ProPak Philippines to unveil advanced processing solutions

ProPak Philippines 2020 (5-7 February) to showcase the latest solutions geared toward the processing and packaging Industries 

TPEs for innovative hygiene products

KRAIBURG TPE compounds are helping boost the quality of personal hygiene products  

Faster Netstal Elion series launched

A faster Netstal ELION series from KraussMaffei has dry-running times by up to 0.2 seconds across the entire model range

Ascend invests $175 million in Alabama plant

Ascend is set to invest $175 million at its Decatur, Ala., plant to increase ADN capacity and install cogeneration units.   

Veganuary encourages plant-based diet

Consumers ready for Veganuary, with 71% saying they find plant-based food appealing, says GlobalData. But is veganism healthy?  

Stefan Widing as CEO of Sandvik on 1 February 2020

As previously announced, Stefan Widing is appointed new President and CEO of Sandvik. He will assume the position as of 1 February 2020, succeeding Björn Rosengren who at the same time leaves Sandvik.

Seizing potential of new business models in AM

Wibu-Systems and EOS teamed up for the development of a software interface to ensure the security of the last communication mile to the 3D printing system and the data preparation workstation and to provide effective means to safeguard the intellectual property of the owners of the parts. 

Sandvik acquires Melin Tool Company

Walter, a division within Sandvik Machining Solutions, has reached an agreement to acquire the privately owned US based company Melin Tool Company, a manufacturer of solid carbide tools. 

Hyperion Materials completes acquisition of AFC Hartmetall

Partnership creates large independent global producer of cemented carbide tool blanks  

INTAREMA® ZeroWastePro from EREMA

EREMA demonstrated its latest recycling system specially designed for PE and PP film production waste processed in inline or offline.

Bioplastic packaging market to post substantial growth

The bioplastic packaging market is expected to post impressive growth and projected to reach $28.5 billion by 2025    

Plastics playing key role in E&E and 5G networking

Plastics are a great enabler. They make many products better, lighter, more attractive, safer, quieter and more durable. In no sector is that truer than in electrical and electronics (E&E).