Fakuma 2018: In digitalisation mode

Whether from Europe, North America or Asia, those engaged in plastics manufacturing agree that Fakuma continues to be an important event where new plastics processing technologies are revealed.  

Global Commitment on plastic waste

A Global Commitment to eliminate plastic waste and pollution at source has been signed by 290+ organisations, representing 20% of all plastic packaging produced globally.  

Indonesia’s mega event attracts big players

Plastics & Rubber Indonesia 2018 incorporated Drinktech Indonesia, Plaspak Indonesia, and Mould & die Indonesia, and highlighted the latest in packaging technologies and materials.  

Sustainability as ultimate goal

The Plastics Applications in Food and Beverage Packaging Summit held in Manila, Philippines on November 5-6 gathered the who’s who in Philippine food, beverage and plastics industries.  

PEEK filament in implant-grade quality for 3D printing

Evonik has become the first company in the world to develop a polymer filament based on PEEK (polyether ether ketone) in implant-grade quality for use as a 3D printing material for implants. 

High-performance composites

The global composites market size continues to see rapid increase in demand for lightweight materials from automotive and aerospace industries is likely to drive market growth.

Cool comfort and more

Specialty chemical companies are bringing their advanced polymer product innovations into the market. Recent developments in this sector involved Devan Chemicals’ special “cool comfort” technology.  

BOGE breathes pure innovation

From state-of-the-art technology to modular design concepts and maximum energy efficiency, BOGE’s compressed air systems consistently meet the highest reliability and efficiency standards.  

Sophisticated system components

Components in a plastic processing system are relevant to the overall operations of the production set-up.  .

Cutting-edge solutions to automation

Recent developments in gripping technologies have made substantial improvement in areas where robots require greater functions: an interview with representatives from Gimatic Automation Engineering (Changshu) Co., Ltd. 

Aseptic bottle design wins KHS award

Filling and packaging systems manufacturer KHS awards the team of students whose Bereza design concept reflected the natural connection between their bottle and its content.  

SEAsia Café Expo opens in 2019

Inaugural event uniquely features a curated layout and showcases equipment and ingredients for the preparation and serving of coffee, tea, desserts and gelato.