SHIBAURA MACHINE LWB | Next-Level Molding Days. Turning Technology into Productivity.

On October 28 and 29, 2026, we welcome rubber and plastics processors as well as injection molders to our European Competence Center in Altdorf near Landshut. See how advanced technology ensures safe, efficient, and future-ready processing of thermoplastics, elastomers, and silicone.

Experience advanced solutions. Manage production with confidence - shape the future.

Boost productivity. Prevent downtime. Tackle the shortage of skilled workers. The demands on rubber and plastics processors and injection molders keep growing. SHIBAURA MACHINE LWB | Next-Level Molding Days show how up-to-date production can succeed today and tomorrow.

Discover how SHIBAURA MACHINE LWB sustainably increases output, process reliability, and cost efficiency. Learn about a company that combines Japanese precision with German engineering expertise to deliver end-to-end system competence and a high level of investment security.

Look forward to:

Horizontal and vertical injection molding machines for processing thermoplastics, elastomers, and silicone
Live demonstrations of automated production solutions
Expert presentations on productivity, energy efficiency, and automation
One-on-one talks with specialists in applications, service, and automation
Tours of the production facilities and technical center
Networking with decision-makers from the plastics processing industry

Production Solutions from SHIBAURA MACHINE LWB.

Under the theme “Turning Technology into Productivity,” we will showcase automated production cells and injection molding machines at the SHIBAURA MACHINE LWB | Next-Level Molding Days, right where their benefits become tangible: in live operation. Our experts will explain applications, processes, and optimization opportunities directly at various exhibits.

World Premier LWB MultiStation: A Revolution in Elastomer Production. Productive. Reliable. Future-proof.

The LWB MultiStation revolutionizes rubber manufacturing, making it efficient and flexible. It separates and parallelizes process steps, minimizes downtime, improves workflows, and sustainably increases equipment utilization. The result is higher productivity, stable processes, and maximum flexibility, even when products, materials, and batch sizes change.

A versatile portfolio: All options for your injection molding production.

Whether all-electric, hydraulic, horizontal, or vertical, SHIBAURA MACHINE LWB provides one of the most comprehensive ranges of injection molding machines for thermoplastics, elastomers, and silicone. Designed for precise, cost-efficient, and future-ready manufacturing, each machine is perfectly tailored to meet the demands of rubber and plastics processors as well as injection molders.

Your Benefits (Selection):

Precise processes ensure top-quality results
Efficient technology minimizes energy and operating costs
Robust design and smart networking maximize uptime
Flexible solutions adapt to diverse materials, molds, and automation concepts

Discover the cutting-edge injection molding machines and technologies at the SHIBAURA MACHINE LWB | Next-Level Molding Days. Experience several machines in live operation and explore their features and configuration options:

Fully electric horizontal injection molding machines from the EC-SXIII series, designed for processing thermoplastics with clamping forces ranging from 50 to 350 tons
Hydraulic horizontal injection molding machines from the S-GenXt series, built for processing thermoplastics with clamping forces between 100 and 230 tons
Hydraulic vertical injection molding machines in C-frame, O-frame, and 4-post designs, tailored for processing elastomers and thermoplastics with clamping forces from 50 to 900 tons

These clamping force ranges represent only a fraction of our portfolio. Each series offers a significantly broader spectrum.

Wanted: The Oldest LWB Injection Molding Machine Still in Use

For decades, LWB’s vertical injection molding machines have been synonymous with precision, reliability, and durability. To honor enduring success stories, of our decades long manufacturing capabilities we are looking for “the oldest LWB vertical injection molding machine still in productive use today.” Join us and share your machines success story.

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SHIBAURA MACHINE LWB | Next-Level Molding Days. The Program.

Showgoers can look forward to a diverse program: Experience automated production cells and injection molding machines in live operation, attend expert-driven presentations, explore the plant on guided tours, and exchange ideas with our diverse panel of experts from SHIBAURA MACHINE LWB.

Discover how SHIBAURA MACHINE LWB sustainably increases production output, process reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Get to know a company that combines Japanese precision and German engineering expertise into comprehensive system competence, offering you a high level of investment security.

In addition, an international program of presentations featuring experts from industry and research awaits you. Look forward to exciting insights into the future of injection molding, global market trends in North America, China, India, and Africa, as well as innovative production concepts for plastics and rubber processing.

Here’s what you can look forward to (as of October 1):

Wednesday, October 28

12:00–14:00

Arrival, registration and guided plant tours Light lunch
14:00 – 14:20

Welcome & Outlook Dr. Georg Holzinger, Spokesperson for the Management Board, Shibaura Machine LWB GmbH
14:20 – 14:40

Automation@Vibracoustic: Challenges and Key Technologies Jaime Rodríguez, Senior Director Automation and Innovation, BU MT, Vibracoustic Spain S.A.U.
14:40 – 15:00

One Portfolio. One Partner. Endless Possibilities in Plastics and Rubber Processing Dr. Daniel Ammer · Executive Vice President Global Engineering, Shibaura Machine LWB
15:00 – 15:20

Beyond Electric: How Smart Technologies Unlock the Full Potential of Modern Injection Molding Dr. Martin Kovacik · Executive Vice President Thermoplast, Sales and Service EMEA, Shibaura Machine LWB
15:20 – 15:40

Coffee break
15:40 – 16:00

India & Africa: Market Evolution and Future Opportunities Swamy Narayana · Head International Sales, Shibaura Machine India Private Limited
16:00 – 16:20

Grow Business at the Pace of China's Development Wang Xiaobo · General Manager, United Rubber & Plastic Machinery (Langfang) Ltd.
16:20 – 16:40

MultiStation Goes Linear Dr. Clemens Behmenburg · Executive Vice President Systems & Solutions, Shibaura Machine LWB GmbH
16:40 – 18:00

Guided plant tours and machine demonstrations
From 19:00

Dinner Party Gasthaus Zum Freischütz, Landshut

Thursday, October 29

09:00- 12:00

Guided machine tours and demonstrations, available on request. Please indicate your interest when registering.

Room contingents for our visitors

We have reserved room contingents under the keyword “Molding Days” at the following hotels, both for stays from October 27 to October 29, 2026, and for the overnight stay from October 28 to October 29, 2026.

Hotel Golde Sonne (Karl Beier GmbH)
Neustadt 520, 84028 Landshut
Phone: +49 871 9253-0
E-Mail: info@goldenesonne.de
Web: https://www.goldenesonne.de/
Single room at the special rate of €99.90
Double room for single occupancy at the special rate of €119.90

Michel Hotel Landshut Kaiserhof
Papierstraße 2, 84034 Landshut
Phone: +49 871 430990
E-Mail: info@michelhotellandshut.com
Web: https://michelhotellandshut.com/
Comfort double room at the rate of €89 including breakfast

SHIBAURA MACHINE LWB: The Venue in Altdorf near Landshut

Join the SHIBAURA MACHINE LWB | Next-Level Molding Days at our European Center of Excellence. Experience development, manufacturing, automation, and service, all seamlessly integrated under one roof in Germany. Meet our experts and explore the inner workings of cutting-edge production solutions.

Our headquarters are located in Altdorf near Landshut, northeast of Munich. We have ample parking spaces available on our company premises. From Munich Airport (about 35 km), the drive to our headquarters takes about 30 minutes. The main train station in Landshut is about 3 km away.

Adress: Sonnenring 35, 84032 Altdorf near Landshut

Evening location

Our evening event takes place at Trausnitzt castle. It is one of the most significant landmarks in the city, was built in the 13th century and served as the residence of the dukes of lower Bavaria. The castle played a vital role in the city’s defense and was also a central location for the famous Landshuter Hochzeit festival, which celebrates the wedding of Duke George the Rich and Hedwig Jagiellonica in 1475. It is now a museum that houses an impressive collection of arts and historical artifacts. Overall, Landshut is a well-known city in Bavaria, Germany, with a rich history dating back to the 12th century. It grew in importance and became a center of trade and commerce over the centuries. Visitors to Landshut can explore the castle and other landmarks and immerse themselves in the city’s rich culture and history.

SHIBAURA MACHINE LWB | Next-Level Molding Days. Discover the future of injection molding technology.

Join us in Altdorf near Landshut on October 28 and 29 to see how SHIBAURA MACHINE LWB turns technology into measurable productivity.

The number of spots is limited. Register now for free and book a personal consultation with one of our experts in advance.