ENGEL Group to Showcase ENGEL and WINTEC at Chinaplas 2026

Injection molders are facing increasing pressures: to achieve faster, more stable, and cost-effective production, while also considering material usage, factory space, labor requirements, and long-term investment confidence. In this environment, success is no longer solely determined by the performance of the machine itself, but rather by the extent to which the production solution supports users in achieving the desired production outcomes in daily operations.

At Chinaplas 2026, held in Shanghai from April 21 to 24, 2026, the ENGEL Group will showcase a range of live production solutions addressing these real-world manufacturing challenges. The focus will be on helping processors enhance production efficiency, ensure consistent product quality, reduce operating costs, and explore new application opportunities.

ENGEL and WINTEC, two complementary brands under the Engel Group, are united as one and adhere to the same commitment: to help customers choose the right production solutions based on their specific application needs, business priorities, and investment strategies. Among them, ENGEL focuses on highly integrated, application-specific system solutions, while WINTEC offers robust, standardized, and cost-effective production solutions.

Six on-site demonstration exhibits will serve as strong evidence: from automotive surface finishing and lightweight components to packaging, medical devices, and liquid silicone rubber.

（LSR), MuCell® microcellular foam technology, and AI-based auxiliary systems, these exhibits vividly demonstrate how processors can convert technology into tangible production benefits—such as shortening process flows, reducing material consumption, decreasing scrap, improving system availability, and more efficiently utilizing machine and human resources.

Automotive Surface Finishing: Reducing Process Steps While Improving Surface Quality

Customer expectations for automotive exterior parts are continuously increasing, while processors must meet these demands while controlling investment costs and process complexity.

ENGEL presented a system based on the ENGEL duo 700.Two-plate injection molding machine B The car production unit (pillar trim) demonstrates how to directly integrate surface finishing into the injection molding process. This fully automatic three-component injection molding unit has a clamping force of 7,000 kN, using ENGEL clearmelt Technology that integrates component manufacturing and coating into a single process. 

Coating the component directly inside the moldENGEL clearmelt This technology shortens the production process and effectively reduces investment costs. Meanwhile, it enables the production of high-quality, scratch-resistant surfaces with self-healing properties.

The part is made of polycarbonate and ABSComponent Weight 260 grams, and additionally coated 90 Cast polyurethane. The injection molding unit is equipped with an integrated CC300 Control system in the control system ENGEL easix Articulated robot, used for removing parts. Total cycle time is 90

Used duo The two-platen injection molding machine adopts a wide template design. This production solution is particularly suitable for components that require wider templates under the same clamping force.

 Automotive lightweighting: reduce the weight, material usage, and machine specifications required for producing hollow parts.

The second automotive exhibit focuses on reducing component weight and material consumption without compromising functionality. This exhibit features a vehicle employing… fluidmelt technology without pull rods ENGEL victory 120 Injection machine (clamping force) 1,200 kNThe process of producing the intake manifold.

1: Equipped with integratedviperLinear robotic armENGEL victory 120Injection molding machine, featuring tie-bar-free technology, enables free access to the mold area.

Produce complex parts in a space-saving and cost-controlled manner.

ENGEL fluidmelt Technology can produce hollow structures by injecting water or gas. During this process, the molten core of the part is pushed into the overflow chamber or returned to the plasticizing unit, thereby forming a cavity inside the part. Chinaplas At the exhibition site, the process will be demonstrated through air injection and overflow chamber methods. The demonstration component will be included. 30%Fiberglass PA66 Composite materials, single-shot injection volume 166 Ke, cycle period 50

This production unit is composed of ENGEL viper Linear manipulator enables automated operation, the manipulator is fully integrated. CC300 Equipment control system. The rodless type is adopted. victory 120 Injection molding machines are particularly suitable for complex and large-scale molds, and facilitate the entry of automated devices, thanks to their unobstructed mold area. Benefiting from large-size platen and tie-bar-free technology, only the clamping force required is needed. 1,200 kN the equipment, whereas traditional injection molding machines require

1800 kN Clamping force. This helps to reduce equipment investment costs and improve the efficiency of factory space utilization.

Packaging: Achieving high output, consistent quality, and cost control within a compact space

In the packaging industry, profitability depends on the ability to maintain high output and short cycle times while ensuring consistent part quality under high-cavity molds.

ENGEL Launch a fully electric production solution based on clamping force 3,800 kN e-mac 380 Equipment. The solution adopts Cartisan Company’s 48 Cavity mold, production by 90% HDPE 10% LDPE A flip-top closure composed of.

2Fully Electrice-mac 380The equipment enables short-cycle, reproducible quality, and energy-efficient mass production with high mold cavity counts, while occupying a compact footprint.

This production plan combines high output with precise process control, suitable for scenarios with a high number of cavities, short cycles, and where reproducible quality determines cost efficiency. All-electric. e-mac The equipment meets these requirements through precise motion sequences, high repeatability, and energy-efficient operation. The weight per unit of the illustrated application is 2.5 mg, single injection dose is 120 C, cycle period is 12  

For processors, the solution’s comprehensive performance in energy efficiency, stable process control for multi-cavity molds, compact design, and integrated automation helps achieve stable large-scale production while controlling unit cost. 

Medical: Stable, clean, and cost-controlled production for high-volume applications

In medical product manufacturing, processors require repeatability, clean part handling capability, and scalable production efficiency.ENGEL A brand under the group characterized by stable and cost-controllable standardized solutions. WINTEC, will showcase a fully electric production solution, adopting clamping force

3,200 kN e-win 3200 Compact injection molding machine e-win Equipment Usage TK Company's 48 Cavity mold, high precision production

10 ml Syringe barrel, made of polypropylene, single piece weight 4.6 g. To achieve only 10 Short-cycle seconds and clean transportation, components fall freely onto covered conveyors. Z on the conveyor belt. 

3Fully ElectricWINTEC e-win 3200The equipment combines stable process control with a compact design, supporting cost-effective mass production of medical products.

Production.

This production solution combines precise manufacturing capabilities, compact equipment design, and controlled component handling methods. For medical product processors, it helps to achieve high repeatability and cleanliness in a compact unit, while maintaining production efficiency and cost control in large-scale manufacturing. 

WINTEC e-win The series offers fully electric injection molding solutions featuring precise and synchronized movements, a robust structure, high energy efficiency, and short delivery cycles. As a standardized solution platform, this series supports stable processing, high production efficiency, and long-term confidence in equipment investment. 

Liquid silicone rubberLSR): Reduce manual intervention through automated production and post-processing

LSR The application requires precise molding, gentle demolding, and consistent operation, while processors aim to minimize manual intervention and control over-

Project cost.WINTEC Showcased a fully electric production solution featuring a clamping force of 1,800 kN e-win 1800 Device, for precise

Application scenarios of liquid silicone rubber. This solution produces sealing gaskets for electric vehicle connectors, with a single-shot injection volume. 37.8 Ke, cycle period 60  

4Fully ElectricWINTEC e-win 1800The device supports full automation.LSRProcessing, including gentle demolding of parts, thereby reducing manual intervention and lowering

Process cost.

The production unit adopts an integrated approach. ENGEL viper LSR component. 

MuCell^®Reduce the material usage and unit cost of larger components

The larger the component dimensions, the more directly material consumption, weight, cycle time, and floor space impact competitiveness.WINTEC It presents a production plan, using a clamping force of 6,500 kN t-win 6500 Two-plate injection molding machine. Producing mini refrigerator frames with physical foaming technology, while achieving lighter weight and cost-controlled production of complex internal structure parts. Adopting. MuCell^®Technology can shorten cycle times, reduce weight and material consumption, thereby continuously lowering unit costs. In physical foaming processes, up to… 40%material savings. 

5：WINTEC t-win 6500Injection molding machine equipped with integratedviper 20Linear manipulator, through robust two-plate technology and automated operation, achieves cost-controlled production of large components within a short cycle.

MuCell^®The process uses nitrogen or carbon dioxide, introducing it into the polymer melt. MuCell^®Optimized screw geometry allows for uniform gas distribution, resulting in a fine cell structure in the mold. This leads to lighter parts with high dimensional stability while maintaining good surface quality, making it suitable for applications with appearance requirements. Chinaplas The material being processed in the displayed application contains 20%Fiberglass PP Composite materials, component weight 558 Gram, cyclic period 45  

WINTEC t-win This series features a robust two-platen design, suitable for large molds and high clamping force applications. The short-stroke pressure pad enables short cycle times, while the synchronized clamping and servo-hydraulic drive system operate rapidly and with low energy consumption. High energy efficiency, a compact footprint, and optimized maintenance accessibility collectively reduce overall operating costs and enable a rapid return on investment. 

WINTEC The injection unit is equipped with an intuitive operation. C3 Control system. This system supports clear process control with high performance. In addition, the new one. viper 20 The linear robot is fully integrated into the control system, responsible for component handling, thereby reducing the burden on the operator. The close integration of the robot and the equipment within the same control system optimizes the sequence of movements, enhancing production stability and shortening the cycle time. 

inject AIImprove process stability, equipment availability, and cost efficiency

With the increasing complexity of production environments, processors need higher process transparency, faster response times, and more consistent quality.

ENGEL inject AI, in its existing iQ Based on the auxiliary system, AI-based functions have been added, and mature ones have been incorporated. inject

4.0 The platform will further develop into an interconnected and self-learning production environment. This capability will be demonstrated on-site at the expert corner of the exhibition. 4. 0 The platform will further develop into an interconnected and self-learning production environment. This capability will be demonstrated on-site at the expert corner of the exhibition booth. flow control、iQ melt control iQ motion control These solutions are able to directly intervene in the production process and automatically adjust parameters related to quality and efficiency. For example,iQ weight control It can compensate for fluctuations in material viscosity in real time, ensuring consistency in the quality of the components.iQ clamp control Dynamically adjust the clamping force to reduce mold stress and lower energy consumption.iQ flow control Stable temperature control process iQ melt control Then, monitor the plasticizing process and detect process deviations early. 

For processors, this means obtaining a relatively comprehensive support system, which not only stabilizes the process but also continuously optimizes it.

iQ process observer Utilize artificial intelligence to simultaneously analyze more than 1000 a process parameter, enabling early deviation identification and providing specific operational recommendations.ENGEL Virtual Assistant Can instantly provide equipment-related professional knowledge, based on AI Applications such as the parts finder (quickly identifying spare parts through photos) also provide support. Overall, the system improves cost efficiency in production by reducing waste, increasing equipment availability, and utilizing equipment and human resources more efficiently. 

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Two brands, one promise: to provide suitable production solutions for every customer's needs.

ENGEL Within the groupENGEL WINTEC Targeting different customer needs.ENGEL Targeting application scenarios that require a high degree of integration, process expertise, and personalized system solutions.WINTEC Specializing in stable, standardized, and cost-controlled injection molding solutions. This complementary product portfolio enables processors to flexibly choose the solution that best suits their application, production environment, and investment strategy. For injection molding processors, this means access to technologically optimized production solutions designed to enhance production efficiency, process stability, cost control capabilities, and long-term competitiveness. 

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ENGEL AUSTRIA GmbH

ENGEL One of the leading manufacturers in the plastic machinery industry.ENGEL The group offers a full range of plastic processing technology modules: including thermoplastic and elastomer injection molding machines and automation solutions, where each independent component also has strong competitiveness in the market. With a presence in Europe, North America, Mexico, and Asia (China, South Korea, and India). 12production bases, as well as a global presence 85a country's subsidiaries and representative offices,ENGELProvide comprehensive support to global customers, helping them gain a competitive edge through new technologies and advanced production equipment.

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 Telephone:+43 (0)50 6207 3807 Email:tobias.neumann@engel.at  

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