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Injection Molding

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
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
PMM
Arburg brought a new Allrounder Trend to MD&M West 2026.
The annual trade show caters to the plastics, automation, packaging and medical technology markets.
Feb. 4, 2026
Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS)
Perc Pineda is chief economist for the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS).
A recent report from PLASTICS cites increases in minimum wages in some states as well as health care costs.
Feb. 3, 2026

PMM Insight

Ear on Processing

Extrusion

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
PMM Insight podcast promotional image showing a person leaping from 2025 into 2026.
On this podcast episode, PMM editors discuss our recent survey on equipment purchasing plans and reactions to the results.
Jan. 29, 2026
SPE Extrusion Division logo
Equipment manufacturers, educators and processors are on the program for the June 16-18 event.
Jan. 21, 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

Blow Molding

Mack Molding
Mack Molding operates this bonding cell at a plant in South Carolina.
Robots, smart factory technology and AI are being deployed to make machinery easier to operate, with fewer people.
Jan. 14, 2026
Messe Düsseldorf / ctillmann
A visitor checks out an injection molding machine at K 2025.
Tariffs and economic instability are shaking up equipment purchases and end markets, but many see reasons for hope.
Jan. 13, 2026

Recycling

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Magnifying glass forms the zero in 2026, looking ahead.
Hear our editor's wish list on this podcast episode, and let us know what you'd like to see.
Jan. 22, 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
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The platform showcases the essential role of plastics in our sustainable, innovative future.
Jan. 15, 2026
Sesotec
Sesotec's Purifier Performer offers a double-sided view of flakes for improved sorting.
The Sesotec system uses two cameras to evaluate free-falling flakes, even opaque materials.
Jan. 9, 2026

Product Innovations

Stratasys
The Stratasys Fortus 450mc 3D printer.
New features include hardened components and faster build capabilities for the additive manufacturing workhorse.
Feb. 5, 2026
Air Technical Industries
These lift tables from Air Technical Industries are precise enough for sensitive applications.
Air Technical's tables are customizable and offer accurate and repeatable vertical positioning.
Feb. 4, 2026
Advanced Illumination
Advanced Illumination's AL325 light bars can be modified to fit new applications.
Advanced Illumination's LED bars have swappable lenses and light conditioning materials to meet new demands.
Feb. 3, 2026
Zahoransky AG
Zahoransky's Z.orca 18 inserts bristles into toothbrushes and can handle other optional processes.
The Z.orca 18 inserts bristles and can handle a variety of designs and optional processes.
Jan. 30, 2026

Manufacturing

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On this podcast episode, learn more about this story, plus a speedy Kiefel thermoformer and what we learned from SPE/PLASTICS exec Pat Farrey.
Feb. 2, 2026
OnRobot
“Build your Automation Roadmap,” hosted by OnRobot, in partnership with Fanuc, AWC and Adaptive Vision & Robotics, will feature demonstrations of Fanuc robots with OnRobot end-of-arm tools.
“Build Your Automation Roadmap” is targeted at manufacturers in the region that are struggling with labor shortages.
Jan. 28, 2026
Kiefel
Kiefel's KTR 6.2 Speed thermoformer offers increased production, flexibility and ease of use.
The Speedformer KTR 6.2 Speed, introduced at K 2025, has been redesigned and optimized for maximum efficiency.
Jan. 28, 2026
CognitionWorks
Thermoform.ai is a technical and training resource for thermoforming shops.
New thermoform.ai platform allows companies to document, share veterans' knowledge, enhance training.
Jan. 27, 2026

Learning Resources

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Aug. 22, 2025
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In fast-paced, high-demand manufacturing environments, every second - and every dollar - counts. Discover how additive manufacturing (AM) is unlocking new levels of speed, precision...
Aug. 15, 2025
Sept26~1
A Plastics Machinery & Manufacturing-hosted webinar sponsored by Universal Robots
Sept. 26, 2023
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Originally broadcast on December 15, 2022. Now available On Demand.
Dec. 15, 2022