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Process automation Cloud solutions

Published:2017-08-17
Cloud solutions are on everyone’s lips: digitalised data in app-based strongholds in the clouds are being tasked with automating processes and rendering them more efficient.

Dow Chemical and PVC4PIPES to sponsor Plastic Pipes XIX

Published:2017-08-13
The Dow Chemical Company has confirmed its sponsorship of the PLASTIC PIPES XIX Conference and Exhibition at Gold Level.

African marine waste conference in Port Elizabeth

Published:2017-08-07
The 2017 African Marine Waste Conference took place from the 9th to the 13th of July in Port Elizabeth.

Digitalisation is the EMOs leitmotif

Published:2017-08-07
The paramount tasks for manufacturers and users of machine tools are entailed by digitalisation.

Proven Standard Plastic Ceresana Publishes New Study on Polypropylene

Published:2017-08-01
Polypropylene (PP) is the second most important standard plastic after polyethylene, compatible with many processing technologies, and used for the most diverse applications.

Community Solar Innovation Awards 2017

Published:2017-07-28
Hogan Lovells has opened the call for applications for the Community Solar Innovation Awards 2017.

Solvay PPSU polymer innovative breastfeeding system from Hegen

Published:2017-07-27
Solvays PPSU enables Hegen’s bottle to perform reliably at temperatures between -20°C and 180°C .

The Marchesini Group acquires 40% of Vibrotech

Published:2017-07-27
Group turnover hits 297 million Euro - A boom of +23% in orders received.

So much more than Plastic Packaging

Published:2017-07-27
Innovation and value based product development is the forefront for most companies.

One Step ISBM Machine at Drinktec 2017

Published:2017-07-25
ASB will display of some of the most interesting recent updates in injection stretch-blow molded packaging technology.

TMS will be at industrial technology exhibition 2017

Published:2017-07-21
TMS is pleased to announce that we will be at KwaZulu-Natal Industrial Technology Exhibition 2017.

Conference on Biobased Materials for Automotive Applications

Published:2017-07-20
The amount of plastics in modern cars is constantly increasing.

Four fold benefits with FOURWORX milling cutters

Published:2017-07-20
Even with its smallest diameter, FOURWORX® delivers four times more in high-feed machining.

Biocomposites Providing Benefits to Industry Consumers and Environment

Published:2017-07-20
The Biocomposites Conference Cologne BCC will take place on 6 and 7 December 2017 in Cologne, Germany.

PLASTIC PIPES XIX Conference and Exhibition

Published:2017-07-20
BAERLOCHER NOW MAIN CO-SPONSOR OF PLASTIC PIPES XIX.

Bio-based materials for VAUDE’s new Skarvan range.

Published:2017-07-20
Reverdia’s Biosuccinium® has been used in the production of bio-based materials for VAUDE’s new Skarvan range.

Free access to 177 000 polymer additives and plastics materials

Published:2017-07-20
More than 177,000 technical datasheets for polymer additives and plastics material now searchable for the first time on KunststoffWeb and Plasteurope through SpecialChem Universal Selector.

The days of the traditional machine tool are not numbered

Published:2017-07-20
Additive technologies as the icing on the cake at the EMO Hannover 2017

The new Capa 6800D for Bioplastics

Published:2017-07-18
The new Capa 6800D for Bioplastics extends Perstorp’s range of products for biodegradable food applications.

Arburg is presenting smart machines processes

Published:2017-07-18
Hybrid Allrounders 1120 H and 920 H with new Gestica control system and new design.

Anniversary 25 years of Arburg in China

Published:2017-07-18
Arburg is celebrating the anniversary of "25 years of Arburg in China" in style in 2017.

Tool and metrological technology indispensable for Industry 4.0

Published:2017-07-18
Industry 4.0 is progressively emerging as the crucial factor in the race for leading-edge technology and market shares in the future.

Marchesini Group new Dumek brand American cosmetic packaging market

Published:2017-07-17
The Marchesini Group will be taking part in Pack Expo Las Vegas from 25th to 27th September

Aluminium cans and metal packaging Recycling

Published:2017-07-17
Aluminium and steel packaging are the world’s most recycled packaging and are literally worth their weight in gold.

Market Study on Expandable Polystyrene EPS

Published:2017-07-15
The tragic fire catastrophe of the Grenfell Tower in London directed the public attention towards building envelopes.

Kaeser Compressed air and Industrie 4.0 at EMO

Published:2017-07-14
Compressed air and Industrie 4.0 – Kaeser Kompressoren has precisely the right solutions for deriving maximum benefit from this powerful combination.

India Day at the EMO Hannover 2017

Published:2017-07-14
India Day at the EMO Hannover 2017will be showcasing potentials for production technology and capital investment.

Solvay Radel PPSU enables first all plastic stop valve

Published:2017-07-14
Solvay’s Radel® PPSU enables CiXi Zhenpeng to introduce the industry’s first all-plastic stop valve for pressurized hot water systems in HVAC applications.

Are machine tools safe

Published:2017-07-10
The safety of machine tools is a major issue. Complex machinery, high speeds, and highpower levels can be a dangerous mixture for the operator.

Injection Moulding Tips to Save You Money

Published:2017-07-09
Injection moulding may be one of the most popular and effective plastic manufacturing processes however it is not cheap.

8 Uses of Inspection Systems in The Filling Plant

Published:2017-07-09
As the demands for product quality and compliance increase, so do the requirements for managing the entire product lifecycle, modern quality standards demand that a container is continuously checked along all areas of a filling line.

BOY XXS table top machine

Published:2017-07-07
The Table-Top-Machine is suitable for an industrial continuous use and is particularly suitable for micro injection molding-applications.

Excellent mood prevailed at CHINAPLAS 2017

Published:2017-07-07
An excellent mood prevailed at CHINAPLAS 2017, with itsrecord number of 155,258 professional visitors, from all over the world

Sven Riddle takes up the reins at Propak Africa and Propak Cape

Published:2017-07-06
Specialised Exhibitions Montgomery has announced the promotion of Sven Riddle to Event Director of the highly successful trade exhibitions Propak Africa and Propak Cape.

Local wine and olive oil sectors on show at Propak Cape 2017

Published:2017-07-06
The UK accounts for 35% of South Africa's bulk wine exports to the EU market.

Propak Cape Western Cape agri-processing sector

Published:2017-07-06
The Western Cape Province is currently South Africa’s leading agricultural export region.

CLEAN-UP AND RECYCLE WEEK SA 2017

Published:2017-07-06
Clean-up and Recycle SA Week is an annual initiative by the local plastics industry, supported and endorsed by the various packaging streams and retailers.

SAVA hosted successful Vinyls SA Conference

Published:2017-07-05
Delegates representing the leaders of the local PVC industry, the media and other interested parties attended the presentations by international and local experts that centred around issues relating to the manufacture, use and recycling of PVC.

Market Study Polyvinyl Chloride PVC

Published:2017-07-05
The market research institute Ceresana already publishes the fourth study on the world market for PVC.

Electra Mining Botswana attracting top names and industry support

Published:2017-07-05
Leading local and international suppliers to the mining, industrial and power generation sectors have embraced the business growth opportunity that Electra Mining Botswana presents in the region.

Machine Tools Africa (MTA) a game changer

Published:2017-07-05
The decision to make Machine Tools Africa (MTA) a standalone expo has paid off hugely for exhibitors and visitors alike, with exhibitors praising the quality of the visitor, and visitors impressed by the number and standard of the exhibitors.

Germany President Frank-Walter Steinmeier will be opening the EMO Hannover 2017

Published:2017-07-05
Germany's President Frank-Walter Steinmeier will in Septemberbe ceremonially opening the EMO Hannover 2017.

Trinseo to Acquire API Applicazioni Plastiche Industriali

Published:2017-07-05
Trinseo (NYSE: TSE), a global materials solutions provider and manufacturer of plastics, latex binders and synthetic rubber, and API Applicazioni Plastiche Industriali S.p.A. have signed a definitive agreement for Trinseo to acquire API.

PIPES XI Conference and Exhibition in South Africa

Published:2017-07-05
The two-day conference takes place on 4-5 September 2017 at the Emperor’s Palace Convention Centre.

North American shipments of plastics machinery posted a decline in Q1 of 2017

Published:2017-07-03
The preliminary estimate for shipments of primary plastics equipment (injection molding, extrusion, and blow molding equipment) for reporting companies totaled $305.3 million in the first quarter.

SA Plastics World Oceans Day Beach Clean Up uShaka

Published:2017-06-15
The South African plastics industry recently launched Operation Clean Sweep on World Oceans Day (8 June 2017) at the uShaka Marine World, Durban.

Green Liquid Additive Converts Plastic to Biodegradable Wax Avoiding Centuries of Post Use Litter

Published:2017-06-15
A new liquid additive from Riverdale Global instantly alters the polymer structure of plastics during processing...

SAPPMA released local industry's first Policy Statement for Supply of Gaseous Fuels using Polyethylene (PE) Pipes

Published:2017-06-14
SAPPMA released local industry's first Policy Statement for Supply of Gaseous Fuels using Polyethylene (PE) Pipes

PET bottle to bottle recycling results on Starlinger line

Published:2017-06-07
The Starlinger recoSTAR PET bottle-to-bottle recycling line which has been installed in April 2016 in the plastics recycling facility of Canadian water bottler Ice River Springs in Feversham, Ontario, is delivering excellent production results.

Recycled plastic product of the year competition

Published:2017-06-06
SAPRO is proud to announce the sixth prestigious competition, with the aim of acknowledging the wide variety of products that are locally manufactured using recycled materials.

4 Packaging Automation Mistakes to Avoid

Published:2017-05-31
For packaging lines in particular automation is a popular option especially since custom automation solutions now encompass every step of the production process and supply chain.

BOY Injection Moulding Machines Stand at Chinaplas 2017

Published:2017-05-30
A highly frequented Chinaplas 2017 and a lively interest in 3D-printed metal moulds for the application in injection moulding machines at Chinaplas 2017..

World Market Study for all Major Plastic Additives

Published:2017-05-31
Plastics would not exist without additives. Additives facilitate the processing of plastics, protect against heat and UV rays, and expand the range of properties.


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