At Fakuma 2026, Sumitomo (SHI) Demag and technotrans will present all-electric injection molding applications for packaging, optics and medical technology, with a focus on process integration, energy efficiency and part quality.
Competek offers an integrated line conversion service for FMCG manufacturers. The solution is intended to simplify packaging format changes, reduce downtime and support the optimisation of existing equipment.
Barmag has introduced the type 6020 ceramic oiler for PA6 and PA6.6 yarn processing. The unit is designed for low-titer applications from 5 to 100 denier and is also offered as a retrofit solution.
Arburg has signed an agreement to acquire Stork Plastics Machinery B.V. from Stibbe Participaties B.V. The transaction is intended to expand Arburg’s portfolio in large injection moulding machines and packaging applications.
Sacmi hosted more than 300 participants from 66 countries at the Packaging Innovation Summit 2026 in Imola. The event focused on rigid packaging technologies, sustainability, digitalisation, process control and new materials.
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions has expanded its European production center in Malta to support semiconductor customers. The facility adds cleanroom capacity and will focus on FKM and FFKM products, including new fluorosurfactant-free materials.
Ningbo FCS delivered a customized HB-2500R electric horizontal rotary table multi-component injection molding machine to Koito for advanced automotive lighting applications.
Albis will exhibit healthcare material solutions at Medtec China 2026 in Shanghai. The company will focus on diagnostics, pharmaceutical packaging, drug delivery systems, diabetes care and surgical instruments.
Nineteen young engineers from ten countries completed Sidel’s three-week Nextgen Innovation Lab programme. Participants worked on challenges in packaging, sustainability, automation and artificial intelligence.
The Cold Surface project is developing prefabricated façade systems using photoluminescent materials to reduce heat build-up. The partners aim to lower envelope surface temperatures by up to 2 °C and cut cooling energy demand by 5% to 10%.
Krones increased order intake and improved profitability in the first half of 2026. The company confirmed its full-year guidance despite macroeconomic uncertainty and currency translation effects.
Material selection and digital process optimisation are increasingly affecting waste levels in signage production. Both substrates designed for laser processing and software supporting job preparation and execution are important.