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    Reifenhäuser
    Reifenhäuser's Evo Gen3 blown film line is 30 percent faster than its predecessor.
    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.
    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.
    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.
    The ovens from Tecnocanto use vacuum pyrolysis for safe and environmentally friendly cleaning.
    Feb. 6, 2026
    Stratasys
    The Stratasys Fortus 450mc 3D 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.
    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
    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.
    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.
    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.
    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.
    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.
    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.
    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.
    He joins the corona and plasma surface treatment specialist from Thermatool, another member of the Inductotherm Group.
    Jan. 5, 2026