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Your Injection Molding Machines deserve a Digital Upgrade – without any new investment

Capture Data from Injection Molding Machines

Your Injection Molding Machines are running — but do you really know how efficiently?

Whether from Arburg, Engel, KraussMaffei, Wittmann Battenfeld, Demag, BOY, Haitian, Fanuc  or other manufacturers, many production companies in Germany still rely on dependable but often non-transparent injection molding machines from a wide range of brands and machine generations.

But whether you operate a modern system or an older injection molding machine, the questions remain the same: How productive is the machine really? Where is time being lost without anyone noticing? And what is the actual energy consumption?

Especially with older injection molding machine, the data foundation required for informed decision-making is often missing. Different control systems, cycle types, and machine generations can make it difficult to centrally monitor and analyze an entire machine fleet.

This is exactly where Novo AI comes in.

With a manufacturer-independent AI sensor system and the WatchMen platform, every injection molding machine becomes visible in real time — without any intervention in the machine control system or complex IT integration.

Our solution captures machine states, cycles, runtimes, idle periods, downtime, and energy consumption directly at the machine — from the Arburg Allrounder and Engel duo to the Haitian Mars series.

Even machines that are more than 30 years old can be digitally retrofitted quickly and easily with immediate benefits — without interrupting production.

Because your machines do not need to be new — they simply need to become measurably better.

No Matter the Machine Age or Manufacturer — We Retrofit Your Injection Molding Machines

Whether you operate injection molding machines from Arburg, Engel, KraussMaffei, Sumitomo (SHI) Demag, Wittmann Battenfeld, BOY, Haitian, Negri Bossi, Ferromatik Milacron, Fanuc, Toshiba, JSW, Dr. Boy, Italpresse, MAPLAN, Sandretto, Stork, Chen Hsong, LK Machinery, Tederic, Windsor, Hemscheidt, Battenfeld, Netstal, Hüller Hille, Welltec, Niigata, Toyo, Demag Ergotech, Ankerwerk, SIG Maschinenbau, Mir, Klöckner Ferromatic, or even discontinued brands such as Satra, Battenfeld Austria, Anker, Hemscheidt Maschinenbau, or Heinz Weiler, Novo AI can help you digitize and monitor them with ease.

Perhaps your machine fleet consists of a mix of different generations, control systems, clamping forces, and automation levels — from older hydraulic two-platen machines to modern all-electric high-speed injection molding systems.

No problem. With Novo AI, you can retrofit all of these machines quickly, safely, and without costly modifications or direct integration into the machine control system.

Our AI sensors are mounted externally on the machine, regardless of its type, condition, or age. They capture high-resolution vibration signals, cycle data, and energy consumption directly at the machine and transmit this information in real time to the central WatchMen platform — or, if preferred, directly into your ERP or MES system.

Whether it's an Arburg Allrounder from the 1990s, a highly automated Engel duo, a Haitian Jupiter with 1,200 tons of clamping force, or a refurbished KraussMaffei machine, we make every injection molding machine visible and comparable — across manufacturers, retroactively, and without requiring IT expertise on your side.

Your machine fleet becomes a unified digital production system — standardized, energy-efficient, and future-proof.

Injection molding machines, plastic molding machine, injection molding system, all-electric injection molding machines, hydraulic injection molding machines — equipment from manufacturers such as Arburg, Engel, KraussMaffei, Haitian, Fanuc, Battenfeld, Netstal, or Demag can be retrofitted with Novo AI AI sensors to capture and analyze machine data, cycle performance, machine utilization, downtime, and energy consumption in real time.

Capture Data from Injection Molding Machines

Capture Data from Injection Molding Machines

Fast & Simple Retrofit — Even Without an IT Team

Many plastics manufacturers operating injection molding machines face the same challenge:

"We don't have our own IT department, and our employees aren't digitalization experts – how is this supposed to work?"

The answer: With Novo AI, it's not a problem.

Our AI sensor can be installed on an injection molding machine in less than 15 minutes — without interfering with the machine control system, without specialized knowledge, and without any risk to warranties or machine functionality.

All you need is:

✅ A power connection

✅ A Wi-Fi connection or LAN port

The sensor is mounted externally on your injection molding machine — no opening of the machine, no PLC connection, and no impact on warranty coverage.

And after that? Everything runs automatically.

The sensor transmits captured machine data to the central WatchMen platform in real time. There, you can instantly see:

👉 What your injection molding machine is doing right now — live, clearly visualized, and easy to understand.

Typical machine states captured include:

  • Productive (cycle running, part being molded)
  • Setup (mold changes, material preparation)
  • Idle (machine ready but waiting for a start signal)
  • Unplanned downtime (e.g. machine fault, material blockage)
  • Planned stop (breaks, shift changes)
  • Maintenance and servicing
  • Run-down or cooling phase
  • Setup mode / test injection cycles
  • Standby / energy-saving mode

Whether you operate an Arburg Allrounder from 1998, an Engel duo with fully integrated handling systems, or a modern Haitian Mars series machine, the retrofit process is always simple and straightforward.

And if you ever need assistance?

We support you every step of the way — on-site or via remote support.

No IT expertise is required. The solution works even if you've managed production using paper records, Excel spreadsheets, and operator experience until now.

✅ No programming

✅ No IT configuration

✅ No risk

👉 Simply get started — and immediately see what your injection molding machines are really capable of.

Capture Data from Injection Molding Machines

Capture Data from Injection Molding Machines

Capture Data from Injection Molding Machines

Capture Data from Injection Molding Machines

Direct ERP Integration — For Seamless Production Workflows

Do you already use an ERP system such as SAP, proALPHA, ABAS, Microsoft Dynamics, PSIpenta, Infor, Oxaion, or an industry-specific solution? Perfect – because that is exactly where your machine data should be available.

With Novo AI, connecting your injection molding machines to your ERP system is simple and efficient. Our WatchMen platform was designed from the ground up to be open, flexible, and fully compatible:

✅ Integration via API or standardized ERP connectors

✅ Automatic transfer of production, machine state, and energy data

✅ Compatible with existing infrastructures – without complex modifications

✅ Optional collaboration with your ERP provider or IT system integrator

As soon as our AI sensor is installed on your injection molding machines, it transmits relevant information to WatchMen in real time – from cycle times and machine states to downtime and cycle analysis. This data can be made available directly in your ERP system for applications such as:

  • Production and order feedback
  • Productivity analysis and performance monitoring
  • Cost calculation and controlling
  • Energy consumption and CO₂ reporting
  • Live dashboards for management, planning, and operations teams

You decide which data is transferred, where it is sent, how detailed it should be, and how frequently it is updated.

We work closely with your team, ERP provider, or external partners to implement a practical ERP integration tailored to your existing IT landscape and operational requirements.

Building Trust — Injection Molding Machines in Focus, People at the Center

Digital transparency is the foundation of every modern production environment — but it also raises questions: “What exactly is being captured? Who can see the data? And is this about control?”

At Novo AI, one thing is at the center: improving your machine performance and production processes. Our AI sensor delivers objective data about machine runtimes, cycle times, energy consumption, cycle deviations, and more — without changing the control system or interfering with the machine itself.

Many production employees today work based on experience, routine, and intuition. That works — until something gets out of control: a machine stops, cycle times break down, or a part is rejected. In those moments, the one critical piece of information needed to make the right decision immediately is often missing.

This is exactly where WatchMen helps.

Our platform shows in real time what is happening in production — transparent, understandable, and straight to the point. This allows employees on the shopfloor to:

  • identify problems faster
  • understand why a machine is running idle
  • see how efficiently parts are currently being manufactured
  • proactively adapt their way of working instead of reacting afterward

Managers, in turn, receive a tool that enables them to:

  • analyze processes objectively
  • make decisions based on facts
  • support teams more effectively
  • develop improvement ideas together with employees

👉 The data shows causes instead of symptoms
👉 It makes relationships visible that previously remained hidden
👉 It helps ask the right questions — instead of searching for someone to blame

And that is exactly what creates trust.

Because when everyone in the team understands how their work contributes to overall performance, a new and stronger collaboration emerges — based on facts instead of assumptions.

The WatchMen platform reduces pressure instead of creating it.

It helps avoid downtime, increase productivity — and above all: make everyday work simpler and clearer.

Capture Data from Injection Molding Machines

Capture Data from Injection Molding Machines

Capture Data from Injection Molding Machines

Capture Data from Injection Molding Machines

Get Started Now — Without Risk and With Full Cost Transparency

Getting started with digital transparency for your injection molding machines does not need to become a large-scale project.

Quite the opposite: With Novo AI, you can start small and see measurable results immediately — without major investment pressure.

Our solution is modular and scalable step by step.

That means:

You can begin with just one injection molding machine — whether from Arburg, Engel, KraussMaffei, or Wittmann Battenfeld — and experience the benefits directly in your day-to-day production environment.

Even a single AI sensor provides valuable insights into machine runtimes, idle phases, cycle times, and energy consumption.

Your advantages when getting started:

✅ Low entry costs through pilot projects

Our starter packages are specifically designed for testing individual machines — without long-term commitments and without risk.

✅ Funding programs and support available

Together, we evaluate whether you qualify for regional or national digitalization funding programs. We actively support you with the application process and project documentation.

✅ Grow at your own pace

Once you experience the benefits, you can expand the retrofit to additional machines whenever you choose — with a transparent cost structure and a practical rollout plan.

Most of our customers report concrete “aha moments” after just a few days:

👉 Where energy is being lost

👉 Where cycle times fluctuate

👉 Where small process adjustments create significant improvements

The fact that Novo AI has also been presented with exactly this approach at events such as the Produktionsleiter-Forum underlines the industry's trust in our solution.

Getting started with data-driven plastics manufacturing has never been this simple — or this secure.

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Which Machines Does Novo AI Support?

DMG MORI, Mazak, Okuma, Haas Automation, Makino, JTEKT, GF Machining Solutions, Trumpf, Hurco, EMAG, CHIRON, MAG / MAG IAS, Hardinge, Amada, TSINFA, Sodick, Methods Machine Tools, Jyoti CNC Automation, Fanuc, Siemens, TRUMPF

Learn more: Capture Data from CNC Machines

TRUMPF, AMADA, Bystronic, Durma, Baykal, SafanDarley, Gasparini, Jorns, Hämmerle, EHT, LVD, Danobat, BLM Group, FACCIN, DAVI, WAFIOS, NUMALLIANCE, Herber, YLM, CML, REMS, Bernardo, KNUTH, HEZINGER, Stierli-Bieger, Altendorf, RAS, Pedax, AMB PICOT, Holzmann, Epple, LECHNER, HSM, TRACTO-TECHNIK, KRENN, BJZ, RASI, Vingriai, Reinhard Klein

Learn more: Capture Data from Bending Machines

TRUMPF, AMADA, Bystronic, Durma, SafanDarley, LVD, Baykal, Gasparini, Hämmerle, EHT, Jorns, CoastOne, Prima Power, Yawei, Ermaksan, Cincinnati, HACO, Deratech, Schröder, Ermaksan, JFY, Yangli, VLB Group, Dener, Vimercati, Dimeco, IMAC, G.A.D.E., Bernardo, KNUTH, Stierli-Bieger, HEZINGER, BLEMA, Epple, Holzmann, BPR, STR, Danobat, Eisele, Colly, Schechtl, HACO-Kingsland, RICO, Beyeler (heute Bystronic), Pullmax, Pivatic, Darley, UZMA, RASI, Reinhard Klein, Vingriai, LVD-EHT, Hämmerle, Metallkraft, Biegetechnik Müller, MUBEA

Learn more: Capture Data from Press Brakes

Union, TOS Varnsdorf, Scharmann, Dörries Scharmann, Wotan, Pama, JUARISTI, SORALUCE, FPT, Lazzati, Skoda, Ingersoll, Giddings & Lewis, Lucas, HBM Machines, Toshiba, Asquith, Berthiez, Lymco, You Ji, Kira, Nomura, Dainichi, Alesa Monti, Sacem, Sacem-Greda, FERMAT, Kuraki, Zayer, Huller Hille, SIP, Stanko, Binns & Berry, Devlieg, Kearns-Richards, Henri Line, Niles-Simmons, Colgar, Comev, Giana, Jobs, San Rocco, Heckert, Cincinnati Gilbert, Rambaudi, Csepel, Tos Hostivar, Mecof, Sachman, Hüller Hille, Mandelli, MTE, Boehringer, Rambaudi, Froriep, Naxos Union

Learn more: Capture Data from Drilling Machines

DMG MORI, Gildemeister, Mazak, EMAG, Okuma, Haas, Weiler, INDEX, Doosan, Spinner, Hyundai WIA, Takisawa, Colchester, Tornos, Hwacheon, Hardinge, Biglia, Monforts, Schaublin, Mischungen aus modernen CNC-Zentren und älteren manuellen Maschinen

Learn more: Capture Data from Turning Machines (Lathes)

Fräsmaschinen von DMG MORI, Mazak, Hermle, HAAS, Okuma, Chiron, Makino, Hurco, Deckel Maho, Heller, Bridgeport, Kearney & Trecker, Schaublin, Gildemeister, Matsuura, Doosan, Cincinnati, Aciera, Emco, Hwacheon, Spinner, Colchester, Mikron, Fehlmann, Lagun, Hartford, Fexac, Weiler, Maho, Kondia, Sigma, Kitamura, Leadwell, ZPS, Toshiba, TOS, MTE, Deckel, Rambaudi, Giddings & Lewis

Learn more: Capture Data from Milling Machines

TRUMPF, Bystronic, AMADA, Mazak, LVD, Prima Power, Mitsubishi Electric, Eagle, HSG Laser, Bodor, Han’s Laser, Trotec, Coherent (Rofin), IPG Photonics, Raycus, Ermaksan, Cincinnati, MicroStep, HGTech, Golden Laser, Salvagnini, Dener, Yawei, Durma, Baykal, Dreis & Krump, Tanaka, Farley Laserlab, ACL, Koike, Penta Laser, Senfeng, Bylaser, ESAB Lasertec, Laserlab, Haco-Laser, HF Laser, Optonics, Mischung aus CO₂-Anlagen, modernen Faserlasern, fliegender Optik, Portalmaschine, Kombianlagen mit automatischer Be- und Entladung

Learn more: Capture Data from Laser Cutting Machines

Ekato, Netzsch, Ystral, Lödige, Drais, IKA, Hosokawa Micron, BHS-Sonthofen, Zeppelin Systems, Mixaco, VMI, Lindor, Winkworth, Silverson, Hockmeyer, Gericke, B&P Littleford, Amixon, Charles Ross & Son, Morton, PerMix, Henschel, Bühler, Lodige Process Technology, Hüttlin, Volkmann, Maschinenfabrik Gustav Eirich, Fielder, Diosna, Vortex, Lodige, Hüttlin, Hecht, Bepex, Matcon, Forberg, Romaco, Bohle, Teagle, Kemutec, Processall, Omga-Mix, Scott Turbon, Jaygo, Nauta, Lodige Werke, Eppensteiner, Mischtechnik Schwab, Allgaier, Alpine, MÜLLER Mischtechnik, Schugi, Littleford Day, Collette, Kestner, WAB Willy A. Bachofen

Learn more: Capture Data from Mixing and Stirring Machines

Behringer, KASTO, MEBA, Amada, Kaltenbach, Bomar, Beka-Mak, Ficep, Everising, Trennjaeger, Danobat, Pedrazzoli, Eisele, Hyd-Mech, Imet, Soitaab, Berg & Schmid, Pressta-Eisele, Rusch, Julia, Emmegi, Cosen, ExactCut, MACC, Tecnomac, Nishijimax, HUVEMA, Rusch, MEP, BSM, BTM, KMT, Voortman, Bianco, DoAll, Friggi, Thomas, SABI, Karmetal, Peddinghaus, Forte, Pegic, Kaltmeier, Säge-Union, Schanbacher, RASOMA, PNK-Maschinenbau

Learn more: Capture Data from Sawing Machines (Saws)

Schuler, Aida, Andritz Kaiser, Bruderer, Erfurt, SEYI, Komatsu, Mecfond, Chin Fong, AP&T, Beutler Nova, Fagor Arrasate, Bliss, Minster, Sangiacomo, SIMPAC, Sutherland, Manzoni, Stamtec, Heilbronn, Erichsen, Ebu, Smeral, Lasco, LVD, Wemhöner, Kraus, Fischer, Dreis & Krump, Balconi, Schmedt, Rossmann, Yadon, IMS, Weingarten, Voest-Alpine, Kaiser Pressen, Dunker, Peddinghaus, Sachs, Rossi, Neff, Kieserling

Learn more: Capture Data from Punch Presses

ELB, Blohm, Jung, Okamoto, Studer, Kellenberger, Reform, KEHREN, ABA, Geibel & Hotz, Tschudin, LIZZINI, Campbell Grinder, Lodi, WEMA, Voumard, Mägerle, Lodi Grinding, TOS Hostivař, Micron, Danobat, Palmary, Supertec, KUGEL, Tschudin, Koyo, Cylindrix, Tacchella, DELTA, Cincinnati Milacron, Jones & Shipman, KMT, Erwin Junker, Lodi, Fortschritt, REKORD, Stankoimport, Praga, Karstens, Reinhard Klein

Learn more: Capture Data from Grinding Machines

Arburg, Engel, KraussMaffei, Sumitomo (SHI) Demag, Wittmann Battenfeld, BOY, Haitian, Negri Bossi, Ferromatik Milacron, Fanuc, Toshiba, JSW, Dr. Boy, Italpresse, MAPLAN, Sandretto, Stork, Chen Hsong, LK Machinery, Tederic, Windsor, Hemscheidt, Battenfeld, Netstal, Hüller Hille, Welltec, Niigata, Toyo, Demag Ergotech, Ankerwerk, SIG Maschinenbau, Mir, Klockner Ferromatic, Satra, Battenfeld Austria, Anker, Hemscheidt Maschinenbau, Heinz Weiler

Learn more: Capture Data from Injection Molding Machines

Fronius, Lorch, EWM, ESAB, Kemppi, Cloos, Rehm, SKS Welding Systems, KUKA, Panasonic, Miller, Lincoln Electric, Migatronic, OTC Daihen, TELWIN, Dalex, CEA, Technolit, Helvi, Orbitalum, Oerlikon, Heron, TBi, Dinse, Carl Cloos, Saf-Fro, Cebora, Ideal-Werk, Fessmann, Hürner, Weco, Kjellberg, KEMPER, Böhler Welding, Soyer, Merkle, Elektra Beckum, Mennekes, Bavaria Schweißtechnik, Elektrodenwerk Bad Liebenwerda, Stürmer, Weltronic, ESM Schweißtechnik, Thyssen Schweißtechnik

Learn more: Capture Data from Welding Machines

SMS group, Schuler, Lasco, Beche, Müller Weingarten, Weingarten, Danieli, Siempelkamp, Wepuko PAHNKE, Fagor Arrasate, Banning, Hydralic Press Company, Schlebach, Ajax, Raufoss, Hasenclever, Mönninghoff, GFM, Niles-Simmons, Sack & Kiesselbach, Eumuco, Ernst Thielenhaus, Ernst Schubert, Dürr, Loewy, Sundwig, MPM, Maschinenfabrik Erfurt, Mavag, Rautomead, Waldrich Siegen, UnionChemnitz, Fagor Ederlan, SKET, Cincinatti, Farrel, HITACHI Zosen, Kobe Steel, Komatsu, Inoue, Omav, HMP, Eumuco, Makino, UBE Industries, Boehringer, Carl Wezel, Rautenbach, Naxos Union, Mannesmann Demag, Davy McKee, Aichelin

Learn more: Capture Data from Forming Machines

Krones, Bosch Packaging Technology (heute Syntegon), MULTIVAC, IMA, Rovema, Optima, Gerhard Schubert, Theegarten-Pactec, LoeschPack, ULMA, Marchesini, Uhlmann, GEA, Ilapak, Cavanna, Ishida, KHS, SIG, Bradman Lake, Pacmac, Fuji Packaging, Norden, Romaco, Coesia, HASSIA, HMC, Trepko, MGS, Volpak, ACMA, Cama Group, Tisma, OK International, Smipack, Econocorp, Viking Masek, Adco, Sepha, Wrapade, Aesus, Oystar, Waldner Dosomat, Klöckner Medipak, Kalix, Dividella, Oka, Bosch Cartoning, Hayssen, Mateer-Burt, Laudenberg, IWKA, SIG Pack, Mohrbach, BWI Manesty, Manurhin, Kisters, Klockner Bartelt, GRONINGER, Möllers

Learn more: Capture Data from Packaging Machines

Rosendahl Nextrom, Maillefer, Troester, Davis Standard, SAMP, MFL Group, EXTRUDEX, Sikora, Reelex, Queins

Learn more: Capture Data from Extrusion Machines

Niehoff, Maillefer, Rosendahl Nextrom, SAMP, MFL Group, Koch, Mario Frigerio, Henrich, Kieselstein, WAFIOS, Maschinenfabrik Niehoff

Learn more: Capture Data from Wire Drawing Machines

Sikora, Zumbach Electronic, Hipotronics, HighVolt, HFSAB, NDC Technologies, HV Technologies, Megger, BAUR, Phenix Technologies

Learn more: Capture Data from Cable Testing Systems

Schleuniger, Komax, Metzner, Kabatec, Artos, Metzner Maschinenbau, Eraser, Kingsing, Carpenter Manufacturing, Kodera

Learn more: Capture Data from Cable Shielding Machines

Niehoff, Maillefer, Rosendahl Nextrom, Setic, Pourtier, SAMP, Troester, MFL Group, SKET, Caballé, Queins, Watson

Learn more: Capture Data from Stranding Machines

Rosendahl Nextrom, Maillefer, SAMP, Niehoff, Windak, MFL Group, Sikora, Setic, Pourtier, MAG, Bühler, Voith, Aumann, Marsilli, Jota

Learn more: Capture Data from Winding Machines

Sikora, Zumbach Electronic, Rosendahl Nextrom, Maillefer, Beta LaserMike, NDC Technologies, Taihan, HFSAB, Hipotronics

Learn more: Capture Data from Spark Testers

Maillefer, Rosendahl Nextrom, Troester, Davis Standard, SAMP, MFL Group, EXTRUDEX, Queins, Reelex, Windak

Learn more: Capture Data from Jacket Extruders

WiCa, Niehoff, Maillefer, Rosendahl Nextrom, Setic, Pourtier, SAMP, MFL Group, SKET, Caballé, Bartell Machinery, Queins

Learn more: Capture Data from Bow Stranders 

Windak, Rosendahl Nextrom, Maillefer, Niehoff, SAMP, MFL Group, Voith, Goebel IMS, Kampf, Atlas Converting, Kampf Schneid- und Wickeltechnik

Learn more: Capture Data from Drum Twisters

Niehoff, Herzog, Wardwell, Spirka Schnellflechter, OMEC, Steeger, Karg, Mayer & Cie, OMAC, KOKUBUN

Learn more: Capture Data from Braiding Machines

Maillefer, Rosendahl Nextrom, SAMP, MFL Group, Niehoff, SKET, Pourtier, Setic, Queins, WiCa

Learn more: Capture Data from Armoring Machines

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