Smart Molding International 1-2026

11 www.smart-molding.com newsfeed New CAD page: HASCO simplifies the work of designers HASCO has simplified the day-to-day work of designers by bringing together its CAD services with immediate effect on a completely revised CAD page. The new section of the website offers centralised, user-friendly access to CAD data, software overviews and practical configuration aids – ensuring efficient and consistent design processes. Centralised download of all CAD data All CAD data from the extensive HASCO portfolio are available for download. With just a few clicks, the required STEP files can be downloaded and directly integrated into the respective design environment. HASCO has therefore reduced the time and effort required for data procurement and enables a smooth, trouble-free CAD process. Overview of all supported CAD systems A clear overview shows at a glance which CAD systems are supported by HASCO. This allows users to immediately see howHASCO components fit optimally into their existing processes – regardless of the system used. Technical guidance and con gurable products Detailed instructions make product configuration easier. They guide users step by step through the configuration process and facilitate the individual adjustment of components. In addition, HASCO introduces its configurable components, in which installation spaces and CAD models can be individually adapted. This increases flexibility and opens up new design possibilities. With the new CAD page, HASCO has created a central platform for all CAD- related topics. It simplifies access to product data, provides support during configuration, and sustainably increases efficiency in day-to-day design work. HASCO www.hasco.com Picture: StackTeck Arkema starts up its new transparent polyamide unit in Singapore Arkema is pleased to announce that its new Rilsan® Clear transparent polyamide production unit, located on its Singapore platform, is now fully operational. This milestone strengthens Arkema’s leadership in high-performance polymers, giving the Group the largest transparent polyamides production capacity in Asia. This successful start-up represents a major step forward for Arkema, as the new unit triples the Group’s global production capacity of Rilsan® Clear transparent polyamide. This investment of around US$20 million, announced in July 2025, is part of the major growth projects in which Arkema has recently invested to support its strategic roadmap on Specialty Materials. Designed for operational excellence and reliability, this newunit will enable Arkema to meet the growing demand for sustainable high-performance transparent materials across key markets such as eyewear, AR/VR and smart consumer electronics, industrial filtration, healthcare devices and home appliances. «We are very proud of this strategic expansion dedicated to transparent polyamides, further strengthening our position as the leading global producer of specialty polyamides», said Laurent Tellier, Senior Vice-President High Performance Polymers and Fluorogases. «Itmarks the next step in developing our key platform in Singapore, contributing to our strategy to develop local and competitive supply close to our customers in the region.» With this additional capacity, Arkema reaffirms its commitment to supporting customers in Asia and worldwide through resilient and competitive local supply chains, while contributing to the transition toward more sustainable materials. ARKEMA www.arkema.com Picture: HASCO Picture: ARKEMA