Despite growing awareness, only 9.5 percent of global plastics in 2022 came from recycled materials, a new study reveals — highlighting stark regional differences and a surge in plastic incineration as pollution continues to escalate.

Fotec Research and Technology Transfer at the University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt has succeeded in making the reworking of additively manufactured components more economical with the help of a process known as ‘Hirtising’.

AI and smart assistance systems support workers on the shop floor — boosting efficiency while keeping people at the centre of production.

HCL Software introduces CAM Works for 3D Experience Solidworks, enhancing cloud-based collaboration and CNC programming flexibility. With Machine Aware Programming and expanded simulation capabilities, the latest release helps identify issues earlier in the process, improving productivity and part quality.

Maximising machine capacity and minimising idle time, the Sinco Multizero workholding system offers a flexible, high-precision solution for multi-part clamping in CNC machining. Its dense grid of zero-point locations, modular design, and Industry 4.0 compatibility support efficient, unattended production and help manufacturers boost throughput and profitability.

Fresh perspectives and forward thinking: At the fifth VDWF Practical Forum on Plastics Technology, experts came together online to explore the future of injection moulding — from sustainable solutions and digitalisation to the power of collaboration and automation.

With 722 exhibitors from 37 countries and around 15,000 trade visitors, Euroguss 2026 confirmed its status as the leading international platform for the die casting industry

Industry leaders in manufacturing will gather in Limassol, Cyprus, for the Ency World Conference 2025. The event will spotlight advancements in CAD/CAM technology, technical masterclasses, networking opportunities and insights into Ency X, the latest innovation designed to enhance efficiency and collaboration in production.

The UK subcontract manufacturing market saw a sharp rebound in 2025, rising 47 percent compared with the previous year, according to Qimtek’s latest Contract Manufacturing Index.

Innovation, circularity and responsibility took centre stage at K 2025. The fully booked trade fair in Düsseldorf once again set the tone for the global plastics and rubber industry’s path toward a more sustainable and digital future.