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Tosca expands UDP half pallet adoption across Europe

Tosca expands UDP half pallet adoption across Europe

Following broad uptake in the UK, Tosca is extending its reusable plastic UDP half pallet across European retail, citing operational efficiencies, merchandising flexibility and measured sustainability benefits.

Siemens and Envalior develop bio-based housing for Sirius 3RQ4

Siemens and Envalior develop bio-based housing for Sirius 3RQ4

Siemens Smart Infrastructure introduced Sirius 3RQ4 coupling relays with housings made from Akulon K225-KS B-MB, a PA6 grade from Envalior containing 70 percent bio-based content sourced from used cooking oil via mass balance. The series offers three variants and meets Siemens EcoTech criteria.

Syensqo expands market-first non-fluorosurfactant perfluoroelastomer portfolio

Syensqo expands market-first non-fluorosurfactant perfluoroelastomer portfolio

Syensqo has expanded its non-fluorosurfactant perfluoroelastomer portfolio with new grades rated for continuous operation up to 320°C. The materials target high-purity, high-temperature vacuum service in semiconductor sealing, with variants now available for sampling, trial and commercial use.Syensqo expands market-first non-fluorosurfactant perfluoroelastomer portfolio

Gabriel-Chemie completes expansion of Hungarian site

Gabriel-Chemie completes expansion of Hungarian site

Gabriel-Chemie Group has opened an expanded production facility in Nyíregyháza, Hungary, following an investment of approximately €6.5 million. The project increases capacity, modernises infrastructure and adds energy-efficient systems, including a planned 250 kWp photovoltaic installation.

Nordson BKG debuts high-throughput PolyNeo melt pumps at K 2025

Nordson BKG debuts high-throughput PolyNeo melt pumps at K 2025

Nordson BKG GmbH introduced new high-throughput sizes for its PolyNeo melt pump line at K 2025. The pumps support up to 20 tons per hour and feature advanced heating for precise thermal control, aiming to cut waste and energy use while maintaining consistent melt quality.

Envalior introduces halogen-free PBT for high-voltage connectors

Envalior introduces halogen-free PBT for high-voltage connectors

Envalior has unveiled a new halogen-free, flame-retardant PBT, Pocan BFN4232ZHR S1, combining the dimensional stability and electrical insulation of PBT with hydrolysis and creep resistance comparable to polyamide 6 and 66. The grade targets high-voltage connectors, AI data centers and 48 V systems.

RecyClass introduces sorting process certification

RecyClass introduces sorting process certification

RecyClass released its Sorting Process Certification, aligning sorting controls with EU Regulation 2022/1616 for potential food-contact recycling. Sorting centres and downstream waste traders can apply from early 2026.

Rexelian launches recycled polyolefin compounds for mobility

Rexelian launches recycled polyolefin compounds for mobility

Rexelian has launched as an independent compounder of recycled PP and PE for mobility, appliances and electronics, leveraging access to GCR Group’s 500 kt per year infrastructure and focusing on traceability, quality and EU circularity targets.