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Trim Press Handling Automation Enters Thermoforming Industry

The Mantis robot, showcased at PACK EXPO, provides flexibility to fit inside a small footprint, reduces product waste, and increases line efficiency through replacing a previously manual, time-intensive process.

Melissa Griffen
Nov 2, 2022
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