Press release submitted on Brink Molds & Automation
BRINK Molds & Automation impresses at K 2025 with innovations in IML automation and record cycle times
With several exhibits and running production lines, BRINK Molds & Automation impressively demonstrated its expertise in IML automation and extremely fast cycle times at this year’s K trade fair in Düsseldorf. The world’s largest plastics trade fair, which once again attracted a high level of international participation – with 76 percent of visitors coming from abroad – provided the company with an ideal stage for its technological highlights.
BRINK’s strong presence was particularly striking: in addition to its own booth, in collaboration with Stork IMM, the company was also represented with exhibits at the booths of machine manufacturers Arburg and Netstal. This strategic placement enabled broad visibility across the entire exhibition grounds.
“Our focus is on highly dynamic injection molding solutions and IML automation for thin-walled packaging – particularly with regard to cycle time reduction, material savings, and energy efficiency,” explained Matthias Arping, International Sales Manager at BRINK. “The increased demand for weight-optimized packaging solutions and reduced operating costs has clearly determined our development work.”
One highlight was the production cell for a classic 1-liter round bucket, presented jointly with Netstal. The 4-cavity mold achieved a total cycle time of only 3.8 seconds, including in-mold labeling (IML). The produced part weighed only 22.80 grams – another step towards resource efficiency.
In cooperation with Arburg, BRINK also presented innovative solutions for automation and efficiency improvement, with which the company intends to further expand its market leadership in the field of high-speed IML.
BRINK and Arburg present innovative injection compression molding solution for energy-efficient packaging production
BRINK Molds & Automation and its partner Arburg presented a genuine innovation at this year’s K trade fair: For the first time, a round bucket with a tamper-evident closure and sleeve was produced using the injection compression molding process – a forward-looking application that specifically addresses rising energy and material costs.
“Thanks to the injection compression molding (ICM) concept, we can significantly reduce energy consumption,” explains Matthias Arping, International Sales Manager at BRINK. “Compared to conventional injection molding, we need around 20% less clamping force and about 40% less injection pressure. This has a direct impact on overall energy efficiency.” Another advantage is that the process allows materials with a lower MFR (melt flow rate) to be processed, which opens up additional flexibility in the choice of materials.
The 4-cavity system shown ran with a total cycle time of just 4 seconds, including in-mold labeling (IML). The weight of the round bucket produced was only 11.9 grams – despite the integrated safety feature (temper evident) and decorative sleeve.
With this application, Arburg and BRINK are sending a strong signal in the direction of resource-saving and at the same time highly productive packaging technology – a topic that is becoming increasingly relevant in view of rising raw material and energy costs.
BRINK Molds & Automation showcases high-performance packaging solutions for large-volume applications at K trade fair
At its own booth, in collaboration with Stork IMM, BRINK Molds & Automation presented another impressive demonstration of its expertise in the field of high-performance tools and IML automation: In addition to an 8-cavity mold for the production of silicone cartridges, a production cell for 5-liter round buckets with integrated handle assembly was also on display – an example of efficient large packaging solutions with added value.
The 2-cavity mold on display produced the 5-liter bucket including in-mold labeling (IML) and direct handle assembly in a cycle time of just 5.9 seconds. Despite its large volume, the bucket weighs only 138 grams – further proof of BRINK’s expertise in combining lightweight construction, speed, and automation.
BRINK Molds & Automation, based in the Netherlands, is one of the leading suppliers of high-performance molds and automation solutions for the packaging industry. The company specializes in molds with extremely short cycle times, in-mold labeling (IML) systems, and fully integrated production solutions – especially for thin-walled packaging, technical parts, and large-volume applications.
With its solutions, BRINK responds specifically to current challenges facing the industry, including rising raw material prices, high energy costs, and the growing demand for sustainable, lightweight packaging. The 5-liter application presented at the K trade fair impressively demonstrates how efficiency, functionality, and design can be intelligently combined.
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