Process Transparency Makes Industry Ready To Match The Circular Economy

The presentation of a first marketplace solution for the plastics industry sees ENGEL taking the next step in digital transformation at K 2019. Networking on a horizontal level opens up the opportunity to analyse and optimise processes across functions along the entire value stream. From intelligent assistance systems to condition monitoring and MES, many different […]

CBI Applauds Private Firms for Helping Resist US Sanctions

According to the Iranian media, the Governor of the Central Bank of Iran commended the role of the private sector in helping the economy to survive the harsh economic penalties imposed by the United States government. Abdolnasser Hemmati praised private companies for helping bring in foreign currency via non-oil exports and, consequently, maintain stability of […]

Higher Added Value Utilizing New Best-In-Class Software Concept In LPKF Machines

Increased quality and efficiency in laser welding applications were the focus of development: With LPKF‘s latest software concept, users only need a few mouse clicks to convert a CAD layout into a laser-welded plastic component – with reliable, traceable results. The LPKF software package offers a complete solution for laser plastic welding: from creating the […]

Digitalisation Helps More Delicate Data Transferring Between Instruments

On the occasion of K 2019, ENGEL announces that it is breaking new ground in the further digitalisation of the injection moulding process in collaboration with Autodesk. The aim is to link the simulation with the real process, in order to be able to better support the plastics processor throughout the complete product life cycle […]

Live Show of IROPRINT™ F Filament Product Printing Utilizing An Ultimaker S5 Machine

Huntsman officially introduced its range of IROPRINT™ additive manufacturing resins, powders and filaments to the global plastics market at K 2019 started from Oct.16th. During K, visitors to Huntsman’s stand can watch IROPRINT 3D printing materials in action – with an IROPRINT™ F filament product printed at the booth, on an Ultimaker S5 machine. There […]

Polymer Material Prices All Fell Down Regarding Falling Official US$ Value

The PDID office of NPC announced the new base prices for polymer and chemicals on Sun. Oct 20th, 2019. Regarding the PDID‘s office practice, in the weeks having a holiday on Saturdays or Sundays, only changes in the official US$ value and its trend affect the price discovery formula, and the global changes in the […]

Stop Initiative Initial Experience Has Been So Good That Is To Be Expanded

Based on a new press release sent PIMI about what has been dialogues at the VDAM with respect to the circular economy, several expert have spoken in this regard. Addressing the problem where it arises like: • Waste systems must be financially viable for emerging markets. • 77 million tonnes of plastic waste were incorrectly disposed of in 2018. • […]

Every Fourth plastic Package Comes From Germany

The amount of plastic packaging worldwide continuously increases, but at the same time there is a shortage of material available for recycling in many places. Even where there are efficient collection systems. The problem is often that consumers do not collect enough. For Gian De Belder, recycling specialist at the consumer goods group Procter & Gamble, the solution to […]