Frankfurt am Main

Angst+Pfister will attend ISH 2025, the leading fair for HVAC and water technology, in Frankfurt (March 17–21, Hall 9.0, Booth B76). Our focus includes high-performance materials and sealing solutions for regulated industries like drinking water, hydrogen, solar thermal energy, and gas.

We address key regulatory updates, including the KTW-BWGL (2025), PFAS restrictions (approx. 2028), and EU DWD revision (2020–2032). As experts in regulations and certifications, we ensure your products remain compliant and market-ready.

Additionally, we offer innovative sealing solutions for hydrogen, advanced antivibration technology, and PFAS-free fluid handling solutions like ASSIWELL® metal hoses. 

You will find more information here. 

Heidelberg

The congress "News in Hygienic Design" serves as a vital platform for the exchange of knowledge and experiences among stakeholders in the food industry, the mechanical engineering and components sectors, academia, and regulatory authorities. Organized by the German group of the European Hygienic Engineering and Design Group (EHEDG), the event spans two days and features presentations, workshops, and discussions on current topics and challenges in hygienic design.

Hygienic design refers to the sanitary design of machines, systems, and components used in hygiene-critical production environments. It helps prevent microbial and particulate contamination of end products and ensures compliance with legal requirements for food safety.

Christian Geubert, Product Leader Sealing Materials, will give a presentation on the following topic

The regulation of PFAS (poly- and perfluorinated alkyl substances) remains a prominent topic. As of November 20, 2024, the ECHA has recognized sealing technology as a key application, but significant uncertainty persists regarding potential bans and restrictions for affected polymeric materials like PTFE, FKM, FFKM, and FEP. Despite evidence supporting their safe use - such as secure manufacturing processes, positive lists, extraction tests, long-term experience, and disposal methods evaluated by the Karlsruhe KIT - excluding these polymers from regulations based on the OECD definition is desirable but still under debate in the EU.

The presentation in April 2025 will provide an update on the regulatory status, introduce fluorine-free alternatives, and explore the implications and limitations of a potential complete ban.

For more information please visit: www.hygienic-design.com