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At Pack Expo International 2026, Sidel will present the compact RoboAccess_Pal S palletising system and solutions for blow moulding, aseptic production, pasteurisation and digital optimisation of packaging lines.
Arburg will exhibit an electric Allrounder 1800 e Trend and a hybrid Allrounder 470 H at Plast Eurasia 2026. The machines will produce silicone cartridge components and polycarbonate oven knobs.
At Fakuma 2026, Arburg will demonstrate automated production of a wireless key cover from PC/ABS recyclate on the vertical Allrounder 475 V. The application combines In-Mould Decoration, robotic handling and component data for recycling.
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.
At Fakuma 2026, Arburg will present a turnkey cell based on an Allrounder More 2000. The system produces 32 two-coloured ABS dominoes per cycle and automates box preparation, assembly and output of complete game sets.
Universal Robots unveiled its Gen 7 robotic platform at IMTS, redesigned for industrial automation and physical AI. The system includes new g-Series arms, the CB7 Core controller, the PolyScope X environment and new operator panels.
Arburg will present two automated electric Allrounder Trend injection moulding machines at Plastimagen 2026. The company will also demonstrate its ALS, arburgXworld and Arburg Remote Service digital solutions.
At Fakuma 2026, the Wittmann Group will present a new version of its AIM4Help interactive assistant. The system supporting the operation of injection moulding machines, robots and peripheral equipment will accept written and spoken questions.
Sidel has introduced the Cermex RoboSelex system for collating and arranging bottles ahead of case packing. It handles up to 320 products per minute, including lightweight, asymmetric, tapered and narrow-base bottles.
Arburg will demonstrate sprue-free production of 0.002-gram POM microfilters at Fakuma 2026. The cell combines an electric Allrounder 270 A, a micro injection module and a Multilift Select 4 robot.
Negri Bossi will exhibit two full-electric injection molding applications at Fakuma 2026 in Friedrichshafen. The demonstrations, prepared with Nissei Plastic, Sytrama and technology partners, target food-grade LSR molding and medical packaging production.
Wittmann Group will present a production cell for stackable planters made from recycled polypropylene at Fakuma 2026. The live application combines Cellmould foam injection molding, inline thermography and compact automation.
Arburg will show electric Allrounder Trend injection moulding machines at Fakuma 2026. The exhibits will demonstrate automated production of automotive connector components and LSR closures with Multilift Select robotic systems.
igus has developed the i.Sense TR.P sensor for monitoring tensile forces in triflex robotic cable carrier systems. The solution is intended to support detection of critical loads and reduce the risk of unplanned downtime.
Arburg will present its electric Allrounder Trend standard machines in the Czech Republic for the first time at MSV 2026 in Brno. The exhibit will include an Allrounder 1000 e Trend with a Multilift 4 linear robot system.
Teradyne Robotics A/S has initiated proceedings before the Unified Patent Court in Copenhagen against the German subsidiary of the Chinese company JAKA. The case concerns alleged infringement of patents related to hardware and software for collaborative robots.
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.
At PPMA 2026, Sidel will present a single-contractor approach to the design, integration and servicing of packaging lines. The company will focus on operational efficiency, flexibility and end-of-line solutions.
At Fakuma 2026, Wintec will demonstrate a t-win 6500 two-platen injection moulding machine producing coat hangers for Leifheit in a live production cell. The exhibit combines a 4+4-cavity family mould, a linear robot and polypropylene copolymer processing.
Fanuc will present all-electric injection moulding, robotics, artificial intelligence and digital manufacturing solutions at Fakuma 2026, with live demonstrations focused on productivity, quality and connected production.
Dr. Boy GmbH & Co. KG will present seven exhibits in the new design at Fakuma 2026. The display will include electromechanical and servo-hydraulic injection moulding machines, automation solutions and micro-injection moulding applications.
SEM Biotech has established an automated ISO Class 8 production platform for Vacusem vacuum blood collection tubes, with annual capacity of 500 million units. The investment is based on an integrated system supplied with Husky Technologies and Schöttli mold technology.
Nineteen young engineers from ten countries completed Sidel’s three-week Nextgen Innovation Lab programme. Participants worked on challenges in packaging, sustainability, automation and artificial intelligence.
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.
Targi w Krakowie has announced a series of industrial events to be held at EXPO Kraków in autumn 2026. The promotional campaign highlights the combination of technology, industry and relationships between market participants.
At Fispal Tecnologia 2026 in São Paulo, Sidel will present packaging line solutions covering PET and rPET packaging, palletising and digital tools for production optimisation.
3DForce implemented a 6-axis Dobot CR10A cobot, purchased via the RBTX platform with igus support, to automate the installation of O-rings on fittings. The workstation was also equipped with a vision system, increasing process autonomy and repeatability.
TMA Automation, part of the ENGEL Group, has launched a new facility in Gdańsk, directly adjacent to the airport. The investment includes a 1,500 sq m production hall and 800 sq m of office space, and is intended to enable the company to deliver larger automation projects, further develop its engineering capabilities and expand into foreign markets.
At Kuteno 2026, Wittmann will present the compact FlexCell plus automation cell and the S-Max granulator for in-line recycling. Both solutions are intended to support savings in space, material, energy and time in injection molding processing.
Krones has introduced the Robobox SynFlow system, which uses delta robots to distribute containers upstream of the packer. The solution is designed to stabilise lane feeding, reduce manual interventions and lower the line footprint.
At FIP 2026 in Lyon, the Wittmann Group will present live three series of all-electric injection molding machines, including the EcoPrimus, premiering on the French market. The booth will also feature complete automated production cells as well as selected robots and auxiliary equipment.
At this year's Plastpol trade fair, Sumitomo (SHI) Demag Polska will present at stand 16 in hall 6 a solution that sets new standards in modern manufacturing for the medical sector.
Omron and Dassault Systèmes have announced a collaboration aimed at integrating virtual and physical environments in manufacturing through IT/OT convergence. The partnership combines Dassault Systèmes’ 3D solution with Omron’s Sysmac automation platform.
At Chinaplas 2026 in Shanghai, Arburg presented the Asian premiere of its all-electric Allrounder Trend injection moulding machines featuring the new Gestica lite control system. The booth also showcased automated production cells and solutions for digitalisation and the smart factory.
At Hannover Messe (20–24 April 2026), Dassault Systèmes will present applications of industrial AI, virtual twins and virtual assistants in automation. At booth H74 (Hall 14), the company will showcase solutions for designing and optimizing production systems in a virtual environment.
igus is developing the RBTX platform into a service hub for automation and is presenting new solutions in mobile and humanoid robotics. New developments include the autonomous ReBeL Pallet Mover, new humanoids on RBTX.com, and AI-based control systems under development.