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Source One Plastics resumes operations after fire

Source One Plastics resumes operations after fire

Source One Plastics is gradually restoring operations at its sorting and recycling plant in Eicklingen after a fire at the end of January 2026. The rebuilt facility is expected to operate more efficiently, with higher quality and lower emissions.

SKZ consolidates research on fiber composites

SKZ consolidates research on fiber composites

SKZ is relocating its research activities related to fiber composites to Würzburg, where they had previously also been conducted in Halle an der Saale. Halle will remain a center for education and training in this field.

The role of pooling in supply chain infrastructure

The role of pooling in supply chain infrastructure

Tosca indicates that reusable packaging pooling systems are changing the way load carriers are evaluated. They are increasingly being treated as an element of infrastructure affecting operating costs, availability and supply chain reliability.

RecyClass strengthens the role of recyclate in packaging

RecyClass strengthens the role of recyclate in packaging

The RecyClass certification system is used to assess the recyclability of plastic packaging and track the origin of secondary raw materials. The growing importance of this certification is linked to regulatory requirements, supply chain transparency and the development of the circular economy.

Aimplas to organize the HI!-Plastics seminar

Aimplas to organize the HI!-Plastics seminar

Aimplas is preparing the first edition of the international HI!-Plastics seminar dedicated to advanced polymer materials. The programme includes five thematic blocks covering composites, fire resistance, functional materials, energy and industrial coatings.

Conference programme for AMI Compounding & Recycling Expo

Conference programme for AMI Compounding & Recycling Expo

AMI has published the conference programme accompanying Compounding & Recycling Expo, which will take place on 23-24 September 2026 in Frankfurt. The two-day agenda includes presentations focused on recycling and compounding.

EPR in Europe, system quality determines effectiveness

EPR in Europe, system quality determines effectiveness

An analysis of extended producer responsibility systems across the 27 EU countries shows that the level of fees does not determine recycling performance. System design, eco-modulation, transparency and infrastructure are the key factors.

Hasco expands the H4400 hot runner system

Hasco expands the H4400 hot runner system

Hasco's H4400/… hot runner system is intended to support efficiency and cost reduction in injection moulding. The solution, supplied as a complete hot half plate assembly, is designed to shorten assembly time and facilitate integration into the mould.

PimP my PBF: Low Temperatures for High Powder Utilization Rates

PimP my PBF: Low Temperatures for High Powder Utilization Rates

SKZ and Fraunhofer IPA are working on a low-temperature PBF-LB/P process for plastics. The aim of the PimP project is to reduce powder aging, increase the share of material that can be reused, and improve the cost and resource efficiency of the process.

Sumitomo (SHI) Demag strengthens its presence in Turkey

Sumitomo (SHI) Demag strengthens its presence in Turkey

Sumitomo (SHI) Demag has appointed Vincita Plastik Makinaları as its new sales agent in Turkey. The Istanbul-based company will be responsible for sales and service support for injection moulding machines and related technologies.