k show

Machine-Side and Central Chiller Lines, Industry 4.0 Controls to Launch

Frigel will use K 2022 to showcase a number of developments in process cooling, including new and expanded lines of central and machine-side chillers, as well as advanced control platforms.

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New Packaging and Industrial Machines Boast Speed, Energy Efficiency, Web Connectivity

Bekum launches two new series of machines with new clamps, extruders, and controls at K 2022 show.

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industry 4.0

Digital Product Passport for Plastic Products Supports Circularity

As part of a series of interviews leading-up to K 2022 Show, VDMA interviews Dr. Benedikt Brenken, director of R-Cycle.

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Sustainable Materials is Focus of Thermoforming Exhibits at K 2022

Thermoforming equipment makers including WM, Kiefel, and OMV will showcase processing of recyclable and biobased materials.

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Thermoforming

High-Speed, Form-Cut-Stack Thermoformers, Robotic Trim Press Handle, Next-Generation Controls

BMG to showcase GN915 thermoformer as well as new Mantis robotic trim press handler and next-generation controls at K 2022.  

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sustainability

New In-Mold Labels Enhance Recycling of PP Containers

New PP IML labels from MCC Verstraete separate from PP containers during mechanical recycling to preserve the color and transparency of the container resin.

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Packaging

At K 2022: Improved Automatic Process Control for PET Bottle Blowing

New Process Pilot+ from Agr International offers faster response and flexible goals for keeping PET bottles on spec.

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sustainability

New Method for Multi-Material Packaging

New mechanical recycling approach shows promise for reclaiming composite packaging.

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k show

K Goes Platinum in 2022

When it comes to the plastics industry’s biggest international trade shows, only the triennial K show looks to evade the lingering impact of the coronavirus pandemic as it marks 70 years.

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Array of Recycling Machinery to Debut at K 2022

EREMA will present several recycling equipment innovations at K Show, live recycling demonstrations, and an exhibit of products made from recycled materials.

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Plastics Size Reduction