HEXPOL TPE range developed for drinking water applications / Material can be used in injection moulding or extrusion processes	11.05.2017
KUMHO / DVA SAN grade developed for food contact applications	10.05.2017
MILLIKEN Clear packaging applications at "interpack" / "NX" UltraClear PP makes transparent, lightweight bottles	02.05.2017
POLYONE "Smartbatch" masterbatch provides fabric effect for moulded surfaces	28.04.2017
FKUR Expansion of bio-based products with two new injection moulding grades	25.04.2017
SOLVAY High-performance polymers for implants / New dental care business line / Customisable PEEK grades for injection moulding	19.04.2017
EPSAN Two new PPA grades for high-temperature applications	13.04.2017
TOSAF New white masterbatch boosts efficiency / Extrusion applications	12.04.2017
RTP Laser-markable compounds introduced / Applications in medical devices market / High contrast marks can provide unique identifiers	06.04.2017
DENSO Bio-polycarbonate used in car navigation systems	06.04.2017
UBE Products for high-end composite applications displayed at "JEC" in Paris	04.04.2017
GABRIEL-CHEMIE Launch of new colour masterbatches / Natural effects such as marble and onyx on plastic / Series avoids need for metallisation	31.03.2017
LYONDELLBASELL New PP resin for pharmaceutical packaging and labware	29.03.2017
BIEGLO Certification of CoPEEK powder and granules for medical applications	29.03.2017
TOTAL Launch of HDPE grade with enhanced stiffness / Designed for food packaging applications	28.03.2017

BASF Three-way cooperation in developing additive manufacturing solutions / PA 6 powder for 3D printing	06.01.2016
LARGE SCALE 3D PRINTING Production of carbon graphite reinforced composite thermoplastic components / Operating speeds of up to 45 kg/h / Project cooperation between Thermwood and American Kuhne	10.08.2015
ENGEL Energy saving retrofit process developed for injection moulding machines / Up to 50% less energy consumption	03.02.2014
EUROPEAN PLASTICS MACHINERY Energy efficiency guidance for extrusion blow moulding machines	14.01.2014
EREMA Prepares to unveil new recycling technology at "K 2013" in October	17.06.2013

NANOPACK EUR 7.7m EU funding for research into antimicrobial surfaces for use in food packaging / Active polymer films based on natural halloysite nanotubes	20.02.2017
BIODEGRADABLE COATINGS "HyperBioCoat" project is established / Improved barrier properties for bio-based packaging	05.12.2016
BIOPOLYMERS Aimplas collaboration with Ainia on "Sostpack" research project / Aim to improve properties for use in food packaging	30.11.2016
ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING Germany's IKV invites participants to 12-month study / Focus on changes needed in product development / Launch in March 2017	28.11.2016
FUNCTIONAL BARRIERS EU-sponsored research project on new multilayer food packaging structures wraps up / Valuable insights into developments needed for use of non-authorised recyclate materials	23.11.2016

TREOFAN Phthalate-free packaging films now available	16.05.2017
MAUSER Liner barrier technology developed for IBCs / UN approved for dangerous goods transport	26.04.2017
RPC ZELLER PLASTIK ZELL Marble effect for tube caps / Premium look for personal care products	24.04.2017
ADIDAS Partnership with Carbon creates 3D printed shoe soles / Production process uses light and oxygen	20.04.2017
CABKA New products at "interpack" / Plastic pallet for chemical industry / Foldable injection-moulded cargo box	18.04.2017

EVONIK Technology for eyeglasses frames / "Implex" offers enhanced design freedom and customisation abilities	13.02.2017
PLASTICS RECYCLING SPAIN Supercritical carbon dioxide employed in technology for cleaning contaminated plastics waste / Aimplas' "Life Extruclean" project reaches pilot plant stage	12.07.2016
AIMPLAS Process to recycle EPS fish packaging is completed / Successful removal of initial waste odour through decontamination	31.03.2016
RAPID TECHNOLOGIES SLS patent protection expires / Additional patents due to terminate this year / Incentive for generative manufacturing	12.02.2014
ROLLPRINT PACKAGING Anti-counterfeit technology for medical and pharmaceutical applications	26.09.2013