KraussMaffei: Autonomous quality control and compact automation for injection molding production

Autonomous in a compact space: AQCplus live on the PX 80 production cell, used to manufacture electronic components from polyamide – (Photo: KraussMaffei).

At Fakuma 2026, KraussMaffei will present several solutions for automated and resource-efficient plastics processing. The focus will be on the new autonomous “AQCplus” quality control system for the all-electric “PX” series, the “LRXplus SE” side-entry removal concept, and compact production cells for technical and medical applications.

With “AQCplus”, KraussMaffei is expanding digital process control in injection molding by adding direct feedback based on part weight. After each cycle, the produced part is weighed and the measured value is transferred to the machine control system. If the system detects deviations, for example due to fluctuating material densities in recyclates, additives or fillers, it automatically adjusts the holding-pressure profile during ongoing production. While the existing “APCplus” solution compensates for process fluctuations based on a viscosity index, “AQCplus” uses part weight as the quality parameter. This enables continuous, documented inspection of every cycle. At the same time, the control approach is intended to reduce scrap and material consumption while supporting tight weight tolerances.

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New side-entry removal concept with LRXPlus SE linear robot, integrated into the space-saving production cell of the new all-electric PX 160, producing protective caps for insulin pens with a 96-cavity mold – (Photo: KraussMaffei).

The function will be demonstrated on an all-electric “PX 80” with a clamping force of 800 kN. An “LRXplus” linear robot removes polyamide electronic components from a mold supplied by Wieland Electric, transfers them to an integrated weighing station, and then places them on a conveyor belt within the machine enclosure. A granulator from Getecha regrinds the sprue and returns the material to the processing cycle. According to KraussMaffei, the compact arrangement enables a higher machine density: five production cells can reportedly be installed in the same area that previously accommodated four systems with linear robots.

As another new development, the company will showcase the “LRXplus SE” linear robot for side-entry removal in high-cavity and cleanroom applications. The concept is based on the “LRXplus” platform and is designed for short removal times and a compact system layout. Reinforced axes and drives, adapted components and a cleanroom-compatible design are intended to provide high dynamics and payload capacity. The axis configuration also leaves additional space for downstream process steps such as quality inspection, packaging or further medical-technology peripherals.

The concept will be demonstrated on an all-electric “PX 160” equipped with a 96-cavity mold from männer by “Spectrix” for the production of protective caps for insulin pens. The application combines high-cavity mold technology, all-electric injection molding technology and side-entry removal, with a particular focus on short removal times and a reduced footprint in medical production.

In addition, KraussMaffei will present cross-technology system, digital and service solutions for injection molding, reaction processing and extrusion. These include a prototype of the AI-based “K-AI” assistant from socialProduction, which is intended to support production processes in the future. At the partner booth of Oni-Wärmetrafo, a compact “CX 80” injection molding machine with adapted plasticizing equipment and the “BluePower Vario Drive” is also scheduled to be exhibited.

Other companies involved in the trade fair exhibits include AIC-Regloplas, BASF, ExxonMobil Petroleum & Chemical, Germa Switzerland and motan.

Fakuma 2026
Friedrichshafen, Germany
October 12–16, 2026
Hall A7, Booth 7303

More information: www.kraussmaffei.com

KraussMaffei Technologies GmbH, Parsdorf, Germany

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