Smart Molding International 1-2026

21 www.smart-molding.com CHINAPLAS 2026 In the recycling field, lots of novelties on display including: • Condenso, the oil condenser, designed to condense the low boiling substances released from the plastic pellets, rPET or flakes during the heating process. • Easypure, the odor removing system that allows a significant improvement in the quality of the recycled material, being integrated in the process of mechanical recycling, after the pelletising phase. Easypure can be equipped with OdorMinder that provides an immediate evaluation of the effectiveness of the odor removal process. All visitors will be able to experience a live demo of Winfactory 4.0, the supervision software designed by Piovan to increase plants' productivity and optimise product quality. In the PiovanGroup’s stand there will be a dedicated corner for industrial cooling. On display, Capchiller, the line of water cooled chillers for very high flow applications such as caps and medical products produced locally in China. This line has been specifically designed for all applications that requires very high temperature accuracy, high water flow rates in relation to cooling capacity and high pressures. In addition visitors will have the opportunity to discover the full range of temperature controllers with Easytherm. In addition, Piovan FDM, the Group company focused on blending systems for extrusion lines will present GDS, a loss-in- weight blender for pellets, flakes, regrind, additives, and powders. It is the ideal solution when continuous dosing with the highest level of accuracy is required. PiovanGroup www.piovan.com Quantum, the gravimetric batch blender in a special configuration HandlinkEvo, the manual coupling station Chinaplas 2026: BASF debuts Elastollan® GripTec, a new innovative thermoplastic polyurethane At Chinaplas 2026, BASF will unveil Elastollan® GripTec, a new innovative thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) portfolio designed for the sports footwear industry, unlocking new possibilities for outsole design and manufacturing. The new Elastollan GripTec series combines exceptional grip, durability, design flexibility and sustainability, and is designed for running and hiking enthusiasts, as well as lifestyle fashion and kidswear applications. “Footwear brands are always looking for materials that enhance user experience and improve safety. Elastollan GripTec - our next-generation TPU outsole solution - is set to redefine footwear performance while enabling greater design flexibility and advancing our commitment to sustainability,” said Rohit Roop Ghosh, Vice President, Business Management TPU, Performance Materials Asia Pacific, BASF. “Preliminary feedback from leading global footwear brands have been positive and validates the market potential of Elastollan GripTec. We will continue to collaborate with more customers to strengthen their competitiveness and drive innovation across the industry.” Driving superior performance and design freedom The Elastollan GripTec TPU portfolio is engineered to deliver superior traction, rugged durability and excellent abrasion resistance across a wide range of conditions. It also offers design freedom, with options ranging from transparent to black, and allows for more creative and detailed outsole designs using TPU. To address diverse application requirements, the Elastollan GripTec series comprises three grades: • Elastollan GripTec 10H: Best-in-class in abrasion with excellent durability • Elastollan GripTec 11HT: Rubber-like feel with better transparency, enabling greater design freedom • Elastollan GripTec 12T: Superior transparency with a balanced performance profile BASF www.basf.com Picture: BASF