for PPWR compliance

R-Cycle and Tilisco will present the PPWR Compliance Compass at Interpack. The SaaS tool uses artificial intelligence for packaging data aggregation, gap analysis and preparation of declarations of conformity with PPWR requirements.

ENGEL at Plastpol 2026, stabilising injection moulding processes

ENGEL at Plastpol 2026, stabilising injection moulding processes

At Plastpol 2026 in Kielce, the ENGEL Group will present integrated injection moulding solutions supported by digital systems. The company highlights process stabilisation, scrap reduction and improved OEE enabled by data analysis and real-time control functions.

Haitian connects Ningbo, Shanghai and Suzhou in Open Week

Haitian connects Ningbo, Shanghai and Suzhou in Open Week

From April 20–26, Haitian will hold the Three-City Open Week, combining visits in Ningbo, its presence at Chinaplas 2026 in Shanghai, and showcases at the Medical Application Technology Center in Suzhou. The format is intended to show how manufacturing, solutions and application know-how are connected.

Arburg at Chinaplas 2026 - premiere of Allrounder Trend

Arburg at Chinaplas 2026 - premiere of Allrounder Trend

At Chinaplas 2026 in Shanghai, Arburg presented the Asian premiere of its all-electric Allrounder Trend injection moulding machines featuring the new Gestica lite control system. The booth also showcased automated production cells and solutions for digitalisation and the smart factory.

Syensqo to scale AI-driven discovery and growth with Microsoft

Syensqo to scale AI-driven discovery and growth with Microsoft

Syensqo has announced a new phase of its collaboration with Microsoft aimed at scaling proven agentic AI use cases across research and innovation, sales, and commercial operations. The company points to measurable gains in speed, costs, and innovation outcomes.

Dassault Systèmes: results for Q1 2026

Dassault Systèmes: results for Q1 2026

Dassault Systèmes reported estimated IFRS financial results for Q1 2026. The company recorded revenue growth, including software and subscription and support revenues, and highlighted regional and industry differences.

Dassault Systèmes to present AI and virtual twins at Hannover Messe

Dassault Systèmes to present AI and virtual twins at Hannover Messe

At Hannover Messe (20–24 April 2026), Dassault Systèmes will present applications of industrial AI, virtual twins and virtual assistants in automation. At booth H74 (Hall 14), the company will showcase solutions for designing and optimizing production systems in a virtual environment.

Haitian International to present solutions at Chinaplas 2026

Haitian International to present solutions at Chinaplas 2026

Haitian International has announced it will present solutions for intelligent manufacturing at Chinaplas 2026. The company will show, among others, the premiere of the MA2500V/1000 Ultra, applications for home appliances, automotive and drones, as well as the X-Injection Molding Cloud platform.