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Fakuma trade fair manufacturing innovations

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The Fakuma trade fair highlights advancements in manufacturing, specifically within the plastic processing and toolmaking sectors. Initial reports focus on the upcoming exhibition of electric injection molding machines designed for energy efficiency and reduced material use, such as the WITTMANN Group’s EcoPrimus, MicroPower, and EcoPower models. The event also features a large collective stand by the Association of German Tool and Mold Makers (VDWF), representing approximately 60 companies and institutions to provide a cross-industry overview of the value chain. Developments showcased at the fair include innovations in thermal processing and digital simulation. Excelitas is presenting energy-efficient infrared radiators for precise thermal processes, while Sigma Engineering is demonstrating Sigmasoft Virtual Molding software, which enables real-time injection molding simulations without the requirement for physical machines or molds. For the Fakuma 2026 exhibition in Friedrichshafen, Germany, Emerson and the Wittmann Group have announced new solutions for plastics processing. Emerson intends to present its Branson welding and joining technologies, specifically the Branson Polaris Ultrasonic welding platform, alongside laser and heat staking technologies and Industry 4.0 connectivity gateways. The Wittmann Group will introduce its complete Primus product range and will also demonstrate a live production process for stackable planters made from post-consumer recycled polypropylene. This demonstration utilizes Cellmould physical foaming technology to create a microcellular foam structure, reducing raw material usage and energy consumption. Additionally, Wittmann will debut the WX253 linear robot and the R9 robot controller, which serves as a communication platform for connected production cells. ~~Leading up to the 2026 event, the MAAG Group has announced it will present the extrex EC gear pump, a gap-free design intended to prevent material stagnation in rigid PVC~~ The R9 features an OPC UA interface and ~~potentially reduce extruder energy consumption by~~ supports up to ~~50%. The company will also exhibit the PRIMO 60 E strand pelletizer.~~ twelve servo axes, offering three programming levels via a touchscreen TeachBox.

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