8 NEWS PETplanet Insider Vol. 27 No. 01+02/26 www.petpla.net Long-term investment strategy to support continuous growth Petka, known for the production of PET preform and blowing moulds, has invested in a 10,500m² new facility located in Tarsus, Türkiye. The new manufacturing facility represents a strategic investment in advanced technology, automation, and operational efficiency. With a significantly expanded production capacity, the facility has been designed to support both current demands and future projects with greater flexibility and precision. Petka says that this expansion allows them to respond faster to customer needs while maintaining high standards that have defined their reputation over the years. Designed as an integrated manufacturing ecosystem, the new facility combines robot-supported production lines, state-of-the-art machinery, and a strong digital infrastructure. A high level of automation is intended to ensure stable, repeatable, and measurable production processes, while enhanced process control minimises human-related variability and secures consistent quality. Digital monitoring systems enable real-time performance tracking, supporting data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement across operations. Beyond capacity growth, optimised production flows have enabled a meaningful improvement in delivery performance. With the new factory, previously extended lead times have been reduced, allowing to offer faster, more predictable, and more flexible delivery schedules. This improvement strengthens the support of customers with greater reliability across ongoing and new projects. Sustainability has been a core principle in the design of the new facility. Built in line with a green factory approach, it prioritises energy-efficient systems, optimised workflows, and responsible resource management. Smart manufacturing solutions help minimise resource consumption while ensuring that energy use and environmental impact are carefully monitored and controlled, supporting long-term sustainability goals. Over the next five years, Petka aims to increase its production capacity by up to eight times, aligning growth with market demand and project requirements, while preserving its commitment to quality and reliability. www.petkamold.com CHINAPLAS 2026 From April 21 to 24, 2026, CHINAPLAS, one of the world’s largest plastics and rubber trade fairs, will take place at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) in Shanghai. The four-day event will gather thousands of exhibitors and visitors to explore advancements in materials, intelligent production, and sustainable solutions shaping modern plastics applications. CHINAPLAS 2026 is expected to cover more than 390,000m2 across 16 halls, hosting over 4,600 exhibiting companies from around the world. The fair provides a platform for industry players to showcase technologies that support high-end, automated, and environmentally sustainable production processes. While the event spans multiple sectors - including automotive, electronics, and industrial equipment - the focus is on solutions that enhance efficiency, product functionality, and material performance across a broad range of applications. One central theme is material innovation. Exhibitors will present advanced plastics, thermoplastic elastomers, composites, and engineering materials designed for durability, lightweight performance, chemical resistance, and improved electrical or thermal properties. Many of these developments enable the creation of functional, high-performance components across industries, including consumer products, medical devices, and emerging technologies. Another focus is intelligent manufacturing and automation. The fair will feature integrated production lines for injection moulding, extrusion, and blow moulding, alongside digital management and quality control systems powered by industrial IoT and AI. These solutions allow manufacturers to optimise production efficiency, reduce labour costs, and achieve consistent quality across complex processes. Green transition is the third major trend. CHINAPLAS 2026 will highlight technologies for recycling, energy-efficient production, and the development of bio-based and degradable polymers. Innovations include additive systems that improve the performance of recycled materials, methods for reusing industrial by-products, and processes that reduce greenhouse gas emissions during polymer production. These solutions are increasingly relevant to industries seeking to balance operational efficiency with environmental responsibility. www.chinaplasonline.com
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