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Injection Molding

Erowa
Erowa's Giant Tooling System enables secure fastening and precise changes of large workpieces.
The Erowa system facilitates quick tool changes and improves consistency and results.
Jan. 29, 2026
PCS Co.
These corrosion-resistant PCS ejector pins are available in inch and metric versions.
The stainless steel pins are available in inch and metric sizes and meet tight tolerances.
Jan. 27, 2026
Frigel
Frigel's Dynamico mold temperature control units automatically adjust to save energy and shorten cycle times.
Frigel's new technology automatically adjusts water temperatures to shorten cycle times and save energy.
Jan. 26, 2026
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On our weekly podcast, hear more about this story, plus Dr. Boy's K debuts and Paul Caprio's promotion at LS Mtron.
Jan. 26, 2026

PMM Insight

Ear on Processing

Extrusion

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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
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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
Champion Plastics Inc.
Champion Plastics operates 11 injection molding machines and is highly automated with some of its lines running lights-out.
PMM’s annual survey shows strong interest in buying new equipment, but tariffs and other economic issues are causing concern.
Jan. 12, 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
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Business insurance paperwork and green binder.
With risks becoming more sophisticated, processors should update policies that enable them to maintain uptime, control costs and stay competitive.
Dec. 17, 2025

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

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
KraussMaffei
KraussMaffei's powerPrint Flex additive manufacturing system
The large-part additive manufacturing system from KraussMaffei includes a six-axis robot and can process demanding materials.
Jan. 28, 2026
Exair
Exair's Chip Vac has been upgraded with a new filter bag.
The Exair pneumatic vacuum is suitable for cleaning up chips from metal or plastics processes.
Jan. 23, 2026
Arburg
The aXw Control MoldlifeAssist for Arburg's Gestica control system monitors multiple mold conditions.
The sensor technology for Arburg's Gestica control system optimizes preventive measures and maintenance planning.
Jan. 22, 2026

Manufacturing

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
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
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
Arburg Inc.
Marne Plastics relies on Arburg machines, which it says support its business of short runs and frequent changeovers.
Automotive molder realizes quick return on investment after adding automation to secondary operations.
Jan. 21, 2026

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