Plast 2026 joins MaTec alongside Xylexpo and Composites Future
Plast 2026 will run on 9 to 12 June 2026 at Fiera Milano as part of MaTec, a combined format with Xylexpo and Composites Future spanning eight halls to encourage cross-sector synergies.
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Arburg France marks 40 years with customer-focused event
Arburg’s first foreign subsidiary marked its 40th anniversary with a customer program at the ATC in Tremblay-en-France, combining technical presentations and live demonstrations. Company management attended, and a new electric Allrounder Trend was highlighted via a video presentation premiered at K 2025.
Taiwan showcases sustainable and smart plastics at K 2025
At K 2025 in Düsseldorf, 118 Taiwanese exhibitors, the fair’s sixth-largest group, presented sustainable technologies and intelligent manufacturing, focusing on recycling, energy efficiency and interconnected machinery.
Evosys installs 100 kWp rooftop PV for sustainable operations
Evosys has installed a photovoltaic system of around 100 kWp on the roof of its production hall. The project expands on-site power supply, supports CO2 reduction and enables growth of the company’s charging infrastructure.
Moretto introduces Hyper Cut high-performance grinder
Moretto has launched Hyper Cut, a plastics grinder available in two models with capacities up to 1,200 kg/h. The system features configurable rotors, 280 rpm operation and options for dust-free material handling.
Successful trade fair appearance: BOY impresses at K 2025 in Düsseldorf
BOY presented nine exhibits in hall 13, booth A43, plus seven machines at partner stands, spotlighting the BOY 20 E Pro and the 1,000 kN BOY 100 Electric with integrated automation.
KraussMaffei presents powerPrint Flex modular 3D printing cell
KraussMaffei will showcase powerPrint Flex, a robot-based, modular large-format 3D printing solution, at Formnext 2025. The system combines the company's extrusion know-how with scalable cell architecture, enabling high-output printing of thin-walled, fiber-reinforced thermoplastics.
Evosys presented laser plastic welding advances at K 2025
At K 2025, Evosys presented the EvoWeld Mini with a wood housing, the EvoWeld Generation 2 and the Evo 0800-TD, drawing strong technical interest in laser plastic welding.
Lindner debuts fourth-generation Micromat shredder at K 2025
At K 2025, Lindner introduced the fourth-generation Micromat stationary single-shaft shredder, featuring a 97% efficient synchronous reluctance drive and a configurable multicut rotor for fast knife changes and broad material flexibility.
MAAG introduces Duration cutting blade for FRP strand granulators
MAAG has developed the Duration cutting blade for its strand granulators, targeting abrasive FRP compounds. The VS23 material increases surface hardness by up to 70 percent, extending service life by a factor of 5 to 9 compared to conventional carbide blades.
KVZ Hintermayr boosts recycling flexibility with Vecoplan
Family-owned KVZ Hintermayr has commissioned a Vecoplan VIZ 1700 shredder at its Wertingen plant to increase throughput and flexibility in processing diverse plastic waste. The HiTorc drive and VSC system are intended to cut energy consumption and support stable extruder line operation.
Circular economy - Taiwan is already doing it
At K 2025, Taiwan showcased its strength in a distinctive way. Over 130 Taiwanese companies presented solutions in machinery, recycling, materials and automation, making Taiwan one of the most strongly represented non-European countries at the fair.
