Smart-Molding

More control, more efficiency, more sustainability in rigid packaging. SACMI will be a key player at Fispal Tecnologia 2026, scheduled from 16 to 19 June 2026 at São Paulo Expo, in Brazil, with advanced technologies and services and solutions designed to improve production performance and accompany the market towards new standards of sustainability.

On May 19, the 30th PLASTPOL officially opened at the Targi Kielce Exhibition & Congress Centre in Poland. As a UFI-certified international trade fair, this milestone edition marked the event’s 30th anniversary and has attracted broad attention from the global plastics and rubber industry. YIZUMI had joined hands with local partner JASZTAL ZHU to strengthen its presence in the European market.

Born on May 18, 2006, with its listing on the Paris Stock Exchange, Arkema was built around a clear ambition: to become an independent reference player in Specialty Materials. Over twenty years, this industrial and human journey has resulted in the emergence of a global group, among the leaders in its sector and firmly focused on innovation. Driven by strong values, Arkema has relied on the collective strength and expertise of the women and men who make up the Group to pursue sustainable growth.

The plastics processing sector is undergoing a period of profound industrial transformation. Companies are under pressure to manage energy resources and materials carefully, updating their production models to meet the increasingly exacting efficiency demands of the market. In this context, investing in cutting-edge technologies is not just a way to optimise processes; it is a forward-looking strategy that can maximise production output and minimise all forms of waste.

Borouge International announces the global launch of Borcycle™ GE2331SY, a new high-performance, recycled polypropylene (PP) compound designed for demanding structural automotive components. The material is a finalist in the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe (PRAE) 2026, reflecting its role in supporting a more sustainable, low-carbon future for mobility.

ENGEL has developed a new machine concept for clearmelt systems based on the duo combi M two-platen injection moulding machine in order to make the clearmelt process even more efficient and easier to implement.

With the new Z084/… centring units, HASCO is expanding its range with a solution that enables high-precision and reliable centring of mould plates in toolmaking, thereby ensuring the long-term quality of components. The combination of tight tolerances and the integrated ball cage ensures precise alignment of the mould plates while significantly reducing the risk of damage to mould inserts – a clear advantage in terms of scrap, rework and downtime.

Toyota Motor Europe presented the award at its Annual Business Meeting May 7, 2026, in Belgium. The company recognized LYB innovation and long-term collaboration to develop postconsumer recycled (PCR) polymer solutions made from end-of-life fishing nets. Toyota plans to incorporate the materials into future vehicles, supporting sustainability goals while maintaining high performance and quality standards.

Syensqo, a global leader in high-performance materials, and woom, the innovative manufacturer of premium children’s and teen’s bikes, announce a strategic partnership to introduce Syensqo’s Omnix® 1030 ECHO RPRF circular polymer in the new woom WOW bike series.

Setting new industry standards, the li:on youth bikes from Kids Bike Revolution in Markdorf combine high safety and stability with low weight as well as sustainable manufacturing and design. A key feature is their frames which come in two sizes. They are made of Fibrit, a polyamide reinforced with 40% recycled carbon fibers that is lightweight and recyclable.