Author: Namrata Devkota

India Strengthens Its Tooling Edge at DMI 2026 The 14th Die & Mould India Exhibition (DMI 2026), organized by the Tool & Gauge Manufacturers Association of India (TAGMA), concluded on a highly successful note at the Bombay Exhibition Centre. Held from April 21–24, 2026, the four-day event served as a definitive platform for the tooling industry, bringing together over 350 exhibitors and more than 35,000 visitors to showcase the latest advancements in manufacturing technology. The exhibition highlighted the rapid momentum within India’s manufacturing ecosystem, featuring over 35 product launches and participation from more than 15 industry sectors, including automotive, aerospace…

Advanced Drive Solutions by Leister Redefine Industrial Welding New brushless drive generation for Leister welding equipment With the new MICROdrive, ECOdrive and POWERdrive motor families, Leister is taking a targeted technological step forward in industrial drive technology. These brushless motors are developed and manufactured entirely in-house. They are specifically designed for use in Leister welding equipment. They therefore form a key technological component of future generations of devices. “The motor has a direct impact on the performance, control accuracy and lifespan of a welding device,” explains Pascal Bösch, Vice President R&D at Leister. “By developing our own motor technology, we…

Husky Technologies Drives Innovation In Sustainable And High-Performance Manufacturing At Chinaplas 2026 SHANGHAI, China – Husky Technologies, a pioneering technology provider enabling the delivery of essential needs to the global community, is highlighting more than 30 years of investment in China and Asia Pacific with a significant presence at Chinaplas 2026. The company is exhibiting from April 21-24 in Hall 4.1, Booth C24. “Our longstanding presence in this region has enabled us to closely understand the day-to-day challenges and priorities of local food, beverage, consumer packaging, and medical device producers,” said Robert Domodossola, Husky’s President and CEO. “Chinaplas is an…

Durable Translucent PP Supports New Trends In Automotive Lighting And Design New stabilizer solutions meet rigorous weathering and thermal aging requirements in automotive applications Syensqo has launched CYASORB CYXTRA V9800 and V9100, a new stabilizer series that enables automotive manufacturers and compounders to expand the use of translucent polypropylene (PP) in both interior and exterior applications, combining modern design aesthetics with long-term durability. As automotive design increasingly incorporates light, transparency and refined surface effects, materials such as translucent PP offer new creative possibilities. However, their sensitivity to UV exposure and heat has historically limited their use in demanding environments. Syensqo’s…

Veolia Marks 25 Years Of Research And Development Excellence In Hoskote 25 years of innovation at Hoskote: Veolia celebrates a quarter century of manufacturing, technology development and global exports from its flagship plant near Bangalore, now a world-class hub for membrane manufacturing, specialty chemicals and advanced water technologies, exporting to more than 20 countries and supported by a Technology Center with over 100 patents. A new benchmark for customer engagement: Inauguration of the Veolia Customer Experience Center, a hub for collaboration, digital innovation and co-creation with customers across South Asia. Committed to a greener future: Launch of a solar panel…

PLAST 2026 Milan: Europe’s Key Platform for Plastics & Rubber Innovation  A Global Meeting Point for Plastics Innovation where Global Industry Leaders, Advanced Technologies and Sustainability Innovations Set the Stage for Europe’s Second-Largest Plastics & Rubber Trade Fair  Plast 2026 Media Tour attended by Mr. Ginu Joseph, Editor in Chief of Modern Plastics India and Modern Plastics TV and covered the entire press tour and happy to share the information;  In June 2026, the global plastics and rubber industry will once again gather in Milan, Italy, for PLAST 2026, one of the most influential trade fairs in the sector. Widely…

3D-Printed Padding Systems Increase Safety And Quality Of EOD Helmets rpm advances the development and production of safety-critical helmet padding using 3D printing – supported by amsight, Farsoon, and Fraunhofer IPA. Padding Systems for Safety-Critical Applications EOD helmets are a key component of personal protective equipment for explosive ordnance disposal technicians. In addition to the outer protective shell, the internal padding plays a decisive role in energy absorption, secure fit, and wearer comfort. At the same time, these components are subject to stringent requirements regarding quality, reproducibility, and documentation. The additively manufactured padding system developed by rpm is based on…

Sustainability As A Success Factor In The Cosmetics Industry As the world’s leading trade fair for processing and packaging solutions, interpack brings together decision-makers and experts from a wide range of industries – from food, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics to chemicals and consumer goods. Sustainability is a central issue across the board. In the cosmetics industry in particular, the growing environmental awareness of consumers and regulatory requirements are driving innovation along the entire value chain, with packaging playing a key role. Current developments are demonstrating how manufacturers, machine builders and material suppliers are translating these challenges into market-ready solutions. The ecological…

SAVE FOOD Strengthens Global Alliance: Official Partnership With UNIDO And World Packaging Organisation The SAVE FOOD Initiative is further expanding its international cooperation and deepening its partnership with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and the World Packaging Organisation (WPO). The cooperation aims to continue strengthening the role of packaging, processing and industrial innovation in the global fight against food loss and waste. At interpack 2026, the SAVE FOOD Initiative will be deploying a variety of formats to show how it is advancing its goals worldwide. SAVE FOOD Initiative has been working with international organisations, industry partners and institutions…

ENGEL Wins Public Award At Swiss Plastics 2026 For The First Autonomous Injection Moulding Cell Industry meeting point and driver of future topics Swiss Plastics Expo 2026 brought together more than 3,800 industry professionals in Lucerne. Around 200 exhibitors presented solutions for modern, resource-efficient and high-performance plastics processing – from efficient series production to innovative specialist applications. Direct exchange at eye level shaped the event just as much as the high information content of the supporting programme. Exhibition Director Sara Bussmann expressed her satisfaction: “Swiss Plastics Expo impressively demonstrated how innovative and adaptable the industry is. The personal dialogue between…