Evosys presented laser plastic welding advances at K 2025
At K 2025, Evosys presented the EvoWeld Mini with a wood housing, the EvoWeld Generation 2 and the Evo 0800-TD, drawing strong technical interest in laser plastic welding.
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Stadler opens new North American headquarters and warehouse
Stadler inaugurated a 27,000-square-foot office and warehouse complex in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, to expand service capacity, logistics and customer support across North America.
Lindner debuts fourth-generation Micromat shredder at K 2025
At K 2025, Lindner introduced the fourth-generation Micromat stationary single-shaft shredder, featuring a 97% efficient synchronous reluctance drive and a configurable multicut rotor for fast knife changes and broad material flexibility.
Sumitomo (SHI) Demag reports positive conclusions from K
Sumitomo (SHI) Demag reports strong results from K 2025 and will pivot its European trade fair activity toward targeted customer events and regional exhibitions, aligning participation more closely with R&D cycles.
MAAG introduces Duration cutting blade for FRP strand granulators
MAAG has developed the Duration cutting blade for its strand granulators, targeting abrasive FRP compounds. The VS23 material increases surface hardness by up to 70 percent, extending service life by a factor of 5 to 9 compared to conventional carbide blades.
BOY to present 50 Electric at Plast Eurasia 2025 in Istanbul
BOY will showcase the fully electric 50 Electric injection moulding machine at Plast Eurasia 2025 in Istanbul, producing espresso cups live. Together with Polmak Plastik, the company will highlight electromechanical drive technology and energy-efficient machine concepts.
Mammoet launches Industrial Solutions for European installations
Mammoet has introduced Industrial Solutions, a business offering that consolidates engineering, installation, lifting and transport for large industrial projects across Europe, managed by its German organization. The unit targets sectors including semiconductors, data centers, green chemistry, pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, paper and packaging.
KraussMaffei introduces BrightStar electric press platform
KraussMaffei has expanded its portfolio with the fully electric BrightStar press for automated lamination and edge folding in automotive interiors. The platform combines a new electric drive with precise thermal control, modular configuration and 5 to 20 ton variants, alongside a cost-optimized BrightStar Lite.
MaGeno-Solar eG: KHS employees win prize for climate protection achievement
MaGeno-Solar eG, the KHS employees’ cooperative, received the GenoAward in the Best Newcomer category for its rooftop photovoltaic projects at KHS sites. Two systems are in operation and a third is planned for 2025, supporting KHS’s climate-neutral target for 2050.
Eurasian gateway to global trade: Plast Eurasia Istanbul 2025
The 34th Plast Eurasia Istanbul will run on 3–6 December 2025 at the Tüyap Fair Convention and Congress Center, organized by Tüyap Tüm Fuarcılık Yapım A.Ş. in cooperation with the Turkish Plastics Industry Foundation (Pagev). The program spans processing machinery, materials and automation, with Turkish Airlines as official partner.
New Drymax basic 120 dry air dryer from Wittmann
At K 2025 in Düsseldorf, Wittmann introduced the Drymax basic 120 mobile dry air dryer, emphasizing energy-efficient dual-cartridge technology, the SmartCare option for stable low dew points, and maintenance-friendly access in a compact design.
Kistler debuts high-speed NCFQ joining system
Kistler has introduced the NCFQ 2166A high-speed joining system, combining a LinMot linear module with piezoelectric force and acceleration sensing. The turnkey setup targets precise, high-throughput assembly in medical, electronics, semiconductor and automotive applications.
