Chinaplas aims to advance a smarter, circular future
CHINAPLAS 2027, where the plastics and rubber industries showcase their next wave of innovation, is set to take centre stage at Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center (Bao’an), PR China, on 13-16 April 2027. The exhibition area is expected to reach 390,000 sqm, bringing together over 4,700 international exhibitors. Alternating between Shenzhen (odd years) and […]
Afera – When does adhesive film count as packaging?
Afera’s new decision tree gives adhesive-film companies and their customers a practical way to distinguish process films from packaging under the PPWR. Afera unveiled its PPWR Adhesive Films Decision Tree to the wider industry in the May issue of Afera Insights. The public guide was created to answer a difficult but increasingly important question: When […]
SÜDPACK advances decarbonisation of the company group
The SÜDPACK Group has once again significantly improved its own operational carbon footprint (Scope 1 & 2) – and is continuing to work intensively on implementing its ambitious targets in Scope 3 as well. Consistent, values-driven action, technical innovations, collaboration along the value chain and the embedding of the sustainability strategy throughout the organisation are […]
GEW launches EOS Power & Control Platform
GEW, the UK-based UV curing systems manufacturer, has announced the launch of its groundbreaking EOS power and control platform, which rolls out at LOUPE Americas in Chicago this week. Production advantages EOS replaces GEW’s renowned RHINO Power infrastructure, bringing a broad range of production advantages for users. A total redesign of GEW’s power supplies, control […]
Afera – Pellet loss rules reach the adhesive tape value chain
The EU’s new Regulation introduces operational controls for plastic pellet handling, prompting Afera to assess what it means for the European adhesive tape industry. Implementation phase The EU’s pellet loss Regulation is moving into its implementation phase, bringing new compliance considerations for manufacturers handling polymer-containing materials. At its latest Regulatory Affairs Working Group (RAWG) Meetings, […]