Technological Breakthrough through Decoupling and Parallelization of All Process Steps

SHIBAURA MACHINE LWB unveils its innovative LWB VALUE MultiStation and LWB VALUE PowerStation at Kuteno, marking a pivotal advancement in industrial elastomer processing. In response to increasing product variety, stricter regulations, rising energy costs, and labor shortages, these systems enable flexible, efficient, and sustainable production—regardless of batch size or complexity.

At the heart of this innovation lies the complete decoupling and parallelization of all process steps. Unlike conventional systems that operate linearly and cause downtime, the MultiStation and PowerStation separate the steps of loading, injecting, heating, and demolding both spatially and temporally. Automated tool movements between stations ensure continuous operation across all processes.

The MultiStation, as a scalable platform, offers maximum flexibility—from manual applications to fully automated, interconnected production workflows. It uses tools in parallel, minimizes waste through stable processes, and allows maintenance or tool changes during operation without halting production.

The PowerStation takes this further by maximizing parallelization and intelligently managing processes, achieving cycle times measured in seconds. Adaptive parameters, real-time data, and Industry 4.0 connectivity create a self-optimizing production environment with high process reliability and minimal energy consumption.

Both systems represent a shift in production philosophy: from rigid mass production to modular, data-driven, and highly flexible manufacturing architectures. They boost productivity, reduce resource consumption, and make cost-effective production viable for both single-item manufacturing and high-performance series production.