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Impact of plastic surface structures on color perception

Impact of plastic surface structures on color perception

The SKZ Plastics Center and the Institute of Psychology at the University of Würzburg have completed the OFHarmonie research project on the impact of plastic component surface structures on color perception. The results indicate the need for combined analysis of color, brightness, gloss and surface parameters.

Aakruti 2026 student contest winners announced at 3DExperience World

Aakruti 2026 student contest winners announced at 3DExperience World

At the 3DExperience World conference in Houston, the winners of the international Aakruti 2026 design competition were announced. Students from nine countries developed sustainable solutions in healthcare, mobility, infrastructure and green energy using the 3DExperience platform and Solidworks applications.

Barmag solutions for efficient DTY fancy yarn production

Barmag solutions for efficient DTY fancy yarn production

The growing demand for fancy yarns with differentiated structures is increasing producers’ requirements in terms of precision, reproducibility and energy efficiency. Barmag presents modular DTY solutions and the atmos.io system, focused on stable yarn quality in the premium segment.

Integrated systems for palletizing and stretch film extrusion

Integrated systems for palletizing and stretch film extrusion

NO.EL, a manufacturer of pre-stretch and special application machines for stretch film converting, is developing integrated palletizing systems based on Colines extrusion lines. The aim is to eliminate waste and increase the efficiency of film packaging and converting processes.

Dassault Systèmes forecasts 3–5% revenue growth in 2026

Dassault Systèmes forecasts 3–5% revenue growth in 2026

Dassault Systèmes reported 1% revenue growth in Q4 2025 and 4% for full-year 2025, with an improvement in operating margin and earnings per share. The company also presented preliminary financial guidance for 2026 and announced the introduction of Annual Run Rate reporting.

Wittmann at Chinaplas 2026

Wittmann at Chinaplas 2026

At Chinaplas 2026 in Shanghai, the Wittmann Group will present for the first time in Asia the all-electric EcoPrimus injection molding machine produced at its Kunshan plant. The company will also showcase LSR solutions, micro molding, automation and auxiliary equipment for plastics processing.