Automation
FANUC America Collaborative Robot Enables Portable Automation for High-Mix Tasks
FANUC America Corp. introduces the CRX-3iA ultra lightweight cobot along with expanded features across the CRX lineup, supporting applications such as welding, part handling and palletizing.
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MMT Chats: AI Starts with People, Not Platforms
A hybrid approach to digital transformation helps mold shops adopt AI by focusing on people first, building trust and adding technology in ways that support daily work.
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How Digitized Inspection and AI Are Reshaping Mold Shop Workflows
AI transforms moldmaking inspection by turning measurement data into predictive process intelligence through connected digital workflows, replacing manual interpretation.
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ABB Robotics Collaborative Surface Finishing Cell Automates Sanding and Polishing
ABB Robotics introduces the OmniVance Collaborative Surface Finishing Cell, a plug-and-play solution that reduces programming time by up to 90% and enables fast ROI with no need for robotics expertise.
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Penn State Behrend Conference Highlights Emerging Plastics Technologies and Smart Manufacturing Advances
Two-day Penn State Behrend conference will showcase plastics processing innovations, AI applications, mold technologies and workforce development strategies.
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3D Printing Alongside Injection Molding at PTXPO 2026: Pics of the Week
3D printed mold inserts, automation tooling and end-use parts spotted at PTXPO 2026.
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PTXPO 2026: Innovation, Precision and Collaboration Define the Future of Moldmaking, Part 2
PTXPO 2026 underscored key developments across digital simulation, efficient hot runner and thermal management systems, 3D printing enhancements, advanced mold steels and components, proactive maintenance strategies, automation and collaborative efforts to strengthen the workforce.
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Simcon Introduces Injection Molding Simulation Tool With AI
Cadmould AI Solver enables design exploration for injection molding engineers up to 1,000 times faster than numerical solvers.
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PTXPO 2026: Innovation, Precision and Collaboration Define the Future of Moldmaking, Part 1
PTXPO 2026 highlighted trends in digital simulation, efficient hot runners/thermal systems, additive enhancements, advanced mold steels/components, proactive maintenance, automation and collaborative workforce growth.
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Don't Fear the Reaper: Is Practical AI a Thing?
AI in manufacturing isn't ending the workforce; it's eliminating the inefficiency and information silos that have threatened the industry for years.
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