International 3-2026
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Measuring Moisture in Bulk Solids
With the launch of the DewTector®, Coperion introduces an innovative moisture measuring device designed to provide reliable, automated online measurements of surface moisture content in bulk materials, particularly plastic pellets.
Getting the Most from Your Extrusion Tooling
Tooling maintenance helps ensure a quality extruded product – one that meets dimensional specifications, maintains the specified minimum tolerance and is economically produced.
Misunderstood Technology – Why Many PVC Extruders Fail to Unlock the Full Potential of Twin-Screw Extrusion
Twin-screw extrusion has long been regarded as the reference technology for rigid PVC processing. Its capability to handle heat-sensitive materials with stable fusion and low shear makes it ideal for pipe, profile, window systems, and technical extrusions.
CONTENTS:
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Firms in this issue |
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Imprint |
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Industry News |
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Calendar |
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Once again, Fakuma Makes a Strong Statement on Career Opportunities in the Plastics Industry |
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Advanced Recycling Conference 2026 |
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wire & Tube 2026 – An Industry Ready for the Future |
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New Sales Manager Named |
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Women in Plastics Italy – 2026 Annual Assembly Marks Growth, new Appointments, and an Expanding International Outlook |
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Two Different Speed for 2025 and Many Clouds on the Horizon |
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Support for Voluntary Sustainability Report |
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Global Management Team Strengthened |
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New Strategic Direction |
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New Packaging Solutions for Thermoforming Systems |
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Spin-Off: Sensors and Measurement Technology Division to Become an Independent Company |
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Moretto in Motion – Experience, Learn, Innovate |
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Plastics Division with Spare Parts for Underwater Pelletizing Expanded |
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Measuring Moisture in Bulk Solids |
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Reduction in Material Usage for Plastic Packaging |
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DURACON® POM is Adopted for Ground-Breaking Crawler Transport System |
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Reciprocating Head for Medical Tubing Introduced |
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Measurement and Inspection Technology |
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Technology Partnership fort he Spanish Market Started |
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Measurment Technology |
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Introducing New AI-Driven SIMAC® Surface Testing System |
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Extrusion Technologies |
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Polyketone Pipe Extrusion |
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Extrusion Tooling |
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Getting the Most from Your Extrusion Tooling |
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Blown Film |
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Smart Solutions for High Productivity |
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Periphery, Pipe Extrusion |
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Advanced Calibration Technology for Plastic Pipe Extrusion |
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Compounding |
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More Quality, Less Energy – Eccentric Pelletizer EGR Optimized |
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Extrusion Technologies |
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New Dimension in Extrusion Technology |
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Extrusion Technology |
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Misunderstood Technology – Why Many PVC Extruders Fail to Unlock the Full Potential of Twin-Screw Extrusion |
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Corona Treatment – Interview |
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Building on a Legend |
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Recycling |
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Retrofit Solutions for Recycling as Virgin Material Prices Increase |
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European Expertise for High-Quality Plastics Recycling |
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Turning Waste into Raw Materials – Recycling Diapers Instead of Burning Them |
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Food Contact Approval for Recycled Films Obtained |
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Next-Generation AI Platform Launched and GAINnextTM Ecosystem Expanded |
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Successful 2025 Results – Over 37,000 Tonnes of Agricultural Plastics Recycled |
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Producing High-Quality Regranulate Efficiently |
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