Plast 2029 scheduled for 15–18 May in Milan
The 21st Plast exhibition will take place on 15–18 May 2029 at Fiera Milano in Rho. The event will cover plastics and rubber processing machinery, raw materials and technological developments.
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Symas and Maintenance: process safety in practice
The 17th Symas and Maintenance trade fairs in Krakow will feature dust explosion demonstrations, presentations of explosion protection systems and a conference devoted to industrial safety.
Linbrunner adopts Cannon's e-Forming machine
Linbrunner has installed an electric e-Forming twin-sheet thermoforming machine. Cannon's system provides a clamping force of 600 kN and a forming area of 2750 × 2200 × 600 mm while standing 4.8 m high.
ENGEL at Fakuma 2026: artificial intelligence, precision and live large-scale production
From 12 to 16 October 2026, ENGEL will present five demonstration stations featuring live production processes at Fakuma in Friedrichshafen. The exhibits in Hall A5, Booth 5203, will show how plastics processing efficiency, quality and cost-effectiveness can be systematically improved—from AI-assisted natural-language machine interaction and precision liquid silicone processing to fully automated mass production.
Rajoo Bausano and Lexus Polymers mark 15 years
Rajoo Bausano is marking 15 years of cooperation with Lexus Polymers. The relationship began with the installation of a CPVC pipe extrusion plant, making Lexus Polymers the machinery supplier’s first customer.
Plast Eurasia prepares for its 35th edition
Plast Eurasia will return to Istanbul on 2–5 December 2026, bringing together plastics machinery, raw materials and production technologies. Around three months before opening, 90% of the exhibition space has been sold.
Lindner introduces Urraco ECO mobile shredder
Lindner has expanded its mobile twin-shaft shredder range with the Urraco ECO. The machine is intended for pre-shredding and volume reduction of waste wood, green waste and commercial waste.
Barmag automates maintenance in spinning plants
Barmag has introduced three retrofit solutions for automating maintenance in chemical fibre spinning plants. The systems address spinneret cleaning, knife sharpening and spinning package replacement.
Stadler opens new recycling Test Center in Altshausen
Stadler inaugurated a 2,160 m² Test Center during its 2026 Summit in Altshausen. The facility will support trials, prototype development, process optimization, customer validation and training under realistic operating conditions.
CLF launches Taiwan’s first 5,000-ton injection machine
Chuan Lih Fa Machinery Works has introduced the CLF 5000TPII, Taiwan’s first two-platen injection moulding machine with a clamping force of 5,000 tonnes. The launch coincides with the manufacturer’s 60th anniversary.
eurolaser to show automated plastics cutting at Fakuma
eurolaser will demonstrate automated cutting processes for industrial plastics applications at Fakuma 2026. Its modular systems combine configurable working areas, laser power, routing options and automation.
Wittmann to debut WX253 linear robot at Fakuma 2026
Wittmann will present its R9 robot controller and debut the WX253 linear robot at Fakuma 2026. The exhibits focus on flexible cell integration, ease of programming, compact design and maintenance access.
Plast Eurasia prepares its 35th edition in Istanbul
Plast Eurasia will hold its 35th edition on 2–5 December 2026 at the TÜYAP Fair and Congress Center in Istanbul. The fair will cover plastics machinery, raw materials, moulds and equipment, automation and cooling systems.
Cold Jet launches TEC1200 thermally enhanced cleaning system
After seven years of development, Cold Jet has created a product intended to change how the capabilities of dry ice cleaning are perceived.
Billion and Engel enter strategic partnership
Billion SAS and Engel have agreed a strategic partnership covering service continuity for existing Billion machines and recommended supply of new injection moulding equipment. Billion will remain independent and continue as the main service contact for its installed base.
KraussMaffei expands LRXplus automation range
KraussMaffei has introduced the LRXplus Twin, a multiple kinematic linear robot for demanding automation tasks in injection molding. The system is available in Twin X and Twin Z variants with load capacities from 35 to 100 kg.
Coperion to show new bulk handling systems at Powtech
At Powtech 2026, Coperion will present two new developments for bulk material conveying and component cleaning, the AutoAccess automated extraction system for rotary valves and the WFV diverter valve.
Imago starts series production of Vision Box AGE-X6
Imago Technologies has started series production of the Vision Box AGE-X6, a fanless industrial PC for classical and AI-based machine vision. The platform is designed for machine builders and system integrators requiring scalable computing performance.
Ren Xinting to lead KraussMaffei Extrusion
Ren Xinting will become Managing Director of KraussMaffei Extrusion on September 1, 2026, while continuing as Managing Director of KraussMaffei China. He will succeed Ralf Benack, who will step down at his own request.
Evosys to present laser welding systems at Fakuma 2026
Evosys Laser GmbH will present new machine generations, process modules and measurement methods for laser plastic welding at Fakuma 2026. The company will also run live demonstrations of through-beam welding and the Evo2Step process.
Evosys establishes Attosys Laser subsidiary
Evosys Laser has founded Attosys Laser GmbH in Erlangen to expand its portfolio of laser-based manufacturing processes. The subsidiary focuses on glass processing, material joining and precision machining for demanding applications.
Maag presents gear pump for rigid PVC extrusion
Maag Group has developed the extrex⁶ EC gear pump for continuous conveying of rigid PVC in extrusion. The system has been tested with Rehau and is intended to improve process stability, recycled PVC processing and extruder efficiency.
Enma presents modular recycling equipment at Fakuma 2026
Enma is presenting a modular single-shaft crusher and a combined granulator solution at Fakuma 2026. The equipment is designed to improve efficiency, reduce space requirements and support flexible plastic recycling operations.
Sikora and Jiangxi Cable are supporting the modernisation of the production line
Jiangxi Cable is using Sikora X-RAY 8000 Advanced and X-RAY 8700 NXT systems on two new VCV lines for 500 kV extra-high voltage cables. The equipment supports in-line measurement and control of wall thickness, eccentricity and diameter.
Plastika Kosovo restarts with Lindner washing line
After a fire halted recycling operations in 2024, Plastika Kosovo has resumed production with a new Lindner Washtech washing line. The plant is designed to double recycling capacity and handle a wider range of input materials.
Wittmann to show updated Drymax basic 120 at Fakuma
At Fakuma 2026, Wittmann will present the Drymax basic 120 mobile dry-air dryer with a new 3.5-inch TFT LCD color display. The update is intended to simplify operation and improve process reliability in drying applications.
Reifenhäuser North America expands U.S. team
Reifenhäuser North America has added six specialists in sales, service and customer care. The company is strengthening local support for extrusion and injection molding customers in the United States and Canada.
Barmag adds type 6020 ceramic oiler for PA yarns
Barmag has introduced the type 6020 ceramic oiler for PA6 and PA6.6 yarn processing. The unit is designed for low-titer applications from 5 to 100 denier and is also offered as a retrofit solution.
Arburg to acquire Stork IMM
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.
MAAG Group to acquire Cloeren Incorporated
MAAG Group has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Cloeren Incorporated, a US-based manufacturer of extrusion slot dies and feedblocks. The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter, subject to customary closing conditions.
Arburg to present Allrounder Trend at TaipeiPlas 2026
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.
New screw for premium cosmetic packaging
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 expands its range of ejectors
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.
Hennecke to showcase PUR foam lines at Feiplar + Feipur
Hennecke PUR Solutions will present continuous PUR slabstock foam production lines at Feiplar + Feipur in São Paulo. The company will showcase the Jflex Evo and Smartflex Evo systems, as well as the 360°Retrofit modernization program for existing installations.
Arburg open days with the Allrounder Trend presentation
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.
Wittmann to present three applications at Fakuma 2026
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.