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PCC plans to integrate PCC MCAA into the PCC Rokita Group

PCC Rokita has signed a letter of intent with PCC SE regarding the planned contribution in kind of PCC MCAA and MCAA SE. The estimated value of the entities is approximately PLN 289 million, and the transaction is intended to be non-cash.

2026-06-17 chemical industry

Clariant receives FDA approval for Licocare RBW additives

Clariant has obtained FDA approval for the use of bio-based Licocare RBW additives in rigid PVC for food-contact applications. The authorization covers the full product range and extends the company’s previous approval beyond polyester materials.

2026-05-28 polyvinyl chloride (PVC)

SKZ accelerates permeability testing of plastic pipes

SKZ has developed a method for testing the permeability of plastic pipes that reduces measurement time from several weeks or months to just a few hours. The solution is relevant to quality assurance, testing costs and development work in the pipe industry.

2026-05-27 pipes

Plast 2026 conference programme

The organisers of Plast 2026 have presented the event's conference programme. The agenda covers industrial competitiveness, the circular economy, recycling, processing, regulations and digitalisation.

2026-05-13 fairs

Plas Mec to present mixing systems at Plast 2026

Plas Mec announces it will present solutions for mixing powders and PVC dry blends at Plast 2026 in Milan. The company highlights, among others, the Combimix-Hc system and the Trr mixer with interchangeable containers.

2026-04-21 mills

5 myths about PVC edging and facts you should know

Outdated views on regulation, environmental aspects and processing still surround PVC edgebanding. Below are five common myths contrasted with technical information and statements from the manufacturer, MAAG Polska.

2025-11-17 polyvinyl chloride (PVC)

KraussMaffei debuts 3-layer PVC die head for recycled pipes

KraussMaffei Extrusion will showcase the KM-3L RK 42-HP at K 2025, a 3-layer PVC pipe head designed to process up to 100% recycled material. The system targets stable operation, lower material costs and improved surface quality in wastewater pipe extrusion.

2025-09-15 pipes