Macro installs 9-layer shrink film lines at adapa Kempten
Macro Engineering has installed two 9-layer Quadex shrink film lines at adapa Germany Kempten, part of adapa Group, adding EVOH capability alongside existing PvdC solutions.
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Rajoo Engineers to unveil Proex blown film line at K-2025
Rajoo Engineers will present the Proex high-performance blown film extrusion line at K-2025, Hall 16, Booth A55. The platform integrates the Relex 4.0 extruder with the Csd 4.0 die head, Randomiser 4.0 haul-off and Flexiwind 4.0 automatic winder.
SML develops cast MDO-PE films for deep-freeze packaging
SML reports a cast MDO-PE film for deep-freeze packaging that removes lamination, enables up to 50% downgauging and runs at up to 380 m/min, with printing speeds up to 500 m/min; the technology adds precise thickness control and optional EVOH or PVOH barrier layers.
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.
MAS launches iQonicTwin HyperPET with pre-extrusion SSP
MAS introduced the iQonicTwin HyperPET, integrating a pre-extrusion SSP based on infrared radiation and vacuum for food-grade rPET with stable IV, color consistency and low AA at reduced energy use. The solution debuts at K Show 2025 in Düsseldorf.
SML unveils new twin-screw extruder at K 2025
SML has expanded its extruder portfolio with a co-rotating twin-screw model designed for high-output processing of polyolefins and polyesters. Tests on a CPP line indicate 10 to 15% lower specific energy input and up to 20% fewer gels compared with a single-screw extruder.
SML introduces next-generation SmartCast stretch film line
SML has updated its 6-up SmartCast stretch film line, introducing a compact extruder layout, a 1,800 mm chill roll with Smart 3.0 surface and enhanced coreless winding. The company presented the new concept at the K trade fair.
MAS and Siempelkamp launch iQonicTwin PreDensifier
MAS and Siempelkamp Size Reduction have formed a technology alliance to introduce the iQonicTwin PreDensifier, a solution aimed at stabilizing the recycling of lightweight films and other low‑bulk‑density materials.
KraussMaffei debuts ZE-PC twin-screw series for petrochemicals
KraussMaffei Extrusion introduced the ZE Petrochemical series of co-rotating twin-screw extruders for raw polymer production. The ZE-PC platform emphasizes energy efficiency, high throughput and optimized product quality for petrochemical processes.
MEAF Machines to showcase MDX-IV and MDX-DEO at K 2025
MEAF Machines announces two equipment series to improve recyclate quality: MDX-IV for raising intrinsic viscosity (IV) and decontaminating rPET, and MDX-DEO for deodorisation and decontamination of PP, PE and PS. Premieres are scheduled for K 2025.
BB Engineering and Barmag to showcase PET recycling at K 2025
BB Engineering and Barmag will present extrusion, melt filtration and integrated PET recycling technologies at K 2025, with live demonstrations during an open house at the BBE Technical Center. The companies share a joint booth in hall 10, booth H12.
MAS at K 2025
MAS will present an expanded portfolio for plastics recycling and compounding at K 2025 in Düsseldorf, including its conical co-rotating twin-screw platform, the Mas 110 extruder, PET recycling solutions and the DRD dry cleaning system.
