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After a 6-year absence, Chinaplas is ready to make a strong comeback to Shanghai on April 23-26, 2024, at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC), Hongqiao, Shanghai, PR China. To mark this special occasion, Chinaplas – Ready to Roll at Shanghai Kick-off Gala was held in Shanghai on March 28.
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Retal PA is the first US facility for multinational plastic packaging producer Retal Industries, with a further 12 factories across Europe all focused on developing and manufacturing preforms, closures and films. Based in Donora, the 11-line production site is efficiently managed by a dedicated team of industry experts, with considerable investment
Read moreAverage EU PET beverage bottles’ recycled content rate reached 24%, yet more work is needed to achieve the 2025 EU targets 2022 was an unprecedented year for the PET and rPET value chains, as shown in the latest report. Despite extreme uncertainty, figures show advancement in the market. However, the disparities
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The industrial automation company And&Or, headquartered in Palomares del Río, Spain, announced the acquisition of Icebel, a leading Portuguese company specialising in machinery and technologies for the glass Industry. This operation reflects the continued growth and expansion of the And&Or Group in the market, further solidifying its position as a leader
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Boretech, Booth NF07 PETplanet: What recent developments in the PET market have significantly influenced your ongoing R&D initiatives? In recent years, we have observed several changes in the packaging market with the gradual increase in the application of recycled PET. Many countries have also progressively relaxed regulations on the use of
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Newamstar, Hall 8.1 – Booth D50 Newamstar is set to showcase its smart manufacturing techniques for eco-friendly products and engage in discussions on future industry trends at both CBST2024 and Chinaplas. During CBST2024, the company will present its comprehensive digital factory solutions and unveil new blockbuster products at their booth. In
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Erema, Hall 2.1 – Booth C55 With the PET industry in Asia and Africa expanding, the Austrian recycling machine manufacturer Erema is poised to address the rising demand for efficient recycling solutions at Chinaplas. The company will highlight its renowned Vacurema technology. This technology, introduced 25 years ago and continuously refined,
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Avient, Hall 8.2 – Booth F31 Avient Corporation will present its portfolio of materials and technologies that can help designers, brand owners, and manufacturers improve the sustainability, performance, and aesthetics of their applications, with a focus on enhancing recyclability in packaging. Avient will highlight the following solutions for applications in packaging,
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Aceretech, Booth ND 18 Aceretech, Jiangsu, China, introduces its bottle-to-bottle food-grade pelletising system. The continuous SSP (solid state polycondensation) production process consists of several key components. These components are claimed to seamlessly integrate with preceding granulation equipment to achieve continuous crystallisation and viscosity enhancement of rPET pellets. This system is capable
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Eisbär, Hall 2.1 Booth A50 Eisbär, a leading manufacturer of auxiliary equipment for the plastics industry, has unveiled a range of cutting-edge systems aimed at bolstering quality and productivity in plastic manufacturing processes. Specialising in solutions to prevent condensation on cooled moulds and facilitate the drying of plastic resin, Eisbär’s systems
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Z-Moulds, Hall 2.1 Booth A52 This year, Z-Moulds and Eisbär once again share a joint booth at Chinaplas. Z-Moulds will spotlight closure advancements and new technologies aimed at enhancing competitive advantage in cycle times and mould dimensions. In the realm of closure developments, the company is highlighting the 26 mm GME 30.40,
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