https://www.plastech.biz/en/news/tag/polymer-industry-254 · 28.07.2026

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New silicone additives from Wacker for composites at JEC World 2026

At JEC World 2026, Wacker is presenting the new impact modifiers Genioperl W37 and W38 for thermosetting resins and the silicone compound Powersil Resin 710 for manufacturing components in thermal class R.

2026-03-11 chemical industry

Delta Tecnic at Plastics & Rubber 2026 with solutions for processors

At Plastics & Rubber 2026 in Barcelona, Delta Tecnic will present a comprehensive portfolio of solutions for plastics processors, including masterbatches, technical additives and specialty pigments, as well as its participation in the TechFocus conference program.

2026-03-11 masterbatches

GCR and RIGK advance recycling of industrial packaging in Europe

GCR Plastic Solutions and RIGK have carried out advanced recycling trials of post-consumer industrial packaging from the PAMIRA and GVÖ systems, aimed at meeting future PPWR requirements for material quality, traceability and safety.

2026-03-10 recycling

Ten years of Gabriel-Chemie Ibérica on the masterbatch market

Gabriel-Chemie Ibérica reviews its first ten years of operations, focusing on the development of its production site, the strengthening of customer relations and integration within the international network of the Gabriel-Chemie Group.

2026-03-10 masterbatches

Kistler invests in Asia and plans a smart factory in Winterthur

The Kistler Group maintained a stable sales level of CHF 424 million in 2025 despite unfavorable exchange rates and an automotive slowdown, while preparing the construction of an automated sensor plant in Winterthur and strengthening its presence in Asia.

2026-03-10 machine industry

Asahi Kasei Advance debuts at Techtextil 2026 with nonwovens portfolio

Asahi Kasei Advance will exhibit for the first time at Techtextil 2026 in Frankfurt, presenting a portfolio of high-performance nonwovens, flame-retardant fabrics and advanced textile solutions for various industries.

2026-03-10 packaging industry

New ISBM technology for lightweight HDPE bottles

Polyplastics, Colgate-Palmolive and PTI have developed a new ISBM technology for manufacturing HDPE bottles, enabling significant weight reduction and shorter production cycles while maintaining hot-fill capability.

2026-03-09 packagings

EuPF: partial exemption of stretch film from reuse targets

The European Commission has adopted a delegated act exempting pallet wrapping films and straps from the 100% reuse obligation in certain domestic and intra-group applications. However, EuPF notes that the lack of an exemption for cross-border transport leaves a key reuse target unresolved.

2026-03-09 packaging industry