January 2026

New thermoform.ai platform allows companies to document, share veterans' knowledge, enhance training.

The stainless steel pins are available in inch and metric sizes and meet tight tolerances.

Frigel's new technology automatically adjusts water temperatures to shorten cycle times and save energy.

The Exair pneumatic vacuum is suitable for cleaning up chips from metal or plastics processes.

The sensor technology for Arburg's Gestica control system optimizes preventive measures and maintenance planning.

Zimmermann's Zim Rack can hold a variety of tools and minimizes wear.

Automotive molder realizes quick return on investment after adding automation to secondary operations.

The WSB 280MP enables quick material changes and eliminates the need for multiple feeders.

Now an executive VP, he looks forward to amplifying the industry's voice, continuing to offer members technical expertise.

The machines are highly precise and stable, and are ideal for clean rooms.

The SLA 825 Dual has two synchronous lasers for production-scale stereolithographic manufacturing.

The platform showcases the essential role of plastics in our sustainable, innovative future.

Robots, smart factory technology and AI are being deployed to make machinery easier to operate, with fewer people.

The Hylectric6 boosts performance, energy efficiency and throughput.

They use infrared technology to heat material from the inside out for faster but gentler drying.

Tariffs and economic instability are shaking up equipment purchases and end markets, but many see reasons for hope.

PMM’s annual survey shows strong interest in buying new equipment, but tariffs and other economic issues are causing concern.

The Sesotec system uses two cameras to evaluate free-falling flakes, even opaque materials.

The ProfilControl 7 XLine has smart assistance features and is especially suited for quality control of window profiles.

Individual axes can be changed to meet new application requirements, and energy efficiency is improved.

Workforce development, economic stabilization among the top needs as 2026 begins.

Automated Linear Motion Stage technology is appropriate for catheters, tubing and R&D applications, among others.

The vibrating probes from BinMaster now have a new mounting option.

The CAD/CAM system simplifies programming of complex parts and processes.

The move comes as South Korean company continues aggressive expansion plan, with goal of establishing a 20 percent market share in North America.

Hennecke specializes in technologies for processing polyurethane.

Alex Li will become CEO as Chi Zhang returns to role of chairman of the supervisory board.

The facility in Wixom, Mich., will also serve as a training center and service hub, with potential to manufacture MiR AMRs in the future.

The company’s equipment serves industries including plastic film and nonwoven production.

Firaz Sharaf comes from Sepro Group and will be based in Montreal.