NPE 2021 cancelled

The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) cancelled in-person components of NPE 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

EU bans export of plastic waste starting January 1

European Union’s ban on the export of hazardous and hard-to-recycle plastic waste is now in effect

Thailand BOI okays steps to promote digital adoption

The Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) approved a series of measures to accelerate investments, particularly in target industries and to encourage business to adopt digital technologies.

Fully automatable, tool-free jaw quick-change

It takes a maximum of 60 seconds until a conventional 3-jaw chuck with SCHUNK RAPIDO clamping inserts is retooled.

OMRON unveils 1S Series AC servo system in the Philippines

The new AC Servo System from OMRON provides eight safety functions for better protection of operators, machinery, and products.

Electronic radius measurement system for pipe bending presses in real time

To this day in large pipe manufacturing, the production of large-diameter pipes in a step-by-step process is set up and monitored manually using templates.

Jindal Films Europe acquires DOMO Films Solutions

Jindal Films Europe, a company of Jindal Group, acquires 100% of the shares of DOMO Films Solutions Spa

Demand for recycled plastics on the rise

Global plastic recycling market seen to grow from $85 billion in 2020 to $110 billion by 2025.

Baker Perkins equipment industry 4.0 ready

All new Baker Perkins machinery are designed for digitalisation

Innovations at PACKINNO2021

PACKINNO2021 showcases green, sustainable, and innovative packaging for food and beverage products.

Outlook 2021: Circular economy target for packaging

Henky Wibawa, Executive Director of the Indonesian Packaging Federation, identifies the factors that will impact the packaging industry in 2021.

Honda Cars India realigns production operations

Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL) has announced the realignment of its manufacturing operations with the goal of improving business efficiency.