Fakuma Messe

23/10/2023

The 28th Fakuma international trade fair for plastics processing was held successfully from the 17th through the 21st of October, 2023. With 1636 exhibitors (10% more than at the last Fakuma in 2021) in twelve exhibition halls and several foyer areas, the trade fair was booked out as a plastics celebration that sparked off a great barrage of fireworks. A full house, satisfied exhibitors, 39,343 enthusiastic expert visitors and forward-looking topics – the overall results are quite impressive. 🤝🔝

👉🏻 Read the final report here https://www.fakuma-messe.de/en/specials/fakuma-2023-innovation-fireworks/

Next date: 29. Fakuma | 15 to 19 October 2024 | Messe Friedrichshafen

The 28th Fakuma international trade fair for plastics processing was held successfully from the 17th through the 21st of October, 2023. With 1636 exhibitors (10% more than at the last Fakuma in 2021) in twelve exhibition halls and several foyer areas, the trade fair was booked out as a plastics cele...

21/10/2023

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We would like to express our sincere thanks to all the great exhibitors, dedicated media partners, trade experts and interested trade fair visitors who made the 28th Fakuma a great success! 🙌

was a dynamic showcase of the latest, most efficient and currently most sustainable cutting-edge technologies in the plastics processing industry. Live and in action, we witnessed creative new products, world-class world premieres and an exceptional demonstration of know-how and continuous innovation! 💡

🤝 Many forward-looking plastics projects were discussed in the individual conversations between our exhibitors and trade fair visitors. 🌐 Valuable investment projects were launched, paving the way to a more sustainable and innovative future. ♻️✅

Mark your calendars now! The 29th Fakuma is just around the corner and will take place in Friedrichshafen from 15 to 19 October 2024. 📅

Let's keep the momentum going and continue to shape the future of the plastics processing industry! 🚀

21/10/2023

Best of Fakuma 2023 | Best of “Digital meets Circular Economy”

Fakuma 2023 was a spectacular celebration of plastics! At the 28th international trade fair for plastics processing, we witnessed innovations galore! From the efficiency, flexibility, and digitization of machines to the circular economy for plastics, the event was packed with forward-looking insights. Highlights? Fully electric drive machines and sustainable packaging ideas. The industry is shifting towards resource conservation and net-zero emissions. The motto "Digital meets Circular Economy" - an amazing 5 days, with a huge turnout!

Save the date: 29th Fakuma from October 15 to 19, 2024!

21/10/2023

New Life for Plastic Waste | Tide Ocean – Marc Krebs

Tide Ocean is setting new standards in environmental protection and innovation. Co-founder Marc Krebs and his team present at how they combat plastic waste in the most affected regions such as Southeast Asia and South America.
Their approach?
- Transforming waste into value! By involving local communities and providing fair compensation, they motivate people to collect and recycle waste.
The result?
- High-quality raw materials that can be reused in various industries without losing quality.
An innovative concept with a strong social impact.

Tide Ocean Material

20/10/2023

Fakuma 2023 will provide important, creative impulses in many areas to positively advance thinking and acting in cycles. Because the market demands intelligent solutions.🔝✅

You will find these at Fakuma 2023, and tomorrow you will have another opportunity to do so. We look forward to your visit. 🤝

20/10/2023

Plexiglas® Innovations | Röhm - Siamak Djafarian

Siamak Djafarian, Vice President of Molding Compounds, presents Röhm at . The globally leading company in methacrylate chemistry and inventor of Plexiglas®, celebrates the 90th anniversary of Plexiglas®!
At Fakuma 2023, Röhm focuses on four innovations:
1. Plexiglas proTerra - environmentally friendly with 30% less CO2 footprint.
2. Increased chemical resistance - essential for the growing demands of the industry.
3. Resistance to high temperatures - ideal for the automotive and construction sectors.
4. New color developments that meet the design requirements of e-mobility trends.

20/10/2023

Engineering Polymers | Nurel - Leyre Quibus

Nurel, a Spanish technology company, is setting new standards in the polymer industry! Leyre Quibus presents a range of products including Polyamide 6, Polyamide 66, PBT, PET, and PP Compounds at .

But that's not all: Nurel uses sustainable energy and has a zero-waste policy at its Saragosa location in Spain. A company that prioritizes and !

Nurel Polymers

20/10/2023

Energy Efficiency for Plastic Processors | ONI – Rüdiger Dzuban

Rüdiger Dzuban from ONI highlights at how the company manufactures energy-efficient systems for plastic processors. With a focus on cooling system technology, heat recovery, and more, ONI relies on innovation to minimize energy consumption. For plastic processors, this is not only economically beneficial but also a contribution to environmental protection.

ONI-Wärmetrafo GmbH

20/10/2023

Flame Retardants and Stabilization Packages | Green Chemicals - Micaela Lorenzi

CEO Micaela Lorenzi presents innovative and sustainable solutions from Greenchemicals at . With a strong focus on environmental compatibility, the Italian company develops innovative flame retardants for various polymers. Additionally, Green Chemicals offers stabilization packages for addressing degradation issues during the recycling process of flame retardant compounds.

20/10/2023

Round Table at : Plastic - Resource Instead of Problem Material!

The five experts, Lothar Zapf, Prof. Dr. Werner Koch, Prof. Dr. Martin Bastian, Achim Haid, and Ingemar Bühler, emphasize that plastic is a valuable resource and essential for environmental protection and CO2 reduction. It is time to address the image problem and pave the way for a circular economy. Collaborative action among industry, research, and politics is the key.

19/10/2023

The efficiency of the plastics industry is demonstrated at Fakuma 2023 in excellent moulding and colouring manufacturing processes, which are permanently, resource-efficiently and sustainably renewed. 🔝 ✅

Take advantage of personal discussions and active business initiation at the international trade fair for plastics processing. Important projects are initiated live at the trade fair, and sustainable business is generated. 🤝

Visit Fakuma 2023, we look forward to your visit. Here is the trade fair film from day 3.

19/10/2023

Sustainability and Recycling of Technical Plastics and Additives | Marubeni - Tim Steltenkamp

As a leading distributor of technical plastics and additives, Marubeni offers optimal solutions to customers through compounding in Germany. Tim Steltenkamp, Product Manager in the Polymer and Additive division, presents innovations in sustainability and the recycling of granulates with sustainable and closed-loop approaches at .

Marubeni Corporation／丸紅株式会社

19/10/2023

Innovative Technical Plastics | Aurora Kunststoffe - Thomas Rätzsch

Thomas Rätzsch, Managing Director of Aurora Kunststoffe GmbH, presents a focus on innovation and sustainability at . The manufacturer of recycled-based plastic compounds primarily emphasizes technical plastics for the automotive industry. Technical requirements are specifically and optimally combined with environmentally friendly solutions.

19/10/2023

PCR Recyclates, Bioplastics, and Screw Cleaners | WIS Kunststoffe - Daniel Römhild

Daniel Römhild, General Manager of WIS Kunststoffe, presents exciting and sustainable innovations at !
- PCR recyclates from the closed post-consumer cycle and
- Bioplastics for industries such as cosmetics, automotive and household.
- Highlight: The world premiere of a screw cleaner for efficient screw cleaning.

19/10/2023

Cooling and Temperature Control Solutions for the Plastic Industry | technotrans - Nico Küls

Nico Küls from technotrans solutions presents innovative cooling and temperature control solutions for the plastic industry at ! technotrans sets standards with the use of the natural refrigerant propane, frequency-controlled pumps, and high-temperature heat pumps. Explore the new refrigeration machine series and the compact Ecoline for efficient injection molding solutions at the technotrans booth at this year's Fakuma.

19/10/2023

Colors for Plastics | Deifel Buntfarbenfabrik - Bernd Schäfer

Since 1921, Deifel has been an expert in the field of colors, providing coloring solutions for various media, including masterbatches - highly concentrated base material granules.

New at Deifel: Color solutions designed specifically for electromobility! High-performance polymers with innovative pigments in signal colors.

Additionally, Bernd Schäfer, the General Manager of Deifel, proudly presents pioneering work in sustainable color solutions in the biopolymer sector with natural pigments that are biodegradable.

18/10/2023

Fakuma 2023 clearly shows: exhibitors are working on the challenges of the circular economy and sustainability with a high degree of innovative strength and dynamism. ✅

The strong sense of community on a professional level, which constitutes the atmosphere at Fakuma, promotes intensive dialogue directly on the technologies, products, services and concepts. 🤝

Experience sustainable innovations and digital trends face-to-face with the experts over the next three days at as well. 🔝 Here is the trade fair film from Day 2 of Fakuma 2023.

18/10/2023

Innovations in Clamping Technology | Jens Götze - AMF

Whether for injection molds or machine tools, the goal is to minimize setup times and keep machines running efficiently. Jens Götze, Head of Inside Sales Export, emphasizes:
"A running machine earns money, while a stationary machine costs."

Discover the latest solutions from AMF (Andreas Maier Fellbach) in the zero-point clamping system (ZPS) at .

AMF Andreas Maier GmbH & Co. KG

18/10/2023

Injection Molding Machines and Additive Manufacturing | Christoph Schumacher - ARBURG

Dr. Christoph Schumacher of ARBURG, the leading manufacturer of injection molding machines and additive manufacturing technology, emphasizes the significance of for ARBURG, as they have been proud exhibitors since 1981!

This year, ARBURG is showcasing numerous innovations at Fakuma, including the second machine in their hybrid series - an efficient combination of hydraulic and electric drive technology at an attractive price.

ARBURG focuses on sustainability, energy efficiency, automation, and digitization to meet the needs of their customers.

The Fakuma team extends heartfelt congratulations to the Hehl family business on its 100th anniversary.

Arburg GmbH + Co KG

18/10/2023

Smart and Efficient Plastic Recycling Systems | Robin Roth – Erema

As a pioneer in the recycling industry, Erema has been bringing innovations to the plastics industry for 40 years. Erema's Managing Director, Robin Roth, presents the following highlights at :
- A laser filter with intelligent control for maximum efficiency.
- How recyclates are transformed into high-quality products.

Erema is shaping the future of recycling and serves as a bridge in terms of quality, quantity, and properties.

18/10/2023

Innovation Drivers in Plastic Processing at Fakuma 2023

Experience the innovations in plastic processing and technology at Fakuma 2023.

The three innovation drivers,
- Ingemar Bühler (CEO of Plastics Europe e.V. and Managing Director of the Verband der Kunststoffhersteller)
- Michael Weigelt (CEO of TecPart - Verband Technische Kunststoff-Produkte e.V.)
- Marc Krebs (Co-Founder & CCO of tide ocean)
will showcase the innovations and challenges in plastic processing and technology.

Visit Fakuma 2023 until next Saturday, October 21, 2023, at the Friedrichshafen Exhibition Center.

17/10/2023

Digitalisation and circular economy, cutting-edge technologies and forward-looking innovations, intelligent and practice-oriented solutions: Fakuma is the meeting place for suppliers and users of plastics processing who are working together to shape the future. ♻️🤝

Here is the trade fair film from Day 1 of Fakuma 2023.

17/10/2023

Welcome to Fakuma 2023! Want to focus sustainability and process efficiency? You will find the right solutions and experts here! Five full days of trade fair lie ahead - let's go.

28. Fakuma | 17. bis 21. Oktober 2023 | Messe Friedrichshafen
Opening hours: Tuesday – Friday 9:00 – 17:00, Saturday 9:00 – 15:00

13/10/2023

Fakuma 2023! 🙌 The machines are moving in, the trade fair booths are taking shape. It all starts on Tuesday! Be there when it's DIGITAL MEETS CIRCULAR ECONOMY for the plastics industry

👉 17 to 21 October 2023, Friedrichshafen

04/10/2023

Exciting news! Fakuma 2023 is bringing you a non-stop stream of product innovations. Our exhibitors are setting the stage with their cutting-edge offerings, and you can catch all the latest updates in real-time. Just head over to the "News & Stories" section on our website. Click the link below and let the inspiration flow! 👇🏻
https://www.fakuma-messe.de/en/news-stories/

where meets

28/09/2023

The Austrian plastics and plastics processing industry is a powerhouse that encompasses the entire value chain, from raw materials to the finished product. This comprehensive sector includes the production of raw materials, plastics mechanical engineering, tool and mold construction, plastics processing, plastics-specific services, and cutting-edge research and training facilities. Read the article on this below.👇🏻

where meets

The Austrian plastics and plastics processing industry is a powerhouse that encompasses the entire value chain, from raw materials to the finished product. This comprehensive sector includes the production of raw materials, plastics mechanical engineering, tool and mold construction, plastics proces...

26/09/2023

emphasises the importance of plastics as a valuable material for the present and the future. The trade fair offers a platform for new products and solutions as well as for expert discussions. Visit the discussion round "Plastics - recyclable material instead of problem material! problem material!" with industry-renowned experts at the round table, to deepen your knowledge about the responsible use of plastics.

Fakuma 2023 puts the value of plastics and their special significance on the agenda for everyone. Plastics will have to meet the challenges of both the

18/09/2023

Roughly four weeks before the 28th Fakuma international trade fair for plastics processing opens its doors in Friedrichshafen from 17 to 21 October 2023, all of the exhibition halls are occupied. Final preparations are nearing completion. The world’s leading trade fair highlight for injection moulding, extrusion technology, thermoforming and 3D printing will deal with the forward-looking topics of circular economy, digitalisation, process automation and energy efficiency.

👉🏻 Read the latest press release here:
https://www.fakuma-messe.de/en/specials/fakuma-2023-plastics-festival-in-friedrichshafen/

where meets

Fakuma 2023 will surely be a feast for plastics. “Spirits are high, the exhibitors are excited about presenting their future-oriented solutions and the expert visitors can look forward to an inspiring trade fair,” says Annemarie Schur, Fakuma project manager at trade fair promoters P. E. Schall....

15/09/2023

In just a few weeks, the 28th Fakuma international trade fair for plastics processing will open its doors to welcome you! As our trade fair and media partner, K-Zeitung has been conducting research in the run-up to the trade fair and has summarised the most important, up-to-date trends covering all aspects of circular economy, digitalisation and energy efficiency in this e-magazine, and has also highlighted strategic corporate decisions that play an important role in today’s world. Click right in and get a glimpse of the digitalised, energy-efficient plastics technologies that will be presented live at Fakuma 2023 and explained by the experts at their trade fair booths.

👉🏻Click here for direct access to the e-magazine:
https://www.k-zeitung.de/e-magazine-implementing-the-circular-economy-and-digitalisation-correctly

📅17 to 21 October 2023, Messe Friedrichshafen

The new K-ZEITUNG e-magazine in the run-up to this year's Fakuma.

12/09/2023

The Start-up Area of – for Cutting-Edge Networking! 🚀
In recent years, numerous young start-up companies have established themselves that are really turning the plastics processing of tomorrow on it’s head with their innovative solutions, like Free The Sea below! Visit the Start-up Area at Fakuma 2023 and get into personal dialogue with the young companies. 🚀🚀🚀

11/09/2023

“For us, the Fakuma trade fair is a good opportunity for meeting our customers and engaging in dialogue with international expert visitors, as well as for working together with the plastics industry in an active and future-oriented manner." 🤝 Click below for the complete Statement of Christian Salihin, Head of Sales and CEO of Neo GmbH and Boris Gebauer, Owner and Development Manager of Gebauer GmbH. 👇🏻

And click here for the complete list of exhibitors:
👉🏻 https://www.fakuma-messe.de/en/list-of-exhibitors/

📅17 to 21 October 2023, Messe Friedrichshafen

"For us, the Fakuma trade fair is a good opportunity for meeting our customers and engaging in dialogue with international expert visitors, as well as for working together with the plastics industry in an active and future-oriented manner. Due to corona, the last few years were by no means easy for....

05/09/2023

Adsale Plastics Network is the one-stop resources sharing and business matching online platform for the global plastics industry. The website has been revamped recently with new layout and upgraded functions, including tag system, private messaging, and sales leads. As Fakuma 2023 is approaching, Adsale Plastics Network has been reporting latest news about the trade fair and exhibit highlights: https://brnw.ch/21wChxr

CPRJ International

22/08/2023

Discover the future of the plastics industry at Fakuma Trade Fair 2023! Be there when technological innovations and inspiring designs come together and:

👉🏻Experience sustainable innovations that are shaping the future
👉🏻Discover aesthetic plastic solutions that are conquering the market
👉🏻Immerse yourself in the world of function-integrating applications
👉🏻Make valuable contacts with experts and like-minded people from

📅17 to 21 October 2023, Messe Friedrichshafen

08/08/2023

Fakuma presents first-class plastics technologies at a high international level and occupies a leading position worldwide in the field of injection moulding. ✔️ You can already look forward to exciting insights into the innovations and trends of the machine manufacturers, in the midst of the creative expert community at Fakuma! 🤝

📅17 to 21 October 2023, Messe Friedrichshafen

02/08/2023

The cycle is the goal. ♻️ Circular production, in which raw materials are recycled and used again and again, would solve numerous challenges. Like in this cool car seat project Max Rothe is working on:

👉🏻 https://www.vestamid.com/en/in-the-car-seat-on-the-journey-to-monomaterials-178411.html

💜 Learn more about it from Team Evonik High Performance Polymers - live at Fakuma 2023!

11/07/2023

Smiling is fun! 😃 Especially when the morning routine for it is done with a toothbrush made of recyclable mono-material. Evonik has developed one of these, as Johannes Florian Krampe tells us in the short clip. 💜 Learn more about it from Team Evonik High Performance Polymers - live at Fakuma 2023!

06/07/2023

Fakuma 2023 is an ideal platform for new products and technological solutions, as well as for expert discussions about upcoming fields of action! Marketable, design-oriented and functionally integrated applications, as well as an impressive variety of materials, make the trade fair a crowdpuller with regard to aesthetic, pioneering plastics solutions.♻️

We look forward to the 28th Fakuma - and to you!
17 to 21 October 2023, Messe Friedrichshafen
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15/06/2023

"The world’s leading trade fair for injection moulding is setting new performance benchmarks in the fields of extrusion technology, thermoforming and 3D printing, as well as for circular economy. Roughly 40% of the exhibitors come from outside of Germany.", read this and more in our latest press release on Fakuma 2023:

👉🏻 https://www.fakuma-messe.de/en/specials/fakuma-2023-focus-on-plastic-as-a-recyclable-material

📅 28. Fakuma | 17 to 21 October 2023 | Messe Friedrichshafen

With excitement and anticipation, the industry is looking forward to the 28th Fakuma international trade fair for plastics processing in Friedrichshafen from the 17th through the 21st of October, 2023. The world’s leading trade fair for injection moulding is setting new performance benchmarks in t...

06/06/2023

Big events cast their shadows ahead - and Fakuma is no exception! 👌🏻 Feel the anticipation now for this important trade fair for plastics processing, where groundbreaking trends, innovations and business opportunities take centre stage.

Prepare to immerse yourself in a world of possibilities and carry your successes from today into the future. Save the date: From 17 to 21 October 2023 in Friedrichshafen, Fakuma will exceed your expectations! www.fakuma-messe.com

09/05/2023

Nicolai Küls is Managing Director of Technotrans and a member of the Fakuma Trade Fair Advisory Board. In this statement he explains why practical relevance and continuity are the success factors of Fakuma. Many thanks for this! 🤝

Ever since its premiere in 1981, Fakuma has had a firm foothold in the trade fair calendar of technotrans solutions GmbH (formerly gwk). As one of thirty original exhibitors with a long history of active participation, not only have we been able to monitor the development of the world’s leading tr...