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Innovations
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Farmavita implements EvoBlow technology for PET bottle production
The Italian company Farmavita has implemented Sidel's EvoBlow stretch blow moulder for the production of 1 L white PET bottles, improving their quality, resistance to hydrogen peroxide and the energy efficiency of the process.
Packaging materials and “Innovative Materials” at interpack 2026
At interpack 2026, more than 1,000 exhibitors of packaging materials and packaging aids will present their portfolios across seven halls. A special focus will be on the “Innovative Materials” hot topic, covering new solutions in functionality, resource efficiency and recyclability.
Evosys Laser again receives Top 100 innovation award
Evosys Laser GmbH has received the Top 100 award for the fifth time as one of the most innovative medium-sized companies in Germany, confirming its position in the field of laser plastic welding.
Packaging line automation boosts Simply Roasted's efficiency
The British brand Simply Roasted has modernised its packaging line by implementing an integrated Ishida system, which has tripled output, reduced changeover time and minimised product losses while maintaining pack integrity.
Artificial intelligence in polymer design: the POLY-ML project
AIMPLAS, the Plastics Technology Centre, is implementing the POLY-ML project, where machine learning techniques are used to predict material properties based on composition and processing conditions, shortening development time and reducing waste.
Fernley H. Banbury Award 2026 for Dr. Gerard Nijman
Fernley H. Banbury Award 2026 for Dr. Gerard Nijman
RadiciGroup High Performance Polymers at Plastindia 2026
RadiciGroup High Performance Polymers presents at Plastindia 2026 in India a portfolio of high-performance engineering plastics for transport, e-mobility, E/E and consumer and industrial goods, highlighting 20 years of presence and development on the Indian market.
AIMPLAS seminar on biopolymers and sustainable composites
AIMPLAS organizes on 4–5 March the ninth edition of the International Seminar on Biopolymers and Sustainable Composites, focused on the latest material solutions, their industrial applications and current regulatory requirements.
Circular Valley Convention 2026: programme for the circular economy
Circular Valley Convention 2026 will take place on 11–12 March 2026 at Areal Böhler in Düsseldorf, bringing together politics, business, science and start-ups around practical solutions for the circular economy.
Schütz to present Cormaster structures at JEC World 2026
Schütz Composites will present at JEC World 2026 in Paris a broad portfolio of Cormaster honeycomb structures based on aramid paper, designed for advanced lightweight construction applications in aerospace, automotive, industry and motor sports.
Austria's first fully electric SAM-C cell at Rejlek
Austria's first fully electric SAM-C cell at Rejlek
