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Hacker in a hoodie works on a computer.
Manufacturing
Smart technology increases cybersecurity risks for manufacturers
Sept. 16, 2026
Omega Tool Corp.
This 4,500-ton KraussMaffei ColorForm injection molding machine makes PUR-coated automotive parts at Omega Tool Corp.
Injection Molding
Mold maker diversifies with KraussMaffei in-mold coating process
Sept. 15, 2026
Reifenhäuser
Reifenhäuser NEXT includes three modules, including an AI-powered chatbot.
Manufacturing
Plastics machinery makers develop more smart and AI-driven technology
Sept. 14, 2026
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A smartphone shows various parts of an injection molding machine to a user.
Manufacturing
Have smart factory technologies reached the tipping point for plastics processors?
Sept. 8, 2026
Anton Paar
The Brabender TwinLab B-TSE-S 30/40 co-rotating twin-screw extruder includes Anton Paar’s MetaBridge software for full process visibility and control.
Extrusion
Twin-screw lab extruder is precise, consistent
Sept. 2, 2026
More content from September 2026
Faro Creaform
Man uses a handheld scanner to examine a large part.
Product Innovations
Faro Creaform scanner is fast and accurate
The MetraScan Black2 can perform three types of scans and its portability makes it easy to deploy.
Sept. 1, 2026
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Four plastic bottles of various shapes.
Features
PPWR brings new demands for U.S. plastics processors
Packaging suppliers may need to provide material, substance and compliance data as customers prepare products for the EU market.
Sept. 1, 2026
Roemheld
Roemheld's RWA 1000 Elmo mold change cart is fully electric.
Molds & Tooling
Roemheld cart makes mold changes easier
The all-electric RWA 1000 Elmo lifts, lowers and transports molds up to 2,200 pounds.
Aug. 31, 2026
Musashi AI
Gen 2 of Musashi AI's Cendiant inspection system needs as few as 20 to 30 good parts for training.
Product Innovations
Cendiant inspection platform now easier to deploy
Gen 2 combines AI, deep learning software and a new modular architecture.
Aug. 27, 2026
Green and white Rapid Granulator logo
Recycling
Rapid Granulator USA expands sales network
The company now has representation in all U.S. plastics manufacturing markets.
Aug. 26, 2026
Flexicon
Flexicon's mobile bag dumping system includes a glove box, bag compactor and flexible screw conveyor.
Product Innovations
Flexicon bag dumping system contains dust
The station includes a glove box so operators' skin does not come into contact with materials.
Aug. 25, 2026
Citex Group
From left: Jan Lohoff, CEO and managing director of Inoex; Adam M. Grier, president of IDoo; Peter Zut, president of Inoex; and Ralph Klose, CEO of Citex.
Extrusion
Citex names new leaders for IDoo USA, Inoex
The companies manufacture technologies for measurement, inspection and digital manufacturing in plastics extrusion.
Aug. 24, 2026
Eriez
Graeme Bainbridge is director of global manufacturing at Eriez.
Recycling
Eriez names Graeme Bainbridge director of global manufacturing
His experience includes senior roles at Jeld-Wen, Rehau, Masco and Belkin.
Aug. 24, 2026
Reifenhäuser
Reifenhäuser's Ultra Die heads are available for blown films of three to 11 layers.
Molds & Tooling
Ultra Die heads boost performance, output
Reifenhäuser’s line of dies are available in models for three- to 11-layer blown films.
Aug. 24, 2026
PCS Co.
Marc Zaborny is marketing manager for PCS Co.
Molds & Tooling
PCS names Marc Zaborny marketing director
His previous experience includes roles at DME and John Deere Landscapes.
Aug. 21, 2026
WM Thermoforming
WM’s new FXL1000 thermoforming machine.
Thermoforming
WM thermoformer built for high productivity
The FXL1000 offers a large forming area and smart technologies.
Aug. 21, 2026
Dukane
Blue and yellow Dukane logo
Manufacturing
Crest Group acquires Dukane
Dukane manufactures ultrasonic plastic joining solutions.
Aug. 19, 2026
Absolute Haitian
Jeff Brown is regional sales manager for the Midwest for Absolute Haitian and Absolute Robot.
Injection Molding
Absolute Group names Jeff Brown regional sales manager
He will manage sales for the company’s injection molding and automation solutions for Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky.
Aug. 18, 2026
Vastex
Infrared curing oven from Vastex.
Product Innovations
Vastex oven cures film, sheet, parts and more
The ERVP-VI-24 has three infrared heating chambers and features that cut emissions.
Aug. 18, 2026
Slide Products
Zero Film Mold Cleaner has no abrasives and requires no wiping.
Molds & Tooling
Slide Zero Film Mold Cleaner works quickly
The acetone-based, low-VOC formula has no abrasives and requires no wiping.
Aug. 17, 2026
Formlabs
The Fuse X1 can produce large or multiple parts quickly.
Additive Manufacturing
Formlabs printer features large build volume
The Fuse X1 industrial SLS printer offers high throughputs of production-quality parts.
Aug. 14, 2026
Coperion
Coperion's EcoFresh results in recycled plastics with odor quality comparable to virgin.
Recycling
Coperion system uses hot air for degassing
EcoFresh technology is available in single- and twin-silo versions, and a design for batch processes.
Aug. 13, 2026
BinMaster
Ben Smith is western regional sales manager for BinMaster.
Manufacturing
BinMaster names Ben Smith as regional sales manager
He will serve the western U.S. and Canada for the maker of sensors, bin weighing systems and other material management solutions.
Aug. 12, 2026
Wittmann
Wittmann's Drymax basic 120 now comes with a more intuitive color control screen.
Product Innovations
Wittmann dryer gets new control display
The graphic display for the Drymax basic 120 makes operation more intuitive.
Aug. 12, 2026
Blue and gray logo for the Association for Advancing Automation (A3)
Manufacturing
Robot orders show improvement in Q2 2026
The plastics and rubber sector indicated a slight increase after a strong performance in Q1.
Aug. 11, 2026
Hasco
These new high-temperature hoses from Hasco are flexible and come in three colors.
Molds & Tooling
Hasco hoses withstand heat, chemicals
The Z8561 line can be configured to a customer's length and fitting requirements.
Aug. 10, 2026
Hennecke
The Smartflex Evo allows precise adaptation to different foam types with less waste and improved raw material yield.
Extrusion
Smartflex Evo efficiently produces comfort foams
The Hennecke technology includes new Smartjector injection units and an optional computer-monitored volume flow measurement system.
Aug. 7, 2026
Progressive Components
These stainless steel ejector pins from Progressive Components are designed for clean room, medical and corrosive applications.
Molds & Tooling
Stainless steel ejector pins resist corrosion and wear
Progressive Components' new line is designed for medical, clean-room and other demanding applications.
Aug. 6, 2026
Green and black Conair logo
Manufacturing
Conair names Adam LaDuke national sales director
He has been with the auxiliary equipment maker for 12 years.
Aug. 5, 2026
Micro-Epsilon
Micro-Epsilon's ScanControl 8500 works on profiles or molded components.
Product Innovations
Micro-Epsilon profilometer works at production speed
ScanControl 8500 can handle challenging surfaces, including dark plastics.
Aug. 5, 2026
Reifenhäuser
Reifenhäuser North America offers sales, service and manufacturing capabilities in Maize, Kansas.
Extrusion
Reifenhäuser North America expands its team
Six new hires will work in sales, service and customer care for the manufacturer of extrusion equipment.
Aug. 4, 2026
Zahoransky
Steve Bellocchio is president of Zahoransky USA.
Injection Molding
Steve Bellocchio named president of Zahoransky USA
The company manufactures technologies for production of brushes, medical devices and other products.
Aug. 3, 2026
Arburg
Julio Lopez is managing director of Arburg's Mexican operation.
Injection Molding
Julio Lopez is new managing director of Arburg Mexico
Plastics machinery manufacturers see opportunity in the country for growth and shortening supply chains in North America.
Aug. 3, 2026
Maag
Maag's Duration blades for its strand granulators feature a new material called VS23, which increases hardness.
Recycling
Maag cutting blades are built to last
The Duration blades for strand granulators feature a new material with superior hardness.
Aug. 3, 2026
JLF Foto & Filmstudio
The purchase agreement between Arburg and Stork IMM was signed by (from left) Steffen Kroner, CFO of Arburg; Philip Stibbe, shareholder of Stork IMM and founder of Stibbe Participaties; and Guido Frohnhaus, CTO of Arburg, on July 29, 2026. in Hengelo, the Netherlands.
Injection Molding
Arburg agrees to acquire Stork IMM
Stork specializes in injection molding machines for large and thin-wall packaging applications.
July 30, 2026
ABB Robotics
Man reaches out to touch a PoWa cobot
Product Innovations
ABB Robotics launches high-speed PoWa cobot line
They are available in six categories with payloads of up to 66 pounds.
July 29, 2026
PCS Co.
Chris LaBombarbe is head of product development for PCS Co.
Molds & Tooling
Chris LaBombarbe joins PCS as head of product development
He most recently served as VP for technology and innovation at Uniloy.
July 27, 2026