12 Molding Machine Manufacturers in 2024
This section provides an overview for molding machines as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 12 molding machine manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked molding machine companies as of April, 2024: 1.Shibaura Machine.
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What Is Molding Machinery?
Injection molding machinery is well known as molding machinery for plastics, but there are also press molding machines that create shapes by applying pressure, blow molding machines that create shapes by air pressure, and molding machines that use simple molds (e.g., lost wax machines).
Besides plastics, metals can also be molded. Die cast molding of aluminum and zinc can be done automatically, which often leads to cost reductions during mass production.
Uses of Molding Machinery
Molding machinery is used to mold materials to fit a mold.
Molding machines are often used when the annual production volume is large or the lot size is large. Most plastic products sold at 100-yen stores are manufactured using molding machines, because the unit price can be reduced by using molding machines. They are also used for design parts, which are becoming more demanding, since even complex shapes can be easily produced.
Aluminum die-cast parts, which are molded from aluminum, are widely used in automobile engines, internal components of measuring instruments, and tobira.
Principle of Molding Machinery
Mass production molding machinery, one type of molding machinery, is very expensive, ranging from several thousand dollars to tens of thousands of dollars, due to the robustness of the molds and other components. Therefore, it is necessary to produce a sufficient quantity of molds to amortize them. In addition, when a mold is changed due to a shape change, at least several hundred hundred dollars is required because of the labour hours required to remove the mold from the molding machinery and process it. To address these issues, there is a method in which the mold is divided into sections and only the necessary sections are taken out for modification. This method not only shortens the modification period but also reduces the cost of modification.
If the quantity is not large but the shape is complex and cutting is difficult, a simple molding machine is used to produce the product at a low cost. This equipment can produce only a few to several dozen pieces, but has the advantage of making the molds inexpensive. It is also possible to make multiple simple molds by producing a master.
Recently, a pressure forming method called "press forming" is increasingly used in sheet metal processing. Although there are some restrictions on the shape, mass production is possible at a low cost, and shape changes can be accommodated with relative flexibility. For example, drawing, one of the forming processes, requires a welding process, which used to be expensive, but now it reduces the cost of parts and improves the shape stability of products.
List of 12 Molding Machine Manufacturers
*Including some distributors, etc.
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The Japan Steel Works, LTD.
Multilayer Blow Molding Machine
Manufacturer Overview
The Japan Steel Works, LTD., founded in Tokyo, Japan, in 1907 is a manufacturer of plastic machinery products and plastic molding machines, as well as IT and defense products. The company's product portfolio includes Spinning Extruders, Film and Sheet Manufacturing Equipment, Polyolefin Pelletizers, Magnesium Injection Molding Machines and hot presses. The company serves markets including Automotive and Electric Vehicles, Renewable Energy and Energy Storage and Electronics and IT Infrastructure. The company has a national distribution network and a customer support center.
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DAYA MACHINERY
Injection molding machine
Manufacturer Overview
DAYA MACHINERY, founded in 2005 and headquartered in Ningbo City, China, is a manufacturer of plastic injection molding machines. The company has introduced various series of plastic injection molding machines to serve various applications. These include general classic series comprising the fixed displacement and the automated injection molding machine for producing multi-color products; high-speed injection molding machines for producing thin-wall food containers; PET preform injection machine series for making all types of PET bottles; and servo motor injection molding machines for making precision parts. The company also manufactures various models based on the client's requirements and exports to customers worldwide.
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Yumoto Precision Machinery
Injection Molding Machines
Manufacturer Overview
Yumoto Precision Machinery, located in Ningbo, China, is a manufacturer of plastic injection molding machines. The company has developed more than 10 models of plastic injection molding machines, including 110t, 140t, 170t, 210t, 250t, 280t, 350t, 450t, 550t, 650T, 750t, and 950t, with variation in the material used and specs. These injection molding machines are used in electronics, electrical appliances, auto parts, construction materials, and medical equipment, among other applications. The company supplies these new molding machines to customers in China and other Asian countries, such as Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, and South Korea.
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Tederic Global
Injection molding machine
Manufacturer Overview
Tederic Global, formerly founded in 2003 as Tederic Machinery Co., Ltd., is an injection molding machine manufacturer based in China. Today, the company is spread over two major business verticals (machine manufacturing and customer service) and has four global subsidiaries in Brazil, Mexico, Portugal, and South Korea. The company’s product portfolio covers several lines, including electric, toggle, dual-platen, and multifaceted injection molding machines. The company caters to various industries, including packaging, automotive, electrical, medical, construction, and more.
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CHAP Machinery Manufacturing Company
Rubber Injection Molding Machine
Manufacturer Overview
CHAP Machinery Manufacturing Company, founded in 2004 and located in Ningbo City, Zhejiang Province, China, is a global manufacturer of rubber molding machines designed to produce rubber compounds for hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical engineering applications. The company's product catalog includes plate rubber vulcanizing machines, rubber transfer molding machines, vacuum rubber vulcanizing machines, and compression molding machines. It also accepts requests for custom rubber machines, including tire valve vulcanizing machines, rubber gaskets vulcanizing machines, and rubber butyl stopper press machines.
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Ningbo SURUI Machinery Co., Ltd.
INJECTION MOLDING MACHINE
Manufacturer Overview
Ningbo Surui Machinery Co., Ltd., established in 2006, is a renowned manufacturer specializing in precision machinery and equipment for various industries. Their cutting-edge solutions cater to a wide range of sectors, including automotive, electronics, packaging, and medical industries.With a strong emphasis on delivering superior quality and innovative technologies, the company offers an extensive product lineup, including advanced injection molding machines, state-of-the-art mold temperature controllers, and a comprehensive range of auxiliary equipment.
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Shibaura Machine
Injection Molding Machines
Manufacturer Overview
Initially established in 1938, Shibaura Machine has three-quarters of a century providing Comprehensive technology and supporting the “monozukuri” of the world. With the technical and development capabilities of the Shibaura Machine Group, various machines and services create rich value and contribute to the creation of an industrial base. Working on the eight technical platforms, they develop and manufacture a wide range of production devices that meet the needs of the times, delivering the best solutions by combining our accumulated excellent know-how and the latest technology. Shibaura Machine uses its knowledge of modern global standards of advanced technology to support Japan and the world.
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BE Machinery Inc.
Injection molding machine
Manufacturer Overview
BE Machinery Inc. was established in 1978 and is a manufacturer of big injection molding machines, aluminum extrusion presses, and die-casting equipment. Types of injection molding equipment are available: an electric 2 platen, a servo-hydraulic 2 platen, and all-electric toggles. The extrusion presses for aluminum and copper are indirect & direct single-action and short-stroke hybrid direct. The machines for die-casting come in medium, large, and hybrid sizes. The business offers controller upgrades, machine retrofits, and specialized training programs. The corporation has offices in the USA, Mexico, Brazil, Japan, India, and Germany.
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Manufacturer Overview
ENGEL, headquartered in Schwertberg, Austria, is one of the globally leading companies in plastics processing machines. From individual injection moulding machines to integrated and automated production cells, ENGEL offers customised solutions for thermoplastic, thermoset and elastomer processing from a single source. ENGEL injection moulding solutions are used, for example, to manufacture automotive components, housings and other parts for electrical and electronic products, household goods, toys and leisure articles, packaging, and products for medical technology and health care. ENGEL's leading market position is founded on two cornerstones: on the one hand, high-technology business that initiates permanent further development and on the other hand, large-scale production to make our cost-intensive development work financially affordable. With nine production plants in Europe, North America and Asia, as well as subsidiaries and representatives in more than 85 countries, ENGEL has a global presence. From its foundation in 1945 to the present day, ENGEL has always been 100 percent family-owned.
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NINGBO SHUANGSHENG PLASTIC MACHINERY CO.,LTD.
Injection Molding Machines
Manufacturer Overview
Ningbo Shuangsheng Plastic Machinery Co., Ltd., was founded in 2002 and is a manufacturer specializing in precision-engineered plastic machinery and equipment. The company is based in Ningbo City, China, and offer a diverse portfolio of cutting-edge plastic injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment, and associated accessories. Their state-of-the-art solutions cater to a wide spectrum of industries, including automotive, packaging, electronics, and household appliances. With a strong aim on technological innovation and advancements, they have earned a place as a supplier in the global plastic machinery market.
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Chia Ming Machinery Co., Ltd.
blow molding machines
Company Overview
Chia Ming Machinery Co. Ltd, founded in 1993 and headquartered in Taichung, Taiwan, is an ISO 9001:2000 certified manufacturer and supplier of blow molding machines and co-extrusion machines. The company’s product line includes plastic stretch blow molding machines, PET-2-stage stretch blow molding machines, extrusion blow molding machines, and extrusion blow molding machines. All these products are CE-marked and benefit industries such as packaging, automotive, construction, medical supplies, cleaning supplies, and many more. Thanks to its extensive network of distributors and agents, the company's products are available on five continents and in over 70 countries worldwide.
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Company Overview
Dakumar, founded in 2007 and based in Yinzhou, Ningbo, China, is a manufacturer and supplier of plastic injection molding machines. The company’s product catalog includes plastic injection machinery, plastic machinery spare parts, plastic injection molds, plastic injection molding parts, and auxiliary equipment. For driving methods, these injection molding machines are divided into three types: hydraulic, electric, and hybrid machines. As a global brand, the company has a well-established distributor network in more than 120 countries and serves fields, such as food packaging, home appliance, automotive, medical, and many more.
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Molding Machine Manufacturer Ranking
*Including some distributors, etc.Ranking as of April 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
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| 1 | Dakumar |
75.0%
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| 2 | Shibaura Machine |
25.0%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the molding machine page as of April 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
- The Japan Steel Works, LTD.: 5,329
- Shibaura Machine: 3,049
- NINGBO SHUANGSHENG PLASTIC MACHINERY CO.,LTD.: 60
Newly Established Company
- Tederic Global: 2008 (16 years ago)
- Dakumar: 2007 (17 years ago)
- Ningbo SURUI Machinery Co., Ltd.: 2006 (18 years ago)
Company with a History
- The Japan Steel Works, LTD.: 1907 (117 years ago)
- ENGEL: 1945 (79 years ago)
- Shibaura Machine: 1949 (75 years ago)
Global Distribution of Molding Machine Manufacturers by Country
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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China
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6 | 66.7% |
Japan
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2 | 22.2% |
Taiwan
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1 | 11.1% |
