KHS at ProPak Asia: service and packaging solutions
At ProPak Asia (10–13 June), the KHS Group will present in Bangkok its service offering for filling and packaging technology, along with system developments for PET, cans and glass packaging.
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Coveris to showcase PFAS-free packaging at Interzoo 2026
Coveris announces the presentation of PFAS-free mono-material pet food packaging at Interzoo 2026 in Nuremberg. The portfolio is to include, among others, lightweight PE solutions and a metallised variant with enhanced barrier performance.
Reifenhäuser to showcase Evo Gen3 and Everex lines at Chinaplas
At Chinaplas 2026 in Shanghai, the Reifenhäuser Group will present new generations of blown and flat film lines and solutions for monomaterial packaging. Highlights include higher output, advanced automation and Kdesign blown film cooling technologies.
Sidel presents Evofill PET for water and still beverages
Sidel is launching the Evofill PET filler for water and still beverages. The company highlights up to a 20% increase in filling speed, capacity up to 90,000 bottles per hour, hygiene-focused features and a more compact machine design.
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.
Husky at Chinaplas 2026 with an integrated system demonstration
Husky Technologies has announced its presence at Chinaplas 2026, where it will present, among other things, a live integrated injection molding system for packaging. The company highlights more than 30 years of activity in the Asia Pacific region and the development of its manufacturing and service footprint in China.
Bekum at interpack, Chinaplas and Saudi Plastics
Bekum Group announces the presentation of extrusion blow molding solutions at interpack, Chinaplas and Saudi Plastics & Petrochem. The company emphasizes applications for regulated markets, PET handle bottles and industrial packaging with elevated requirements.
Tide rolls out bottles with 50% rHDPE PCR in North America
P&G has begun rolling out 37 fl oz Tide laundry detergent bottles in North America with 50% PCR content. The rHDPE used is reprocessed on an Erema machine, with further conversions planned in the coming years.
Bekum expands the fully electric SmartLine machine series
Bekum is introducing the fully electric SmartLine series for extrusion blow moulding. The manufacturer states, among other things, a 30% reduction in machine investment and up to 20% lower energy consumption thanks to optimized drives and HiPEx extruders.
Save Food at interpack 2026: programme of talks and awards
At interpack 2026, the Save Food initiative has scheduled expert talks on 12 May, a project competition, and awards for solutions that reduce food losses. The programme also includes a thematic route across the exhibition grounds.
BMT improves prediction of PET bottle performance
BMT has developed a forming simulation method intended to enable more accurate prediction of wall thickness distribution and performance parameters of PET and rPET bottles before production begins. The solution combines material characterisation with virtual testing.
Carlo Remmele to lead Südpack’s Food business unit
Südpack has entrusted leadership of its key Business Unit Food to Carlo Remmele, a member of the founding family’s third generation. The change is intended to strengthen the group’s focus on its core business and support long-term development.
