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Boeing’s MQ-25 Incorporates Syensqo Composites Instead of Titanium

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Boeing’s MQ-25 Incorporates Syensqo Composites Instead of Titanium

Boeing’s MQ-25 Incorporates Syensqo Composites Instead of Titanium

Syensqo, a world pioneer in advanced materials, successfully proved its CYCOM 5250-4HT high service temperature prepreg as a competitive alternative to titanium on the MQ-25 Stingray exhaust nozzle in collaboration with Boeing, a major manufacturer of military and commercial aircraft.
Developed for the U.S. Navy, Boeing’s MQ-25 Stingray will be the first carrier-based unmanned aerial refueling vehicle in history.

The plane’s wing and fuselage skins are composed of Syensqo’s high performance CYCOM prepregs and FM adhesive materials. By incorporating CYCOM 5250-4HT on the exhaust nozzle concept, additional lightweighting is achieved, allowing the aircraft to carry more fuel while reducing reliance on titanium, enhancing both operational efficiency and supply chain resilience.

CYCOM 5250-4HT is a bismaleimide resin system with excellent thermal stability after thermal cycling and ideal for use in high temperature areas near engines for defense, propulsion, space and launch and high-performance automotive applications. It comes in a variety of carbon, glass and quartz product forms and is compatible with Syensqo’s high temperature adhesives and surfacing product line.

“The successful technology demonstration, made possible through the close collaboration between Boeing and Syensqo engineering teams, has validated the feasibility of integrating the CYCOM 5250-4HT material system into a composite exhaust nozzle structure,” stated Josh Dustin, Senior Manager with Boeing Research & Technology, Structures Technology. “This was a critical step in pushing forward the art of the possible with high-temperature composite applications.”

“Syensqo is delighted to continue our strong collaborative relationship with Boeing to enhance the MQ-25 Stingray vehicle performance,” said Marc Doyle, Executive Vice President of Syensqo Composite Materials. “This achievement demonstrates our commitment to driving innovation in high-temperature composites for the most demanding aerospace environments.”

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Greg McCunn’s Legacy in Thermoforming Recognized by SPE with Lifetime Award

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Greg McCunn’s Legacy in Thermoforming Recognized by SPE with Lifetime Award

Greg McCunn’s Legacy in Thermoforming Recognized by SPE with Lifetime Award

The Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) Thermoforming Division has presented its Lifetime Achievement Award to Greg McCunn, staff engineer for materials at John Deere.

On May 20, at SPE’s Thermoforming Awards Dinner at the Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia, the award was given to him by the Division’s Executive Committee. In 1991, Greg McCunn started working in the plastics sector by supplying Jeep with injection molds, which later joined Chrysler. Greg participated in eight Chrysler/Jeep model launches during the following seven years, and the molding facilities grew from a single facility with 29 presses to three factories with 53 presses.

In 1997, Greg moved to John Deere as a quality/manufacturing engineer and joined the styling team “re-skinning” the combine harvester in composites. Later in the buyer role, Greg learned about purchasing and the company’s plastics suppliers. John Deere does not produce plastics and composite-based products, relying on suppliers. Throughout his career, four of Greg’s hand-selected suppliers have won John Deere’s Achieve Excellence Annual Supplier Awards.

In 2000, John Deere initiated strategic sourcing to unify the buying communities between John Deere units and simplify the John Deere supply base. In 2002, Greg joined the strategic sourcing group as a supply base manager for composites. For the next nine years, Greg led decision focus efforts and selected sources for composite styling projects throughout John Deere agriculture factories. The mission consisted of pairing the John Deere project engineer with the appropriate material and process for each application. Materials and processes are supplier-specific, so Greg spent a lot of time on the road visiting potential suppliers and at trade shows learning about processes, suppliers and their capabilities.

In 2011, Greg joined the polymer materials team with the same mission: to align projects with the correct materials, processes and suppliers. Greg has presented at SPE Thermoforming Conferences and the SPE Thermoset Conference. He has been a staff engineer for materials at John Deere for the past 13 years.

“Greg has been instrumental in implementing plastic and composites in John Deere products,” said Paul Uphaus, SPE Thermoforming Division Chair. “He has been a longtime advocate for the thermoforming industry by using the process in his designs, and for that he has our sincere appreciation.”

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Aduro and Delphi launch environmental study on Hydrochemolytic chemical recycling

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Aduro and Delphi launch environmental study on Hydrochemolytic chemical recycling

Aduro and Delphi launch environmental study on Hydrochemolytic chemical recycling

Aduro Clean Technologies Inc., a clean technology company that uses chemistry to turn low-value feedstocks into 21st-century resources, such as waste plastics, heavy bitumen, and renewable oils, today announced that it has hired Delphi, a top Canadian sustainability consultant, to perform a Life Cycle Assessment (“LCA”) of the company’s hydrochemolytic technology for processing waste plastic.

Delphi is a strategic consulting firm with 35 years of experience, specializing in corporate sustainability, climate change, the green economy, and cleantech innovation. The LCA is part of Aduro’s strategic roadmap to independently assess and quantify the environmental performance of its chemical recycling platform through a phased, data-driven process. With increasing regulatory and market emphasis on measurable environmental outcomes, the LCA provides a foundation for engaging stakeholders with credible, third party-reviewed information. Additionally, the LCA will provide critical data to assist in identifying and minimizing inefficiencies and energy consumption throughout the process, assisting in maximizing resource efficiency and reducing operational costs.

The project will begin with a screening-level LCA focused on greenhouse gas (“GHG”) emissions and energy use, associated with operating the Hydrochemolytic technology process. This assessment, based on pre-pilot-scale performance data and forward-looking design parameters, will follow ISO 14040 and 14044 frameworks to provide directional insights into the technology’s environmental profile. This phase will lay the groundwork for future work as more detailed data becomes available. The screening assessment will support Aduro’s broader efforts to align its innovation strategy with the performance expectations of regulators, customers, and investors in the circular economy.

Subsequent phases of the LCA will incorporate operational data from the Company’s Next Generation Process (“NGP”) pilot plant, which is currently under construction. The second phase will provide a more comprehensive, ISO-compliant assessment of all relevant life cycle stages, including feedstock sourcing and downstream product pathways. A final phase is anticipated to support a comparative LCA, benchmarking the Hydrochemolytic process against other chemical recycling approaches.

“As we continue to focus on our commercial path, we are starting the preparation to assess the NGP pilot plant for its environmental performance and impact. Delphi is a highly reputable organization and is an ideal partner to perform the LCA work to assess and quantify the Hydrochemolytic technology’s performance and its ability to support decarbonization,” said Ofer Vicus, CEO of Aduro. “The outcomes from this work will inform our stakeholders with a transparent and data-driven view of our environmental profile and help position our technology as a viable solution for tackling plastic waste.”

“Our goal is to deliver a robust, independent assessment of the environmental impacts and benefits of Aduro’s process,” said Stephan Wehr, Vice President, Climate Change at Delphi. “The phased approach provides flexibility and responsiveness to available data while adhering to LCA best practices. Having supported LCA work on other chemical recycling processes, including pyrolysis, we see this as an important opportunity to highlight how alternative pathways like Hydrochemolysis may demonstrate a distinct environmental profile—particularly in terms of GHG emissions and energy intensity.”

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Strategic Alliance Between TechnoCompound and RE Plano Promotes Green Automotive Materials

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Strategic Alliance Between TechnoCompound and RE Plano Promotes Green Automotive Materials

Strategic Alliance Between TechnoCompound and RE Plano Promotes Green Automotive Materials

RE Plano GmbH, a division of REMONDIS Recycling, Lünen, and TechnoCompound GmbH, Bad Sobernheim, have decided to step up their cooperation on the use of post-consumer recycled materials (PCR) for automotive applications. The End-of-Life Vehicles Directive, also known as the directive on the recycling of end-of-life vehicles, is one of several planned and accepted European Union legislation on the sustainability of businesses and products that are currently being discussed again.

There are many obstacles to overcome when recycling materials from the lightweight packaging portion of household garbage sorting (often known as the “yellow bag”) for use in technical products. In recent years, both businesses have made significant advancements and investments in this field. “Building on our 35 years of experience in the use of recyclates in plastic compounds, the collaboration with RE Plano is an important step for the upcycling of PCR recyclates from the lightweight packaging fraction for technical applications, such as in vehicle interiors,” said Dirk Breitbach, Managing Director of TechnoCompound. The mechanical qualities of our goods, as well as emissions and odors, are subject to extremely stringent standards in this sector of application.

At its newest sorting facility in Bochum, RE Plano uses AI-supported sorting that recognizes individual packaging and can be freely programmed with regard to sorting criteria. This enables the company to achieve the highest purity of the sorted fractions, making them suitable for later use, e.g., in cosmetic packaging and vehicle interiors. Managing Director Ralf Mandelatz: “This allows us to meet the volume requirements of the automotive market and we are delighted to have TechnoCompound, an experienced, market-leading partner for technical applications, on our side.” Dr. Nabila Rabanizada, Head of Research & Development at REMONDIS Recycling, adds: “The suitability of our recyclates for high-quality, contact-sensitive applications is further ensured by further multi-stage processing of the sorted fractions at our plant in Lünen. This also allows us to meet specifications regarding individual ingredients.”

Through compounding, additives, and further material processing, TechnoCompound transforms these raw materials into plastics that, among other things, pass the emissions chamber tests specified by vehicle manufacturers (OEMs) regarding odors and emissions. Regardless of the precise design of the future ELV directive, OEMs and major suppliers (Tier 1 and 2) are pursuing their own sustainability strategies that include the use of PCR recyclates. Dr. Gerald Aengenheyster, Head of Development & Application Technology at TechnoCompound, commented: “We can offer material solutions for which PCR and post-industrial recyclate (PIR) content is balanced according to the application and specifications. A revised ELV proposal even offers additional degrees of flexibility.”

While the recovery of PCR recyclates from end-of-life vehicle recycling is still in its infancy, the corresponding developments for the use of the PCR lightweight packaging fraction are now well advanced and available for series production. TechnoCompound’s PCR-based plastics are already present in numerous automotive series applications. Examples include dashboard supports made of the long-glass-fiber-reinforced polypropylene grade TechnoGreen PP LGF, which are already being produced for two series vehicles. Through their collaboration, TechnoCompound and REMONDIS Recycling are supporting their automotive customers in meeting legal requirements and in further implementing their sustainability goals within the framework of the circular economy.

https://www.technocompound.com/en/

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Industry Enthusiasts Flock to LAMIERA 2025—Event Ends with 24,000+ Visitors

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Industry Enthusiasts Flock to LAMIERA 2025—Event Ends with 24,000+ Visitors

Industry Enthusiasts Flock to LAMIERA 2025—Event Ends with 24,000+ Visitors

The 23rd edition of LAMIERA, the international exhibition dedicated to sheet metal, tube and profile cutting, forming and processing technologies, which took place at fieramilano Rho from Tuesday 6 to Friday 9 May, closed positively.

The only event in Italy exclusively focused on the sector, LAMIERA has become one of the most important trade fairs in the international panorama of sector events over the years. The key players of the exhibition, which covered a total area of 40,000 square metres, were over 400 companies, of which 31% from abroad, representing 23 countries

Promoted by UCIMU-SISTEMI PER PRODURRE, the Italian machine tools, robots and automation systems manufacturers’ association, and organised by CEU-CENTRO ESPOSIZIONI UCIMU, LAMIERA showed more than 500 machines in operation. In particular: sheet metal cutting and forming machines; bar, profile and tube processing machines; presses; welding systems; robotics; software; surface treatments and finishing and, for the first time, also a proposal of Revamping & Retrofitting technologies. After all, the 2025 edition of LAMIERA obtained ICIM ISO 20121:2024 certification as a sustainable event, managed and organised according to the principles of environmental, economic and social sustainability.

More than 18,000 professional operators were registered as visitors over the four days of the exhibition, in addition to over 6,000 operators from Made in Steel, who had expressed an interest in visiting LAMIERA as well, during registration. Therefore, the agreement signed with Made in Steel (held in partial concurrence in the front halls), which enabled free passage from one event to the other, once again ensured very interesting results.

Considering the total number of visitors, 8.8% was from abroad, representing 72 countries. The most numerous delegations came from: Germany, Switzerland, China, Turkey, Croatia, France, Romania, Holland, Spain, Poland, Serbia, Slovenia, India, Finland, Albania, Portugal, United Kingdom, Belgium, Austria, Argentina, Republic of San Marino, Israel, Greece, United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan, Malta, Moldova, Czech Republic, Ukraine. There were also delegations including operators from Saudi Arabia, Brazil, China, India, Mexico, Serbia, Turkey, Hungary and Vietnam, invited within the traditional incoming initiative organised by UCIMU, in cooperation with MAECI-Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and ICE-Italian Trade Agency.

Riccardo Rosa, president of UCIMU-SISTEMI PER PRODURRE, said: “These data confirm that LAMIERA is one of the most important international events dedicated to the sector, a sector in which Italy excels, occupying the top positions in the world sector rankings, where, again in 2024, it ranked second for production and exports and third for consumption”.

Alfredo Mariotti, general manager of UCIMU-SISTEMI PER PRODURRE, stated: “The numerous visitors were able to take a close look at the machines in operation, the core of the exhibition, but also to see a wide range of solutions for welding and finishing treatments, automation and robotics, in addition to discussing the prospects of the industry with companies, in the light of digital developments and the entry of artificial intelligence. The general emerging feeling was that of a sector that looks at innovations, even the most disruptive ones, much more as an opportunity than as a risk. And this makes us realise, once again, how our companies are always ready to conquer new productive spaces”.

“Apart from the first day, which did not record a brilliant attendance, also due to the strikes, the event welcomed the operators we expected, both in terms of number and quality. This confirms the validity of the offering and we will work on this path to tune the exhibition proposal more and more to the needs of companies and the market.”.

The event was enriched with a programme of about 30 meetings, proposed by LAMIALAMIERA, the arena promoted by FONDAZIONE UCIMU, with the contribution of the Lombardy Region, the sponsorship of BPER Banca and the patronage of TecnoLamiera. The programme of events started with the Opening Ceremony, which was chaired by Riccardo Rosa, president of UCIMU-SISTEMI PER PRODURRE and included speeches by Raffaele Cattaneo, undersecretary to the Presidency of the Lombardy Region and Carlo Bonomi, president of Fiera Milano. Then, the meeting hosted the presentation of the study carried out by CEU in cooperation with PwC, “The metal forming machine sector: trends, challenges and opportunities”, whose results were illustrated by Sandro Bicocchi, PwC partner, Studies and Institutional Relations Office, and by Ivan Lavatelli, PwC partner, Core Operation leader. A roundtable followed on “The point of view of customer sectors”, moderated by Fabrizio Garnero, editorial director of TecnoLamiera, with Andrea Bianchi, Strategy and Rotorcraft Business Evolution – head of Products and Services Policy, Leonardo; Fabio Giuliani, chief operating officer, Mermec; Riccardo Moretto, Business Development manager, Moretto Group. The discussion highlighted the state-of-the-art and medium-term plans for some players from the most important destination sectors in the world of metal forming, including aerospace, defence, railways and automotive.

A total of 520 operators attended the speeches in person, in addition to 4,100 users who were connected remotely over the four exhibition days, thanks to the live streaming, which was activated for the entire period.

The trade show recorded a total of 760 students, who, invited within the UCIMU Academy initiative and accompanied by their teachers, took part in free tours (about 520 students) and in guided tours (about 240 students) led by tutors who illustrated, at the stands, state-of-the-art technologies representing international production in the sector.

The interest of the manufacturing world in the event is also measured by the lively activity on the digital channels of the exhibition (Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, YouTube). Presently, the social community of LAMIERA has 9,244 registered followers, almost 2,000 more than in the previous edition.

Among all the exhibition profiles – Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube – it is LinkedIn that registers the highest activity, with an increase of almost a third of total followers over the last year. In the period 12 April 2025-12 May 2025, the total number of views of the posts published by the page were more than 114,000 coming from 3,523 single contacts, well over the number of total followers of the page, also thanks to the digital advertising campaign activated for the event.

In the period January-May 2025, the website of LAMIERA recorded 98,000 visits by 68,000 single users (up from the 2023 figures). Italy, Turkey, India, the United States and Germany were, in order, the countries with the highest number of online visits.

The next edition of LAMIERA is scheduled to take place again at fieramilano Rho, from 11 to 14 May 2027 .

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Cannon Viking Launches PURFORM to Reinvent Polyurethane Foam Block Processes

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Cannon Viking Launches PURFORM to Reinvent Polyurethane Foam Block Processes

Cannon Viking Launches PURFORM to Reinvent Polyurethane Foam Block Processes

A world pioneer in cutting-edge turnkey facilities for the manufacturing of polyurethane foam blocks, Cannon Viking presents its ground-breaking PURFORM and PURFORM Elite machines. Beginning on May 20, 2025, these next-generation technologies will be accessible worldwide, marking a revolutionary advancement in continuous slabstock production.

The PURFORM by Cannon is designed to optimize foam production processes by integrating a series of advanced technologies tailored to maximize yield and improve block quality. At the heart of this innovation lies a bespoke chemical metering system engineered to the unique properties of polyurethane raw materials, ensuring up to 3% improvement in chemical flow accuracy compared to market alternatives. This precision translates directly into consistent formulations and high-quality foam blocks. The system is complemented by a cutting-edge direct-drive mixer, which eliminates pulleys and belts, enhancing reliability and reducing maintenance while supporting a broader range of mixing speeds for specialty foams.

PURFORM also features an advanced chemical laydown system, optimizing material distribution across the production line, reducing waste by up to 2%, and improving foam consistency. The system can be customized with various laydown options, including the innovative LayDown Master, providing unmatched flexibility. Additionally, the modular design facilitates quick assembly and future upgrades, enabling producers to adapt swiftly to changing market demands.

Complementing these hardware advancements is the Omega 4.0 computer control platform, an industry-leading system offering real-time monitoring, intuitive graphical interfaces, and closed-loop process control. This ensures that producers maintain precision and efficiency across all production parameters, achieving foam yields exceeding 95% under ideal conditions.

The modular design of PURFORM by Cannon streamlines manufacturing and facilitates future upgrades, ensuring long-term adaptability for evolving production demands.

For producers seeking even greater performance and flexibility, Cannon Viking offers the PURFORM Elite. This high-pressure version incorporates all the innovations of the PURFORM machine, while introducing enhanced capabilities for high-volume and technical foam block production. The Elite model features advanced configurations for specialized and technical foam applications and an even more robust system for chemical metering and distribution.

According to Richard Doublet-Stewart, General Sales Manager at Cannon Viking, “The launch of PURFORM and PURFORM Elite by Cannon marks a transformative moment for polyurethane foam block production. By combining advanced technology with our deep understanding of customer needs, we are delivering solutions that redefine efficiency and quality standards in the industry.”

With a rich history dating back to 1956, Cannon Viking has continually pushed the boundaries of foam production technology. From the introduction of CarDio technology to the recent success of LayDown Master, the company remains at the forefront of innovation, offering solutions that empower producers worldwide.

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The Rise of Strategic Thinking in the Print Sector

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The Rise of Strategic Thinking in the Print Sector

The Rise of Strategic Thinking in the Print Sector

In a world where digital advertisements are everywhere, print has a unique opportunity to stand out and produce results. However, that won’t occur until printers take the initiative.
That is the main conclusion to be drawn from Print Power’s most recent piece about how automation and the integration of Application Programming Interfaces (API) are enabling real-time marketing.
Planning, quoting, design, approvals, and production used to take weeks for print. Additionally, it found it difficult to compete with the sophisticated dashboard-based reportability that agencies, CRM managers, digital advertisers, and performance marketers depend on.

Now automated direct mail can be set in motion with a few clicks – directly from the same marketing platforms used to trigger emails, SMS, or push notifications and even social media posts.

Automated direct mail, also called programmatic mail or triggered mail, is a highly effective, hyper personalised channel that can be immediately actioned by abandoned baskets, reactivation flows prompted by customer inactivity, welcome sequences, and loyalty campaigns.

Print can land on the doormat, or in the mailbox, as soon as the next day.

This dynamic approach drives significantly higher response and conversion rates, increased average order value, and achieves a tangible, brand-rich interaction.

It is being enabled by the following:

  • Seamless integration with modern software connecting creative templates, CRM systems, customer data, and analytics into a single automated process. Direct mail performance can be tracked alongside digital campaigns by making use of attribution models to determine the trigger for online sales.
  • An increased ability to measure results. For years, print suffered from the perception problem that it couldn’t be measured. But today’s data tells a different story and automated mail generates impressive returns.
  • Greater focus on ROI rather than cost. Offline channels like direct mail tend to be more expensive than digital options but they often deliver higher conversion rates. Deutsche Post reported a 900% return on advertising spend, or nine euros in revenue for every euro spent. Postage, often the major cost in a direct mail campaign, can by reduced by using postal consolidators. These specialised service providers share deliveries at discounted rates.
  • Enhanced software removing the complexity, with automated platforms managing templates, data cleansing, address validation, postal optimisation, and print fulfilment. For example, a single API that collects data, triggers campaigns and routes production.

Automation elevates print’s visibility in performance dashboards for marketers, CRM leads, and digital media teams. It is helping put print back on the radar.

Important too, for many clients, is working with a partner that provides a full-service approach to manage the complexity of print mailings.

For printers that have invested heavily in automation and production technology (such as next generation Ricoh digital print technology and FusionPro customised document creation software that creates unique, relevant, targeted communications) the next step is engaging with the world of CRM, marketing automation, and customer data.

Delivering a comprehensive service also helps attract first time users who see the potential of automated mail but need guidance throughout the process. If print is to reclaim its place in the media mix, marketers need someone to show them.

Now is the time for printers to reposition themselves as strategic partners and lead the way.

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Micrometal Group Expands US Presence Through Thin Metal Parts Acquisition

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Micrometal Group Expands US Presence Through Thin Metal Parts Acquisition

Micrometal Group Expands US Presence Through Thin Metal Parts Acquisition

Wickeder Group (owner of the micrometal Group) has formally announced a significant growth with the acquisition of Thin Metal Parts (TMP Inc.) and a striking new corporate identity, marking a significant advancement for precision manufacturing.
The micrometal Group has increased both its technological capabilities and its global presence with the strategic purchase of TMP Inc., a U.S.-based leader in precision metal fabrication solutions. The Micrometal Group will now function under the new name Micro Component Group, which reflects its expanded ambition and solidified position as the world leader in micro-precision components, in keeping with this exciting development.

In addition to photo-chemical etching (PCE), TMP Inc brings a versatile suite of complementary technologies to the Group. Its electroforming capabilities allow for the creation of ultra-precise, high-resolution metal components with exceptionally fine features and surface finishes, ideal for applications such as microfluidics, medical instrumentation, and high-frequency electronics. TMP Inc also offers laser cutting, which provides a flexible, high-speed solution for intricate patterns and rapid prototyping, particularly effective for materials and designs not easily handled by etching alone. This combination of technologies means Micro Component Group can now deliver an even broader set of solutions — tailored to the complexity, speed, and accuracy required by today’s most demanding applications.

“This is more than just a name change — it’s a statement of intent,” says Jochen Kern, Head of Sales and Marketing at Micro Component Group. “The addition of TMP Inc to our family is a transformative milestone. It significantly expands our technological capabilities, strengthens our global reach, and brings even greater value to our customers.”

The newly formed Micro Component Group now consists of four powerful brands: the strategically central company micrometal GmbH, HP Etch, Etchform, and the newly acquired TMP Inc. With manufacturing sites strategically positioned across Europe and the United States, the group is uniquely positioned to serve high-precision industries including medical devices, electronics, aerospace, automotive, and energy sectors with unmatched efficiency, flexibility, and innovation.

TMP Inc brings a wealth of expertise in precision thin metal parts, utilising advanced an array of metal fabrication techniques to produce highly complex components for a variety of industries. The company’s expertise complements the Group’s existing capabilities perfectly, enabling Micro Component Group to offer an even broader range of solutions — from intricate electronic shielding and medical implants to cutting-edge aerospace components.

“We now offer a more comprehensive portfolio of capabilities than ever before,” Kern continues. “Our customers will benefit from faster turnaround times, expanded material options, and access to advanced technical expertise across all four companies. Simply put, if you can imagine it, we can make it — faster, more accurately, and more cost-effectively than anyone else.”

The new corporate identity as Micro Component Group underscores the Group’s commitment to being the go-to partner for precision micro-component solutions worldwide. With this new chapter, the Group signals its readiness to meet the evolving demands of global markets and take its leadership in precision manufacturing to the next level.

“This is a big moment for our organisation and for our customers,” Kern concludes. “The Micro Component Group represents a collective force of knowledge, innovation, and passion. Together, we’re not just keeping up with industry change — we’re driving it.”

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New Rolling Mill Capacity Empowers Constantia Flexibles’ Packaging Expansion

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New Rolling Mill Capacity Empowers Constantia Flexibles’ Packaging Expansion

New Rolling Mill Capacity Empowers Constantia Flexibles’ Packaging Expansion

80 million investment strengthens a more sustainable aluminum production in Europe

The rolling mill expansion of Constantia Flexibles’ main facility, Constantia Teich, in Lower Austria was formally opened. The mayors of the nearby communities, Doris Schmidl, a member of the Lower Austrian state parliament, Thomas Salzer, the vice president of the Chamber of Commerce of Lower Austria (WKNÖ), and District Commissioner Josef Kronister were among the distinguished guests.

This expansion of the rolling mill promotes a more sustainable, local aluminum foil production and strengthens the stability of European supply chains, enabled by the 50 million investment from the world’s third-largest manufacturer of flexible packaging. An additional 30 million euros have been invested in a new lacquering line in recent years.

“With this investment, we are making a clear statement for growth, innovation, and sustainability. By expanding the rolling mill, we are increasing aluminum foil production by around 30 percent up to 90,000 tons of aluminum foil per year, making our largest plant in the Group also one of the largest integrated producers in Europe,” emphasized Daniel Winkler, EVP Aluminum Division & Group Sustainability at Constantia Flexibles. “At the same time, we are making a significant contribution to decarbonization, avoiding approximately 100,000 tons of CO₂ emissions.”

Constantia Flexibles relies on state-of-the-art technologies from European suppliers for the overall investment. It includes three foil stock furnaces, a rolling station, a separator, three double chamber foil furnaces, the expansion of the high-rack-storage, and a lacquering line. The power supply will be ensured partly by renewable energies, including a large-scale, company-owned photovoltaic system.

Wolfgang Kitzler, Managing Director of Constantia Teich, highlighted the regional significance of the investment: “The expansion of the rolling mill not only strengthens our competitiveness but also the economic location of Lower Austria. We are creating long-term jobs and ensuring an independent, stable supply of high-quality packaging material for the European packaging industry.”

“The industry is currently under enormous pressure. That is precisely why it is an important signal that a leading company like Constantia Teich is deciding on this major investment for growth, innovation, and future security. The Chamber of Commerce of Lower Austria is vehemently advocating for improved conditions for the industry – from relief in ancillary wage costs to competitive energy prices”, said Thomas Salzer, Vice President Chamber of Commerce of Lower Austria (WKNÖ).

The expansion of the rolling mill enables Constantia Teich to increase its capacities, particularly in strategic growth areas such as coffee capsules, pharmaceutical, and food packaging. The first commercial production has now started.

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Future-Ready Toolmaking Starts with HASCOtalks Conversations

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Future-Ready Toolmaking Starts with HASCOtalks Conversations

Future-Ready Toolmaking Starts with HASCOtalks Conversations

Early in May, HASCO addressed the urgent issue of “The Plastics Industry and the Challenges of the Future” through its live format, HASCOtalks. At the Filderhalle in Leinfelden-Echterdingen, Germany, a group of well-known professionals convened for an intense, stimulating conversation. The discussion was both contentious and beneficial, providing the audience with insightful analysis and useful suggestions for dealing with the industry’s continuous difficulties.

At the start of the premiere event, the latest industry figures cast a pensive mood over the mould-manufacturing sector. According to recent research, production volumes have dropped by approximately 30% in recent years. This decline has resulted in the closure of nearly 20% of companies in the plastics industry since 2020. Supply chains have also experienced significant disruptions. Additionally, the broader structural transformation in Germany is being strongly felt within the tool and mouldmaking sector. For the panellists, these challenges served as a clear call to foster a renewed spirit of optimism.

HASCO Managing Director Christoph Ehrlich was joined on the HASCOtalks panel by Maximilian Siebenwurst of Christian Karl Siebenwurst GmbH & Co. KG, Bernd Krebs, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Toolcraft AG, Ralf Fichtner, Project Director Aptar Pharma, and Martin Hahn, Head of Application Leonhard Kurz Stiftung & Co. KG to answer questions.

The most important finding of this round of talks was certainly that German mouldmaking continues to enjoy a very high status worldwide. Bernd Krebs, as an internationally active entrepreneur, was able to report from experience that ‘Made in Germany’ is still a ‘recognized seal of quality’. ‘We just lack self-confidence at the moment,’ he argued. The current figures should by no means be interpreted as a turning away from an industry rich in tradition. On the contrary, the panellists encouraged a proactive approach to the situation. Existing business models need to be re-evaluated to include innovative technologies. The panellists outlined opportunities through change. ‘Concentrate on your core competences,’ Ralf Fichtner urged the guests. Stick to the tried and tested or boldly break new ground through innovation? The key to success in answering this debated question probably lies in the right mix of both. Martin Hahn sees positive aspects in the transformation of the market ‘which forces us to rethink.’

Keywords such as innovative strength, precision, sustainability and securing the future came up frequently. These are the characteristics that have made German mouldmaking so strong in recent decades and offer many opportunities for the future. What is needed is an even closer integration of market participants through more co-operation. VDWF President Prof. Dr.-Ing. Thomas Seul even calls cooperation a ‘secret weapon’ for the German tool and mouldmaking industry.

According to Martin Hahn, the structural change, which – driven by the current framework conditions – is increasing in speed, must be countered ‘through active changes’ by market participants. ‘Saying goodbye to cherished habits,’ says Maximilian Siebenwurst, is therefore essential for him. ‘This includes a clear identity and strategy for the company as well as an awareness of where the own strengths lie,’ added HASCO CEO Christoph Ehrlich, drawing on his many years of experience

The cross-industry dialogue clearly struck a chord, offering fresh perspectives and important impetus for the future. Many attendees actively engaged in the conversation, underscoring the relevance of the topics discussed. “Performance up – demands down,” remarked Bernd Krebs, succinctly capturing what he sees as the key to keeping German toolmaking competitive in the years ahead. Following the strong response, they plan to establish HASCOtalks as a recurring event format.

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