Technology Focus: Monitoring and Simulation

CoreTech System (Moldex3D)
248.946.4570
www.moldex3d.com

CoreTech Systems, through its Moldex3D solutions, Farmington Hills, Michigan, is a global independent molding CAE solution provider that is spearheading the integration of AI into injection molding. With platforms like Moldiverse and tools such as MoldiBot and iSLM, the company delivers automation, optimization and intelligent support across the entire mold development cycle. Moldex3D leverages AI for gate design, mold evaluation, cooling channel design and real-time process optimization. The AI Optimization Wizard and Molding Window Advisor simplify complex simulation tasks and trial molding. By embedding AI and digital twin technologies into manufacturing, CoreTech enables faster, smarter and more cost-effective production. It marks a major step toward fully realizing Industry 4.0 in plastics injection molding.

CyFrame
514.693.0999
www.cyframe.com

CyFrame, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, specializes in management software solutions and is designed to help plastics processors scale up their operations. CyFrame’s live monitoring system offers an intuitive, cost-effective data acquisition solution fully integrated with ERP components. Plastics processors’ profits are made or lost on their shop floors; therefore, real-time, live key performance metrics readily display production performance to allow for immediate course corrections in support of maximizing production profitability and on-time delivery. Designed for plastics molders and extruders of all sizes, CyFrame’s ERP solution tracks production quantities, efficiency, material lot numbers, rejects, downtime and set-up. With real-time insights and executive-level reporting, it drives precise decision-making to enhance overall efficiency and profitability.

DELMIAWorks, Dassault Systèmes
800.693.9000
www.delmiaworks.com

DELMIAWorks, Dassault Systèmes, Waltham, Massachusetts, knows reliable machine connectivity is at the heart of all manufacturing execution system (MES) production and process monitoring. The DELMIAWorks 2025 Release adds Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT) to its portfolio of machine connectivity standards. The MQTT lightweight message-subscribe protocol particularly is well suited for low-bandwidth, high latency or unreliable networks since its managed send-receive verification services ensure validated message delivery. MQTT complements DELMIAWorks’ OPC Unified Architecture offering; both industry standards are recognized for reliability and embedded security. DELMIAWorks also provides machine interface units (MIUs) to retrofit older equipment with MES connectivity.

INCOE Corporation
248.616.0220
www.INCOE.com

INCOE Corporation, Auburn Hills, Michigan, is a full-service hot runner supplier. In addition to hot runner systems, INCOE provides complete hot runner solutions, including training, Mold Flow Analysis, service, hot runner temperature controllers and valve-gate sequence controllers. The controller technology ranges based on the molder’s requirements, from basic to advanced. All versions of temperature controllers have PIDD, soft start and advanced features to assure accurate power output and monitoring.

Intouch Monitoring
231.903.0119
www.intouchmonitoring.com

Intouch Monitoring is headquartered in the United Kingdom and has an office in Rosemont, Illinois, specializing in low-cost, user-friendly production monitoring tools designed to help manufacturers reduce downtime and boost efficiency. Its software is quick to implement and easy for teams to adopt, providing real-time visibility into production performance. With accurate data at customers’ fingertips, it’s easier to identify issues, improve processes and increase output. Trusted by manufacturers across a range of processes, Intouch’s solution is scalable and adaptable to its customers’ needs. It offers a 60-day free trial, allowing companies to see the benefits firsthand
before deciding.

Krevera
617.417.1919
www.krevera.com

Krevera, Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in automated defect detection and reduction in plastics injection molding, with a focus on IMLs. Krevera unveils a new monitoring and simulation tool designed to transform plastics manufacturing. Its AI vision system delivers 100% process monitoring, outcomes tracking and live mold degradation monitoring to ensure consistent quality. It examines every part in real time and automatically adjusts production settings to reduce waste and defects. By leveraging simulated training data and live analytics, Krevera technology streamlines operations, cuts downtime and lowers labor costs. This innovative solution optimizes the injection molding process and boosts overall efficiency. Krevera is proud to support smart, high-quality manufacturing for the plastics industry.

Kruse Training
239.351.7428
www.krusetraining.com

Kruse Training, Naples, Florida, a pioneer in cutting-edge educational methodologies, has launched its Molding Expert Injection Molding Virtual Reality (VR) application. The VR tool is a cornerstone of Kruse Training’s eLearning platform, designed to recruit and develop a highly skilled engineering workforce through immersive virtual reality training methods. By integrating VR into eLearning frameworks, companies can prepare their workforce for future technological shifts while driving immediate results in innovation and efficiency. This tool levels the playing field for small- and medium-sized enterprises by providing training resources that once were the domain of larger competitors.

Progressive Components
800.269.6653
www.procomps.com

Progressive Components, Wauconda, Illinois, specializes in advanced mold monitoring and management solutions for the production tooling industry. Its comprehensive line of monitoring devices and tags integrates with ProFile software, enabling data-driven decision-making by providing access to crucial information, such as asset location, asset management, preventive maintenance, work orders, cloud-based file sharing and real-time data. With products ranging from mechanical CounterViews and electronic CVe Monitors to the new CVe Access and CVe Real-Time, Progressive offers the solutions needed to increase productivity, optimize performance and enhance an organization’s profitability.