Plastimagen, taking place from March 11 to 14, 2025, in Mexico City, serves as a key platform for the Mexican plastics industry. At stand 730 in hall D, Arburg will showcase two advanced injection moulding machines.

The PET bottle market is growing steadily, driven by increasing demand for sustainable and reusable packaging. PET Technologies’ blow molding machines enable the use of 100 percent recycled PET (rPET) and support lightweight and returnable bottle production, combining efficiency with eco-friendly solutions to meet evolving industry needs.

EDM specialist Sodick will be presenting a selection of EDM machines at this year’s Moulding Expo in Stuttgart, including the latest ALC600P I-Groove+ with 8-axis simultaneous control and the AL60G+ series with Erowa automation.

When it comes to demoulding complex undercuts, mould makers often use multi-level tools to clear elements that obstruct the demoulding direction. At Groth in Vlotho, mould makers rely on high-quality latch locks from the extensive range of their standard parts partner, Knarr, to drive such tooling solutions.

Maximum precision, high flexibility and smart customisation: Meusburger’s blocks for eroding offer mould and die makers an efficient solution for demanding machining operations — now available from stock, even in hardened versions.

At Mecspe 2025 in Bologna, Arburg and its partner Guberti will present the new electric Allrounder 720 E Golden Electric and the Tiq 2 3D printer. Highlights include live demonstrations of efficient small-part production, 3D printing innovations, and expert advice on digitalisation and sustainability. Visitors can explore advanced solutions for cost efficiency and environmental transformation.

From 6 to 9 May 2025, Stuttgart will host Moulding Expo, the international trade fair for tool, mould and model making. In Hall 6, Stand D74, Speedpart will present innovative manufacturing solutions that combine toolmaking with state-of-the-art 3D printing technology.

Austrian Engel Group has entered a strategic partnership with Electronica Plastic Machines (EPM), combining decades of expertise to strengthen local production and innovation in India. Focused on the 'Make in India' initiative, the collaboration leverages EPM's Pune facility to produce advanced injection moulding machines, with plans to expand into the Middle East and Africa.

Roeders’ new RPT series of vertical machining centres (VMCs) promises to set a new standard in precision for industries like mould and die making. Offering exceptional accuracy, with tolerances half that of existing models, the RPT VMCs integrate advanced temperature control and Nanotol technology to achieve sub-micron precision.

From 6 to 9 May 2025, Moulding Expo in Stuttgart will showcase cutting-edge innovations in tool, pattern, and mould making. Industry leaders will present groundbreaking technologies, smart manufacturing solutions and the latest in precision tools to drive global competitiveness.