Author: Namrata Devkota
Advanced All Electric Recycling Systems with Compact Foaming Highlighted at K 2025 At K 2025 ENGEL will be demonstrating how maximum sustainability, cost-efficient production and space-saving system concepts can be successfully combined. The focus is on a production solution for foamed technical parts made from 100 percent post-consumer recyclate. The heart of the exhibit is an all-electric e-mac 220 injection moulding machine which produces thick-walled and robust plastic parts for the construction industry on a minimal footprint. These components offer significant weight savings – in an energy-efficient, precisely foamed and fully automated process. The manufacturing principle used in this ENGEL…
Smart and Eco Friendly Innovations for Plastics and Rubber Production at K 2025 As a global plant manufacturer and reliable partner for future-proof, networked and sustainable solutions for high-quality bulk and raw materials, Zeppelin Systems will be showcasing its portfolio at K 2025, the trade fair for the plastics and rubber industry from October 8 to 15, 2025 in Düsseldorf. As part of the trade fair motto “The Power of Plastics! Green – Smart – Responsible.” the company presents its diverse solutions to the trade specialist audience. Plastic is a versatile material that is widely used worldwide due to its…
An Exclusive Interview with Mr. Mariano Suarez, beyond carnauba: bio-based waxes redefining stability and sustainability in coatings & Inks Global trade conditions are changing rapidly. From seasonal crop risks to new tariffs and supply chain constraints, the reliability of traditional waxes such as carnauba is decreasing. This volatility comes at a cost for coatings and inks manufacturers. “When trade conditions change, your wax supply shouldn’t,” says Mariano Suarez, Clariant’s Head of Marketing for Additives. “Our bio-based solutions, built on the innovation-driven LicocareTM RBW Vita platform and enhanced by new developments such as CeridustTM 1150, deliver stability, sustainability, and high performance.…
Game Changing Materials and Processes Presented to Inspire Industry Change at K 2025 At K 2025 in Dusseldorf, Germany, Dow will highlight the range of its materials science solutions to show how plastics can drive positive change and a more sustainable, customer-focused future under the subject “Generation Transformation.” “Inspired by this year’s K Show theme ‘The Power of Plastics’, we asked ourselves: who, or what, generates that power? It’s the innovation and collaboration among individuals and organizations, responding to the pressing challenges we face in industry and society. Jointly we are all part of Generation Transformation,” said Stephanie Kalil, commercial…
Innovative Solution Eliminates Risk of Insert Mix Ups in Complex Mould Tools With the new InsertKey Z088/…, HASCO introduces an innovative solution for the clear and unambiguous coding of mould inserts in injection moulding tools — a practical answer to one of the industry’s ongoing challenges. This new system, comprising the sleeve Z0881/… and the bush Z0882/…, reliably ensures that mould inserts can only be installed in one correct position. This not only eliminates the risk of insert mix-ups but also streamlines production workflows and boosts confidence in mould assembly processes. One of the standout advantages of the InsertKey system…
March 2026 Event to Showcase Breakthroughs in Sustainable Materials and Circular Design After its grand premiere in March 2025, the planning is now underway for the next Circular Valley Convention (CVC). On March 11 and 12, 2026, the legendary Areal Böhler in Düsseldorf will again become a buzzing hub of experts and thought leaders from business, science, policy, and civil society who share a common objective: accelerating the global transformation towards a genuinely circular economy. The CVC is already established as one of Europe’s most progressive events for the circular economy, convening the most influential stakeholders who understand that the…
Advanced Plastics Processing Highlighted at K 2025 ENGEL will showcase the successful integration of technical innovation, digital intelligence, and sustainability at K 2025. The presentation at the trade show focused on industry-specific injection molding solutions that help businesses produce goods more accurately, flexibly, and efficiently. From fully integrated production cells for the automotive, medical, technical molding, and packaging industries to the application of artificial intelligence in the operating injection molding process, they will demonstrate its technologies and solutions in real-world settings. In addition to seeing the world premiere of a new electric tie-bar-less injection molding machine, visitors are welcome to…
Upgraded Visual 4 Control Delivers More Power Better Connectivity and Enhanced Usability The newest robot control from Sepro Group connects plastics injection molders to a more user-friendly, powerful, and connectable control platform through a contemporary, lightweight user interface pendant. At the K 2025 trade show, the new Visual 4 control will be unveiled. In 2026, it will be accessible on all Sepro robots. The most recent automation-control technology, created by Sepro especially for plastics injection molding, is shown in Visual 4. As part of this project, new hardware and software solutions with improved functionalities were developed. Users with prior Visual…