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Etex: Talks with Austrotherm on sale of XPS business in four European countries

12:47 - Etex and Austrotherm have entered into exclusive negotiations regarding the acquisition of Etex’s XPS insulation activities in Germany, France, Italy and Spain. The transaction would include four production sites as well as the associated sales activities. It remains subject to regulatory approvals...

Rampf: Acquisition of HGIT Strengthens Mixing and Dispensing Technology in China

11:45 - The Rampf Group is acquiring Chinese mixing and dispensing technology specialist HGIT Dalian Huagong Innovation Technology Co., Ltd. With the acquisition, the company is expanding its portfolio for processing polyurethane, silicone and epoxy resin systems while also strengthening its service presence...

LyondellBasell: Pyrolysis Reactors Installed for MoReTec Plant in Wesseling

11:34 - LyondellBasell (LYB) has reached another milestone in the construction of its chemical recycling plant at its Wesseling site. The two pyrolysis reactors for the “MoReTec-1” plant have been installed, the company announced. The reactors form the core of the catalytic recycling technology developed...

Econ: Subsidiary Opened in Brazil

09:06 - On August 25, 2026, Econ GmbH opened a new sales, service, and production subsidiary in Antônio Carlos in the Brazilian state of Santa Catarina. With “Econ Brasil,” the Austrian manufacturer of pelletizing systems is expanding its international network and strengthening its presence in the South American...

ifo: Export Expectations in Germany Rise Sharply in August

08:58 - Sentiment in the German export industry has improved considerably. The ifo Export Expectations rose to +9.6 points in August, up from -2.8 points in July. That’s the highest figure since February 2022 and the sharpest increase since June 2020. “The export industry is picking up speed,” says Klaus Wohlrabe....

Alujain: PP fiber JV with Beaulieu Fibres

06:00 - Saudi Arabian holding company Alujain Corp. is establishing a joint venture with Belgium’s Beaulieu International Group (BIG) to expand polypropylene fiber production at its Yanbu site. In a press release issued recently, Alujain announced the signing of a corresponding agreement. Alujain and Beaulieu...

Roemheld: New Systems for Faster Mold Changes

06:00 - At Fakuma 2026, Roemheld will present two new solutions for mold and tool changes in plastics processing: the electrically driven RWA 1000 elmo mold-changing cart for loads of up to 1,000 kilograms and a new push-pull platform for tools weighing up to 1.6 tonnes. The company’s trade fair presentation...

Lifocolor: Masterbatch Solutions for Material Changes, Recyclability and EU Compliance

06:00 - At Fakuma 2026, Lifocolor will present masterbatch solutions addressing current requirements in plastics processing. The company's trade fair presentation will focus on changes in packaging materials, the sortability of black plastics in the recycling process and compliance with new European regulations....

Meusburger: Standard Parts, Cleanroom Technology and Digital Design Solutions – Factory Tours at the Wolfurt Site

06:00 - Meusburger will present product innovations, range expansions and digital applications for tool, mould and machine making at Fakuma 2026. Key topics include standard parts and hot runner technology, components for cleanroom applications, and digital tools to support design and procurement. In addition,...

ifo: Business Climate Rises in August

25.08.2026 - Sentiment among companies in Germany has increased. The ifo Business Climate Index rose to 88.8 points in August, up from 86.7 in July. Companies were more satisfied with their current situation, and they revised their expectations significantly upward. Uncertainty continued to decline. Despite another...

Amcor: Berry Integration Delivers Higher Synergies Than Planned

25.08.2026 - Packaging group Amcor generated higher synergies from the acquisition of Berry Global in fiscal 2026 than originally expected. According to the company, realized synergies amounted to USD 285 million. Amcor had initially projected USD 260 million for the first full fiscal year following the combination....

Excelitas: Infrared technology optimizes thermal processes in plastics processing

25.08.2026 - Infrared systems enable targeted and energy-efficient heating in plastics processing. Heat is transferred directly to the required areas of components, edges or film sections without heating the entire machine or surrounding environment. Emitters adapted to the geometry of components and production...

Sumitomo (SHI) Demag: All-electric injection moulding solutions in focus

25.08.2026 - At Fakuma 2026, Sumitomo (SHI) Demag will present two all-electric injection moulding machines from its IntElect series at a joint booth. The company will be exhibiting together with Technotrans and other system and technology partners. The exhibits will include an IntElect 75 featuring a consumer...

Oni Group: New solutions for cooling, temperature control and water treatment

25.08.2026 - The Oni Group will present new and enhanced systems for building services, process technology and water treatment for plastics processing at Fakuma 2026. The focus will be on solutions designed to reduce energy and water consumption, stabilize production processes and lower operating costs. The exhibits...

Gala: New Global Alliance Brings Together Regulatory Work on Antioxidants and Light Stabilizers

25.08.2026 - The "Global Antioxidants and Light Stabilizers Alliance" (Gala) has been established as a new international industry association for antioxidants and light stabilizers. The organization initially comprises 20 companies and aims to coordinate regulatory and scientific collaboration on these additive...

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