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Donaldson launches the iCue monitoring system

Donaldson is expanding the use of its iCue Connected Technology to filtration equipment for compressed air, industrial gases and hydraulic fluids. The system is intended to support equipment monitoring, service planning and longer operating life.

2026-06-12 filter

Gerresheimer automates logistics with Mecalux in the USA

Gerresheimer is launching two automated pallet warehouses in Peachtree City supplied by Mecalux. The investment is intended to increase the efficiency, precision and safety of medical products logistics in the North American market.

2026-06-12 logistics

Industrial Trade Fairs 2026 - the future is already here

Targi w Krakowie has announced a series of industrial events to be held at EXPO Kraków in autumn 2026. The promotional campaign highlights the combination of technology, industry and relationships between market participants.

2026-06-03 fairs

Interplas UK 2026 with over 500 exhibitors in Birmingham

Interplas UK 2026 will take place on 2–4 June at the NEC Birmingham. The event will bring together more than 500 exhibitors, with a programme covering, among other topics, solutions for the circular economy, automation and AI applications in plastics processing.

2026-05-27 polymer industry

3DForce automated a process with the Dobot CR10A cobot

3DForce implemented a 6-axis Dobot CR10A cobot, purchased via the RBTX platform with igus support, to automate the installation of O-rings on fittings. The workstation was also equipped with a vision system, increasing process autonomy and repeatability.

2026-05-25 robots

Hasco Group launches logistics centre near Łódź

Hasco Group has opened a distribution and logistics centre in the Stryków area. The facility is intended to increase the operational capacity of Procefar and improve the distribution of Hasco-Lek pharmaceutical products, including through automated order picking.

2026-05-22 logistics

ENGEL to showcase digitalisation and AI in injection moulding at Plast 2026

At Plast 2026, ENGEL will present solutions covering injection moulding machines, automation, digital assistants and AI-based systems. The exhibit will also include automated production cells for thermoplastic composites and PP packaging.

2026-05-20 fairs

Netstal to present an autoinjector housing line at FIP 2026

At FIP 2026 in Lyon, Netstal will present an integrated production solution for the serial production of autoinjector housings for GLP-1 drugs. The core of the system will be the new fully electric Elion MED injection molding machine with a clamping force of 1200 kN.

2026-05-19 fairs

Artur Metzler becomes new managing director of Arburg Poland

From 1 June 2026, Artur Metzler will assume the role of Managing Director of Arburg Polska. Having been with the company since 2005, the sales and service expert is expected to continue the company’s development in the Polish market for injection moulding machines and automation solutions.

2026-05-13 injection moulding press/machines

ENGEL to present cost-efficient production solutions at FIP 2026

At FIP 2026 in Lyon, ENGEL will present solutions for more energy-efficient and flexible injection moulding production. The company will showcase, among others, the tie-bar-less victory electric 220, the all-electric WINTEC e-win 1800, inject AI systems and the clearmelt process.

2026-05-13 fairs

KHS focuses on flexible and sustainable packaging

KHS is developing a holistic line strategy for the beverage and food industries, addressing cost pressure, the shortage of skilled workers and growing regulatory requirements. The company emphasizes flexibility, automation and solutions that reduce material consumption.

2026-05-13 packaging industry

TMA Automation opened a new plant in Gdańsk

TMA Automation, part of the ENGEL Group, has launched a new facility in Gdańsk, directly adjacent to the airport. The investment includes a 1,500 sq m production hall and 800 sq m of office space, and is intended to enable the company to deliver larger automation projects, further develop its engineering capabilities and expand into foreign markets.

2026-05-13 automatics