Italian plastics processor takes over competitor Meccanica

Acquisition of Finnish extrusion specialist / Deal will broaden global reach of both firms

Global activities expanded / New branches in China, India and Russia

Expansion of Chinese operations completed / Strong demand for hot runner systems in Asia

New premises planned in Sneek / Relocation expected in late 2018

Opening of new HQ in the USA / Machine manufacturer stays on track for growth / CEO re-elected

Extended joint global marketing effort with Roctool / Firms will promote combined injection moulding machinery technology

Several new orders from "Chinaplas" and Asia trip / Sales totalling more than EUR 10m

Plastics recycling systems manufacturer expands assembly facility / Production processes restructured

Investments in various expansion projects worldwide / Rising demand, particularly for automation technology

Period of grace for Ferromatic production in Malterdingen / Development and Marketing divisions to be relocated, too?

World market leader in injection moulding technology posts record sales again / Further expansion in Austria and Asia

Robotics expansions in France and the USA / Training centre to be relocated and extended

Consolidation of DME mould tooling operations in the USA

Netstal PET line supplied to leading Thai drinks company