Good morning! Bekum launched its latest all-electric extrusion blow molding machines at K 2025. The four SmartLine models, which go by the SBlow name, are built for energy efficiency and easy maintenance.

Also on the new equipment front, we have introductions from Machinex and Eriez for recycling.

The American Chemistry Council has released a new study on the potential economic impact of increased recycling in the U.S., advocating for more investment in both mechanical and advanced technologies. In case you missed it, here's our recent story on the challenges of advanced recycling. 

Lynne Sherwin, managing editor