Radiation crosslinking opens up completely new possibilities for polymers: Precise crosslinking can improve mechanical properties, increase heat resistance and abrasion resistance, and significantly increase chemical resistance.
Exolon Group has launched the Exolon Panel 60 HX, a 60 mm polycarbonate panel with a Hybrid-X structure for translucent facades. An Ecoplus variant uses biocircular raw materials attributed via ISCC PLUS mass balance, with up to 89 percent from non-fossil sources, according to the company.
At K 2025, Sumitomo (SHI) Demag will run an all-electric 420t PAC-E caps and closures cell integrating a 72-cavity tool and inline digital cap printing, targeting faster cycles, energy cuts and on-the-fly personalisation.
Tomra Food has launched the 4C optical sorter for nuts and IQF, combining LUCAi deep learning with machine learning to raise detection accuracy and reduce false rejects. The unit arrives pre-set for integration and targets consistent quality and efficiency.
Chen Hsong will introduce its DMZ multi-material injection molding machines and the iChen Smart Family, including the AI Molder, with a planned debut at K 2025. The release combines precision hardware with connected software for Industry 4.0 workflows.
Alpla marked its 70th anniversary with a review of key innovations and a focus on future investments in digitalisation, automation and circular economy models, while maintaining its system approach to plastic packaging and recycling. The family-owned company operates 200 sites in 46 countries and employs more than 24,000 people.
MOL Group has completed its first ISCC PLUS-certified production run with circular feedstock at Tiszaújváros, converting post-consumer plastic waste-based feedstock into PE and PP. The pilot applied a mass balance approach on the steam cracker and downstream polymerization.
Syensqo will present high-performance polymers and material solutions at K 2025 in Düsseldorf, outlining developments for electrification, digitalization, healthcare and hydrogen applications. The company will also host joint talks with partners and highlight its sustainability targets.
BW Converting’s sixth‑generation PCMC Meridian Elite+ laser anilox cleaning system is now running at Amcor Flexibles North America, with early results indicating measurable gains in consistency and throughput.
Moretto will present surprising innovations including the gravimetric batch blender DGM Gravix 50, the dryer X Comb 19, the Hyper Cut grinder, the manual manifold with wireless control and OW6, the innovative centralised system management server.
K 2025 will again host a Start-up Zone for young technology companies in Hall 7. Twenty exhibitors will present solutions spanning AI, data analytics, bioplastics, digitally supported production and the circular economy, with a Start-up Pitch scheduled for 13 October in Hall 6.
Vecoplan has acquired Pla.to GmbH, a specialist in dry cleaning and washing technology, expanding its plastics recycling solutions portfolio. The companies announce new system series and the presentation of the largest dry-cleaning line at K 2025.
