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FEATURE NEWS
PVC prices a challenge
However, the report also underlined some con-
The world of plastics and rubber
K raw materials and measuring technology will be
- The international trade fair for innova-
tions in the plastics and rubber industry
K is considered the leading internation-
al trade fair in the plastics and rubber industry.
Each time, the event attracts a large number of
professionals from production, processing and
related sectors such as mechanical engineer-
ing, the automotive industry, electronics, medi-
cal technology, the packaging industry and the
construction industry from all over the world to
find out about the latest innovations and make
valuable contacts. A wide range of products and
services in the fields of machinery, equipment,
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cerns about the industry. For example, despite
the optimistic outlook, the industry faces chal-
lenges from fluctuating polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
prices. PVC is a key raw material for plastic
pipes, and price volatility directly affects manu-
facturers’ margins.
Source – Business Standard
presented.
Since the first exhibition in Düsseldorf in 1952,
the letter "K" has embodied the fascination for
the world of plastics and rubber. The next trade
fair will take place in 2025 at the Düsseldorf Ex-
hibition Centre and will be a global magnet for
exhibitors and visitors alike.
Save the date for K 2025 on 8-15 October
2025. Source – K2025
February 2025