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German industrial sector signals hope amid inflationary pressures

Despite persistent inflationary pressures still impacting the consumer spending and domestic demand, as well as the subdued outlook for external demand expected to further dampen trade prospects, the German economy will have a slight improvement with a projected real GDP growth of 0.8% in 2024, forecasts GlobalData.The data and analytics company’s latest report, “Macroeconomic Outlook Report: Germany,” says that the imposition of sanctions on Russia severely affected the German economy, as it was the largest European buyer of Russian oil and gas, resulting in disruptions in the supply chain, high energy prices, increased construction costs, deteriorating financial conditions, and a decline in disposable income.Germany's economic growth is significantly challenged by high inflation, which soared from 3.1% in 2021 to 6.9% in 2022. It is anticipated to remain elevated at 6.2% in 2023. In Q1 2023, Germany's real GDP growth remained stagnant following a revised 0.5% contraction in Q4 2022. Two out of the four quarters of 2022 saw a contraction in real GDP.Sector-wise, financial intermediation, real estate, and business activities contributed 25.7% to the gross value added (GVA) in 2022, followed by the mining, manufacturing, and utilities (23.4%), and wholesale, retail trade and hotels (11.5%).According to GlobalData, in nominal terms, the three sectors are forecast to grow by 4.8%, 4.8% and 5.4% in 2023, respectively, compared to 5.6%, 5.6%, and 6.3% in 2022.On the external side, GlobalData projects German exports to experience a slower growth rate of 2.6% in 2023, in contrast to the average growth of 10.7% observed during 2021-22. Similarly, imports are also expected to grow at a slower pace of 5.6% in 2023, compared to an average of 14% over the past two years. This deceleration in imports can be attributed to currency depreciation and reduced disposable income.Positive signs for the industrial sectorGermany's industrial output contracted by an average of 2.2% during March to July 2022 but recovered with an average growth rate of 1.2% from August to December 2022. In the first two months of 2023, it experienced a modest 0.5% increase.The positive trend in the industrial output from August 2022 onwards and a significant growth of 4.8% in German industrial orders in February 2023, as reported by the federal statistics office, was influenced by the declining energy prices.After the import ban on Russian oil in December 2022, the share of Russia oil in total oil imports of Germany plummeted from 36.5% in January 2022 to a mere 0.1% in January 2023. Germany successfully mitigated this decline by diversifying its oil imports from countries such as Norway, the UAE, the UK, the US, and Kazakhstan.Sadaf Ambari, Economic Research Analyst at GlobalData, comments that Germany's shift towards renewable energy and diversification of oil imports has not only mitigated the impact of the ban on Russian oil imports but also sets a path toward a less fossil fuel-dependent economy.“By prioritizing renewables and reducing bureaucratic obstacles in renewable energy production, Germany has the potential to build a sustainable and resilient energy sector for the future,” concludes Ambari.It is also noteworthy that Germany's low-risk profile, ranking 12th out of 153 nations in the GlobalData Country Risk Index, reflects its resilience and stability amidst economic challenges. The country’s risk score is lower in the parameters of macroeconomics, political, legal, technology and infrastructure and legal risk when compared to the average of West European nations.source : https://www.adsalecprj.com/web/news/article_details?id=61855&lang=1edit : handler

Editor 2023-07-21

LS Mtron, Participating in KOREA PACK 2022!

LS Mtron, Participating in KOREA PACK 2022! - Announced plans to reveal ‘ultrahigh’, ‘ultraprecise’, ‘high cycle’: ‘the ONE*-E’- Will draw the attraction of attendees with distinguished domestic technology! LS Mtron LTD(hereinafter referred to as LS Mtron) has been attracting interest for its upcoming participation in the International Process & Packaging Exhibition(hereinafter referred to as KOREA PACK 2022), the leading domestic exhibition for the packaging industry that will take place between Tuesday, June 14-Friday, June 17. Set to be held in KINTEX 1 Exhibition Center in Goyang-City, Gyeonggi Province, KOREA PACK 2022 is a biannual, internationally certified exhibition that brings together the present and future of the domestic packaging industry. For this exhibition, LS Mtron will present ‘the ONE*-170E’ that coalesce strengths such as ‘ultrahigh’, ‘ultraprecise’, ‘high cycle’ and draw the attention of the attendees through molding 4-cavity in-flight wine cups. ■ The Present and Future of Packaging Industry, Let’s Get On Board with LS Mtron! After generating a buzz with ‘the ONE*-E’ at the Plastec West 2022 held in Anaheim Convention Center in the United States between Tuesday, April 12-Thursday, April 14, 2022, LS Mtron is planning to subsequently captivate the hearts of domestic clients. LS Mtron announced that it will present ‘the ONE*-E’ that has been noted for its superior technology and strengths such as ‘ultrahigh’, ‘ultraprecise’, ‘high cycle’ in KOREA PACK that will take place between Tuesday, June 14-Friday, June 17 in KINTEX 1 Exhibition Center in Goyang-City. Planned to mold 4-cavity in-flight wine cups, ‘the ONE*-E’ has already been domestically and internationally recognized for its outstanding technology that attains 1.49 seconds(based on 170E) of dry cycle time through its optimized toggle system. This product has been optimized through High Cycle, which allows for higher precision production. Through the optimized fast toggle system, it has a 30% improved link speed ration, and operates with low vibration that alleviates shock through CI-Curve control. In addition, it has an improved acceleration performance, has increased plasticity thanks to adaptable screws with increased RPM, clamp force monitoring function due to a tie-bar sensor, automatic clamping force calibration function, and automatic zero adjustment mode function for spring mold, which all have been getting high marks from the clients. Moreover, the Dual Center Press Die structure minimizes any deformation of the die plates, improves the mold surface pressure(15% for stationary plates), and shines for its forte that extends the durability of the mold. Already proven itself in the most recent rendition of Plastec West 2022 in the North American market and stirring up attention over the predominantly Japanese electronic products, LS Mtron’s ‘the ONE*-E’ is anticipated to draw positive receptions from the attendees in KOREA PACK 2022. ■ Projected to Economically Recover: Food, Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetics…KOREA PACK 2022 will be an Auspicious Opportunity! Jointly hosted by the Korean Packaging Machinery Association(KPMA), Kyungyon Exhibition Corp, and Monthly Packaging, KOREA PACK 2022 will present products related to the packaging process machinery such as material, converting, food·pharmaceutical·cosmetic production machinery, test machines, label/digital printing, and robots; it is targeted for industry professionals that are in various fields such as food, pharmaceuticals/cosmetics, confectionery/baking, household goods, and industrial/chemical. Also, it will open concurrently with Korea MAT, the large-scale Materials Handling and Logistics exhibition, and ICPI week, an exhibition of latest value chain products in pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries, which will allow the visitors to deftly identify the full range of a product - from its development and production, to packaging, all the way to logistics and distribution. As the recent 2022 economic predictions for a gradual upturn, the packaging industry is also projected to be affected by this upward movement. According to a recent government data, the economic growth rate of 2022 is predicted to be 3.1%, continuing the recent recovery pattern. These predictions are considered to be impacted by the increase in employment and income increase domestically and internationally after an economic recovery, supported by restored consumer confidence. A correspondent for LS Mtron said: “It is projected that the general economic upturn positively and gravely impact the packaging manufacturing and equipment industry’s prospect. Especially, thanks to the trend changes accompanied by the economic upturn and expected increase in exportation of pharmaceuticals and cosmetics, packaging will see increased demand, which will lead to investments in manufacturing equipment.” “As LS Mtron is already noticing positive signs, it once again wishest the globally proven ‘the ONE*-E’ to get the approval of keen-eyed Korean clients in KOREA PACK 2022 to once-again verify its excellence. LS Mtron’s product will be exhibited in Hall 5D901 of KINTEX 1 Exhibition Center, Goyang City. ■ Inquiry: LS Mtron's Molding Machine Division’s Website: www.lsinjection.com The official website of KOREA PACK 2022: www.koreapack.org

editor 2022-05-16

LS Mtron, ‘Solidifies the foundation for turbulent times in Chinaplas 2021!

‘New Era · New Potential · Innovation for Sustainability’LS Mtron, ‘Solidifies the foundation for turbulent times in Chinaplas 2021!It is not an exaggeration to say that COVID-19 has brought a lot of uncertainties to the global economy since 2020. The plastics and rubber industries haveundergone rapid change, and the relevant companies are more in need of innovative and practical solutions than ever before.In today's unprecedented turbulent times, the International Exhibition on Plastics and Rubber Industries(CHINAPLAS) 2021, which was postponed due to COVID-19, will be held at Shenzhen World Exhibition and Convention Center in China. CHINAPLAS 2021, themed "New Era · New Potential · Innovation for Sustainability", will be held from 13 to 16 April 2021.Accordingly, LS Mtron Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as LS Mtron) will also participate in “Chinaplas 2021” to provide diverse and practical solutions to its clients. ■ CHINAPLAS 2021, the Asia's No. 1 plastics and rubber trade fairCHINAPLAS 2021, the 34th International Exhibition on Plastics and Rubber Industries, themed "New Era · New Potential · Innovation for Sustainability", will be held to provide the direction for the plastics and rubber technology the while attracting the attention of the industries.CHINAPLAS exhibitors include plastics and rubber machinery, packaging, automobiles, wire cables, toys, and various materials. More than 3,600 exhibitors have confirmed their participation, so it is expected to be a venue to have a meeting with buyers and grasp new product and market trends at once.■ LS Mtron provides practical solutions in today’s challenging times!Some predict that this year is also hard to make remarkable development. It is expected that it will take a quite long time for the global economy to recover as a whole. However, it is clear that there must be opportunities while facing uncertainties and challenges.In Korea and China, for example, demand is constantly increasing in several sectors, including e-commerce and food delivery. A number of media already talked about the growing demand for PE shopping bags and PP food containers. Of course, the plastics industry in the medical field has grown.In line with this, LS Mtron is also planning to provide practical solutions to customers in Chinaplas 2021. The company said that it will demonstrate the injection of 'syringe', 'e-cigarette' and 'connector' with 3 Electric Molding Machines such as WIZ280E, WIZ170E, and WIZ110E. However, they added that their injection molding product may change depending on the local situation.An official at LS Mtron said, “COVID-19 Pandemic has unprecedentedly changed all industries and lives. Accordingly, every industry including the plastics industry is striving to withstand the upheaval, and this is the same for LS Mtron. In order to provide a faster and more practical solution, the company is doing its best, and this “Chinaplas 2021” will be a place to show its efforts to customers.”Meanwhile, 'Chinaplas 2021' will have various side events including Science & Technology Forum, Industry 4.0 Factory of the Future, Applications Online Forum, Design x Innovation, Medical Plastics Connect, Applications Online Forum and Applications Driving Innovations, as well as Plastics Recycling & Circular Economy Conference and Showcase, which will capture the attention of visitors. ▲LS Mtron Booth Number Hall 11 F41■ Contact: Website of LS Mtron's Injection Molding Machine Division https://www.lsinjection.com/en/service/s-online.html■ image source : www.chinaplasonline.com

editor 2021-03-07

There was no choice but canceling NPE still a big deal

There was no choice but canceling NPE still a big dealThe decision to cancel the huge NPE2021 show, or at least halt the in-person side of it, is a big deal in the plastics industry. The organizers of the triennial show didn't really have a choice. With daily death counts from COVID-19 setting records in our almost yearlong pandemic, exhibitors were increasingly nervous that the May show could be held safely and that it could be commercially successful. Some, like Novatec Inc. CEO Conrad Bessemer, publicly worried that vaccines could not be rolled out to enough people in time. In an email to show organizers, he asked if an event that normally draws 50,000-plus registered attendees risked becoming a superspreader event. So the show organizer, the Plastics Industry Association, said it had to cancel the show to protect public health. Not that it was an easy decision. We think it was good they made the decision on the early side, more than five months out from the May 17-21 show, so companies can plan and minimize sunk costs like hotels and exhibition planning. For those not familiar with what an NPE looks like, think of it like a once-every-three-years version of CES, the electronics show in Las Vegas, but for North America's plastics industry. It's five days of technology introductions, catching up with colleagues and friends, and networking at conferences on challenges common to the whole industry. As well it's a chance to kick the tires on potential equipment and see what the 2,100 exhibiting companies have to offer as they spread out over the entire Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla., one of the largest venues in the United States. Some argue NPE is often an economic shot in the arm for the industry. Bill Wood, the Plastics News economics editor and industry consultant, said historical data from previous NPEs points to double-digit increases in machinery investment in an NPE year, compared with the previous year. (Disclosure: Plastics News has published daily issues at NPE since 1991, so it's a business opportunity for us as well.) Given the uncertainty of the pandemic, it's hard to know what, if any, economic impact there'll be from canceling this year. But if the pandemic had been under control enough to have NPE, you have to think the show would have had a special meaning this year and help people look forward to better times. The next NPE won't be until 2024. By then, it'll be six years from the last one. Show organizers say the logistics of the huge event make it impossible to reschedule. It requires nearly a month when you add in setup and teardown time, plus only two venues, Orlando and Chicago, have the required electrical capacity. We did learn this week that at one point, a window opened to potentially have a half-size version of the show in November in Orlando, in only one of show halls. But without certainty that the virus would be controlled by then and challenges in shrinking the event by 50 percent, organizers said they did not see that as a viable option. Questions remain about the impact of canceling. For starters, how will the show handle refunds of money already paid by exhibitors? From what we're hearing, that could be contentious. The plastics association told exhibitors in a Jan. 8 email that it won't be refunding deposits until it settles NPE2021 obligations to the convention center, hotels and others and addresses financial implications for the association. Companies are understandably very interested in details. The association is asking for patience. There are implications for the plastics association's budget. It's one of the industry's two-largest trade groups in Washington, and it depends on proceeds from NPE to fund up to half its budget. It says it has reserves to last into 2022, but it's likely going to face decisions. So canceling NPE has implications for how one of the main trade groups is able to represent the sector. Most exhibiting companies we talked to said they supported the decision to cancel the show. A few suggested exhibitor pressure played a big role in pushing the plastics association, although association leaders said health and safety remained uppermost in their minds. They said the increasingly bleak pandemic situation as December rolled on was key. You also wonder what fallout big shows like NPE will face post-pandemic. We've all gotten more used to attending events remotely. We miss in-person work conferences, but we've also learned it's possible sometimes to get at least some of what we want from the virtual alternative. It's certainly cheaper, and in some ways it allows us to be part of more events than we could have before. So you wonder what that could mean for trade shows down the line, too. I guess all we know right now is there won't be an NPE2021. Beyond that, like many things in our pandemic world, it's wait and see. Toloken is a Plastics News assistant managing editor and author of the BRICS and Plastics blog. Follow him on Twitter @Steve_Toloken.source : https://www.plasticsnews.com/blog/there-was-no-choice-canceling-npe-still-big-dealedit : plastics handler http://www.ihandler.co.kr

Editor 2021-01-22

Fakuma called off for 2020

Fakuma called off for 2020The organizer of the Fakuma trade show has announced to exhibitors that it is canceling the 2020 event, which had been scheduled for Oct. 13-17 in Friedrichshafen, Germany.The decision comes as a growing number of exhibitors, including major plastics machinery makers, have announced that they were not going to actively participate at the trade show because of the COVID-19 pandemic.P.E. Schall GmbH & Co. KG, the show organizer, sent exhibitors an email announcing the decision July 23. It noted that the 2021 show would have been the 27th Fakuma. That distinction will now fall to the next Fakuma, which is scheduled for Oct. 12-16, 2021."This decision is based on rational thinking and our sense of responsibility, and we feel certain that you'll support our choice," the email to exhibitors said. Plastics News and its European partner Sustainable Plastics were Fakuma exhibitors, and planned to produce English-language daily newspapers at the trade fair.Schall officials said they thought that Fakuma could have been held safely in 2020, with some changes."Together with all involved parties, we struggled for a long time to amend the general conditions demanded by the corona pandemic in such a way that Fakuma 2020 could have been successful. A hygiene and security concept was developed for safe event promotion expressly to this end," the email said."But current uncertainties, for example with regard to sending an adequate number of employees to the event, are making it necessary to look to the year 2021 with pragmatism and confidence."The email said exhibitors will soon receive details on participation in a virtual Fakuma, where they can highlight innovations and products.Fakuma is the latest in a long string of international plastics industry events that have either canceled or postponed since the March, or transformed to virtual events. Fakuma, which is held annually except for during K show years, would have been the largest plastics show in Europe in 2020.Fakuma seemed likely to cancel or postpone when a growing number of major plastics machinery makers announced that they would not actively participate in the show. Austria's Wittmann Group was the first, on June 22. It was followed by Engel, KraussMaffei, Sumitomo and others, including auxiliary equipment and materials suppliers.source: https://www.plasticsnews.com/news/fakuma-called-2020

Editor 2020-07-26

CHINAPLAS 2020 Rescheduled to 3-6 August 2020 at NECC in Shanghai, on 19 February.

CHINAPLAS2020 Rescheduled to 3-6 August 2020 at NECC in Shanghai, on 19 February. AdaLeung, General Manager of Adsale, expressed, “As an important trend-setter,CHINAPLAS has expeditiously responded to the market needs. Many marketactivities like consumption, manufacturing and investment etc. are put on holdduring the epidemic. And now, some companies have already resumed work and manufacturing in anorderly manner. We believe that once theoutbreak iscontrolled, all suppressed marketdemand will be released. The postponement of CHINAPLAS to August in Shanghai will help theupstream and downstream industries to seize businessopportunities during market rebound period.” Inthis epidemic, plastics and rubber have been used as important raw materials forprevention supplies such as medical protective clothes, medicalmasks, goggles, gloves, medical equipment, pharmaceutical packaging, anddisinfection supplies. Many companies in the plastics and rubber industries have donatedmoney and materials, sped up their manufacturing process etc. to assist in theepidemic controlmeasures.Recently,the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of People’s Republic ofChina announced the scope of medical emergency protection materials.In the list, there are coated spunbond, breathable film, meltblown non-woven fabric,PE /PC anti-fogging rolls and sheets, seals, zippers, antistatic agents andother important raw materials for producing medical protective clothes and masks; as wellas plastic packaging materials such as plastic bottles (barrels) and labels Medical relatedexhibits at CHINAPLAS(Please click the photos to get high resolutionversions) The epidemicwill also trigger the industries to rethink of the future manufacturing processes, consumers' pursuit of healthy lifestyles, safeand private commute, and sterilizing electric appliances. If enterprises can seize theopportunity to transform and upgrade their business, there will be a potentialbusiness growth.Targeting at the new market needs, CHINAPLAS will focus onthe following aspects. · Medical plastics technology· Automation production technology· Digital technology allowing remote production control· Safe packaging technology· Protective materials· Application of antibacterial & health materials in automotive,E&E, packaging and other industries· Recycling & circular technology CHINAPLAS 2020 will not only showcase a largenumber of exhibits, but also build an efficient procurement and technologyexchange platform for the industries! There will also be a series of popularconcurrent events, guiding the industries through the blue ocean. Theconcurrent events include: · Medical Plastics Connect· Tech Talk · Plastics Recycling &Circular Economy Conference and Showcase· Design x Innovation· Industry 4.0 Factory of theFuture · Applications in Focus - a series of seminars “Medical Plastics Connect”in last edition of CHINAPLAS. The show organizer suggests that the exhibitorsmake good use of the extra time for show preparation, launching hottechnologies to suit market needs. Visitors are advised to follow the latestshow information closely by utilizing “Show Preview”, “New and Hot Technology Collection”, exhibitor list etc. Visitors can click here to browse cutting-edge technologies brought by the 3,800+ exhibitors as well asobtaining their contact information. There are plenty of cutting-edge technologies at CHINAPLAS. CHINAPLAS is postponed, but fascination will not beabsent! CHINAPLAS is re-scheduled to 3-6 August 2020 to be held in the National Exhibitionand Convention Center, in Hongqiao, Shanghai, PR China. Focusing on “SmartManufacturing” , “Innovative Materials”, and “Green & Circular Solutions”,the organizer is expect to present 340,000 square meters of exhibition space,bring together 3,800+ renowned global exhibitors . Visitor pre-registration isopened and those who pre-register on and before 22 May 2020 will receive a visitor badge by mail in advance. Click here to pre-register. For more information about CHINAPLAS 2020, pleasevisit the official show website at www.ChinaplasOnline.com.

editor 2020-03-01

With more than 3,000 exhibitors, K 2019 fully booked

With more than 3,000 exhibitors, K 2019 fully booked▲Caroline SeidelA young visitor checks out Hosokawa Alpine AG's massive film line at K 2016.▲source image https://www.k-online.comDüsseldorf, Germany — With more than 3,000 exhibitors from more than 60 countries registered, the K 2019 trade show is now considered fully booked.The show will occupy 1.8 million square feet of net exhibit space, and the organizer expects more than 200,000 trade visitors to attend. The show will run from Oct. 16-23 at the Messe Düsseldorf fairground.A database of exhibitors is now available at www.k-online.com/2410 and ticket sales are available at www.k-online.com. E-tickets are less expensive than tickets purchased at the show, and allow free use of all public transportation to and from the show within the Rhine-Ruhr regional network of Düsseldorf.K 2019 will address current challenges in the plastics industry, including sustainability and the circular economy.A special exhibition “Plastics Shape the Future” will address packaging waste, marine litter and climate change as well as resource conservation, energy efficiency and recycling. According to Messe Düsseldorf, “Plastics Shape the Future” will involve politics and socially relevant groups with keynote speeches and talks.K 2019 also will include a Science Campus, to encourage a dialogue between science and industry, covering topics including sustainability and recycling management. In addition, the joint participation of the VDMA (German Engineering Federation) and its member companies will focus on the circular economy.K basicsThe first K show was organized by Messe Düsseldorf in 1953 and the fair takes place every three years. The last staging of K, in 2016, attracted 3,293 exhibitors from 61 countries on more than 1.8 million square feet of net exhibit space and 232,053 trade visitors, with 71 percent coming from outside Germany.For more information, North American visitors to K can contact Messe Düsseldorf North America: Tel. (312) 781-5180; email info@mdna.com, website www.mdna.com.source : www.plasticsnews.com, edit : handler

Editor 2019-09-22

Medical plastics to command the spotlight: High tech to shine at CHINAPLAS 2019

Medical plastics to command the spotlight: High tech to shine at CHINAPLAS 2019An estimated total of over 3,500 exhibitors from all over the world will take part in CHINAPLAS 2019.Photo: 12Benefiting from economic growth, population expansion and an intensifying aging phenomenon, coupled with everyone’s increasing concern about health issues, the global demand for medical devices is increasing sharply.In North America, it is expected the spending on healthcare will register a growth of 5.9% from 2017 to 2025. In Europe, rising demand for both dental and physical body implants is expected to have a positive impact on the medical plastics industry. In the Middle East and Africa, meanwhile, demand for medical components such as disposable gloves, syringes, and catheters will drive the market.In China, the industry also expects to see substantial growth. This can be attributed to increasing private and public healthcare expenditures, and an increasing geriatric population, among other factors. In addition, at the beginning of 2019 three commercial giants –– Baidu, Tencent, and Huawei –– announced their entry into the medical device market. Experts project huge demand for Chinese medical devices as well as for high-end medical equipment.In response to the trend, CHINAPLAS 2019, with focus on “Smart Manufacturing, Innovative Materials, Green & Circular Solutions”, is turning a spotlight on medical plastics sector. CHINAPLAS will provide an opportunity for upstream and downstream of medical companies to network and learn about best practices, leading to a “safe, high precision manufacturing, portable” medical industry.Novel materials support medical product makersHigh-precision medical device products also place demanding requirements on the raw materials needed to make them. Device makers are seeking safer and more environmentally friendly materials, to include finding ways to use biocompatible and even biodegradable resins.Clearly a new PP resin Lotte Chemical, for example, has recently developed its latest compound –– Transparent Impact-Resistance Polypropylene, or TIPP, using a new polymerization process technology. It offers a combination of transparency and impact resistance equal to that of a conventional random copolymer polypropylene, as well as whitening resistance than general impact polypropylene.TIPP, which will debut at CHINAPLAS 2019, is suitable for transparent applications or for mixing with a masterbatch to produce high-gloss products, such as clear containers by injection molding or blow molding, transparent films, medical syringes and medical infusion bags, infusion bottles, etc.In addition, Lotte Chemical also will be promoting its safe and clean high-performance health and wellness solutions at the show. These materials can be developed into a wide range of medical products suitable for contact with the human body. While retaining excellent chemical resistance and impact strength, the products also meet strict international medical specifications.Self-lubricating liquid silicone rubberNeedle-free access valves represent a new trend in infusion medical devices. The joint valve is an elastic joint made of silicone, which needs to fit snugly against the plastic parts of the outer wall and be able to withstand repeated needle insertions and removals during use. Therefore, self-lubrication is vital. Momentive Performance Material Inc. is going to introduce their medical-grade, self-lubricating liquid silicone rubber at CHINAPLAS 2019, which will enable needleless connector manufacturers to meet their required performance requirements.PEEK and PPSUThe high-end performance resins PEEK (Polyetheretherketone) and PPSU (Polyphenylsulfone) play an irreplaceable role in the medical field. This is due to their excellent corrosion resistance, high purity, great strength, X-ray transparency, light weight, endurance of repetitive high-temperature steam disinfection, and high biocompatibility.Junhua ChinaPEEK extends the application of PEEK and PPSU materials in medical devices to areas including automatic surgical robots, external fixation brackets, intramedullary nail surgery sights, skull surgery sights, PEEK dental instruments, surgical aids, joint surgical instruments and medical testing equipment, 3D printing, surgical beds and other medical accessories, and provide comprehensive technical solutions for the development and production of orthopaedic medical special plastics.Smart manufacturing has a role to playMedical device manufacturing is a multi-disciplinary, knowledge-based, capital-intensive, high-tech industry. It integrates different state-of-the-art technologies, combining traditional industries with biomedical engineering, information technology, and modern medical imaging technologies, resulting in high entrance barriers. The ability to meet such requirements provides one benchmark for determining the level of manufacturing sophistication and high-tech development a country has attained.Riding on the wave of “Made in China 2025”, China's ability to manufacture precision and mechatronics equipment has been strengthened, propelling the energetic development of the medical device industry.Stringent requirements for equipment precision and environmental cleanliness are imposed on medical device manufacturers. The JE Series precision automatic injection molding machine by Powerjet Plastic Machinery Co., Ltd. is characterized by its fast speed, stability, energy saving, cleanliness, and precision. It has no hydraulic oil leakage and is a better choice for the production requirements of clean workshop environment for medical equipment and disposables packaging, in addition to satisfying needs related to unmanned, automated and intelligent production.The medical puncture needle mold is an example of a precision injection mold, and since the resulting product made from it comes into contact with the human body, the product inspection requirements are very strict. JT Mold Technology Co., Ltd. will introduce Asia’s first Hot-Runner Side Gate mold during CHINAPLAS 2019. This mold set is made of German 2083 steel, which ensures minimal thermal deformation and excellent discharge performance. It employs the firm’s new 48-hole, full Hot-Runner Side Gate System technology, and can match the product core with the cavity.With the rise in popularity of interventional therapy techniques, the demand for precision medical tubing is increasing. As an industry leader in polymer processing, Davis-Standard understands the extrusion demands of the global medical tube market, to include strict tolerances, high speeds, cleanroom-specific equipment, and good process support.Davis-Standard can design a complete turnkey extrusion system according to a customer’s strict product requirements. Its Connecticut laboratory in the United States supports the development of new medical tubing applications such as microcavity tubes, multi-lumen tubes, and taper tubing, as well as the ability to process tubing with alternative polymers.Living standards have been improving while people also are becoming more aware of health issues, leading to a considerable demand for home medical equipment. Many tests and treatments can be done at home, rendering some hospital visits unnecessary. As a result, miniaturized, portable medical devices are in growing demand. Additionally, devices that are more compact and flexible are also desired for use in minimally invasive surgeries and precision medical treatments. At the same time, welding process requirements are getting more stringent, especially for small, thin-wall medical products that require a high degree of assembly precision. Branson Ultrasonics (Shanghai) Co. Ltd.'s GSX platform provides advanced control and precise positioning of the mechatronic control system with pressure stepping and better process control, enabling higher energy-transfer capacity, high-quality welding, lower scrap rates, and increased production.Concurrent event - Medical Plastics ConnectDuring CHINAPLAS 2019, the show organizer is offering “Medical Plastics Connect”, a prominent event that consists of multiple components –– “Medical Plastics Forum”, “Medical Plastics Pop-up Kiosk”, “Medical Plastics Guidebook” and “Medical Plastics Guided Tour”. The event has been structured to empower manufacturers of medical devices, disposables and pharmaceutical packaging with advanced solutions and hot technologies. This prominent concurrent event will assemble renowned suppliers from around the world, along with industry associations and leading medical device manufacturers to create an effective and efficient communication platform.It is expected that the show will attract more than 180,000 professional visitors from 150 countries and regions to visit CHINAPLAS! Many well-known enterprises in the industry have already signed up for the show. As of now, enterprises that have confirmed their participation in this annual event include Medtronic, Siemens, MicroPort, Mindray, Baxter, Wego, Kindly Group, SonoScape, Baihe Medical, Royal Philips, Tuoren, Bain Medical, etc.China Plastic & Rubber Journal (CPRJ) Source: China Plastic & Rubber Journaledit: plastics handler http://www.ihandler.co.kr

Editor 2019-06-28