Scanfill launches rPP film for food contact
Scanfill is launching Scanfoil rPP POP film with a 30% share of post-consumer mechanically recycled PP. The material has been approved for food contact and is intended to meet upcoming PPWR requirements.
Recycling
News Plastech
Klöckner Pentaplast launches new kp Infinity trays
Klöckner Pentaplast has launched a new kp Infinity tray range for packed fresh fruit. The EPP packs are designed to be lightweight, durable and fully recyclable, while helping reduce product loss and improve packaging recyclability.
Conference programme for AMI Compounding & Recycling Expo
AMI has published the conference programme accompanying Compounding & Recycling Expo, which will take place on 23-24 September 2026 in Frankfurt. The two-day agenda includes presentations focused on recycling and compounding.
EPR in Europe, system quality determines effectiveness
An analysis of extended producer responsibility systems across the 27 EU countries shows that the level of fees does not determine recycling performance. System design, eco-modulation, transparency and infrastructure are the key factors.
Neumag BCF tests PET recycling in a carpet-to-carpet system
Barmag, in cooperation with industrial and research partners, evaluated the use of 100% recycled PET carpet material for BCF yarn production. The trials confirmed that the material can be fed back into the spinning process without the addition of virgin polymer.
GreenDot acquires Anviplas Spain and strengthens LDPE recycling
GreenDot is expanding its European plastics recycling platform with the Anviplas Spain plant in Navarcles, Catalonia. The move increases LDPE recycling capacity and the availability of high-quality recyclates for European converters and brand owners.
BGS: Plastic components for energy infrastructure – radiation-crosslinked plastics in practice
High-voltage cables, district heating couplings, battery storage systems, hydrogen tanks, smart grids – energy infrastructure is diverse and complex. All these components have one thing in common: they must meet extreme requirements. Radiation-crosslinked plastics play a key role here.
Does the packaging material affect perceptions of the product’s quality?
Studies cited in the material indicate that touch and the material properties of packaging affect the perceived quality, credibility and attractiveness of a product. In this context, carton is gaining importance not only for environmental reasons, but also for sensory and brand perception factors.
Coveris recognised for print excellence with Gold at FIA UK Awards 2026
Coveris won Gold at the FIA UK Awards 2026 in the surface print on medium web film category. The award went to Tesco Finest Rosemary & Sea Salt Focaccia packaging, printed at the company’s Burnley site.
FDA confirms Coperion technology for rHDPE and rPP
Coperion has received a Letter of No Objection from the U.S. FDA for its HDPE and PP recycling technology. It confirms that the combination of twin screw extruders and EcoFresh silo degassing enables the production of recyclates for direct food contact.
Tosca on the role of reusable packaging in Europe
Tosca believes reusable packaging is becoming an important part of European supply chain infrastructure. The company points to cost pressure, labour shortages and tightening packaging and packaging waste regulations.
Unipack upgrades PET strapping line with Gneuss
Czech packaging manufacturer Unipack replaced an older extruder with a Gneuss OMNI extrusion system for polyester strapping production. The upgrade delivered higher output, greater process stability, and lower energy consumption and scrap rates.
