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BMT improves prediction of PET bottle performance

BMT improves prediction of PET bottle performance

BMT has developed a forming simulation method intended to enable more accurate prediction of wall thickness distribution and performance parameters of PET and rPET bottles before production begins. The solution combines material characterisation with virtual testing.

RBTX expands low-cost automation and humanoid offering

RBTX expands low-cost automation and humanoid offering

igus is developing the RBTX platform into a service hub for automation and is presenting new solutions in mobile and humanoid robotics. New developments include the autonomous ReBeL Pallet Mover, new humanoids on RBTX.com, and AI-based control systems under development.

Igus invests in automation and local production

Igus invests in automation and local production

Igus allocated EUR 124.4 million to investments in automation, infrastructure and the development of subsidiaries. The company increased sales in 2025, is expanding local production and has prepared 227 new products from its motion plastics range.

Röhm published its ESG report for 2025

Röhm published its ESG report for 2025

Röhm published its ESG report for 2025, presenting progress in decarbonization, the circular economy, occupational safety and social responsibility. The document was prepared in line with ESRS standards and CSRD requirements.

Nextek and Coveris launch the COtooCLEAN plant

Nextek and Coveris launch the COtooCLEAN plant

Nextek and Coveris have launched the COtooCLEAN demonstration plant in the UK for recycling post-consumer polyolefin films. The technology is intended to support the production of food-grade recycled resin from flexible packaging.

Vecoplan expands the VEZ 3300 series with a mobile version

Vecoplan expands the VEZ 3300 series with a mobile version

Vecoplan AG is launching a new version of the VEZ 3300 single-shaft shredder, which will be available in both stationary and mobile variants. The machine has been designed for flexible processing of alternative fuels, waste, used wood and biomass.

Coveris invests in production capacity in Poland

Coveris invests in production capacity in Poland

Coveris is allocating more than EUR 1.8 million to develop its two sites in Poland. The investments include new printing equipment, a bag-making line and film laser perforation technology.

Albis at Plastpol 2026: advanced material solutions and technical expertise

Albis at Plastpol 2026: advanced material solutions and technical expertise

Albis will showcase its expertise in engineering plastics and sustainable material solutions at Plastpol 2026. The trade fair will take place from May 19 to 22, 2026, in Kielce and is one of the key industry events for the plastics processing sector in Central and Eastern Europe. Albis will be exhibiting in Hall 5, Booth A22.

NO.EL. and Colines introduce Safe Track film

NO.EL. and Colines introduce Safe Track film

NO.EL. and Colines have presented Safe Track, a patented solution that improves the detectability of tampering on pallets secured with stretch film. The technology has been tested in offline configurations and is being evaluated for in-line integration on Colines extrusion lines.

Petcore Europe invites innovation submissions

Petcore Europe invites innovation submissions

Petcore Europe has opened submissions for an innovation session during Thermoforms Conference 2026. The organisation is seeking projects that support the circularity of PET thermoforms, recycling and recyclability.