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How smart energy monitoring enhances competitiveness

How smart energy monitoring enhances competitiveness

Energy efficiency involves more than sustainability. It has a noticeable effect on competitiveness especially in the packaging industry, where unit costs must be calculated with an extremely sharp pencil.

FCS participates in the third seminar on the group standard

FCS participates in the third seminar on the group standard

On May 15, 2025, the Zhejiang Plastics Machinery Industry Association held the third seminar on the group standard "Energy Consumption Testing Method for Multi-Component Plastic Injection Molding Machines" at the Ningbo Shipu Grand Hotel.

KraussMaffei customer Osbra: successful in the luxury niche

KraussMaffei customer Osbra: successful in the luxury niche

The indispensable partner comes from Bad Wörishofen, Germany: Many automotive OEMs rely on the cooperation with Osbra GmbH for their luxury brands - and their technical expertise in the areas of injection molding and reaction process machinery.

Elix Polymers presents new colour trends for several industries

Elix Polymers presents new colour trends for several industries

Elix Polymers has developed a range of new colours inspired by the latest trends and tailored to meet the specific requirements of various industries. These innovative colours can be produced using different resins from the Elix Polymers product portfolio, including ABS, ABS/PC and PC/ABS.

Borealis creates first comprehensive reusable cup system

Borealis creates first comprehensive reusable cup system

The Messe Düsseldorf (Düsseldorf Exhibition Center) will use reusable cups at all restaurants and bars throughout K 2025, made from Borealis modified polypropylene for foam, which is produced using chemically recycled feedstock based on OMV’s ReOil technology.

Formnext 2025: Call for speakers for stage program open

Formnext 2025: Call for speakers for stage program open

Having achieved international acclaim for its supporting program on three stages, Formnext is continuing its successful multistage concept in 2025. The Industry, Application, and Technology Stages will host discussions on current and future applications, technological developments, and overarching trends in Additive Manufacturing.

SKZ presents pioneering testing systems

SKZ presents pioneering testing systems

The SKZ Plastics Center presents modern solutions for high-precision detection of even the smallest defects in plastic products. Companies benefit from comprehensive support - from selection and adaptation to development and seamless integration of automated testing systems.