Green Plast 2025’s official press conference set the stage for an event focused on innovation and sustainability in plastics and rubber processing. Scheduled for 27-30 May 2025 in Milan, this international exhibition promises cutting-edge discussions on environmental efficiency and recycling advancements.

From September 22 to 26, 2025, EMO Hannover will once again host the Startup Area, bringing together young companies and established industry players. Supported by VDW, VDMA Startup-Machine Services, and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, the event highlights cutting-edge solutions in Industry 4.0, AI, 3D printing, and automation.

Mitsubishi Electric's SMKL concept provides a structured approach to digitalizing production facilities. Built on the Kaizen principle of continuous improvement, it enables companies to implement digital transformation in manageable steps.

I-Mold’s innovative Gate Cutter automates the removal of sprues and runner channels directly within the closed mould, eliminating the need for manual post-processing. Compatible with various gate designs and materials, this hydraulic-driven system ensures clean, burr-free cuts while maintaining cycle times.

The CK modular tool system from Big Daishowa set a new standard in precision machining by integrating advanced turning tools into simple, adaptable holders. Designed for milling, rough boring, and fine boring, this patented system delivers micrometer-level accuracy, extended tool life, and cost-effective operation.

The 30th Fakuma international trade fair for plastics processing is set to take place from October 12 to 16, 2026, in Friedrichshafen, with a new schedule kicking off on Monday. Following the success of Fakuma 2024, which featured 1,639 exhibitors and a robust international presence, preparations are already underway for the anniversary event.

Syncro Group has joined the Kunststoff-Institut Lüdenscheid, a well-known organization supporting the plastics industry through research, consulting, and training. The company announced that the collaboration aligns with its focus on innovation and sustainability while providing access to valuable resources and networking opportunities.

With the new M-950iA/500, Fanuc introduces a large and heavy-payload industrial robot with a wide motion range thanks to its serial-link configuration. Serial-link robots provide a much wider range of motion and more versatility in lifting and handling operations.

Multi-material technology in the field of additive manufacturing can be used to produce components that are not only geometrically complex but also combine several properties and functions. Several Fraunhofer institutes have been developing expertise in the field of additive manufacturing for several decades and have developed successful technologies, as the following examples show.

As industries face evolving demands in production and supply chains, Parts2clean 2025 will address the latest challenges in industrial parts and surface cleaning. Scheduled from October 7–9, 2025, at the Stuttgart Exhibition Center, the event will feature expanded solutions, with a spotlight on high-purity cleaning and deburring.