MEDIA ADVISORY
Mold-Masters Invites Media to See Award-Finalist DeXa® Side Gate Technology and Meet Industry Experts at Fakuma 2026
Interviews Available with Injection Molding and Product Development Experts
FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, Germany, October 2026 – Journalists and editors attending Fakuma 2026 are invited to visit the shared Mold-Masters and DME booth to meet industry experts and explore the latest innovations in injection molding and mold technologies. Featured at the booth will be DeXa®, Mold-Masters' advanced side-gating technology and a finalist for the Fakuma Innovation Award 2026 in the Injection Moulding category. The winner will be announced in an award ceremony at the show on Monday, October 12. DeXa’s individual tip control enabling precise process control to optimize part quality. For more information on DeXa, visit www.moldmasters.com/products/side-gating/dexa.
Experts Available for Interviews
Experts from Mold-Masters and DME will be available for media interviews on industry trends, process optimization, medical molding, hot runner technology, and mold solutions, including:
- Hans Hagelstein, Global President, Mold-Masters & DME
- Armin Traby, Vice President, Europe, Mold-Masters
- Thomas Bechtel, Senior Director of Product Development, Mold-Masters
- Marco Panzolini, Global Sales Director, Medical & Packaging, Mold-Masters
- Piotr Wieczorek, Senior European Sales Director, Mold-Masters
- Enrique Moya, Vice President & General Manager, DME
Interview Topics & Trends
- DeXa™ side-gating technology and its recognition as a Fakuma Innovation Award finalist
- Trends shaping the future of medical injection molding
- Process optimization and productivity improvements in high-cavitation applications
- Sustainability and efficiency in molding operations
- Advances in hot runner technology
- Mold building innovations and manufacturing productivity
- Global market trends and customer requirements across medical, packaging, and automotive sectors
Event Information
Event: Fakuma 2026
Company: Mold-Masters and DME
Location: Hall B3, Stand 3200
Schedule an Interview
Members of the media are encouraged to schedule interviews in advance or stop by the booth during exhibition hours.
Media Contact:
Jordan Freise
JFreise@moldmasters.com
