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Apr 7, 2026
Qlar, a company for sustainable transformation of manufacturing processes, is opening a new test centre for reliable pneumatic conveying. Customers in metals, cement and energy sectors will benefit from a 680-metre conveyor. The powerful facility enables realistic testing for dense-phase applications. Qlar has positioned it as a practical test infrastructure for material handling in demanding…
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Apr 1, 2026
Metso, a hydrometallurgy solutions company, has introduced a Robotic Split Strip that improves copper electrorefining operations. Known as Outotec®, the system separates the cathode sheets from the cathode plate in copper electrorefining operations.   Outotec® combines hydraulic control and robotics.  It is a compact, flexible and…
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Apr 1, 2026
Control Station and Dimensions Software are teaming up to help plant operators identify poorly performing control loops.  According to Control Stations, industry studies suggest that 30-40% of industrial loops perform below optimal and lead to a loss of production, increased energy consumption and inconsistent product quality.  The organisation…
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Apr 1, 2026
The UK government is expected to take over control of British Steel from its Chinese owner, Jingye, in the coming weeks, according to The Financial Times.  British Steel operates the last two blast furnaces remaining in the UK. The company remains under the control of the Jingye Group, which bought it out of bankruptcy in early 2020.…
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Apr 1, 2026
As reported by GMK Centre, a Ukrainian consultancy platform, the iron ore market recouped previous losses during the period February 27 2026 to March 27 2026. During the past month the average price has risen to $106.33 per tonne from $101.53 per tonne in February. In the beginning of March, the market reacted to supply concerns. Due to a dispute between BHP and China Mineral Resources…
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Mar 31, 2026
Granules India, a pharmaceutical company across the whole value chain, has received a VIA (voluntary action indicated)  FDA notification, for Granules Life Sciences.  Headquartered in Hyderabad, the Life Sciences division is based in Shamirpet, Telangana. No regulatory action has been recommended, according to a company statement.  Dr Krishna Prasad Chigurupati,…
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Mar 31, 2026
Malaysia has ordered the first installation of a high-capacity, rail-travelling Siwertell ship unloader.  Bruks Siwertell received the order from Westports Malaysia Sdn. The installation will handle soya bean meal, wheat, maize, soya beans, and raw sugar. Depending on material characteristics, the system offers a rated capacity of 800–1,000 tonnes per hour. In a press statement,…
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Mar 31, 2026
The Netherlands’ new truck toll is to be introduced on 1st July 2026. The toll applies to almost all Dutch highways and is applicable to domestic and foreign vehicles. The toll has been introduced to make transportation sustainable and efficient. It is intended to stimulate investments in lighter and more environmentally sustainable vehicles.   Part of the revenue will…
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Mar 30, 2026
José María Navajas, SL has been acquired by Spain’s Grupo Pañalón through its company Felix Food Logistics. The company is a “benchmark carrier of bulk wine” among other bulk foodstuffs. Felix Food Logistics stated: “Due to its location in Logroño, [JM Navajas] has been the benchmark carrier of bulk wine in Rioja for decades, operating throughout the Iberian Peninsula with a fleet…
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Mar 30, 2026
In a major milestone for the recycling industry, the UK is set to open its largest plastic recycling plant in Corby, Northamptonshire. The facility will work with the UK’s largest supermarkets to recycle plastic into pellets ready to be used again.  EuroKey by Reconomy is set to be fully operational later this year. With the goal of processing 38,000 tonnes of plastic. It is a…
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Mar 26, 2026
Metso is strengthening its position in pelletising with the Metso Grate Kiln. This system is engineered to produce premium-quality pellets that meet the demanding requirements of modern DRI and low-carbon iron and steelmaking processes, supporting customers’ ongoing transition toward more sustainable processes. Designed to ensure uniform mixing and heating, Metso’s Rotary Kiln…
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Mar 25, 2026
Coperion has introduced the Coperion K-Tron RF400 Roller Feeder, an innovative new solution designed to enhance the efficiency and consistency of electrode dry material feeding in battery manufacturing processes. As the demand for high-performance batteries continues to surge, manufacturers face increasing challenges to deliver the electrode blend precisely and reliably into the calender gap…
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Mar 25, 2026
Specialty chemicals company LANXESS is raising prices for its inorganic pigment products by up to 20% with immediate effect. The company is also increasing prices for a broad range of its Microbial Control products up to 30%, or more for selected products. Microbial Control products include in particular active ingredients, preservatives and disinfectants to protect materials and substances…
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Mar 25, 2026
Chemicals company Evonik is realigning its strategic research unit. The Evonik Innovation Factory operates as an entrepreneurial development unit, accelerating the transition of technological breakthroughs into industrial applications. It has a clear mandate: innovation with speed, market focus, and application relevance. "We are aligning our innovation system to significantly shorten the…
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Mar 24, 2026
MidSolid Press & Pour, a private-label soap manufacturer, has announced a series of enhancements to its melt-and-pour soap manufacturing services, expanding capabilities for brands seeking to produce custom soap bars in bulk. The upgrades, which include broader formulation options, increased production capacity, and updated packaging solutions, are intended to address the growing number of…
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Mar 23, 2026
Abbey Logistics Group (ALG) has extended its partnership with British Sugar. This marks the third contract extension since 2016, solidifying an eight-year commitment and highlighting the success and strength of the partnership between the two industry leaders. Throughout the years, ALG has cultivated a robust and knowledgeable team dedicated to providing world-class customer service,…
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Mar 20, 2026
BASF has started up the world’s first production plant for catalysts based on X3D® technology at its site in Ludwigshafen (Germany). With the commissioning of this facility, BASF is scaling the additive manufacturing of catalysts to an industrial level and strengthening its leading role in innovative solutions for the chemical industry. Using X3D technology, catalysts can be produced…
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Mar 19, 2026
Tri-Mer Corporation, manufacturer of wet and dry dust collection systems for industry, has debuted a new line of industrial bag filters for gas volumes up to 880,000 acfm. Tri-Mer bag filters are suitable for the broadest range of dust types, loadings and flow ranges. Bag filter elements consist of a fabric bag, and a support cage which is mounted from the clean gas side. Filter elements…
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Mar 19, 2026
Gericke has introduced the . Offered as an option on its FEEDOS line of volumetric and gravimetric bulk material feeders, the new Easy-Clean Swiveling System features a novel, hinged hopper design that invites full access to the entire feeding chamber for fast, easy, complete cleaning without removing the feeder from the processing line. The swiveling action enables one operator to clean the…
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Mar 19, 2026
Brenntag, the global market leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution, today announced the opening of its new Life Sciences Innovation & Application Center in Shanghai, strengthening its commitment to supporting customers and suppliers in China and Hong Kong with advanced technical capabilities and closer access to application expertise. Liu Hua, President Brenntag Specialties China…
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