Advanced plastics and processing drive medical device development
The medical device market is growing rapidly, driven by advanced plastics, new processing technologies, and increasing requirements for precision, digitalization, and sustainability.
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Arburg announces complete solutions for Equiplast 2026
At Equiplast 2026 in Barcelona, Arburg, in cooperation with Moretto and HB-Therm, will present complete automated injection moulding cells for the Spanish and Portuguese market, featuring the premiere of the electric Allrounder Trend series with the new Gestica lite control system.
Dr. Boy reviews its participation in Mecspe 2026
Dr. Boy GmbH & Co. KG and its Italian distributor ST.A.TE Technologies positively assess their participation in Mecspe 2026 in Bologna, presenting the Boy 80 Electric injection moulding machine in a medical application.
Haitian International increases revenue by 10% in 2025
Haitian International, one of the largest manufacturers of plastic injection molding machines, recorded a 10% revenue increase in 2025 to RMB 17.73 billion and a 7.2% rise in profit attributable to shareholders to RMB 3.30 billion.
ENGEL presents the world's largest injection moulding machine duo 12000 US
ENGEL has developed the two-platen injection moulding machine duo 12000 US with a clamping force of 110,000 kN, designed for producing large-scale parts with a projected area of more than 2.5 m². The solution opens up new possibilities for lightweight design, functional integration and replacing traditional materials with plastics.
Three key areas driving the modernization of plastic packaging
Growing environmental requirements and changing consumer behavior are accelerating the modernization of plastic packaging. These changes are particularly dynamic in the food, personal care and e-commerce sectors.
New Hasco locating rings for precise mould attachment
Hasco expands its locating ring portfolio with new variants Z7517/…, Z7526/… and Z7527/… providing precise alignment of injection moulds and increased stability and process reliability.
Arburg Technology Days 2026: Allrounder Trend and medical focus in the spotlight
More than 3,700 visitors from 44 countries attended the Arburg Technology Days 2026 in Lossburg. The main focus was on the new electric Allrounder Trend injection moulding machines, medical solutions, automation and digital services along the entire value chain.
Arburg wins four Product of the Year 2026 awards
Arburg received four distinctions in the “Product of the Year 2026” competition organised by the magazines PolyFormNEXT and Industrial Production, recognising two machines and two cooperative projects in plastics processing.
BOY injection moulding machines for medical micro parts at Chinaplas
At the Chinaplas trade fair in Shanghai, Dr. Boy will present BOY XS E and BOY 25 E injection moulding machines in applications for precise medical products, including resorbable implants and components of drug delivery systems.
HB-Therm expands distribution in Spain through cooperation with Arburg
From 1 January 2026, Arburg will become the second distributor of HB-Therm's full product range in Spain. The partnership is based on shared quality standards, an extensive sales and service network, and digital integration of temperature control solutions with injection moulding machines.
Meliori expands production of polymer wafer frames for the European chip market
The new company Meliori Polymer Engineering has launched production of reusable polymer semiconductor wafer frames in Croatia, fully based on European suppliers. The plant supports the local chip supply chain and EU sustainability goals.
