Amcor launches a 38 mm handle for PET containers
Amcor has expanded its offering for the beverage market with a 38 mm handle for PET containers. The solution is intended for packaging up to 10 litres for water and other non-carbonated beverages.
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KHS expands ConnectApp Guide for maintenance management
KHS has expanded the functions of its ConnectApp Guide application supporting machine servicing and maintenance in beverage plants. The new features include dynamic, usage-based maintenance intervals and the integration of bills of materials.
Cable quality control in CV lines with X-Ray 8000 Advanced
Sikora’s X-Ray 8000 Advanced X-ray system is used to measure cable dimensions directly after the extruder in CV lines. The solution is intended to support fast process adjustment, lower material consumption and final quality assessment of power cables.
Vecoplan VEZ 3300 e-mobil for mobile shredding
Vecoplan is expanding the VEZ series with the mobile VEZ 3300 e-mobil shredder, designed for changing locations without foundation work. The company highlights a plug-and-play concept, the HiTorc drive, and control and remote service support functions.
SABIC introduces Ultem oligomer for aerospace composites
SABIC has introduced the Ultem SU3102P reactive oligomer, a toughening agent for thermoset composites used in aerospace structures. The material is intended to enable high loadings while maintaining low formulation viscosity and process compatibility.
PolyComp invests in the Fed 26 Mts laboratory extruder
PolyComp GmbH from Norderstedt has invested in Feddem’s Fed 26 Mts laboratory extruder. The unit is intended to support small batches, development samples and special formulations, with the option of transferring results to production scale.
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.
Kp introduces mono-material PET boards for fish VSP
Klöckner Pentaplast (kp) has introduced kp Evolve Fish Boards, mono-material PET boards for vacuum skin packaging (VSP) of processed fish. The solution is intended to be fully recyclable in PET streams and can contain up to 100% recycled content.
HP introduces the compact Multi Jet Fusion 1200 3D printer
HP has unveiled the Multi Jet Fusion 1200, bringing industrial MJF technology to the compact segment at a price below USD 60,000. The system is intended to address prototyping, protection of confidential data and short-run production needs.
Sidel launches a returnable PET bottle for water
Sidel has launched the Returnable PET – Still Water bottle, designed specifically for the still water market. The solution is intended to enable lower packaging weight, repeated reuse and bottle-to-bottle recycling.
1.Plastcompany to showcase Boy injection moulding machines at Plastpol
At Plastpol, 1.Plastcompany will present three Boy injection moulding machines, including models from the Electric and PRO series. The display will include solutions for micro injection moulding, production of technical parts and automated manufacturing of lunchboxes.
Klöckner Pentaplast launches kp Infinity HP3 packaging
Klöckner Pentaplast is expanding its kp Infinity Hotpacs range with the HP3 model, designed for larger takeaway meal portions. The EPP pack has a mono-material structure, is recyclable in existing PP waste streams and is manufactured in the UK.
