Fachpack 2022: New ideas and inspiration for the packaging sector
From 27 to 29 September 2022, it will once again be time for Fachpack, the trade fair for packaging, technology and processes, to open its doors at Exhibition Centre Nuremberg.
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Milliken delivers chemistry with a purpose at K 2022
Global manufacturer demonstrates circularity through plastics additives showcase
Official special show "Plastics shape the future" focuses on the hot topics
The focus of the special show under the auspices of Plastics Europe Deutschland (PED), the plastics producers' association, and Messe Düsseldorf will be on the three ground-breaking hot topics of K 2022: climate protection, circular economy, and digitalisation.
ICIS petrochemicals and plastics index (IPEX) pointing to global price collapse
The monthly ICIS Petrochemical Index (IPEX) is recording a collapse in commodity petrochemical and polymer prices worldwide as economic and cost pressures for the sector mount.
Strategic start-up investment in Biofiber Tech Sweden AB
Hamburg-based K.D. Feddersen Holding GmbH acquired a minority stake in the start-up Biofiber Tech Sweden AB in June 2022.
Wacker presents self-adhesive liquid silicone rubber for polycarbonate
Wacker will be premiering its novel Elastosil LR 3078 product series at K 2022. These self-adhesive liquid silicone rubber grades cure extremely fast and establish a firm bond with the thermoplastic polycarbonate without the need to pretreat its surface.
Ineos Styrolution introduces new product portfolio for polymer modification
Ineos Styrolution, the global leader in styrenics, has announced the introduction of an all-new product portfolio dedicated to polymer modification.
Styrenics Circular Solutions welcomes Styropek
Styropek membership further strengthens EPS representation in the value chain alliance
The Italians at K
Almost 400 Italian companies in the plastics and rubber sector registered for the upcoming edition of K, taking place in Düsseldorf on 19-26 October 2022.
Pneumatic vs electric ultrasonic welding machines - the potential to save energy and boost quality
Faced with rising energy costs, many companies have set themselves the target of saving electricity.
Bringing a varied selection of TPE sustainability solutions to K 2022
K 2022: Varied selection of TPE recycling solutions from KRAIBURG TP
Alpla's pharma division growing due to acquisition of Polish company
The global packaging company ALPLA is boosting the presence of its pharma division in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) with the acquisition of the Polish company APON.
