Containers for today's logistics have to be stackable, feature IML barcodes, integrated RFIDs and, of course, the logo of the company that owns them. Switzerland's Georg Utz company has specialised in this application, and for this reason it has commissioned the country's largest injection moulding machine, a Krauss Maffei MX 4000-75000.

Among NSK’s focus products on Booth C42 in Hall 7 at EMO Hannover 2023 will be the latest linear guides. These linear guides offer the speed and rigidity necessary to meet demanding cycle time and accuracy requirements in machining operations.

Hot runner expert Mastip Technology recently launched its LSR (Liquid Silicone Rubber) moulding solution aiming to cater to the needs of its customer base in automotive, medical and consumer electronics segments.

At Moulding Expo 2023, Oerlikon HRS Flow will focus on an extensive range of hot runners tailored to small shot weights and the new Xp nozzle series for use in thin-wall injection moulding. Both support the trend towards greater sustainability by helping to reduce energy consumption in plastics processing.

Modern medicine wouldn't be anywhere near what it is today without plastics. The technology expert in hot and cold runner technology Günther Hot Runner Technology can point to extensive expertise in medical technology, as the following examples demonstrate.

When it comes to solutions for plastic parts, Rodinger Kunststoff-Technik is a first address. From the idea to the construction of the injection moulding tool to the production of the individual part or the assembly, RKT offers complete solutions from one source. In toolmaking, Rodinger relies on tools from OSG.

The tool and mould maker Siebenwurst and Mercedes-Benz rely on the Balinit Croma Plus coating from Oerlikon Balzers Coating for the processing of glass fibre reinforced plastics.

Plastpol is one of the largest exhibitions in Eastern Europe for the plastics industry and attracts leading companies from the plastics processing sector every year. It covers all aspects of the plastics value chain — from manufacturing and processing to recovery and recycling.

5,700 customers from 53 nations came to the Arburg Anniversary Days at the “Think Tank” in Lossburg, Germany, from 8 to 11 March 2023. At the event, which is called Technology Days in other years, everything that makes plastic hearts beat faster was to be found.

Cutting tool expert Dormer Pramet is launching new products and expanded assortments to simplify the machining process and help machinists and operators access the most suitable cutting tools across a wide variety of applications.