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Arburg has signed an agreement to acquire Stork Plastics Machinery B.V. from Stibbe Participaties B.V. The transaction is intended to expand Arburg’s portfolio in large injection moulding machines and packaging applications.
Sacmi hosted more than 300 participants from 66 countries at the Packaging Innovation Summit 2026 in Imola. The event focused on rigid packaging technologies, sustainability, digitalisation, process control and new materials.
Ningbo FCS delivered a customized HB-2500R electric horizontal rotary table multi-component injection molding machine to Koito for advanced automotive lighting applications.
Wittmann Group will show the complete Primus product range at Fakuma 2026, covering auxiliaries, robots and the EcoPrimus injection molding machine. The presentation focuses on cost, material and energy efficiency in standard injection molding applications.
At TaipeiPlas 2026, Arburg will present its Allrounder Trend electric standard injection moulding machines in Taiwan for the first time. The stand will feature an automated application producing the three-part "Donut-ella" USB cable winder.
Euroviti has developed a new screw geometry for processing cosmetic packaging on ISBM machines. The solution was intended to improve the dispersion of colour and effect additives and increase process stability.
Meusburger reports a broad range of ejectors for injection molds and die-casting molds, along with digital tools supporting their selection and configuration. The company highlights the availability of standard components from stock and the option of quickly preparing ready-to-install variants.
Plast Eurasia has presented a new visual identity. The organisers say it is intended to reflect the changes taking place in the plastics industry and the combination of technology and sustainability.
During open days at Arburg Technology Centers in Radevormwald and Rednitzhembach, around 180 customers learned about the electric Allrounder Trend injection moulding machines. The programme included live demonstrations, technical presentations and topics related to digitalisation.
At Fakuma 2026, Wittmann Group will present three live applications based on all-electric injection molding machines. The display will include production of protective caps, lab-on-a-chip micro parts and liquid silicone components.
The 30th edition of Fakuma will take place in Friedrichshafen from 12 to 16 October 2026. In addition to an exhibition covering the full plastics processing value chain, the organisers are announcing an industry round table, a new innovation award, a startup area and Career Friday.
At Vietnamplas 2026, Arburg will present the electric Allrounder Trend injection moulding machine in Vietnam for the first time. At its stand in Ho Chi Minh City, the machine will produce nozzles for silicone tubes from HDPE.
SIGMA Engineering has released version 6.2 of SIGMASOFT Virtual Molding. The update introduces new tools for reporting, material modeling and result visualization, as well as an expanded material database.
Starlim uses Wittmann MicroPower production cells to manufacture silicone micro parts for medical, electronics and automotive applications. Process precision, control stability and integrated quality control are key factors in this area.
At Fakuma 2026, Arburg will focus its presentation on digital services and software across the entire value chain. The company announces 14 machine exhibits, including injection moulding solutions, automation and turnkey systems.
Hasco's H4400/… hot runner system is intended to support efficiency and cost reduction in injection moulding. The solution, supplied as a complete hot half plate assembly, is designed to shorten assembly time and facilitate integration into the mould.
BASF reported the use of Ultramid A3XZC3 ESD in the carrier plate of the MSA M1 breathing apparatus. The material combines flame retardancy, high mechanical strength and reduced surface resistivity, which is important in EX zones.
Sumitomo (SHI) Demag has appointed Vincita Plastik Makinaları as its new sales agent in Turkey. The Istanbul-based company will be responsible for sales and service support for injection moulding machines and related technologies.
At Interplast 2026 in Brazil, Arburg will present the Allrounder Trend electric injection moulding machine to the local market for the first time. At stand B15, the Allrounder 1800 e Trend will produce 48 PP screw caps live.
At Juniális 2026 in Budapest, Arburg Hungary presented the new electric Allrounder Trend series to the Hungarian market for the first time. The event also focused on automation, digitalisation and energy efficiency.
Dr. Boy GmbH & Co. KG has summarised its participation at Kuteno 2026 in Bad Salzuflen. The company's stand drew particular interest for the Boy XS E and Boy 35 Electric injection moulding machines demonstrated live in operation.
Dr. Boy GmbH & Co. KG and ST.A.TE Technologies S.r.l. sum up their participation in Plast Milano 2026. Three energy-efficient injection moulding machines were presented at the stand and attracted interest from international visitors.
Ford is developing expertise in the production of plastic components at its Saarlouis plant in cooperation with the SKZ plastics center. The training courses are conducted directly on the company’s own injection molding machines and using original tools.
In response to EU Regulation 2024/3190, igus has developed the iglidur A351 material for machine components that come into contact with food. The material is free of BPA and BPS, complies with FDA requirements, and is available in several processing forms.
At Kuteno 2026, Deckerform will present its portfolio covering product development, mould making and system solutions. The exhibit will be based on two customer projects and on fully electric injection moulding machines from Toyo Europe.
Smart Mold, a company affiliated with Sirmax Group, will present Aria at Plast 2026, an AI-based system supporting injection molding process setup. The solution is intended to reduce the number of setup trials and the level of scrap during production start-up.
Avient is introducing new Therma-Tech thermally conductive formulations containing natural graphite. The materials will be presented at FIP in Lyon and Equiplast in Barcelona, alongside the company’s broader portfolio of polymer solutions.
Together with its UK representative Boy Ltd., Boy will present four injection moulding machines from its current range at Interplas 2026 in Birmingham. The company announces a showcase of energy-efficient solutions for various plastics processing applications.
At the Plastpol trade fair in Kielce, 1. Plastcompany presented three BOY injection moulding machines, including the XS E model for micro injection moulding and the all-electric Boy 100 Electric. The company emphasises strong visitor interest and the importance of comprehensive technical support.
ENGEL has developed a new machine concept for clearmelt systems based on the duo combi M two-platen injection moulding machine. The solution is intended to reduce investment costs, shrink the footprint, and simplify installation, operation and colour changes in PUR applications.
At Plast Milano 2026, Dr. Boy and ST.A.TE Technologies will present several injection moulding machine applications covering packaging, medical products, technical parts and elastomer processing. The booth will feature live machine demonstrations.
Husky Technologies has introduced HyCAP 4.0 tooling for the injection molding of beverage closures. The solution is intended to support the production of lightweight, regulation-compliant closures while maintaining high productivity, mold durability and lower operating costs.
Wittmann has introduced a new version of the Airmould starter package, which also includes a pressure generation unit. The solution is intended to facilitate the implementation of internal gas pressure technology in injection molding.
BMT shows how the Thermoscan preform temperature sensor helps detect differences in the thermal behaviour of PET preforms that can lead to instability in the stretch blow moulding process.
Weidmüller uses BASF's polyphthalamide Ultramid Advanced N3U41 G6 in PCB connectors and terminals from the Omnimate 4.0 family. The material is intended to provide heat resistance for reflow soldering, dimensional stability and broad colouring options.
At Plast 2026, ENGEL will present solutions covering injection moulding machines, automation, digital assistants and AI-based systems. The exhibit will also include automated production cells for thermoplastic composites and PP packaging.