Kraiburg TPE at the Plast 2026 (www.polyformnext.de)
New recycling compounds and broad portfolio
Kraiburg TPE will be presenting its entire portfolio and new sustainable TPE solutions with high recycled content at Plast 2026. The focus will also be on the strong market presence in Italy and regional customer support.
read more...Review of 2025, outlook for 2026 (www.polyformnext.de)
Dr. Monika Hofmann, Kraiburg TPE
Uncertainty, pressure to adapt and remarkable innovative strength: at the turn of the year, we once again asked decision-makers in the plastics industry what shaped 2025, what successes and challenges characterized the year, what gives confidence for 2026 and which strategic decisions are now crucial.
read more...Kraiburg TPE at the Chinaplas 2026 (www.polyformnext.de)
TPE solutions with recycled content and biocompatibility
Kraiburg TPE will be showcasing its revised product portfolio at Chinaplas 2026 in Shanghai from April 21 to 24. The focus will be on TPE compounds for various industrial sectors.
read more...Nominated as product of the year 2026 (www.polyformnext.de)
Kraiburg TPE: Compound series FC/CM3/AD1
The new thermoplastic elastomer series FC/CM3/AD1 from Kraiburg TPE is suitable for reusable food containers, cosmetics packaging as well as hoses and conveyor belts in food processing and significantly increases the service life of the products thanks to its very good resilience and high tear resistance. The material has been nominated in the competition for Product of the Year 2026.
read more...Fire protection on the rail (www.polyformnext.de)
Halogen-free TPE for the highest safety and material standards in rail transportation
read more...Voices on the K 2025 (www.polyformnext.de)
Dr. Monika Hofmann, Director EMEA, Kraiburg TPE
K 2025 is characterized by far-reaching changes: Digitalization, the circular economy, geopolitical uncertainties and rising costs are shaping the industry. A survey we conducted among some exhibitors reveals key trends, challenges and demands on politics and society.
read more...Kraiburg TPE at the K 2025 (www.polyformnext.de)
Compounds for food contact and fire protection
Kraiburg TPE is expanding its portfolio: The FC/CM3/AD1 compounds combine low migration and controlled adhesion for safe food and cosmetic packaging, while the new FR3 series offers flame-retardant TPEs with improved adhesion and processing for the railroad and transportation sector.
read more...Drive safely, build sustainably (www.polyformnext.de)
TPE series for lightweight and robust vehicle pillars
The new Thermolast R RC/UV/AP series from Kraiburg TPE combines high safety and performance requirements with sustainability. It contains 15 % to 40 % recycled post-consumer materials and is suitable for lightweight, robust and weather-resistant vehicle pillars.
read more...High-tech materials (www.polyformnext.de)
High-performance TPEs drive drone construction forward
Drones are becoming lighter, more powerful and more sustainable - modern TPE materials play a key role in this. Kraiburg TPE shows how innovative material solutions can combine efficiency, functionality and environmental aspects in drone construction.
read more...Kraiburg TPE at the Chinaplas 2025 (www.polyformnext.de)
TPE with PA adhesion and high recycled content
Kraiburg TPE has developed the Thermolast R RC/AD/PA/AP series specifically for applications in the Asia-Pacific region. The thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) in this product range contain a high proportion of recycled materials and have mechanical properties that are geared towards demanding industrial applications.
read more...Lehvoss and Kraiburg TPE (www.polyformnext.de)
Thermally conductive plastic solutions for more efficient e-mobility
Lehvoss and Kraiburg TPE have been working together on new thermally conductive material systems for the electrical and electronics industry with a focus on e-mobility applications and are now presenting these material developments.
read more...Products of the year 2025 (www.polyformnext.de)
The nominees in the materials category
In the competition for the KUNSTSTOFF MAGAZINE Products of the Year 2025, 10 exciting innovations are represented in the Materials category. Here you can find out which products and solutions we have nominated for the readers' choice.
read more...Nominated as product of the year 2025 (www.polyformnext.de)
Kraiburg TPE: Thermolast M - Next Generation Supersoft TPE
With Thermolast M, Kraiburg TPE is expanding its Next Generation Supersoft TPE for ultra-soft applications such as prostheses and orthoses. These biocompatible compounds offer a velvety feel, meet the highest quality standards and open up new possibilities for medical and customized products. They are nominated in the competition for the Products of the Year 2025 in the Materials category.
read more...For electrical appliances and e-mobility (www.polyformnext.de)
Thermally conductive TPE for battery systems
The demand for plastics that can be integrated into existing material combinations for highly effective thermal management has increased dramatically. Kraiburg TPE has launched Thermally Conductive TPE on the market for this purpose.
read more...Recycling Content TPE for Hilti tools (www.polyformnext.de)
New formula for an impeccable grip
Kraiburg TPE has developed a compound for grip surfaces that combines the best grip and adhesion properties with a recycled content of 57 percent.
read more...Exclusive survey among Fakuma exhibitors (www.polyformnext.de)
Dr. Monika Hofmann, Director EMEA, Kraiburg TPE
Fakuma will once again take place in Friedrichshafen from October 15 to 19. KUNSTSTOFF MAGAZIN asked the exhibitors: What goals have you set for Fakuma 2024, how do you assess the market situation in the industry and what trends and developments are you observing?
read more...Henning Karbstein (www.polyformnext.de)
New Managing Director at Kraiburg TPE Americas
Effective October 1, 2024, Henning Karbstein will take over the management of Kraiburg TPE for the North, Central and South America region. He will manage the operating business of the global TPE manufacturer from the Atlanta, Georgia, site. Karbstein succeeds Jeff Frankish, who is retiring.
read more...New formula for seals (www.polyformnext.de)
Kraiburg: EPDM compounds for the automotive industry
Kraiburg TPE introduces new thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) with EPDM adhesion for sealing systems and exterior applications in the automotive sector. These compounds set a new standard in material technology and offer adhesion, durability and processability.
read more...Expansion into Great Britain (www.polyformnext.de)
Kraiburg opens subsidiary in the UK
Kraiburg TPE has opened its subsidiary Kraiburg TPE UK. The company intends to expand its presence on the British market and further develop its local customer service.
read more...Contactless quality assurance (www.industrial-production.de)
Optical measuring device provides shrinkage values
In the course of the industrial processing of plastics, the specification of shrinkage values is one of the standard pieces of information that play an important role as a specification for toolmaking. Kraiburg TPE uses a contactless optical measuring device to provide manufacturers with precise information.
read more...Contactless quality assurance (www.polyformnext.de)
Optical measuring device provides shrinkage values
In the course of the industrial processing of plastics, the specification of shrinkage values is one of the standard pieces of information that play an important role as a specification for toolmaking. Kraiburg TPE uses a contactless optical measuring device to provide manufacturers with precise information.
read more...Recycled content of at least 73 (www.polyformnext.de)
Kraiburg TPE introduces Recycling Content TPE for Automotive
Kraiburg TPE has released a new range of products made from thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) with at least 73% recycled content. The company Tessi Supply will use the compounds to manufacture inserts and floor mats.
read more...Bio-based TPE (www.polyformnext.de)
Right from the start, of course
Kraiburg TPE presents thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) with a variable proportion of renewable raw materials. With the introduction of the new compounds, the TPE manufacturer is expanding its range of more sustainable solutions with a range of products made from renewable raw materials.
read more...Nomination Products of the Year 2024 (www.polyformnext.de)
KRAIBURG TPE: Hot Water TPE for seals and sanitary components
KRAIBURG TPE introduces new technology: TPE for applications in the drinking water and sanitary industry that comply with KTW-BWGL guidelines. Hot Water TPE is nominated in the competition for the Products of the Year 2024 in Category 4: Materials and Material Processing.
read more...Exhibitor comments on Fakuma 2023 (www.polyformnext.de)
Monika Hofmann, Kraiburg TPE
Fakuma 2023 will take place in Friedrichshafen from October 17 to 21. KUNSTSTOFF MAGAZIN asked the exhibitors: What expectations do you have of Fakuma and what trends and developments do you see in the plastics industry?
read more...Kraiburg TPE at the Fakuma 2023 (www.polyformnext.de)
Compounds for drinking and hot water applications
Kraiburg TPE is coming to the trade fair in Friedrichshafen with new compounds for drinking and hot water applications as well as pioneering TPE solutions with high bio-based and recycled content - Hall 5, Stand 5303.
read more...Kraiburg expands range (www.polyformnext.de)
TPE solutions with ISCC Plus certification
Kraiburg is now offering thermoplastic elastomers with the corresponding ISCC Plus certificate. The use of these materials offers companies advantages in the transition from fossil to more sustainable raw materials.
read more...Review 2022 - Outlook 2023 (www.polyformnext.de)
Oliver Zintner, Kraiburg TPE
2022 was a demanding, challenging financial year, but it was also the year in which normality returned with the K trade fair. At the turn of the year 2022/2023, we once again asked decision-makers in the plastics industry: What was your biggest highlight in 2022? Is the outlook for 2023 gloomy or do you see any rays of hope? Which topics will keep us busy, which trends are on the rise?
read more...Exhibitor comments on the K 2022 (www.polyformnext.de)
Dr. Monika Hofmann, Kraiburg TPE
K 2022 will take place in Düsseldorf from October 19 to 26. KUNSTSTOFF MAGAZIN asked the exhibitors: How are you presenting the topics of climate protection, digitalization and the circular economy and what are you personally looking forward to the most?
read more...Kraiburg TPE at the K 2022 (www.polyformnext.de)
Recycling takes center stage
Kraiburg TPE is announcing a colorful bouquet of TPE sustainability solutions for the trade fair. Traditionally located in the "rubber street", the manufacturer will be offering topics and solutions relating to thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) as well as services.
read more...Kraiburg expands its portfolio (www.polyformnext.de)
Recycling TPE for car interiors
Kraiburg is expanding its portfolio for OEMs and their suppliers: Interior Post-Industry Recycling TPE offers up to 38% recycled content and is therefore intended to provide the automotive market with a more sustainable alternative to standard solutions. In addition, customers receive information on the product carbon footprint (PCF) of the purchased TPE.
read more...Application technology center (www.polyformnext.de)
Kraiburg: New master mold for better material data
Kraiburg TPE has put a new master mold into operation in its application technology center. It is designed to enable a quick change of temperature-controlled mold inserts in the injection molding process in order to obtain data on the flowability, surface quality and adhesion of specific material compounds.
read more...Universal PCR TPE (www.polyformnext.de)
Thermoplastics with 40 percent PCR content
Up to 40 percent PCR content is possible with a new solution from Kraiburg. It consists of recycled materials from households or commercial and industrial waste streams.
read more...Without contact restrictions (www.polyformnext.de)
Kraiburg expands TPE range in the food sector
Consumers are attaching increasing importance to the safety and health safety of products and materials. Kraiburg has therefore expanded its TPE range for food contact applications. The Thermoplast K series is a new addition to the Food Contact TPE portfolio.
read more...Hinterecker moves to the Management Board (www.polyformnext.de)
Oliver Zintner is the new CEO at Kraiburg TPE
After 23 years, Managing Director Franz Hinterecker has transferred his role to Oliver Zintner, the previous Director EMEA, with effect from January 1, 2022. Dr. Monika Hofmann will take over Oliver Zintner's responsibilities.
read more...Sustainability (www.polyformnext.de)
TPE for sustainable "absorbent cotton" sticks
As a replacement for various cotton buds, the company Lastobject has launched reusable alternatives onto the market. Their tip is made of a thermoplastic elastomer (TPE), which is also used in the healthcare sector.
read more...Headband made from skin-friendly TPE (www.polyformnext.de)
Hearing protection - velvety feel for more wearing comfort
An Austrian-based manufacturer of protective clothing has the headband of its hearing protection headset injection molded from a thermoplastic elastomer (TPE). According to the company, the material is easy to process and offers a comfortable fit.
read more...Low-emission plastics (www.polyformnext.de)
Against thick air in the cockpit
Plastics used in vehicle interiors must be low-emission and UV-stable. Thermoplastic elastomers should meet these requirements.
read more...Permanently leak-proof drinking bottles (www.polyformnext.de)
Closure seals made from food-grade TPE
For the tight closure of its Omni drinking bottles and Cruise beverage cups, manufacturer Timolino uses a thermoplastic elastomer that combines durable elasticity with food compatibility.
read more...Produce seals faster (www.polyformnext.de)
Strong adhesion right from the start
Thermoplastic elastomers specially developed for excellent adhesion and UV resistance in two-component applications with ethylene propylene diene rubber (EPDM) are aimed primarily at automotive applications.
read more...Plastic for horses (www.polyformnext.de)
TPE solution at a gallop
The happiness of the earth lies on the back of a horse. For the rider. A mouthpiece developed from a soft-elastic TPE is said to be more comfortable for the lower part of the pair.
read more...The company (www.polyformnext.de)
Kraiburg: Shareholder Peter Schmidt has passed away
Peter Schmidt passed away a few weeks after reaching the age of 85. He was actively involved in the company from 1954 to 1999 and, as a member of the Kraiburg Group's circle of shareholders, implemented numerous trend-setting decisions.
read more...Elastic solutions (www.polyformnext.de)
TPE for all occasions
Thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) offer a wide range of applications thanks to their very broad spectrum of adjustable properties and finishing options. And there are more to come.
read more...Special development for medical technology (www.polyformnext.de)
Kraiburg TPE: Adhesion thanks to solvents
Materials for medical and pharmaceutical technology must meet the highest quality and purity standards. Kraiburg TPE has built up a comprehensive portfolio of TPE compounds for this sensitive area.
read more...TPE for drinking water applications (www.polyformnext.de)
TPE for drinking water hoses
TPE suitable for drinking water, especially for hose applications. The material has received KTW and W270 approval and can be used in hoses for showers and dishwashers, for example.
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