Polymer Industry News

EUREKA – MORETTO introduces innovative approach to material drying at K2010 in Düsseldorf

Fast cost benefits with PET drying systems through low energy expenditure brings competitive advantage to moulders.

Challenging economic times require new pioneering business strategies. MORETTO offers moulders the opportunity to embark on a totally new risk-free business model called EUREKA – involving no investment up front – to achieve marked reductions in material treatment costs and, as a consequence, increased profits, improved performance and better quality.

Coperion – Integrated Degassing Solutions at K 2010

Twin Screw Side Degassing – Higher Output, Better Quality and Lower Costs

When compounding and processing polymers degassing processes frequently play an important, but often undervalued role. The ZS-EG twin screw degassing unit presented by Coperion GmbH, Stuttgart/Germany, formerly Werner & Pfleiderer, at K 2010 (Oct.27 to Nov. 3, 2010 in Düsseldorf, Stand B33, Hall 14) is a representative of their comprehensive degassing solutions for compounding and extrusion processes. This range from the degassing of polymer melts to the manufacture of practically odour free plastic for packaging or vehicle interiors.

Negri Bossi is at K2010 in Düsseldorf with numerous new technologies and designs

High technology solutions, completely renewed designs capable of completely satisfying any and all production requirements: this is the business card of Negri Bossi, which will use the opportunity of the K exhibition in Düsseldorf this year, an international exhibition dedicated to technologies for processing plastic and rubber, to showcase its latest innovations.

Emerald Polymer Additives appoints Peter Fielder as general manager of Nitrile Latex and Rubber Chemicals Segment.

In this new role, Fielder will be responsible for charting the strategic course for the successful growth of the business and is also responsible for sales, marketing, product line management, research and development and all operational aspects of the business at the plants in Akron, OH and Henry, IL, which have a long history and reputation for quality and innovation through their predecessor organization, BFGoodrich.

Stéphane Dalimier becomes the new chairman of Federplast.be

Brussels, Belgian Plastics and Rubber Industry – At the board meeting of June 29th, Henri Vliegen handed over its presidency of Federplast.be to Stéphane Dalimier.

Wilmington Machinery - K2010 - Hall 13 - B91-19

Introducing the all-new LUMINA Pallateer Plastic Pallet Molding Systems and showcasing the very popular Small Bottle (SB) High Speed Rotary Blowmolding Systems.

Wilmington Machinery, a manufacturer of high speed rotary co-extrusion blow moulding systems and structural foam injection moulding machinery, will be exhibiting at K2010 in Hall 13 - B91-19.

SACMI presents its latest innovations for the beverage industry at K 2010

There’s an appointment at Düsseldorf that can’t be missed. The K 2010 exhibition, an international trade show dedicated to technologies for processing plastic and rubber materials, will take place from October 27 to November 3. This exceptional showcase, at which SACMI will participate with its 800 m2 exhibition stand (Hall 15 stand B06) will be used to display the protagonists of Sacmi Group’s latest creations.

Plasticizing Screws – made for resistivity and longevity

Durable and sturdy plasticizing screws are among the special features Groche Technik GmbH of Kalletal in Germany will be presenting at K 2010 in Hall 13, Stand D 60. These feedscrews do not reveal at the first glance that they have a lifespan of some three to four times and higher resilience of that available from conventional plasticizing screws. Because of the special tungsten-carbide coating, essential for the processing of aggressive plastics compounds in the injection moulding, MIM, extrusion and thermoset industries, the investment is justified in each and every case – despite the increase in initial cost.

Instron at K 2010: Testing Technology from Thermoplastic Materials to Components

Instron will underline its position as a versatile partner for a full range of polymer testing services at K 2010, October 27th to November 3rd in Düsseldorf, on Stand J18 in Hall 10.

The company will present its comprehensive portfolio of newly-developed and enhanced testing devices, ranging from high-precision melt flow testers for the quality control and research of thermoplastic materials, to impact test systems and devices for the measurement of static and dynamic material properties, as well as application-specific systems for the evaluation of plastic parts.

Brückner Maschinenbau at the K 2010 - 50 Years Brückner - World Market Leadership Strengthened

Brückner is celebrating the company’s 50th anniversary in 2010. Over decades, not only was Brückner able to secure, but also to strengthen their position as world market leader for film stretching lines – within the entire BO market as well as in the BOPP segment. As to BOPET, Brückner has been able to gain a significant market share in recent years.

New Line Designs: More efficiency and sustainability in film production / manufacture of trend-setting specialty films

Apart from issues on productivity and efficiency, energy consumption and sustainability have increasingly gained importance - particularly in the last ten years. At an early stage, Brückner has given great thought to such issues and has come up with relevant concepts in order to meet the ever-increasing demand for modern, highly efficient and environmentally-friendly film production lines.

Trexel to Show K-2010 Attendees How "Thinking in MuCell" will Improve Part Quality, Reduce Production Costs and Minimize CO2 Emissions at the Same Time.

Trexel will display at this year's K 2010 a broad variety of leading-edge applications across many industries, all molded using Trexel's MuCell® microcellular foam molding process. The theme of this year's Trexel exhibit is, "Thinking in MuCell". The Trexel exhibit is located in Hall 13, A48.

Waldorf Technik K2010 Hall 7A, Stand B02 - We don’t sell equipment, we provide safety

Waldorf Technik is a specialized provider of automation for injection moulding productions.

The company concentrates on safe solutions which are highly appreciated by customers in the medical-technical branch. The specialized engineering company has qualified again for the renowned German award “Top 100 – the most innovative middle-class companies”. During K 2010, Waldorf Technik is represented on the Netstal stand D24 in hall 15 and on the Sumitomo De-mag stand D22 in, hall 15, and maintains an information stand at B02 in hall 7A. The Netstal exhibit displays the largest medical-technical plant – with regard to numbers of cavities – ever shown during a K exhibition.

Everyone Is Talking about Energy Saving - HERBOLD has the appropriate granulator design

The SB series with increased efficiencies and power savings that a patent in the USA has been applied for based on their unique design. Two years after their commercial launch, as many as 80 machines of this series have been sold and the customer’s feedback was unanimous: energy savings between 30 and 50% have been achieved. This means reduced operating costs and money savings in the amount of 15 to 25 thousand Euros per year with a 75 kW granulator operated in three shifts.

Arburg as strong partner for the future

K 2010: World premieres for unique Selogica features and large high-performance hybrid machine / Efficient moulded part production with complex production cells, applications and mould technology.

Managing Partner and Spokesperson for the Arburg Management Team, Michael Hehl, describes the company’s focus at the K 2010.

MANN+HUMMEL ProTec at K 2010

Innovations in material handling increase flexibility, efficiency and ease of use

At this year’s K-exhibition, MANN+HUMMEL ProTec is presenting the new generation of energy-efficient SOMOS® D dry air dryers, a new dryer for small loads, new conveyer equipment and a high-precision dosing system for small amounts, especially designed for extrusion.

ILLIG at K 2010 - Thermoforming Pushed to High-Performance

State-of-the-art technologies and benefits provided by system solutions for thermoforming of plastic packs in any shape or size in large quantities are core elements of ILLIG's trade fair appearance at this year's K trade fair, Düsseldorf, Hall 3, Stand A52.

Amcor Expands Material/Process Capabilities with Acquisition of Ball Plastics Packaging Americas

Amcor Rigid Plastics' acquisition of Ball Plastics Packaging Americas on Aug. 2 complements the company's PET beverage packaging business and expands its role in the high-growth diversified products packaging category which includes health care/pharmaceutical, home care, personal care, food, and distilled spirits, says William Long, president of Amcor Rigid Plastics. The deal brings expanded material and process capabilities, including multilayer, retort, and barrier technologies, along with know-how to manufacture HDPE and PP extrusion-blow molded containers.

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