Smart factory market overview in 2021

Smart factory refers to various fully-integrated automation solutions adopted for manufacturing facilities.

CENIT to leverage sales in China's robotics market

CENIT office in Suzhou opens sales office in Suzhou, China.

Matcon manual IBC cone valve for discharging powders

The Manual IBC Cone Valve from Matcon discharges powders without segregation

Dow to set up South China Specialties Hub

Dow’s world-class manufacturing base will enhance Asia Pacific customers’ local access to innovative material science solutions

Effective plastic sorting

Distinguishing PA6 from PA66 at the push of a button: trinamiX adds new application for plastic sorting to its Mobile NIR Spectroscopy Solution

Milliken acquires Zebra-Chem

Milliken’s acquisition of Zebra-chem marks its investment in peroxide masterbatches to accelerate growth in plastic recycling

Eastman copolyster in Clio Cosmetics packaging

Clio Cosmetics is first K-beauty brand to launch sustainable cosmetic packaging made with Eastman Cristal™ Renew copolyester

3D printing and titanium — a life-changing combination

Additive manufacturing and titanium powder will disrupt medical implant production

DSM launches vegan fish flavour

Royal DSM’s Maxavor® Fish YE is a new vegan, 100% allergen-free flavour solution for plant-based and fish-based foods

Chinaplas: A look at Southeast Asia in the “new normal”

ASEAN is expected to benefit from the recovery of China's economy

HPF plant to start production in S. Korea

New HPF production plant for high-performance fillers to start production in 1st quarter

Gelest Founder and CEO elected to NAE

Dr. Barry Arkles, Gelest Founder and CEO, Elected to National Academy of Engineering