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Focus on sustainability and efficiency: one of Europe's largest photovoltaic plants goes into operation
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The Wittmann Group at the Swiss Plastics Expo in Lucerne
Wittmann with high-tech injection molding technology and ultra-modern auxiliaries at the Swiss Plastics Expo
Arburg Swiss Plastics Expo: sustainable and digital
Digital: Gestica “FillAssist” feature and “arburgXworld” customer portal
The world's 3rd biggest plastics fair opened its doors in Tüyap
Plast Eurasia Istanbul, the platform where the latest technology machinery and products are exhibited, opened its doors for the 31st time.
Additive manufacturing is shaping the future of industrial manufacturing
For four days, Formnext 2022 turned host city Frankfurt into the global capital of industrial 3D printing.
Successful start to Formnext 2022: growth, world premieres and a huge variety of topics
A very high level of visitor interest, an abundance of world premieres and a variety of modern technologies, applications and materials: Formnext 2022 will be presenting the elite of the additive manufacturing world in Frankfurt until 18 November.
Bronze medal awarded to Sumitomo (SHI) Demag for sustainability achievements
Software platform EcoVadis evaluates labour and human rights, environment, sustainable procurement, carbon management and ethics.
K 2022 – a complete success for the Wittmann Group
Under the motto “It’s all Wittmann”, the Wittmann Group showed at this year’s K fair its novelties in the areas of injection molding machines and process technologies, as well as robots and auxiliary appliances
Chinaplas 2023 online pre-registration is now open!
Get ready for visiting Asia’s No. 1 Plastics and Rubber Trade Fair
Closer to the market, closer to the customer
Sumitomo (SHI) Demag expands cross-company product management with industry expert appointments.
New viper 4 small robot with innovative low-voltage technology
Engel extends its series of linear robots for K 2022 with the new viper 4
Ambitious: biggest Allrounder produces toolbox in Arburg design
The literally "biggest" application highlight from Arburg at the K 2022 is the production of an interesting premium toolbox in Arburg design.
ICE Flex becomes Wittmann Digital
Effective 25 July 2022, the Wittmann Group increased its company share in ICE Flex Srl and the company’s name has been changed to Wittmann Digital Srl.
New viper 4 small robot with innovative low-voltage technology
Engel extends its series of linear robots for K 2022 with the new viper 4
ABB wins Red Dot award for FlexPacker industrial Delta robot
ABB’s IRB 390 FlexPacker industrial Delta robot designed for ultra-fast packing has been chosen for the Red Dot Product Design Award.
Lindner’s new plant delivers on automation, robotics and flow manufacturing
Only one year after the topping-out ceremony, the move into the new offices and the modern, 14,000 m² production area was completed in July this year.
The Italians at K
Almost 400 Italian companies in the plastics and rubber sector registered for the upcoming edition of K, taking place in Düsseldorf on 19-26 October 2022.
Continuing the all-electric injection moulding machinery success story
At the K-Preview, Dr. Thorsten Thümen, Senior Director Technology, revealed the ongoing strategic focus and new products coming from Sumitomo (SHI) Demag.
Campetella Robotic Center at the Engel Packaging Day
Campetella Robotic Center at the Engel Packaging Day. Sustainable automation for your industry.
New Fanuc 35 kg payload cobot offers faster installation and more flexibility
The latest iteration of the world’s strongest collaborative robot (cobot) - the Fanuc CR-35iB - has received a makeover to shorten installation times and improve portability, while the unit’s overall mass is significantly (62%) lighter.
Intelligent processes for improved efficiency and sustainability
Digitalisation and sustainability hand in hand - at Plastpol 2022 from 24 to 27 May in Kielce, Poland, Engel is presenting smart exhibits in Hall F (Stands 3 and 4) to show how important the automation and digitalisation of injection moulding processes are.
Sumitomo (SHI) Demag Czech branch marks one year anniversary
Successful subsidiary reflects on a successful first year with launch of a new technical training facility, networked service solution to optimise machine uptime and unveils its automation roll out plans.
Wittmann Battenfeld at the Plastpol in Kielce
Wittmann Battenfeld with sustainable high-tech products at the Plastpol
Engel at JEC World 2022 in Paris
JEC World 2022 from 3 to 5 May in Paris, France, showcases the entire value chain of the composites industry. One important step in this chain is the shaping of thermoplastic fibre-composite preforms.
ABB publishes Sustainability Report 2021
ABB has released its Sustainability Report 2021, outlining the achievements of the company under the four pillars of its ambitious 2030 sustainability strategy.
Automation specialist TMA to become a member of the Engel Group
Injection moulding machine manufacturer Engel Austria has acquired the majority interest in TMA Automation in Gdynia, Poland. This strategic investment sees Engel reinforce its leading position in the field of injection moulding process automation.
FANUC expands line of CRX Collaborative Robots
Global automation leader now offers 11 cobot model variations
Digitalization offers us new ways to differentiate ourselves that never existed before
Nadine Despineux, Vice President Digital and Service Solutions at KraussMaffei, in interview with Plast Echo, talked about the opportunities and solutions available to make use of the advantages of Industry 4.0.
Lucrative early start - the "synchronous motion" of KraussMaffei Automation
Gripper starts at the same time as the injection molding process. Demolding time up to 35 percent lower, cycle time up to 6 percent faster. Synchronous motion with the ejector means less need for pneumatic systems.
Fanuc brings automated CNC milling to education market
Schools, colleges, universities, independent training centres and OEM training facilities can all benefit from a new Fanuc educational package that combines the company’s machine tool and collaborative robot technologies.
SAM-C robots pulls in the crowds
Fakuma robot release pulls in the crowds. Sumitomo (SHI) Demag’s launch of SAM-C robots instantly attracts positive customer feedback and sales
The new generation of KraussMaffei LRX linear robots
The new generation of KraussMaffei LRX linear robots grows with your requirements. Three key benefits for plastics processors are the wide selection of axis lengths and wrist axes, optimal integration of peripherals and great flexibility in complex, challenging injection molding processes
Campetella - best Fakuma exhibition ever
Speaking at the October 2021 Fakuma Marco Marconi, Sales Area Manager at Campetella Robotic Center srl, an industrial robot producer and automation solutions provider headquartered in Montecassiano, Italy, said “it was the most successful ever Fakuma fair”.
New OnRobot Area Sales Manager in Poland and the Baltics
OnRobot has appointed Wojciech Kuchno as the Area Sales Manager for Poland and the Baltics. Wojciech Kuchno will be responsible for developing the partner network, cooperating with clients and building awareness.
Fanuc to supply Ford plant in Cologne with 500 robots
Automation and robotics specialist Fanuc has received another major order in the field of e-mobility. Scheduled for delivery in 2022, the company will supply Ford’s Cologne plant with around 500 robots to assist in the construction of electric car bodies.