Author: Kuldeep Singh

HB-Therm Now Also Represented By Arburg In Spain Shared values as the foundation of a strong partnership HB-Therm has appointed Arburg as a second distributor for its entire product range in Spain. With the headquarters of the Spanish subsidiary in Arganda del Rey, south-east of Madrid, and a further location in Montcada i Reixach (Barcelona), Arburg will further strengthen HB-Therm’s market presence in Spain. In addition to the globally respected Thermo-6 temperature control units, the expanded portfolio also includes the new Flow-6 flowmeters and flow controllers. With Thermo-6 and the Gate-6 interface server, digitalisation is becoming an integral part of…

WITTMANN At Chinaplas 2026 In Shanghai Performance Meets Cost-Effectiveness – From Local Production WITTMANN auf der Chinaplas 2026: Halle 4.1, Stand D41 At Chinaplas 2026, the WITTMANN Group is setting a milestone. For the first time, an injection molding machine will be presented that from now on is being produced at the company’s own facility in China. The all-electric EcoPrimus combines precision and efficiency with very high cost-effectiveness. With a total of three live machine exhibits and a comprehensive presentation of auxiliaries and automation solutions, WITTMANN will be presenting itself as an innovative partner to the injection molding industry at…

Clean, Compatible And Easy To Handle: Hosokawa Alpine With New Granulate Intake Unit For Extruders Hosokawa Alpine presents a newly developed granulate intake unit for extruders. The innovation impresses with its simple handling, harmonises perfectly with other Alpine system components, and reliably prevents dust deposits. As a result, users benefit from greater process reliability and consistently high product quality. Simple function with slide valve and metal separator The granulate intake unit links the dosing unit of a blown film line with the feed throat of the extruder. At Hosokawa Alpine, the granulate intake unit includes three fully integrated slide valves…

Hydraulic Presses From Wickert For The Manufacture Of Safety-Related Components In The Defense Industry Wickert Maschinenbau considers itself well positioned for the manufacture of safety-related components in the defense industry. For many years, the German family-owned company has been developing and manufacturing complete systems consisting of hydraulic composite presses with automated loading and unloading and efficient temperature control for customers in the defense sector. Steve Büchner, sales engineer, emphasizes: “We have earned the long-standing trust of customers in the defense sector, who manufacture complex safety-critical components on our high-precision press systems.” Wide range of applications The systems can be used…

Indorama Ventures And AMB Spa Introduce Industrial-Scale Breakthrough For Recyclable Multilayer Trays — Advancing EU Circularity Goals Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited, a global sustainable chemical company, and AMB Spa, one of Europe’s leading packaging solutions providers, have unveiled a next-generation PET multilayer tray designed for recycling. Helping to meet the European Union’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) and accelerate true circularity for complex food packaging. The two companies have jointly developed a tray structure that embeds recycled PET flakes within the core, while applying virgin food-grade PET to the outer layers. The design matches the performance — food…

Sidel Achieves Two Sustainability Recognitions At The SEAL Awards 2026 Sidel has won in two categories at the SEAL (Sustainability, Environmental Achievement and Leadership) Business Sustainability Awards 2026. The first was given to the EvoBLOW Laser, a breakthrough for packaging in PET which received the Sustainable Innovation Award, and the second for the latest tunnel pasteurizer, SWING Evo, which has been recognised for the Sustainable Product Award. Both highlight Sidel’s game-changing solutions as they support beverage producers in contributing to a more sustainable future. Launched in 2017, the awards “celebrate the companies and leaders across the globe that make measurable…

ZAHORANSKY Awarded Bronze Medal By Ecovadis Company confirms its commitment to sustainability and achieves a top ranking at the first attempt within its industry ZAHORANSKY AG has been awarded the Bronze Medal by the international rating platform EcoVadis in recognition of its achievements in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance. This places the machine and mould manufacturing specialist for brushes and brooms, oral care, and medical technology in the top third (top 35 percent) of all companies certified by EcoVadis. The award reflects the company’s long-standing corporate culture, which is based on responsible business practices and appreciation of its employees.…

Could you share the latest developments at AMAPLAST and your perspective on the Indian market following the Free Trade Agreement? How will it benefit both countries? First of all, thank you very much for the invitation. It is always a pleasure to be here with you and to engage once again with the AMAPLAST India community. As you rightly pointed out, the relationship between India and Italy dates back many years. I was recently reviewing export statistics, and the growth has been remarkable. Around 15 years ago, Italian exports of plastics and rubber machinery to India were approximately €20 million.…

Constantia Flexibles Highlights Decarbonization And Paper Packaging Advances At CFIA 2026 Constantia Flexibles, the second-biggest flexible packaging company in Europe, presents a comprehensive range of packaging solutions at CFIA 2026 in Rennes. This year’s showcase highlights major advancements in industrial digital printing, independently validated data on Low Carbon Aluminum, and significant developments within the EcoPaper portfolio and Low Carbon Aluminum products with independently validated product carbon footprints. Across all exhibits, the company focuses on high-performance materials, reliable functionality, and seamless integration into existing industrial processes. “Our customers need validated product carbon footprint (PCF) data, dependable machinability, and solutions that fit…

Plast 2026 is preparing for its twentieth edition, scheduled for 9-12 June 2026 at Fiera Milano, registering a positive performance despite the complex international geopolitical and economic scenario characterised by trade tensions and instability in global markets. The Milan-based event, Europe’s premier trade fair of the year for the plastics and rubber sector, demonstrates its resilience with the participation of over 160 new exhibitors to date compared to the previous edition, 30% of which are represented by international companies. This result takes on particular significance in a decidedly complex market context, which sees strategic sectors such as automotive undergoing a…