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Engel to show 11 s diagnostics cell at K 2025

Engel to show 11 s diagnostics cell at K 2025

At K 2025, Engel will present a fully automated cell for producing and packaging polystyrene well plates and lids for diagnostics. The all-electric e-motion 280 combi MW integrates parallel injection, an 11-second cycle and a digital validation assistant aimed at shorter qualifications and a smaller cleanroom footprint.

Ineos Styrolution scales recycled polystyrene for Aldi Süd

Ineos Styrolution scales recycled polystyrene for Aldi Süd

Ineos Styrolution has introduced sour cream cups with 30% recycled polystyrene in Aldi Süd stores across Germany, developed with Aldi Süd and Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller. In July 2025 the cups were recognised with the German Packaging Award in the “Sustainability: recycled content” category.

RecyClass continues advancing plastics circularity

RecyClass continues advancing plastics circularity

RecyClass has released significant updates to its Design for Recycling Guidelines and Recyclability Evaluation Protocols, reflecting the latest scientific findings and ongoing collaboration across the plastic packaging value chain.

Revolutionising extrusion efficiency with Gneuss at K 2025

Revolutionising extrusion efficiency with Gneuss at K 2025

In an era of global uncertainty, extrusion processors face mounting pressure to reduce costs while maintaining quality and output. Gneuss offers a powerful solution in the form of advanced melt filtration and extrusion equipment that can be integrated into existing lines to achieve significant efficiency improvements.

kp Infinity receives APR approval and launches in North America

kp Infinity receives APR approval and launches in North America

Klöckner Pentaplast (kp), a global leader in rigid and flexible packaging and specialty film solutions, announces the launch of its award-winning kp Infinity foodservice packaging in North America, following the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) Design validation.

First recycled yoghurt cup in supermarket

First recycled yoghurt cup in supermarket

Ineos Styrolution, the global leader in styrenics, announced today the successful completion of a first project with mechanically recycled polystyrene in a yoghurt cup.

Umac presents new ReadyMac at Plast Eurasia

Umac presents new ReadyMac at Plast Eurasia

Umac, a member of the Erema Group, is expanding its ReadyMac product line with a new 60 hertz version. This means that the immediately available plastics recycling solution can now be deployed worldwide.