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Injection Molding

KraussMaffei's process coats injection molded parts with polyurethane, replacing paint.
Oct. 2, 2026
The hot runner controllers have multiple upgrades for space savings and easier operation.
Sept. 28, 2026
The budget-friendly Trend will be highlighted, along with advanced production solutions.
Sept. 24, 2026
The AI-powered chatbot can now communicate with the Inject 4.0 platform to make approved changes to production processes.
Sept. 23, 2026

PMM Insight

Ear on Processing

Extrusion

The eddyNCDT 3020 measures electrically conductive targets in high-temperature environments.
Oct. 1, 2026
The company cites electricity savings, tax incentives and state programs among the factors behind its investments.
Sept. 28, 2026
The Servo MiniCutter System is ideal for medical applications and for small tubes and profiles.
Sept. 24, 2026
It can withstand extreme heat, abrasion and mechanical stress in plastics processing environments such as extrusion or injection molding.
Sept. 17, 2026

Blow Molding

PLASTICS' annual Size and Impact Report says the industry is outpacing the broader manufacturing market, even amid economic uncertainty.
Sept. 16, 2026
The largest plastics trade show in the Americas expects to draw more than 51,000 attendees and 2,200 exhibitors May 3-7, 2027.
Sept. 14, 2026

Recycling

The SMGL3-Plus runs at low speeds for a more uniform pellet, reduced noise and fines.
Sept. 21, 2026
Maag's gear pump reduces thermal stress and prevents material from accumulating inside.
Sept. 16, 2026
Wittmann's vacuum loader is now available in a larger model, the 300, with two variants.
Sept. 14, 2026
Mike Gaulden will manage service routes in the Southeast.
Sept. 10, 2026

Product Innovations

The bars on AFC's unloaders help keep operators safe in case of an overload or accident.
Oct. 5, 2026
Vision Engineering's intelligent software streamlines quality control analysis and documentation.
Sept. 30, 2026
New control platform adds versatility; automatic tool changer, pellet extruder head and tilted print-head system are coming soon.
Sept. 25, 2026
Elmet's system uses data to balance cavities and optimize nozzle pin positions.
Sept. 22, 2026

Manufacturing

The AX6 is designed for easy programming and an ISO Class 5 rating for operation in controlled environments.
Sept. 22, 2026
PLASTICS' event aims to bring together all participants in the U.S. plastics supply chain.
Sept. 21, 2026
The company says it will shorten the supply chain for its injection molding machines for the European and American markets.
Sept. 16, 2026
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Sept. 16, 2026

Learning Resources

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Download the report on our seventh annual survey and learn what experts had to say about the outlook for 2026
Feb. 24, 2026
A Plastics Machinery & Manufacturing-hosted webinar sponsored by Universal Robots
Sept. 26, 2023
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Dec. 15, 2022
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Molding Pioneers Talk About Best Practices and What it Takes to Break into this Growing Segment
July 27, 2021