Why rubber spreader rollers are not an optimal solution Spreader rollers are crucial for the production of films, paper and textiles - but rubber rollers have serious disadvantages: rapid wear, sensitivity to chemicals and ozone as well as disruptive static charges that impair the process. The Mink web spreader roller offers a much better alternative: Durable & dimensionally stable - Innovative… Read more
KUHNE Anlagenbau's Triple Bubble® technology is setting a new standard in the production of PVDC shrink bags, providing an innovative solution for the food packaging industry. This cutting-edge process uses a unique three-step biaxial orientation technique that incorporates rapid vacuum cooling, simultaneous orientation, and thermo-fixation. The result is a film with exceptional mechanical… Read more
Ahead of ICE 2025 running from the 11th to 13th of March in Munich, Germany, Meech International is emphasising the critical role of static energy management and contamination control in advancing sustainability, urging greater awareness of their combined impact on manufacturers striving to meet their environmental goals.  As industries worldwide accelerate the shift toward sustainable,… Read more
Somatec is pleased to announce the acquisition of the blade holder division of Engel GmbH.  This strategic move expands Somatec’s product portfolio and strengthens its position as a provider of innovative industrial solutions. With the acquisition of the blade holders, known for their high quality and precision, Somatec will be able to offer an even broader range of products. The integration of… Read more
ED TouchlessClean Touchless, inline roller surface cleaning The cleaning of roller surfaces is a major issue in film and sheet production. The more important function and appearance are, the more the roller surface is to the quality of the product. No matter how optimized a process is, the fact that the roller surface becomes contaminated more or less quickly as production continues cannot be… Read more
Erhardt+Leimer presents exciting novelties at ICE Europe 2025 As a long-standing partner to the converting industry, ICE Europe is always a highlight of the trade fair year for Erhardt+Leimer. In addition to many other solutions for web guiding, web tension control and web inspection, this time the component manufacturer will be presenting two state-of-the-art new innovations in the field of… Read more
In modern industry, winding shafts are essential components, particularly in sectors such as paper, nonwoven, textile, metal, and plastic film processing. Their functionality is crucial for a smooth production process. However, like any mechanical component, they are subject to wear and potential malfunctions. An innovative approach to early detection of such issues is condition monitoring, which… Read more

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OCS Celebrates 10th Participation at ICE Munich – Experience Our Cutting-Edge Inspection & Automation Solutions… Read more

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Innovative OMNI recycling technology enables Plastlit to integrate post-consumer polystyrene into food packaging,… Read more

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Now, you can eliminate the strapping process from your packaging line when using a RoRo StretchPack® packaging machine.… Read more

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In recent months, SML's development efforts have focused on increasing capacity, productivity and efficiency as well as… Read more
Traceability along the entire value chain – taking the example of Henkel Digital Product Passport: Rethinking… Read more
Packaging film manufacturer Bogucki Folie relies on PAM die and feedblock automation to become less dependent on the… Read more
The new headquarters of OCS Optical Control Systems GmbH is being built at MarK 51°7, the former Opel plant site in… Read more
Discover the Future of Food Packaging with KUHNE at IFFA 2025! In an era where sustainability and performance are at… Read more

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Increasing demands on quality, efficiency and sustainability are driving digitalization in the web-processing industry.… Read more
Zecher GmbH and the Chromos Group are pleased to announce the expansion of their long-standing partnership. From… Read more
Zecher GmbH, the pioneer of anilox rollers, and Ulmex Industries GmbH, the specialist for laser cleaning systems, will… Read more
Hydrogen will play a central role as an important energy source in the energy revolution. Fuel cells are a key… Read more
NGR achieves positive Scientific Opinion by EFSA for their Liquid State Polycondensation (LSP) - Process - A milestone… Read more

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German adhesive tape manufacturer monta Klebebandwerk GmbH extends its sustainable Greenline range with another… Read more
For the third consecutive time, monta Klebebandwerk GmbH was awarded the silver medal by ecovadis, the international… Read more
ALEXANDRIA, Minn., August 09, 2023 – Orion Packaging Systems, a ProMach brand, is displaying its vast array of stretch… Read more

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GreenPlast 2025 is set to be the key event of the year for those focused on the sustainable future of plastics. From 27 to 30 May 2025, Milan will host an unmissable exhibition-conference, offering a unique opportunity to explore cutting-edge technologies, engage with international experts, and… Read more
Dr. Andreas Pleßke confirmed as chairman of the drupa committee – course charted for the future of the world-leading… Read more
China remains crucial in global economic growth, with a steadily expanding Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) and… Read more
CMG Granulators will be at the event PETCORE EUROPE Annual Conference that will take place on 4th and 5th of February in… Read more

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