Coperion unveils Next-Generation Plastics Processing Technology at K 2025
Düsseldorf, Germany – Coperion is showcasing a suite of advancements in double screw extrusion technology aimed at boosting efficiency and sustainability in plastics compounding and recycling at the K 2025 trade fair in Düsseldorf. The company’s exhibits, located at Stand 9B34 in Hall 14, highlight solutions designed to reduce energy consumption, improve material quality, and optimize operational uptime.
Among the featured equipment is the ZSK 58 MC18,a high-capacity extruder capable of processing up to 2,500 kilograms of material per hour while maintaining low energy usage. Complementing this is the STS 35 MC11, tailored for masterbatch production and achieving throughputs of up to 300 kilograms per hour.
A key innovation on display in the recycling pavilion is the ZSK Filco, a patent-pending filtration compounder. This technology streamlines the recycling process by integrating filtration and compounding into a single step, significantly reducing energy requirements – effectively melting plastic waste only once – while delivering high-quality recycled materials.
Coperion is also leveraging digital technology to enhance performance and reliability.Updates to the C-Beyond platform include a lifecycle manager that proactively identifies and reports upcoming maintenance needs, maximizing system availability. A real-time vibration and oil status monitoring system for gearboxes is also being introduced to prevent unexpected downtime.
Recognizing the growing importance of circularity, Coperion is demonstrating solutions for processing challenging materials like PET and EPS.The company’s CSK extruders are designed to deliver both high throughput and product quality suitable for food contact applications, furthering the potential for closed-loop recycling systems.
