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Investments were also made in energy-efficient technology, including a new cooling water system, a dust extraction system with fresh air supply, an air-source heat pump, and air conditioning in all offices. A highlight is a planned photovoltaic system with around 250 kWp, which will contribute to sustainable energy supply in the future. This is the third Gabriel-Chemie site equipped with a photovoltaic system. “With this expansion, we have increased our capacities and laid the foundation for the sustain- able development of our company,” said Andreas Berger, chief commercial & operating officer at Gabriel-Chemie.


in the implementation phase, it says. Sebastian Grafe, head of sales, added: “With the new injection moulding machines, we are making a targeted investment in the future of our technical centre.”


Polish production Tosaf has established a new production site in Olkusz, Poland, which is due to open in the second quarter of this year. Located around 40 km from Kraków, it is positioned to support efficient supply across Poland, Ukraine and Eastern Europe. Tosaf says the 5,500 sqm facility, with an initial


production capacity of 3,000 tonnes/year, will support its growing portfolio of masterbatch solutions across a range of polymers and applica- tions. As well as production, it will include an advanced laboratory, enabling fast colour match- ing, application-oriented product development, and consistent product quality. By expanding its local production capabilities,


Tosaf aims to provide customers with shorter lead times, increased flexibility and closer technical support. “This investment is about getting closer to our customers – not just geographically, but operation- ally,” said Iryna Maydych, managing Director of Tosaf Polska Color.


Hungary expansion Gabriel-Chemie has finished a €6.5 million expansion at its Nyíregyháza production site in Hungary. Production capacity has been enhanced. The number of production lines has increased from 10 to 19, enabling an annual production volume of up to 2,500 tonnes in future. production space has more than doubled, to 1,190m², while office, warehouse and maintenance space have also increased.


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Waste disposal UBQ Materials has developed its UBQ Master- batch – a new product portfolio that is says will transform manufacturing and supply chains. A patented process transforms mixed household waste – including organics and hard-to-recycle materials – into a plastic alternative used in a wide range of everyday goods, from flowerpots to building materials. Producing UBQ Masterbatch can divert up to


95% of household waste that would otherwise be sent to landfills or incinerators, says the company. “We’re turning the world’s most difficult waste into a manufacturing advantage,” said Albert Douer, chairman and CEO of UBQ Materials. “The masterbatch unlocks the ability to replace oil- based resins with a circular material made from household waste, with no need to compromise on performance or process.” UBQ Materials has manufacturing facilities in


Europe and plans to open a US facility. The masterbatch is shipped to manufacturing partners globally.


PA masterbatch Masterbatch specialist AF-Color presented several innovations at K2025 – including polyamide-based masterbatches with high mechanical strength, toughness and thermal resistance. One highlight is a masterbatch coordinated according to RAL 2003 for electromobility components. For laser-marked components, it offers a laser additive which – com- bined with a black masterbatch, for example – ena- bles high-contrast, precise laser markings. A blowing agent enables a density reduction of up to 40% in PA components. The company also offers PCR-based masterbatches which, combined with recyclates from its sister company Bio-Fed, enables solutions that combine technical performance with high PCR content.


Left: UBQ Materials has launched a masterbatch product portfolio for its circular material made from mixed household waste


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