Sidel’s EvoBLOW Laser after drinktec trade fair
Sidel reviews the launch of its EvoBLOW Laser technology following the drinktec trade fair, highlighting energy savings, simplified operation and alignment with the company’s innovation culture.
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SKZ supports plastics companies in design for circularity
The SKZ Plastics Centre supports plastics processors and manufacturers in implementing design for circularity, offering structured guidance from basic qualification to company-specific roadmaps for circular value creation.
Domo Chemicals again achieves EcoVadis platinum rating
Domo Chemicals has once more received the EcoVadis Platinum Medal, achieving a score of 90/100 and ranking among the top 1% of companies worldwide in sustainability performance across environment, labor and human rights, ethics and sustainable procurement.
Syensqo awarded for bio-based epoxy prepreg in motorsport
Syensqo has received the Green Tech Award at the Race Tech World Motorsport Symposium for its bio-based MTM 49-3 epoxy prepreg, which combines 30% bio-sourced content with unchanged motorsport performance parameters.
High-end closures for luxury brands: Novassu trusts KraussMaffei
French closure specialist Novassu uses a KraussMaffei CXZ 250/1000-750 Multinject to produce crystal-clear cosmetic closures with 30% recycled content, combining sandwich and index plate technology for higher flexibility and consistent quality.
Material quality, exchange and concrete applications
At K 2025 in Düsseldorf, WIS Kunststoffe focused on its FDA-cleared post-consumer rPP grade for food-contact applications and on in-depth technical discussions with customers about regulatory-compliant recyclate solutions for packaging, consumer goods and automotive uses.
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Outdated views on regulation, environmental aspects and processing still surround PVC edgebanding.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.
Wacker debuts biomethanol-based silicone gel at Compamed 2025
At Compamed 2025, Wacker will showcase Silpuran eco 2114, a biomethanol-based silicone gel for skin adhesives, alongside new findings on transdermal delivery and Elastosil grades for pharmaceutical tubing.
Elm-plastic launches first bioplastic pipette for healthcare
Elm-plastic, in collaboration with Biovox and Ultrapolymers Deutschland, has introduced the first commercially available bioplastic pipette for pharmaceutical and medical applications. The product uses MedEco compounds based on PLA or bio-based PE and meets common regulatory requirements.
Coveris Winsford earns dual RecyClass Level 2 certifications
Coveris' Winsford site received the RecyClass Recycling Process and Recycled Plastics Traceability certificates at Level 2, confirming process integrity and chain of custody for recycled plastics.
Amcor adds lightweight Shadow roll-on for deo packaging
Amcor has expanded its deodorant packaging range with Shadow, a lightweight roll-on offering branding flexibility and recycle-ready PE and PP components that can include up to 60% PCR content.
PulPac and Future Materials form fiber packaging partnership
Sweden-based PulPac and start-up Future Materials Sweden have entered a strategic collaboration to expand dry molded fiber packaging into new market segments and support brands in reducing single-use plastics.