More content from August 2025

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A hooded hacker at a computer.
Hackers exploit weak security, leaving plastics processors and suppliers vulnerable to ransomware and phishing attacks.
Aug. 21, 2025
FANUC
FANUC's adhesive dispensing system combines a cobot, metering system and vision software on a mobile cart.
It pairs a collaborative robot with an end-of-arm metering system and vision software.
Aug. 21, 2025
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OCS CON is focused on eliminating resin loss.
Hosted by Operation Clean Sweep and administered by the Plastics Industry Association and the American Chemistry Council, the event focuses on eliminating resin loss.
Aug. 20, 2025
Datacolor
The Spectro P spectrophotometer from Datacolor is lightweight and offers consistent, accurate color measurements.
The spectrophotometer from Datacolor is lightweight and offers consistent, accurate color measurements.
Aug. 20, 2025
Progressive Components
Progressive Components' Keyed Connect series reduces setup and connection errors.
Progressive Components' Keyed Connect series reduces setup and connection errors.
Aug. 19, 2025
Maya HTT
Simform software from Maya HTT has added compression mold simulation.
The cloud-based simulation software from Maya HTT now supports compression molding.
Aug. 18, 2025
Netstal
The upgraded Netstal PET-Line 4000 is energy efficient and can run up to 192 preforms per mold.
New functions improve energy efficiency and quality control, and help users accomplish tasks like mold changes.
Aug. 15, 2025
Hasco
This Hasco water fountain cools mold cores.
The stainless steel water fountain is appropriate for medical and clean-room applications.
Aug. 15, 2025
Roboze
The HT Pellet Extruder allows the Roboze Argo 1000 Hypermelt to process pellets.
The HT Pellet Extruder for the Argo 1000 Hypermelt allows manufacturing of large high-performance parts.
Aug. 13, 2025
Thermwood
The automatic tool changer is expandable to up to 12 positions on the 10-foot model.
The Max5 can create complex geometries, deep cavities and undercuts with tight tolerances.
Aug. 12, 2025
Kautex
The Grey line is the latest in the KEB series of extrusion blow molding machines, which debuted in 1968.
The KEB Grey line is flexible and energy efficient, and can process PCR.
Aug. 8, 2025
Reifenhäuser Group
The Centro-Freeze 2 from Kdesign, part of Reifenhäuser Group, cools film bubbles.
The secondary unit from Kdesign is more compact and increases throughput.
Aug. 7, 2025
Movacolor
The Drydose system was co-developed by Labotek and Movacolor.
Developed by Labotek and Movacolor, it is tailored for biomaterials and specialty plastics.
Aug. 6, 2025
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U.S. corporate tax forms, calculator and pen
Take advantage of deductions for equipment purchases, buildings, research and more.
Aug. 5, 2025
Gammaflux
The Gammaflux G25 hot-runner controller can control up to 192 zones.
The G25 can control up to 192 zones and measures temperature 20 times per second.
July 31, 2025
Denso
Denso's dual-arm controller allows two SCARA robots to work together.
The arms can perform different tasks simultaneously, or work together on heavy or long parts.
July 30, 2025
Kistler Group
Franziska Kunz, Kistler Group's head of global ESG and sustainability
The company also detailed other moves to reduce environmental impact.
July 22, 2025
Enercon
Mike McConnell
Mike McConnell has been promoted at the manufacturer of sealing and surface treatment technologies.
July 3, 2025
Brückner Group
From left, Axel von Wiedersperg, CEO of Brückner Group; Robin Schaede, CFO of Brückner Maschinenbau; and Angela Strigl, CFO of Brückner Group.
Robin Schaede replaces her as CFO of Brückner Maschinenbau GmbH.
July 2, 2025