Author: Vishaka Pole
Americhem Introduces nPure and nZorb for Embedded Performance in Fibers and Nonwovens Americhem, a global leader in custom polymer solutions, today announced the launch of nPure and nZorb, two complementary PFAS-free functional additive technologies designed to engineer performance within the polymer matrix. Developed for fiber and nonwoven applications, the technologies help manufacturers address two critical performance requirements: durable odor control and moisture management. As manufacturers continue to seek more durable, material-level solutions, functional additive technologies are gaining traction for their ability to deliver consistent performance while simplifying manufacturing by reducing reliance on separate topical treatment steps. By incorporating functionality within…
Dr. Axel Von Wiedersperg Takes Charge as Chairman The inaugural meeting of the Exhibitor Advisory Board has marked the start of preparations for K 2028. The world’s leading trade fair for the plastics and rubber industry will take place in Düsseldorf from 18 to 25 October 2028. The Advisory Board supports Messe Düsseldorf in the strategic and conceptual development of K and advises it on fundamental issues regarding the focus, programme structure and communication of the world’s leading trade fair. At the start of the Advisory Board meeting, the committee unanimously elected Dr Axel von Wiedersperg, CEO of Brückner Group…
Technology That Transforms Waste Into Value: An Interview With Mr. Anish Trivedi, Sales Manager, ECON Machinery Private Limited How is ECON adapting its pelletizing technology to meet the evolving demands of the Indian plastics industry? ECON is adapting to the evolving needs of the Indian plastics industry by offering flexible and reliable pelletizing solutions for virgin, recycled, and specialty polymers. We focus on high pellet quality, energy efficiency, automation, and strong local service support. With the combination of Austrian technology and local expertise, we help customers improve productivity, reduce downtime, and meet the growing demand for advanced compounding and recycling…
Nano101 – Multi-Layer Solutions For Modern Industry Building on the success of previous generations of SmartCast stretch film lines, SML has now developed the fourth generation of the SmartCast Infinity, equipped with the latest advancements: a newly developed nanolayer feedblock for 101 layers. Nanolayer technology is an advanced technology in stretch film production to improve film quality and wrapping application. Nano-layered film gives stretch film incredible performance despite its thickness. While Nano67 is already an established technology for high-end applications on the market, SML now pushes this technology further. What makes Nano101 unique? In close collaboration with Cloeren and drawing on…
Smart Production And AI Innovation Define ENGEL’s Presence At Plast 2026 At Plast 2026, ENGEL presents innovation as a dialogue with industry: not only technologies, but an integrated ecosystem of solutions, digital assistants, AI-based systems and automation designed to deliver value, efficiency and quality across manufacturing processes. For injection moulders, this means solutions that help stabilise production, reduce scrap, make better use of available resources and improve cost efficiency across a broad range of applications. Today, in injection moulding, the real challenge is no longer just to produce, but to do so efficiently, while maintaining consistent quality and full cost control, even in the…
W&H And GARANT Gain Positive Response At Interpack Flexible Packaging Showcase Interpack has once again confirmed its role as a key platform for international exchange in the packaging industry, concluding successfully for Windmöller & Hölscher (W&H) and its subsidiary GARANT Maschinenhandel (GARANT). The international trade fair for packaging, dosing, processing, and logistics took place in Düsseldorf from May 7-13, 2026. The booth was very well attended on almost all days, providing ideal conditions for in-depth discussions with customers and partners from around the world. The focus was clearly on personal interactions and direct dialogue: existing relationships were further strengthened, and new contacts were established. “interpack…
Covestro Builds New TPU Application Development Hub In China Three-site network now complete: AD Center in Guangzhou, production in Zhuhai, and R&D in Changhua – driving integrated regional synergies Strategically located near key industry clusters in consumer electronics, automotive, footwear, PPF and specialty extrusion Co-located Engineering Plastics and Specialty Films teams bring compounding, color and film capabilities for customers Covestro today officially opened its new Thermoplastic Polyurethanes (TPU) Application Development (AD) Center in Guangzhou, China. The opening marks a significant milestone in implementing the company’s strategy to bring innovation closer to customers across Asia-Pacific. The new AD Center complements the…
Flexipet Rolls Out Updated Extrusion Line For PET Sheet Manufacturing SML announces the launch of the FlexiPET, a brand-new production-scale demonstration line for thermoforming sheet located at SML’s Technology Centre. The sheet extrusion line features a completely redesigned machine architecture, and delivers smart innovations at every level: most notably SML’s new twin-screw extruder TSE80 for polyester, a modernised roll stack, and the new W650 winder. The FlexiPET is a co-extrusion sheet line configured for a classic 3-layer structure (A/B/A), but which also has the versatility to operate as a 2-layer line (A/B) as required. Extrusion excellence: TSE 80 combined with…
RAKEZ Advances Ras Al Khaimah’s Competitive Edge With Investment-Focused Partnerships In the presence of HH Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) signed two strategic agreements – with MAGRABi Retail Group and Mighty Industrial Park – during the 5th edition of Make it in the Emirates (MIITE), held at ADNEC Centre in Abu Dhabi, reinforcing the emirate’s growing position as a competitive hub for industrial investment and advanced manufacturing. The agreements reflect increasing investor confidence in Ras Al Khaimah’s industrial ecosystem and its ability to…
Christina Slopek-Hauff Gains Prestigious Drupa Prize 2026 Recognition The drupa Prize 2026 has been awarded to literary scholar Christina Slopek-Hauff for her outstanding doctoral thesis in the field of English and American Studies. With her thesis “Plural Psychologies: Interrogating Mental Illness in Anglophone African and African-Diasporic Fiction”, she makes an innovative contribution to interdisciplinary literary and cultural studies. With this prize, drupa annually supports outstanding early-career researchers from the Faculty of Arts at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf. The drupa Prize, worth 6,000 euros, was presented on 7 May 2026 during a formal ceremony at the exhibition grounds in…