Aligned with the company’s new theme “Today. Tomorrow. Electric.”, Sumitomo (SHI) Demag will showcase eight all-electric injection molding machines at K 2025, featuring options from the IntElect platform for manufacturers across all market segments. The company will also unveil two brand new PAC-E machines, designed as the ultimate all-electric fast-runners. Developed on a global platform, these machines were created through close collaboration with electric drive specialists in Japan.  

New IntElect multi variant on display

The highlight at the Sumitomo (SHI) Demag booth is the debut of an all-electric 2K multi-component IntElect 350t machine combined with a SAM-C20 robot. The R-position offers a standard option for 220-500t IntElect machines, with an adjustable nozzle distance providing added flexibility.

In response to processor demand for a top-entry robot offering greater stability and precision within a smaller footprint, Sumitomo (SHI) Demag will showcase the benefits of partnering with a single supplier capable of managing the entire customization, technology integration, and cell validation process. This includes the installation of all safety-relevant components, machines, robotics, peripherals, and conveyor technology.

Two high-speed PAC-E machines

Leading the shift towards all-electric in the fast cycle packaging market, the first 420-ton PAC-E machine will feature a packaging caps and closures demonstration with clean, digital inline cap printing.

Developed by Swiss supplier CAPrint, this fast changeover personalization proves that processors molding 72 caps every 2 seconds can seamlessly print and quality check customized designs for branding differentiation and match the closure molding speed.

Using clean toggle technology co-developed in Germany, a second 420-ton PAC-E machine will present how medical processors can accomplish flawless multi-cavity production ranging from medical cups to blood collection tubes. The application demonstrates fastest cycle times with highest process consistency.

Aligned with the company’s new theme “Today. Tomorrow. Electric.”, Sumitomo (SHI) Demag will showcase eight all-electric machines at K 2025.

Three LSR solutions

The company’s expert LSR team further validates the importance of developing deep collaborative partnerships and the mutual trust that comes from leveraging each contributors’ respective strengths. Three IntElect LSR exhibits will draw upon these synergies, with one located on the main Sumitomo (SHI) Demag booth, one at Nexus, and another at Kracht.

Multidisciplinary process focus

At K 2025, the SAM-C5 will be presented as a standalone robot. It is designed to match the six second cycle times of a standard IntElect machine with a focus on compact construction. Mounted on an IntElect 75t machine, the entire system measures less than three meters in total height.

Other all-electric automation exhibits are presented by automation partner Sepro where an IntElect S 130t will be manufacturing a 15 ml centrifuge tube cap. Additionally, Technotrans will showcase the production of reusable and reclosable lids on an IntElect S 75t machine with a SAM-C robot.

Additionally, several process improvement solutions developed by sister company Leifeld, also part of the Sumitomo Heavy Industries Group, will be displayed.

Digital transparency for real integration

At K 2025, all machines on the main Sumitomo (SHI) Demag booth will be connected through myAssist, emphasises Thomas Schilling, Digital Solutions Product Manager.

To support customers with varying data knowledge and requirements, the company will expand on how OPC UA will enable customers to select modules that match their process needs.