Author: Namrata Devkota
50 Years of Commitment to Quality, Innovation & Sustainability PIMCO: From Mini Granulators to Global Recycling Machinery Solutions Five decades of innovation, engineering precision and customer commitment have shaped PIMCO’s journey in plastics recycling machinery, led by founder Mr. N. Chandrakant and the second generation, Mr. Vinay Nandwana and Mr. Vipul Nandwana. In an industry where technological advancement and sustainability are becoming increasingly important, five decades of experience represent more than just a milestone. They reflect a legacy of vision, perseverance and continuous innovation. PIMCO, which began its journey in 1975 with the manufacturing of mini granulators, has grown into…
From Vision to Reality: World’s First Fossil-Free LDPE Facility Set to Redefine Plastics Vioneo awards ECI Group contract to build world’s first LDPE plant using entirely fossil-free feedstock Vioneo, a European pioneer in fossil-free plastics, has awarded a major contract to ECI Group, a global leader in polymer technology licensing and engineering services. The project will deliver the world’s first low-density polyethylene (LDPE) plant to operate using an entirely fossil-free feedstock. The facility, to be built in Antwerp, Belgium, represents a pivotal step in the transition to sustainable plastics. It will use ECI Group’s proprietary autoclave technology to produce 110,000…
Mastering Packaging Line Harmony Unveiled at PPMA Total 2025 Sidel, a global leader in packaging solutions for the food, home and personal care (FHPC) and beverage sectors, is set to return to the special edition of PPMA Total Show 2025 with a powerful message: when every element of your line plays in harmony, performance follows. Under the banner “One conductor. One perfectly executed line,” Sidel invites visitors to Stand E52 at NEC Birmingham to explore how precision engineering, targeted upgrades, and local expertise combine to optimise equipment and packaging performance – whether manufacturers are starting a project from scratch or…
“Good solutions require bringing together every player within the value chain” An Executive Interview on the road to K 2025 with Dr. Torsten Schmitz (Managing Director, Extrusion Business Unit) and Mr. Hermann Veismann (Managing Director, Printing and Finishing Business Unit) at Windmöller & Hölscher Why will W&H be represented at the next K with both its extrusion division and printing division? Hermann Veismann: Many of our customers are active in both fields; that is why we have decided to showcase our capabilities in both areas for the first time. The range of products and services in both the printing and extrusion…
Drinktec 2025 Showcases the Next Generation of Packaging At drinktec 2025, Sidel will ignite a new era for packaging, with the introduction of groundbreaking laser technology for blowing, alongside an exciting range of new solutions for packaging in PET, can and glass. Visitors to this premier event in Munich September 15-19, will discover new ways to tackle the most pressing challenges faced by food, beverage, and personal care producers today. They will experience firsthand how Sidel’s laser technology, among other significant advancements, represents a leap forward in performance and sustainability. Pietro Cassani, President and CEO of Sidel, shares, “We invite…
Live Extrusion and Printing Demonstrations Await Visitors at K 2025 German machine manufacturer and flexible packaging specialist Windmöller & Hölscher (W&H) will exhibit at K 2025 in Düsseldorf, Germany, from October 8–15, as well as at its In-house EXPO at company headquarters in Lengerich. Highlights include a new development for MDO lines, solutions for easier machine operation, and a range of sustainable packaging applications. A special highlight: W&H will feature two running machines at its booth, with live demonstrations in extrusion and printing. W&H will be present in Düsseldorf with its 1,100 sqm booth in Hall 17, Booth A57. “By…
Digital innovations make trade fair participation smoother and more user-friendly K in Düsseldorf now offers the AI-supported chatbot ‘K Assistant’, a virtual companion that provides exhibitors and visitors with targeted information around the clock – individually, multilingually and intelligently. K Assistant is available to assist anyone interested at www.k-online.com. Whether you need initial information on hall plans, exhibitor offers, the supporting programmed or services, the chatbot ensures you are perfectly prepared for an optimal trade fair experience. ‘With K Assistant, we are offering an innovative service that enables visitors and exhibitors to plan their trade fair visit even more efficiently,’…
Future-Ready Packaging Portfolio Unveiled at FACHPACK 2025 Constantia Flexibles kicked off 2025 with key milestones: acquiring Aluflexpack, expanding its product portfolio, and launching digital printing in Denmark. Its Low Carbon Aluminum Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) calculation has been validated by TÜV Süd. Visit booth 4-523 to explore the company’s innovations. Constantia Flexibles, the world’s third-largest producer of flexible packaging, enters FACHPACK 2025 following a period of strategic investment, technological advancement, and portfolio expansion, reinforcing its position in premium flexible packaging and sustainability leadership. Earlier this year, Constantia Flexibles completed the acquisition of Aluflexpack, a leading European supplier of customized flexible packaging solutions. This move significantly…
The next generation of fitting production is here with tie bar less tech With the new electric, tie-bar-less victory electric 220, ENGEL is presenting an injection moulding machine at K 2025 that is a genuine world first in terms of its design. It combines the benefits of ENGEL’s tie-bar-less technology with maximum energy efficiency, high precision, short cycle times and a reduced footprint – addressing increased customer demands and making it ideal for use in fitting production. The new machine will be unveiled to the public for the first time at the centre of a fully automated production cell in…
Breakthrough injection molding efficiency powered by intelligent hot runner solutions At K 2025, taking place in Düsseldorf/Germany from 8 to 15 October, Oerlikon HRSflow will showcase at Hall 1/Stand C72 its groundbreaking STARgate HRS hot runner technology, which enables precise control of melt injection into the mold cavity through a revolutionary Valve Gate concept. Another new development is the Glow HRS solution, which allows for the direct injection of aesthetic parts in amorphous materials. Systems from the global hot runner specialist will also run live at partner companies, including an injection molding tool for automotive parts that delivers a flawless…