35 Years of ENGEL tie-bar-less technology
When ENGEL first unveiled a tie-bar-less injection moulding machine at the K trade fair in Düsseldorf in 1989, the reaction was mixed: technical fascination on one hand, open scepticism on the other.
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Hasco Wiring test device H1210/… - for faster and more reliable testing
With the new wiring test device H1210/…, Hasco has set new standards in the fast and reliable testing of hot runner moulds. The compact, battery-operated testing device recognises electrical connections such as heating elements, temperature sensors, earth faults, and wiring errors in the space of seconds - directly and unmistakably.
Labelexpo Europe 2025: sustainability and innovation in Barcelona
Labelexpo Europe 2025, the leading event for the label and package printing industry is placing sustainability at the very heart of this year’s iteration. Taking place at Fira Gran Via in Barcelona from 16 - 19 September, the show has already expanded 15 percent compared to the 2023 edition and is set to welcome over 650 exhibitors.
KraussMaffei Extrusion fuels growth in the Cable-Compound-Market
KraussMaffei Extrusion now offers machine technology with the flexible ZE BluePower, which processes formulations with halogen-free flame retardants in polyolefins - as an alternative to conventional cable formulations based on halogenated flame retardants.
Movacolor at K 2025
Movacolor is heading to K 2025, this fairs brings together manufacturers, machine builders, brand owners, OEMs, and suppliers for eight days of cutting-edge innovations, live demonstrations, and industry networking.
Evosys presents future trends at the K trade fair!
At this year's K trade fair, the world's leading supplier for laser plastic welding will be presenting the latest technologies such as the Evo2Step process and absorption measurement.
Wittmann Group opens new technology center in Nuremberg
At the beginning of July, Wittmann Battenfeld Deutschland opened its expanded and redesigned application technology center at its Nuremberg site with a customer event.
PRS ME&A 2025 names Circular Packaging Association as official knowledge partner
The Plastic Recycling Show Middle East & Africa has announced a strategic partnership with the Circular Packaging Association as its Official Knowledge Partner for the event’s highly anticipated third edition, set to take place from 15–17 September 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
Reopening of the Arburg Technology Center in Rednitzhembach
The Arburg Technology Center (ATC) in Rednitzhembach has been extensively renovated, modernised and significantly enlarged since the autumn of 2022. During the transition period, the Arburg team supported customers on site with great commitment and flexibility.
hubergroup Print Solutions strengthens presence in France with new mixing station
With the commissioning of a new mixing station on the economically significant Sainte-Sigolène plateau, hubergroup Print Solutions is sending a strong signal for growth, customer proximity, and responsiveness.
Exolon Group S.p.A. acquires AkyVer polycarbonate product portfolio from Corplex
Exolon Group S.p.A. intends to acquire the AkyVer polycarbonate sheet business from Corplex (Kaysersberg, France). The signing of the agreement took place on 2 July 2025, with the transaction planned to close by mid-August 2025.
EIB backs Swedish innovation packaging company PulPac
The European Investment Bank is lending €20 million to Swedish sustainable-packaging company PulPac to tackle global plastic pollution. The EIB financing will support development and commercialization of a fiber-based technology developed by PulPac as an alternative to single-use plastics.
