5 June 2026 // Interplas 2026 Concludes, Wittmann’s Airmould Advancement, and AI-Powered Robotics
In today’s brief:
📍 Interplas Conclusion: The flagship event wraps up a successful run at the NEC Birmingham, showcasing major circular economy innovations and regional supply chain collaborations. The definitive UK and Irish plastics showcase is scheduled to make its return in 2029.⚙️ Process Innovation: WITTMANN launches its Airmould Starter Package Plus, featuring an integrated pressure generation unit to lower the barrier to entry for lightweighting. The complete system helps injection moulders eliminate surface defects and reduce material usage across any machine brand.🤖 Robotics Advancement: FANUC collaborates with Google Cloud to bring Gemini Enterprise generative AI to its physical robotic systems. This next-generation integration enables industrial robots to comprehend natural language commands and operate cooperatively within a single cell.👔 Strategic Appointment: Leamington Spa-based injection moulder Opus International Products welcomes Rob Cooney as Business Development Manager. Cooney will spearhead growth and commercial partnerships across premium engineering sectors, including automotive, defence, and med-tech.
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