CCMT 2020 POSTPONED

Due to the severe outbreak and spread of the novel corona virus (COVID-19), Shanghai's Municipal People's Government has initiated the first-level-response mechanism for major public health emergencies with strict measures to prevent and control the outbreak. 

First 3D printing studio for chocolate

The Barry Callebaut Group offers the world’s first personalized 3D printed chocolate at scale, through its global decoration brand Mona Lisa.  

Sumitomo expands epoxy, PES offerings

Sumitomo introduces epoxy, PES grades to meet growing demand for carbon composites in aviation/aerospace

Parx Materials raises €1 million

Parx Materials N.V. (formerly Parx Plastics) has received a capital infusion of EUR 1.0 million for expansion and scale-up. 

Recycled PET in multivitamins container

Amcor develops first PET container for Ritual multivitamins made from 100% recycled content

Clariant launches compounds for catheters

Clariant launches MEVOPUR® compounds that are resistant to hydrolytic degradation 

Edible insect-based snacks and burger patties

Interview with Kevin Wu, owner of Malaysian manufacturer of alternative protein snacks and burger patties.

Innovation center for plant-based food to open in Singapore

Combining the expertise of Bühler and Givaudan, the innovation center for plant-based food opens in Q4. The companies are now accepting inquiries.   

IPPA members launch pectin information center

IPPA center to provide source on pectin, its provenance, its applications and technical and nutritional benefits in today’s food and beverage sector.

AMETEK announces enhanced regional support in 2020

AMETEK Surface Vision, a leading provider of automated online surface inspection solutions, has announced a reorganization that will bring the company’s sales, support and application expertise closer to customers in 2020.  

Faster programming, more efficient cutting

Version 2020.1 of the hyperMILL® CAD/CAM suite is now available. This software release provides additional user-friendliness for hyperMILL® programmers. 

Industrial companies to present new standard for positioning technologies at Hannover Messe

In an initiative led by TRUMPF, some 60 industrial companies will present omlox, the new standard for positioning technology, at Hannover Messe.