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KraussMaffei
KraussMaffei's ZE-PC co-rotating twin-screw extruder is aimed at the petrochemical market.
Extrusion
Extruder makers showcase hardware, software at K 2025
March 27, 2026
KraussMaffei
A look down the barrel of KraussMaffei's ZE-PC co-rotating twin-screw extruder.
Extrusion
KraussMaffei debuts ZE-PC extruder for petrochemicals market
March 9, 2026
E-Z Lok
E-Z Fin threaded brass inserts, also known as Finserts, are now available in more sizes.
Product Innovations
E-Z Lok expands Finserts product line
March 6, 2026
Coperion
Coperion's ZSK 58 Mc 18 extruder.
Extrusion
Coperion introduces high-performance twin-screw extruders with smart features
March 5, 2026
Guill Tool
Guill's Unicam makes extrusion tooling changeovers and cleaning faster and easier.
Molds & Tooling
Guill Unicam crosshead enables quick changeovers
March 5, 2026
More content from February 2026
Hasco
Hasco's thermal insulating sheets are made from glass-fiber fabric and high-temperature resin.
Injection Molding
Insulating sheets come in more variations
Hasco's sheets cut energy loss and maintain mold temperature for quality control and reliability.
March 4, 2026
Zahoransky
Zahoransky's Z.Sonic Turn mold uses an integrated rotary unit to make part removal cycle-neutral.
Molds & Tooling
Z.Sonic Turn mold is fast, precise
The mold from Zahoransky is designed to make pen injectors for the GLP-1 weight-loss market.
March 3, 2026
Battenfeld-Cincinnati
Battenfeld-Cincinnati's BC 120-40 DVT extruder has two independent degassing areas along its processing unit.
Extrusion
Battenfeld-Cincinnati's latest extruders enhance efficiency and output
The DVT system has two independent degassing areas and a redesigned screw; the solEX NG 105 features an innovative internal water supply.
March 2, 2026
Intamsys
The Funmat Pro 310 Apollo printer from Intamsys is tailored for use with engineering resins like PEKK and PEEK.
Additive Manufacturing
Intamsys printer handles engineering resins
The Funmat Pro 310 Apollo is designed to produce complex parts quickly and accurately, and can run uninterrupted for up to a week.
March 2, 2026
Milacron
MosaicX, the latest version of Milacron's extrusion control.
Extrusion
Milacron updates Mosaic extrusion control system
MosaicX adds features, collects more data and has custom screen options.
Feb. 27, 2026
Munson
Munson's CIM-MS centrifugal impact mills can perform de-agglomerating, coarse or fine grinding.
Product Innovations
Munson mills grind friable materials
The CIM-MS centrifugal impact mills can perform de-agglomeration and coarse or fine grinding.
Feb. 27, 2026
MetalPrinting
The Gauss MT90 utilizes MetalPrinting's paste-based metal extrusion technology.
Molds & Tooling
Gauss MT90 prints mold components, inserts
The system from MetalPrinting uses a paste material, making it energy-efficient and safe.
Feb. 26, 2026
Brianna Blank for Shuman Plastics
Shuman Plastics used E4 to purge an injection molding machine of colored plastics, producing these piles of plastics, chronicling the process from the beginning, starting with a colorant and ending when that colorant was completely drained from the system.
Injection Molding
Purging compound rinses out high-heat resins
Molder using engineering materials turns to Dyna-Purge's new E4 compound to handle changeovers efficiently.
Feb. 25, 2026
Faro Creaform
The lightweight HandyScan Black Elite can be operated with one hand.
Product Innovations
HandyScan Black Elite is accurate, easy to use
The scanner from Faro Creaform can be used for quality control, inspection, reverse engineering and non-destructive testing
Feb. 25, 2026
Plastic Flow
The polyXtrue software offers insights into the performance of extrusion dies.
Molds & Tooling
PolyXtrue simulates extrusion die performance
New features include the ability to simulate complex coextrusion flows, specify multiple temperature zones and easily select materials.
Feb. 24, 2026
Moretto
The XC19 is the latest in Moretto's X Comb series of desiccant wheel dryers.
Product Innovations
Moretto adds new X Comb dryer model
The XC19, tailored for engineering resins, uses the company's OTX hopper technology for improved material flow.
Feb. 23, 2026
Rinco
Rinco's Micro-35 packaging actuator is fast and user-friendly.
Product Innovations
Rinco actuator creates continuous seals
The Micro-35 can be easily integrated into fin sealing and zipper crushing applications.
Feb. 20, 2026
HCL Technologies
CAMWorks now provides Swiss machining functionality.
Molds & Tooling
CAMWorks 2026 adds features
Support for Swiss machining is among improvements that save time, raise productivity and eliminate possible collisions.
Feb. 19, 2026
KraussMaffei
KraussMaffei's Chopped Fiber Processing technology is aimed at markets including automotive, aerospace and energy.
Injection Molding
KraussMaffei process doses glass fibers directly into injection molding machine
Chopped Fiber Processing uses a patented screw geometry that retains fibers' length and orients them for better dispersion.
Feb. 19, 2026
BCN3D
The second generation of BCN3D's Omega I60 printer has new features.
Additive Manufacturing
BCN3D adds features to Omega I60
The second generation of the FFF printer includes an integrated camera, a redesigned build plate and smart systems.
Feb. 18, 2026
PMM
Glenn Frohring works at the Parma, Ohio, facility of Absolute Haitian Inc., which he owns with two partners. The facility ships parts, including screws, barrels and automation equipment, to customers and offers training on injection molding machines and robots on site.
Injection Molding
Glenn Frohring keeps an ear on the plastics industry
The co-owner of Absolute Haitian talks about birds, rock 'n' roll, his career journey and what lies ahead.
Feb. 18, 2026
Engel
An Engel work cell utilizing Validation Assistant produced a complex medical cell-culture plate and cover at K 2025.
Injection Molding
Engel system streamlines validation for medical parts
Validation Assistant supports all validation phases, merging machine assistance, sensor technology and structured documentation.
Feb. 17, 2026
Collin Lab & Pilot Solutions
The Pilot Line, as shown on the K show floor, is a nine-layer flat film line that can be run by one operator.
Extrusion
Collin debuts film, tube solutions at K 2025
In addition to the Pilot Line and Medical Line, a third line demonstrated optical film inspection.
Feb. 17, 2026
Ampacet
Ampacet's ColorSave 1000X allows rapid purging of colorants.
Manufacturing
ColorSave 1000X ensures precise feeding
The Ampacet gravimetric feeder has self-cleaning technology and an upgraded vacuum loader.
Feb. 16, 2026
Kistler
Kislter's maXYmos Analyzer software helps engineers understand process behavior and optimize part quality.
Product Innovations
Kistler software analyzes data curves
MaXYmos Analyzer helps engineers understand process behavior and optimize part quality.
Feb. 13, 2026
Husky Technologies
Husky's HyPET NX6 injection molding machine for preforms
Injection Molding
HyPET NX6 molds preforms efficiently
Husky's mid-volume injection molding machine integrates smart features to enhance production.
Feb. 13, 2026
Kennametal
Kennametal's Top Notch metalworking tools have a gold-colored coating that helps indicate wear.
Molds & Tooling
Kennametal tools add carbide grades
Top Notch tools are wear-and impact-resistant for long life and high cutting speeds.
Feb. 12, 2026
Erema
PredictOn:Plastification uses ultrasonic sensors to monitor the extruder screws on Erema recycling systems.
Recycling
PredictOn:Plastification monitors extruder screws
The module uses ultrasonic sensors to detect changes in the plasticizing unit on Erema's recycling systems.
Feb. 11, 2026
Mokon
Mokon's portable chillers now employ environmentally friendly refrigerant.
Product Innovations
Mokon debuts low-GWP chillers
The refrigerants in the portable chillers meet standards for environmental friendliness.
Feb. 10, 2026
Reifenhäuser
Reifenhäuser's Evo Gen3 blown film line is 30 percent faster than its predecessor.
Extrusion
Reifenhäuser debuts new lines, chatbot at K 2025
Highlights included Everex for flat film, Evo Gen3 for blown film and three smart products collectively called Reifenhäuser NEXT.
Feb. 10, 2026
Wittmann
The W9VS2 SCARA robot, part of Wittmann's MicroPower 15/10 complete injection molding cell, now utilizes the more advanced R9 control system.
Injection Molding
MicroPower 15/10 injection molding cell gets new robot
Wittmann's W9VS2 SCARA robot, tailored for the machine, uses the R9 control system for better integration and improved capabilities.
Feb. 9, 2026
PMM
Alpek's PET recycling facility in Reading, Pa., pictured here in 2023, is closing in March.
Recycling
Recyclers’ troubles are not getting better: Talking Points
A lack of government support and few economic incentives are breaking an essential link in the sustainability chain.
Feb. 6, 2026
Globeius
Tecnocanto's vacuum pyrolysis ovens clean plastic from tooling and screws, turning it into char and harmless vapor.
Product Innovations
Ovens clean plastic from tooling, screws
The ovens from Tecnocanto use vacuum pyrolysis for safe and environmentally friendly cleaning.
Feb. 6, 2026
Stratasys
The Stratasys Fortus 450mc 3D printer.
Additive Manufacturing
Stratasys upgrades Fortus 450mc printer
New features include hardened components and faster build capabilities for the additive manufacturing workhorse.
Feb. 5, 2026
Reifenhäuser
Reifenhäuser.Next modules aggregate and analyze data on the shop floor, and offer operators real-time assistance with an AI chatbot.
Extrusion
Reifenhäuser.Next assists extruder operators
The modules analyze data, provide AI-powered real-time support and help with employee training.
Feb. 2, 2026
Faro Creaform
Combined logo for Faro Creaform
Manufacturing
Faro and Creaform combine, creating 2 new business units
The metrology segment will be known as Faro Creaform; Faro Insight will focus on reality capture.
Jan. 26, 2026
LS Mtron
Paul Caprio has been promoted to president of LS Mtron Injection Molding Machine.
Injection Molding
Paul Caprio named president of LS Mtron
A veteran of KraussMaffei and Engel, he came out of retirement to join LS Mtron as president of sales in 2023.
Jan. 22, 2026
PTi
Ryan Leopold has been promoted to VP of operations for PTi.
Extrusion
PTi names Ryan Leopold VP of operations
He has served in multiple roles across the company, most recently as VP of manufacturing.
Jan. 20, 2026
CMG
CMG Granulators has expanded and added a technical center at its headquarters in Italy.
Recycling
CMG Granulators expands its headquarters in Italy
A new technical center allows customers to conduct trials on processing and reuse methods.
Jan. 16, 2026
Hasco
Markus Büngers is the new CEO of Hasco.
Molds & Tooling
Hasco promotes Markus Büngers to CEO
He previously served as EVP for finance and administration for the maker of mold and tool components.
Jan. 13, 2026
Netstal
Kevin Green has been named president of Netstal for the Americas.
Injection Molding
Netstal appoints Kevin Green as president, Americas
He brings experience in packaging, materials, capital equipment and artificial intelligence.
Jan. 12, 2026
LS Mtron
John Wiley has been promoted to VP of operations for LS Mtron.
Injection Molding
LS Mtron promotes John Wiley to VP of operations
He has 30 years of plastics industry experience and previously served as the company’s director of customer service.
Jan. 5, 2026
Corotec Corp.
Elik Dvorkin has been named president of Corotec Corp.
Manufacturing
Corotec appoints Elik Dvorkin as president
He joins the corona and plasma surface treatment specialist from Thermatool, another member of the Inductotherm Group.
Jan. 5, 2026