UCIMU reports drop in Q4 machine tool orders

Even in the last quarter 2019, the collection of machine tool orders highlighted a negative sign. 

CHINAPLAS 2020 postponed

Adsale Exhibition Services Ltd has released an announcement today regarding the postponement of the 34th International Exhibition on Plastics and Rubber Industries, CHINAPLAS 2020.  

Videojet systems equipped with smallest laser marking head

Sporting the smallest laser marking head in the world, both the Videojet 7340 and 7440 Fiber Laser Marking Systems are easier to use and operate within small spaces.  

Tin replacement solution for auto body repair

Henkel introduces an epoxy-based rebuilding material to replace tin solder in automotive body repair

KRAIBURG TPE portfolio geared for e-mobility

KRAIBURG TPE meets important trends in vehicle design, noise reduction, frame retardancy and adhesion to polyamide 

Making plastic packaging more sustainable

With its holistic line competence for packaging, Krones offers solutions for every step of production, from pre-form through to recycling of used plastics. 

Raising the bar in lightweight construction

The van of the future, introduced by BASF through its VisionVenture, is a vehicle that features lightweight construction and breakthrough design.   

Announcement on the Postponement of Industry tradeshows in China

The Chinese people are fighting a serious battle against the outbreak of pneumonia caused by the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) and the prevention and control work is crucial now. 

BASF closes acquisition of Solvay PA business

The acquisition strengthens BASF's polyamide capabilities; the transaction includes 8 production sites

WITTMANN takes over FarragTech

The WITTMANN Group takes over the Austrian company FarragTech based in Wolfurt in the Vorarlberg region.

Clariant utilizes 100% green electricity

Clariant Knapsack production site utilizes electricity sourced from wind & water powers production of recyclable materials 

Teijin sets up automotive center in Europe

Teijin to establish Teijin Automotive Center Europe to expand conceptual, designing, prototype and evaluation capabilities