Author: Riya Kadam

ENGEL Expands Victory Series with Innovative Victory Electric ENGEL is expanding its renowned tie-bar-less victory injection moulding machine series with the integration of the previous e-motion TL, now introduced as the victory electric. This innovative addition combines the strengths of tie-bar-less technology with the advanced features of servo-electric drives, setting new standards in production technology. By incorporating the successful e-motion TL into the victory series under the name victory electric, ENGEL has restructured its portfolio of tie-bar-less injection moulding machines, offering three distinct categories within a single series: electric, hybrid, and hydraulic. The machine has been upgraded with state-of-the-art drive…

Think Plastic Brazil Brings 19 Leading Companies to The Inspired Home Show 2025 in Chicago Think Plastic Brazil, a comprehensive initiative aimed at the internationalization of the plastic-converted products sector, is being executed through a collaboration between ApexBrasil (the Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency) and INP (the Brazilian Plastics Institute). This initiative will take place in Chicago, United States, in March, where a delegation of 19 Brazilian companies will showcase their products at The Inspired Home Show, promoting the international presence of the converted plastics sector. This exhibition is recognized as one of the premier global events in the…

Guill Tool Appoints JCM Plastics Machinery as New Sales Partner Guill Tool, the global leader in extrusion tooling, has hired a new sales representative firm. Located in Roswell, Georgia, JCM Plastics Machinery is a plastics and rubber manufacturing equipment representative, covering the Southeastern U.S. territory. Joseph Guigli, the company’s President/Owner, holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Vermont. After graduation, he started working at Davis Standard in Pawcatuck, Connecticut. For the next 17 years, Guigli held various positions within the company ranging from mechanical engineer, screw designer, product manager, to regional sales manager and then Vice President…

TotalEnergies Announces €3.22/Share Dividend Proposal for 2024 with 7% Growth The Board of Directors met on February 4, 2025, and decided to propose at the Shareholders’ Meeting on May 23, 2025, the distribution of a dividend of 3.22 €/share for fiscal year 2024, a 7% increase compared to the dividend for fiscal year 2023 of 3.01 €/share. This increase is comparable to the 7.1% increase for fiscal year 2023 versus 2022. Consequently, taking into account the three interim dividends of 0.79 €/share previously decided by the Board of Directors, the final dividend for fiscal year 2024 will be 0.85 €/share,…

Westfalia Fruit Germany Welcomes Aldo Empirico as New Leader Westfalia Fruit is pleased to announce that Aldo Empirico has been appointed as leader of Westfalia Fruit Germany as of January 1st, 2025. Aldo, who has been with the business for 22 years has served as Managing Director for Westfalia Fruit Germany since 2020, together with Christoph Buchner, who has decided to leave the business as of December 31st 2024. Aldo will now lead the company’s operations and commercial activities in the country, building on the strong foundation established during his tenure. “I am excited to step into the role of…

How Direct Mail Stays Relevant: Four Winning Strategies By Erwin Busselot, Director Business Innovation & Solutions, Ricoh Graphic Communications, Ricoh Europe In an era dominated by digital strategies and communications, direct mail’s tangibility, creativity, and engagement, are among the reasons it remains relevant. It is why Keypoint Intelligence recently found it continues to play a vital role in generating meaningful interaction as brands and marketers adapt to shifting customer expectations. Its study reported that 16% of respondents always use direct mail in their marketing while 56% frequently incorporate it. Direct mail was very relevant for almost three-quarters of respondents. It…

Introducing Mecalac’s Groundbreaking eMWR EMWR WHEEL EXCAVATOR REDEFINING URBAN EXCAVATION Mid-sized wheeled excavators are essential for urban jobsites. Yet, their electric alternative do not exist today. These machines demand substantial power, which necessitates large batteries—an inherent challenge for their compact design. Balancing battery capacity, autonomy, performance, and cost control has been a long-unsolved equation. Mecalac’s R&D efforts have addressed this challenge, culminating in the eMWR: the first 100% electric midi wheeled excavator that delivers mobility, power, and efficiency in a compact package. RECONCILING COMPACTNESS WITH BATTERY RANGE In traditional midi wheeled excavators, the diesel engine is housed in the upper…

Mecalac Grows Its Zero-Emission Equipment Line for Urban Construction MECALAC LEADS THE CHARGE IN ZERO- EMISSION URBAN CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT Mecalac has reinforced its position as a pioneer in sustainable construction with the industry’s first line of medium-sized electric machines: the 11-ton e12 excavator loader, demoed as a concept for the first time in 2018, the 1000-litre eS1000 swing loader, and the 6-ton eMDX cabbed dumper. Now, the company is raising the bar again by introducing two new electric models: the first midi eMWR wheel excavator and the eS900tele telescopic loader. MECALAC E-SERIES SPEED UP THE MOVE TOWARDS MORE SUSTAINABLE JOBSITES…

Mecalac Unveils the Groundbreaking 12-Series The wheel excavator loader concept reflects Mecalac’s commitment to providing efficient solutions that simplify and accelerate work. Combining innovation and performance, the 12MTX has become a legendary machine, trusted by businesses of all sizes, from small contractors to global enterprises. True to the heritage of Mecalac excavator, the new generation is designed to ensure every customer finds the ideal fit for their business, with three models to choose from: the 12MSX, the 12MTX and the 12MRX. More than just an excavator, the 12-Series features the most compact excavators in the world. It stands out for…

Mecalac Unveils Revolutionary Rotating Design Backhoe loaders have been best-sellers due to their ability to load and dig with just one machine. Yet switching between these functions requires numerous laborious, repetitive tasks, performed dozens of times a day. This has proven to be a a deterrent for many, contributing to declining sales. Mecalac’s Revo990 revolutionizes the operator experience with a rotating cab, eliminating the hassle and providing a seamless operation never seen before. Since their creation in the 50s, all backhoe loaders are based on a traditional tractor design fitted with a loader arm at the front and an excavator…