On 17 and 18 June 2026, another edition of the Juniális event took place at the Budapest site of Arburg Hungária Kft. The key point of the programme was the market launch of the new electric Allrounder Trend series in Hungary and its live presentation under production conditions. As explained by László Csizmadi, Managing Director of Arburg Hungary, the event attracted well over 100 participants and once again confirmed its role as a platform for industry dialogue. In addition to the new machine, the company focused on automation, digitalisation and energy efficiency, presenting solutions aligned with current market requirements. According to the company representative, this year's edition was of particular importance because Allrounder Trend is a completely new product development, and its launch is intended to support the company's further growth in the local market and open access to new customer groups.
Csizmadi stressed that the new standard electric series responds to customer demand for fully electric, technologically advanced injection moulding machines for standard applications. An important part of the offer is also the machines' fast availability and attractive price level. He also pointed to the new Gestica lite control system, which was designed for simple and intuitive operation. As he noted, this solution was received particularly well by younger operators because it uses the logic and operating philosophy familiar from Arburg control systems, while extending them with smart functions and active user support. Participants were able to learn not only about the machines themselves, but also about the company's practical approach to process integration, production operation and stabilisation of injection moulding shop performance.
Guests at Juniális 2026 were able to get a close look at the new electric Allrounder Trend machines, both during live demonstrations and technical presentations
Machine and automation demonstrations
Three production exhibits were presented in the demonstration section. As an example of the company's automation expertise, fully automatic production of model dolphins was shown on an electric Allrounder 1000 e Trend injection moulding machine. Part handling was performed by a Multilift Select 8 system. Another production cell was built around a hybrid Allrounder 470 H machine and equipped with a linear robotic system. Thin-walled lids were produced at this station, and Cavity Eye sensor technology as well as communication via OPC UA were also demonstrated. The third exhibit was a hydraulic Allrounder 420 C injection moulding machine used to produce 500 ml polycarbonate cups.
According to the organisers, combining practical demonstrations with the technical programme was of major importance. Support was provided by partners Polarform and Slezák in the tooling area, Cavity Eye in the field of sensor systems, and Prim-Plast in peripheral equipment. The partners also delivered short presentations. Polarform discussed current challenges in mould technology, Prim-Plast presented new cooling systems, while Cavity Eye showed how sensors can be used to measure mould cavity pressure in real time in order to monitor filling and holding pressure and reduce scrap rates. Additional input to the event's high technical standard came from experts at Arburg's German headquarters in Lossburg, who gave practical presentations on Allrounder Trend and Gestica lite.
Comprehensive support for processors
In László Csizmadi's view, the event confirmed how important practical demonstrations and direct contact with customers remain when introducing new technologies. As he stated, Arburg does not limit itself to presenting machines alone, but offers support at successive stages, from the initial product concept, through application and tooling consultancy, to after-sales service. "We showed that by combining our expertise, we are able to provide customers with comprehensive support. This helps them overcome the challenges of day-to-day injection moulding operations as effectively as possible and implement the solutions that are the most rational and cost-effective for them," he said.
The managing director also pointed to the need to maintain stable customer production, both through sales activities and service support. This also includes optimisation of existing machinery, implementation of necessary modifications, and long-term assurance of process reliability. According to him, this approach is particularly important at a time when some processors, including those in the automotive sector, are facing a shortage of skilled workers, an uncertain order situation, and strong cost and price pressure.
Reception of the new series and the event's significance
According to Arburg Hungary, participants rated highly the opportunity to see first-hand the capabilities of the new standard electric machines and their control systems. Ease of operation and maintenance, as well as the quick and simple set-up process, were received particularly well. The short delivery times and cost-oriented nature of the Allrounder Trend offer were also assessed positively. The organisers emphasise that the event also enabled discussions on how to make full use of the potential of automation and digitalisation and how to prepare plants step by step for future requirements.
Summing up this year's edition, László Csizmadi said: "In my view, Juniális 2026 was a complete success. Our customers and prospective clients confirmed that they have a clear interest in innovation and genuinely need to experience it directly in practice. We showed that Arburg, as a supplier of injection moulding machines, automation, and digital products and services, meets the demand for solutions that are cost-effective, easy to implement, and quick to deliver tangible benefits." He added that events of this kind provide an important stimulus for customers and support their own development efforts.
At the official market launch in Hungary, Managing Director László Csizmadi presented the new Allrounder Trend standard machines to customers and prospective clients as the highlight of Juniális 2026 in Budapest
