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ENGEL starts global roll-out of Wintec e-win

ENGEL starts global roll-out of Wintec e-win

The ENGEL Group is starting the global roll-out of the all-electric Wintec e-win injection moulding machines outside Asia and streamlining its two-platen portfolio comprising the Engel duo and Wintec t-win. Updates include expanded clamping force availability and higher injection performance.

Haitian introduces X-Injection Deep-AI for injection molding

Haitian introduces X-Injection Deep-AI for injection molding

At Chinaplas 2026, Haitian will present X-Injection, an AI solution for injection molding process setup, optimization, and monitoring. The system is intended to support fast mold start-up, defect diagnosis, and early warning of process deviations.

Sidel presents Evofill PET for water and still beverages

Sidel presents Evofill PET for water and still beverages

Sidel is launching the Evofill PET filler for water and still beverages. The company highlights up to a 20% increase in filling speed, capacity up to 90,000 bottles per hour, hygiene-focused features and a more compact machine design.

COAT-Ips develops a heated anti-icing coating

COAT-Ips develops a heated anti-icing coating

The COAT-Ips project is developing an energy-efficient heated coating to protect aircraft against icing. The solution takes the form of a technical paint, can be repaired on-site, and is being developed by OMAR Coatings, AIMPLAS and INTA.

BMT improves prediction of PET bottle performance

BMT improves prediction of PET bottle performance

BMT has developed a forming simulation method intended to enable more accurate prediction of wall thickness distribution and performance parameters of PET and rPET bottles before production begins. The solution combines material characterisation with virtual testing.

RBTX expands low-cost automation and humanoid offering

RBTX expands low-cost automation and humanoid offering

igus is developing the RBTX platform into a service hub for automation and is presenting new solutions in mobile and humanoid robotics. New developments include the autonomous ReBeL Pallet Mover, new humanoids on RBTX.com, and AI-based control systems under development.

Igus invests in automation and local production

Igus invests in automation and local production

Igus allocated EUR 124.4 million to investments in automation, infrastructure and the development of subsidiaries. The company increased sales in 2025, is expanding local production and has prepared 227 new products from its motion plastics range.

Röhm published its ESG report for 2025

Röhm published its ESG report for 2025

Röhm published its ESG report for 2025, presenting progress in decarbonization, the circular economy, occupational safety and social responsibility. The document was prepared in line with ESRS standards and CSRD requirements.

Nextek and Coveris launch the COtooCLEAN plant

Nextek and Coveris launch the COtooCLEAN plant

Nextek and Coveris have launched the COtooCLEAN demonstration plant in the UK for recycling post-consumer polyolefin films. The technology is intended to support the production of food-grade recycled resin from flexible packaging.

Vecoplan expands the VEZ 3300 series with a mobile version

Vecoplan expands the VEZ 3300 series with a mobile version

Vecoplan AG is launching a new version of the VEZ 3300 single-shaft shredder, which will be available in both stationary and mobile variants. The machine has been designed for flexible processing of alternative fuels, waste, used wood and biomass.