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Standalone Servo-Driven Sprue Picker
Wittmann recently introduced a standalone version of its WX90 sprue removal robot capable of working with virtually any brand of injection molding machine.
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Temperature Controller Accepts Renewable, DC Power
Wittmann’s newest temperature controller — the Tempro plus DC — can use direct current (DC) power generated by solar panels without conversion loss.
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Thin-Film Sensors Integrated Directly Onto Cavity Surface
Fraunhofer IST researchers say the wear-resistant thin-film sensors are deposited onto the tool surface, enabling direct temperature and flow measurements in critical areas of a mold.
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NPE2024 Sets Several Show Records
The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) has released final figures for NPE2024: The Plastics Show (May 6-10; Orlando) that officially make it the largest ever NPE in several key metrics.
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Engel Installs Massive Injection Molding Machine for Trials, Testing
The Austrian company’s large-machine plant in St. Valentin now has a duo 5500 combi M press, with nearly 6,200 tons of clamp force and shot weights up to 93 lbs, available for customer trials.
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Online Tool Configures, Simulates and Optimizes Vacuum Systems
Piab’s OVM Pro 3D tool leverages 3D modeling and simulation to streamline vacuum system configuration.
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Engel Teases Generative AI Assistant at Digital Days Event
The Austrian maker of injection molding machines and automation introduced a prototype large-language model assistant for its customers: Engel GPT.
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Breaking News From NPE2024
Here is a firsthand report of news in injection molding, extrusion, blow molding and recycling not previously covered.
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New Slide Lock Style Slide Retainer
Progressive Components has expanded its line of SRT Slide Retainers with a new roller design.
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Arburg Announces Change in Management Team
Following Gerhard Böhm’s retirement, Tobias Baur will take over leadership of Arburg’s sales and after sales management division.
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Arburg Opens New Subsidiary in Romania
Arburg expanded its presence in southeastern Europe in April 2024, opening a new subsidiary in Romania.
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Manifold Block Line Extended
Hasco has introduced Z920/... manifold blocks, extending the range with new connection threads and lengths.
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