More content from June 2026

Sacmi
The Gilda-AI chatbot allows operators to easily interact with Sacmi's vision systems.
Gilda-AI allows operators to easily interact with their vision systems.
June 9, 2026
Vecoplan
The Vecoplan Smart Center (VSC) digital platform, which networks machines and processes, has added a module that monitors vibration and prevents damage.
Vecoplan Intelligent Detect recognizes different materials, creates threshold values and can shut the machine down if they are exceeded.
June 9, 2026
Stratasys
The Stratasys Polyjet J850 Core prints parts with smooth surfaces and fine details.
The 3D printer can use multiple materials to produce parts with smooth surfaces and fine details.
June 8, 2026
Coperion
Coperion's recycling system for rPET.
The recycling line is highly customizable to meet customer needs.
June 5, 2026
Weima
Weima's W5.22 is designed for hard plastics, films and tear-resistant fibers.
The W5.22 is designed for large start-up lumps, hollow bins and other voluminous parts.
June 3, 2026
Branson
Branson's Polaris welding system has added two new actuators to expand its performance capabilities.
The Core and Advanced actuators extend the platform's performance to fully automated production.
June 3, 2026
Movacolor
This blender from Movacolor is tailored for demanding extrusion applications.
The MCS Continuous Loss-in-Weight system monitors hopper capacity and target material level.
June 2, 2026
Okuma
Okuma's High-pressure Coolant System is designed to be robust and compact.
It enhances productivity and provides optimal chip evacuation and improved surface finishes.
June 1, 2026
Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS)
A panel at FlexForum 2026 featured, from left, Patrick Krieger and Kurt Kurzawa from PLASTICS, Anne-Marie Shough of ExxonMobil and Ryan Hatch of 1800-GOTJUNK.
Attendees learned about recycling infrastructure, trade and policy developments, AI in manufacturing and more.
May 29, 2026
Rotogran
Rotogran's WO-2260-XHB Severe Duty Granulator is designed for under-shredder applications.
The WO-2260-XHD is designed for extended life in under-shredder applications.
May 28, 2026
Hasco
Hasco's multi-coupling systems now come with colored base plates for better process reliability.
Colored versions of base plates are now available, and the systems can handle higher temperatures.
May 27, 2026
Thermal Care
Advance Technology Systems' Bud Carter, Alex Bowden, Brian Spell and Sherri Stubbs (left to right).
ATS will serve the southeast U.S. for the maker of cooling technologies.
May 26, 2026
Epson
The Epson LS50C SCARA robot.
The LS50C comes in multiple configurations and is fast and highly precise.
May 26, 2026
Rapid Granulator
Jon Smalling has been named head of sales for Rapid Granulator in North America.
He brings plastics and industrial equipment expertise from companies including Conveyors & Drives and Sepro America.
May 21, 2026
NPE2027 logo with dates
The combination of the two marquee events follows the merger of PLASTICS and SPE.
May 18, 2026
Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS)
Injection molding and extrusion equipment trends 2024-2026
Tariffs likely played a role as businesses adjusted contracts to reflect higher costs, according to PLASTICS report.
May 15, 2026
Davis-Standard
Christian Renners (left) is the new president of the Davis-Standard Business Unit, and Scott LeBrun is VP of sales and marketing.
Scott LeBrun also joins the extruder manufacturer as VP of sales and marketing.
May 14, 2026
Windmoeller & Hoelscher
Windmoeller & Hoelscher's recently completed expansion adds warehouse and office space.
The packaging machinery manufacturer added warehouse capacity and office space as staff and sales have grown.
May 13, 2026
Next Generation Group
The Next Generation Group has named Bernhard Bohusch managing director.
The company manufactures advanced recycling solutions.
May 7, 2026
Engel Group
Stefan Engleder is CEO of the Engel Group.
The company is seeing growth in demand for its technologically advanced applications.
May 6, 2026
Maxcess
Maxcess has named Kevin Clunie as global VP of product strategy and development.
Kevin Clunie will lead product strategy and management, marketing and R&D for the provider of web handling solutions.
May 4, 2026
Lindner Recyclingtech
Marcel Willberg (right) and Georg Krenn (left) now jointly manage Lindner Washtech.
He will serve alongside Georg Krenn at the manufacturer of washing systems for plastics recycling.
April 27, 2026
PCS Co.
Tom Van Pernis of Ferris State University’s plastics engineering technology program at an injection molding machine.
The mold base and components will help students develop skills with different resins and variables.
April 27, 2026
ALPS
The FlexPitch Solo Moving-Head leak testing system from ALPS handles complex container shapes.
The FlexPitch Solo Moving-Head system is adaptable to varying designs and easy to mount to existing conveyor lines.
April 27, 2026