Advances in plastics technology in focus
From June 18 to 20, 2024, Engel hosted the Digital Days event in Schwertberg and St. Valentin. This event provided concrete answers to central questions in the injection molding industry.
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Hasco’s product diversity supports a variety of demoulding processes
The geometry of a planned injection-moulded component defines the complexity and the amount of work involved in designing and producing the moulding tool.
Manifold blocks Z920/... – Extension to product range
With the help of the HASCO manifold blocks Z920/…, the configuration of flexible cooling circuits is particularly easy.
Hasco - a pioneer in digitalisation
Nowadays, digitalisation plays a key role in tool and mouldmaking. Hasco, as a leading supplier of modular standard mould units and accessories, has become a pioneer in the digitalisation of an entire industry through the constant development of unique standards.
Arburg Technology Center (ATC) refurbished
The refurbished Arburg Technology Center (ATC) in Radevormwald is back to normal operations.
BOY at Plastpol 2024: Successful trade fair appearance with innovations
Dr Boy GmbH & Co. KG was highly satisfied with its appearance at this year's Plastpol 2024 which took place from 21st to 24th May 2024.
SKZ was able to produce two complex silicone molded parts in just one tool
Five partners from the plastics industry have succeeded in producing two complex silicone molded parts in just one single tool.
Engel hosting Digital Days in June
Digitalisation has been an integral part of the ENGEL portfolio strategy for many years. A wide selection of digital products inside the machine and on a flexible online production portal are already providing benefits to users in terms of costs, quality and energy consumption.
Krones Prefero brings together overall system expertise and the plastics cycle
With the acquisition of Netstal Maschinen AG at the beginning of the year, Krones has been able to offer its customers a solution from the Krones Group for every single step in the plastics loop.
Engel concluded the fiscal year
By the end of March, internationally operating injection molding machine manufacturer ENGEL concluded the fiscal year 2023/24 with a total turnover of around 1.6 billion euros, indicating a minor downturn compared to the previous year. The company is meeting the mixed prospects with an expansion of its global presence while setting new benchmarks in order income for customer-specific automation solutions.
Sumitomo (SHI) Demag appoints Senior Director Technology
Sumitomo (SHI) Demag announces the appointment of Mr. Martin Pütz to lead the acceleration of technology innovation within the Group and across all subsidiaries.
Wittmann at the Plastpol 2024 in Kielce, Poland
WITTMANN presents DC-powered injection molding equipment in Poland
Double BOY presence at Plastpol 2024
Interesting live-applications on BOY injection moulding machines are going to attract a lot of visitors to the BOY booth (Hall G / Booth 6) at Plastpol in Kielce / Poland (21st – 24th May).
Roadshow with focus on productivity
Whatever path plastic processors take in the future, productivity supported by connectivity and digitalisation will inevitably be in the driving seat.
German quality with internationally competitive unit costs
RING Kamm und Haarschmuck manufactures autonomously for up to eighteen hours with Wittmann injection molding technology.
Arburg exhibit at NPE 2024
Allrounder More: functional Turnkey system, automated application "Engineered by Arburg USA", producing two-component eyeglasses from optical LSR and thermoplastic.
Wittmann Technology Spain opens new showroom
On March 13 and 14, 2024 Wittmann Technology Spain opened its new showroom in Ibi (near Alicante). The company was able to welcome 65 visitors for the official opening ceremony.
Arburg - New Managing Directors on the starting blocks
Steffen Kroner assumes responsibility for Finance, Controlling, IT and Human Resource Management while Gerhard Böhm, Managing Director Sales and After Sales, is about to hand over the baton later this year and Partner Renate Keinath moves to the Advisory Board.
We live moulding. Wittmann's Competence Days are coming
Wittmann invites you to Vienna on 19-20 June for its biggest event of the year - the Competence Days. This will be an opportunity for market participants to learn about the latest solutions from the Austrian machine manufacturer.
Plastpol at Targi Kielce with the latest technology for the industry
The most modern injection moulding and extrusion machines, the latest raw materials and services from all over the world, discussions about the challenges facing the plastics and rubber processing industry from 21 to 24 May at Targi Kielce.
European premiere: Arburg’s new “treasure”, the Allrounder 720 E Golden Electric
For the first time in Europe, the company will be presenting its latest “treasure” to trade visitors, the Allrounder 720 E Golden Electric, just a few days after its world premiere at NPE in Orlando, Florida.
arburgSOLUTIONworld – a world of answers
"Lighthouse": Interactive exhibition area around four-metre-high LED column. At Chinaplas 2024 trade fair Arbug provides individual advice on digitalisation, automation, moulds, sustainability and service.
Feddersen Group concludes cooperation agreement with Toolplace GmbH
K.D. Feddersen Holding GmbH concluded a cooperation agreement with Toolplace GmbH. Toolplace offers digital solutions for the procurement of injection moulding tools that complement the Feddersen Group's portfolio.
Full house – great atmosphere: Over 5,100 guests from all over the world flock to Lossburg
25 years: Technology Days have inspired more than 100,000 visitors from 50 nations over this period. This year visitors could appreciate over 40 exhibits plus solutions in digitalisation and automation.
Wittmann USA to showcase "It's all Wittmann" at NPE2024
At Booth #W3043, WITTMANN USA will present five injection molding machine work cells, all in a new red color, fully integrated with the latest robots and auxiliaries.
KraussMaffei at the NPE: "Make plastic green"
At the NPE in Orlando, Florida, KraussMaffei will be presenting innovative exhibits under the motto "Make plastic green - with high quality and efficiency".
Bole strengthens its presence in the UK market
Bole Machinery UK becomes a subsidiary of Bole Europe Technology
Allrounder 470 Golden Electric: Automated LSR application
Arburg will be presenting a production cell centred around an electric Allrounder from the Golden Electric series at Chinaplas 2024. On show will be the precise, cost-effective production of valves made of liquid silicone.
Husky showcasing sustainable packaging technologies, solutions, and services at CBST2024
Husky TechnologiesTM, a pioneering technology provider enabling the delivery of essential needs to the global community, is exhibiting for the first time at the China International Beverage Industry Science and Technology Exhibition.
KraussMaffei at NPE: “Make plastic green”
“Make plastic green – with high quality and efficiency” – this is KraussMaffei’s motto at the NPE show in Orlando, Florida. The company presents innovative solutions for circular economy and reducing the CO2-footprint.
Mold-Masters introduces latest technology at NPE 2024
New hot runner systems, temperature and motion controllers, an auxiliary injection unit, a gate seal and more by Mold-Masters on display in Booth W1601A at NPE 2024 in Orlando, Florida
Energy consumption cut by more than 30 per cent
All-electric EcoPower Xpress - a new concept for sophisticated thin-walled packaging technology at Heinrich Axmann GmbH & Co. KG in Cologne, Germany.
Allrounder 720 E Golden Electric: first world premiere in the USA
Large "golden" electric Allrounder and first premiere on the international stage. With the new machine Arburg provides low investment costs, short delivery times, high level of flexibility.
Primezone H1281/… with OPC UA interface
HASCO’s innovative range of Primezone H1281/… control units stands out with its exceptional control accuracy, its intuitive user interface, and its comprehensive diagnostic functions.
Successful work with Meusburger plates
With over 30 material grades stored on an area of 2.5 football fields and a high-percentage of in-house production, the best quality as well as process reliability and supply security are guaranteed.
Generation change at Sumitomo (SHI) Demag Management Board
After serving the injection moulding industry for 35 years Gerd Liebig announces that he is stepping down from the Management Board on 31 August, 2024.