Taipeiplas 2024 wraps up, turns a new leaf toward a low-carbon future for the plastics and rubber industry
The Taipei International Plastics & Rubber Industry Show (TaipeiPLAS), held alongside the Taipei International Shoe Making Technology Show (ShoeTech Taipei) had successfully brought together nearly 500 exhibitors across more than 1,800 booths.
According to TAITRA, the event’s organiser, the five-day exhibition attracted over 16,000 visitors, including more than 2,500 international attendees from 98 countries and regions, with delegations from India, Myanmar, Vietnam, Malaysia, Algeria, and Egypt.
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Low-carbon and high-efficiency machines were featured across the exhibition, with notable examples including FCS's SA series injection moulding machine for optical products, CHEN HSONG's all-electric liquid silicone rubber injection moulding machine, Ye I’s water-cooled plastic recycling machine, Genius’s cutter compactor plastic recycling machine, and Tien Kang’s physical foaming injection moulding machine. Of particular interest, King’s Solution introduced a new AI Recycler-Reverse vending machine aimed at encouraging low-carbon behaviour in everyday life.
The expansion of the raw materials and composite materials zones at this year’s event further highlighted advances in material optimisation and the development of sustainable solutions. Noteworthy innovations included Formosa Chemicals & Fibre’s eco-friendly Nylon 6 chips made from recycled ocean waste, Yungiee’s post-consumer plastic container recycling solutions for producing consumer goods, and ITRI’s textile waste recycling technology for blended fabric building materials.
The versatility of plastics and rubber was evident in the wide range of industries represented by visitors, including companies like ABB, Acer, Asics, Asus, Compal, Delta, Foxconn, Gogoro, HP, Largan Precision, Logitech, Makalot, Maxxis, Nam Liong Group, Nike, Pegavision, Pou Chen Group, Teco, Trek Bicycle, and YKK.
Post-pandemic economic recovery, supply chain restructuring, and carbon reduction trends have generated new demand for equipment upgrades, green materials, and circular economy solutions. At Taipeiplas 2024, TAITRA facilitated over 150 procurement meetings, connecting international visitors with exhibitors for business discussions and live product demonstrations.
Additional highlights included seminars, the Innovation Hub, guided tours, and the Taipeiplas Award, all showcasing the rapid progress of the global plastics and rubber sector. The “Visionary and Sustainable Development Summit,” held on September 25, was a major success, drawing more than 240 participants.
The next Taipeiplas is scheduled for September 2026. For updates, visit the official website at www.taipeiplas.com.tw.
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