https://www.plastech.biz/en/news/tag/innovations-28 · 27.07.2026

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Norda and Envalior develop a durable trail shoe

Norda and Envalior have introduced the 001A trail running shoe featuring a midsole based on Arnitel Performance. The model targets higher energy return and lower weight versus the original 001 while maintaining long-distance durability.

2025-09-19 sport equipment

Oerlikon HRSflow to debut hot runner advances at K 2025

At K 2025, Oerlikon HRSflow will present new hot runner technologies including Stargate HRS and Glow HRS, alongside live applications with partners. Demonstrations will cover automotive, packaging and medical parts, with emphasis on cycle time, surface quality and multi-cavity efficiency.

2025-09-19 hot runners

BASF Ultramid H33 L with high water permeability

BASF has introduced Ultramid H33 L, a thermoplastic polyamide with high water permeability designed, among others, for thin-walled sausage casings. The product will debut at the K trade fair at BASF’s booth C21/D21 in Hall 5.

2025-09-19 polyamide (PA)

ENGEL presents the evolution from inject 4.0 to inject AI at K 2025

EngelENGELtarget material savings, scrap reduction and faster setup.

2025-09-19 injection moulding

Kiefel presents “The Perfect Match” at Fachpack

Two technologies, one goal: the future of sustainable packaging. At Fachpack 2025 in Nuremberg, Kiefel celebrates the premiere of its new Dry Fiber technology - demonstrating how it complements the proven Wet Fiber solution to open up entirely new opportunities for FMCG brand owners and converters.

2025-09-18 fairs

Focus on radiation crosslinking: BGS experts at K 2025

Radiation crosslinking opens up completely new possibilities for polymers: Precise crosslinking can improve mechanical properties, increase heat resistance and abrasion resistance, and significantly increase chemical resistance.

2025-09-18 fairs

Exolon Group introduces Panel 60 HX for translucent facades

Exolon Group has launched the Exolon Panel 60 HX, a 60 mm polycarbonate panel with a Hybrid-X structure for translucent facades. An Ecoplus variant uses biocircular raw materials attributed via ISCC PLUS mass balance, with up to 89 percent from non-fossil sources, according to the company.

2025-09-17 polycarbonate (PC)

Sumitomo (SHI) Demag to showcase all-electric PAC-E at K 2025

At K 2025, Sumitomo (SHI) Demag will run an all-electric 420t PAC-E caps and closures cell integrating a 72-cavity tool and inline digital cap printing, targeting faster cycles, energy cuts and on-the-fly personalisation.

2025-09-17 fairs

Tomra introduces 4C optical sorter with dual AI for nuts and IQF

Tomra Food has launched the 4C optical sorter for nuts and IQF, combining LUCAi deep learning with machine learning to raise detection accuracy and reduce false rejects. The unit arrives pre-set for integration and targets consistent quality and efficiency.

2025-09-17 artificial intelligence

Chen Hsong at K2025 - professional solutions for injection molding in the AI era

Chen Hsong will introduce its DMZ multi-material injection molding machines and the iChen Smart Family, including the AI Molder, with a planned debut at K 2025. The release combines precision hardware with connected software for Industry 4.0 workflows.

2025-09-16 injection moulding press/machines

Alpla marks 70 years and outlines strategy for growth

Alpla marked its 70th anniversary with a review of key innovations and a focus on future investments in digitalisation, automation and circular economy models, while maintaining its system approach to plastic packaging and recycling. The family-owned company operates 200 sites in 46 countries and employs more than 24,000 people.

2025-09-16 innovations

The MOL Group transforms plastic waste into high-value products

MOL Group has completed its first ISCC PLUS-certified production run with circular feedstock at Tiszaújváros, converting post-consumer plastic waste-based feedstock into PE and PP. The pilot applied a mass balance approach on the steam cracker and downstream polymerization.

2025-09-15 chemical recycling