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The day-to-day knowledge held by the Sierra 57 team working directly with machines, tooling, and manufacturing partners provides rare, real-time visibility into the challenges that shape manufacturing outcomes. This expertise is more than operational know-how that demystifies complex processes – it bridges the gap between theory and practice Here, James Hayward, Principal Consultant – Mould…

The day-to-day experience of the team at Sierra 57 Consult, working directly with machines, tooling and manufacturing partners, provides rare real-time visibility into the factors that shape injection moulding performance. This practical expertise goes far beyond operational know-how. It helps bridge the gap between engineering theory and real-world production, demystifying complex manufacturing processes and helping…

At the end of 2025, Yushin relocated to a new facility in Redditch—marking a major step forward. Rising demand for automation made it clear the previous Bromsgrove site could no longer support the company’s ambitions. The new 20,000+ sq ft site is designed for scale and efficiency, featuring a dedicated training room, robot demo area,…

In today’s injection moulding landscape, manufacturers are under increasing pressure to ‘do more with less’. Rising energy prices, sustainability targets, global insecurity and ongoing skills shortages are all driving a shift in how production is approached across the UK and beyond. As a result, the focus is no longer simply on clamp force and mould…

In the fast-moving world of plastic injection moulding, precision and efficiency are critical. From cycle time optimisation and material performance to tooling management and automation integration, even small improvements can deliver major commercial advantages for manufacturers. As injection moulding machinery becomes more advanced and production demands continue to grow, many manufacturers are facing a widening…

At Plastics Live Ireland, Stand D7, Sumitomo (SHI) Demag will showcase how the company seamlessly integrates three advanced automation and processing devices supplied by three premium partners into the intuitive NC5 Plus control featured on every IntElect machine. Simulating this unified data exchange between machines, devices and systems from different manufacturers, visitors will be able…

Sumitomo (SHI) Demag UK has arranged for the Polymer Training & Innovation Centre (PTIC) in Telford to temporarily host students from its award-winning training academy during the development of a new facility. This initiative aims to enhance access to the company’s highly regarded injection moulding and processing training programme, extending its reach to more learners…

Expansion ENGEL, a global leader in injection moulding machinery and automation, is accelerating its international growth plans with strategic appointments across Europe and North Africa. In line with its long-term vision, the company is investing in experienced professionals and local infrastructure to support expansion, enhance customer responsiveness and reinforce its position in key sectors. Headquartered…