Pirelli, Pyrum, Synthos and Basf have launched a joint “tyre-to-tyre” circular economy initiative in Europe to foster the development of an industrial ecosystem aimed at increasing the use of recycled materials derived from end-of-life and waste tyres. The process begins with...

The World Packaging Organisation (WPO) announced the launch of the World Packaging Day (WPD), a global call to raise awareness of packaging as a strategic enabler of our modern life in society, to be celebrated every year around September 6, marking the anniversary of WPO's foundation...

The innovative STARgate HRS hot-runner nozzle concept from Oerlikon HRSflow, which uses a diaphragm-like mechanical system, is presented at Fakuma 2026 for PP and r-PP applications to comply with the new PPWR regulations, as well as for processing resins such as PMMA and ABS, expanding its range of...

The miniaturisation of electrical components, increasing power density and the growing integration of electronic functions are posing new challenges for designers in the household appliance and electrical/electronics industries. Connectors, terminal blocks, power distribution systems, battery components and...

Proper insulation is essential for efficient and reliable cooling processes. It reduces heat transfer between the mixer and its surroundings, minimises energy losses and ensures that the available cooling capacity is used effectively, precisely where it is needed.

The automotive industry has made significant progress in recycling metals and conventional plastics, but composite materials continue to present unique challenges. Before circular solutions can be scaled, the industry must first understand where composites are found, how they can be recovered, and what is required to recycle them economically.

For a leading company engaged in the research, formulation, manufacture and industrial supply of semi-finished rubber products for a wide range of sectors, Rodolfo Comerio has delivered a project comprising four machines, designed to increase productivity, safety and process quality, while complying with the latest CE regulations...

Engel has developed a new machine concept for clearmelt systems based on the duo combi M two-platen injection moulding machine in order to make the clearmelt process even more efficient and easier to implement. The clearmelt technology itself has been established in series production for many...

The European plastics manufacturing industry, represented by Plastics Europe, has welcomed the European Commission's recent proposal to revise the Emissions Trading System (ETS). The proposed revision sets out a number of key measures intended to support the green transition of the...

Despite positive elements, proposal for a review of the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) raises fundamental concerns across large parts of the European chemical industry. This is the view of Cefic, which argues that, at a time when the sector is grappling with high energy costs, fierce global competition and...