February 2026

More content from February 2026

Hasco
Hasco's thermal insulating sheets are made from glass-fiber fabric and high-temperature resin.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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