Inkcups direct-to-object technology set to support on-demand personalization at TechXellence 2026

Taking place on September 24 at the ARBURG Inc. Technology Center in Rocky Hill, CT, the event will explore how the latest advances in injection molding, automation, digitalization, and production efficiency can help optimize manufacturing operations. 

Demonstrating the benefits of on-demand personalization, Inkcups’ X5 flatbed printer will be used to decorate business card holders and plastic boxes produced by ARBURG equipment. 

Business card holders will be produced using the ALLROUNDER 370 A Comfort, while the ALLROUNDER 1000 e TREND - 290 e will produce plastic boxes, both equipped with ARBURG’s EOAT automation. Attendees will then be able to experience on-demand personalization in real time, with the X5 flatbed UV direct-to-object printer being used to personalize the items live throughout the day. 

Jessica Makrinos, Marketing Manager, Inkcups comments: 

“UV inkjet direct-to-object printing technology enables manufacturers to bring print into a live production environment, providing the flexibility to mark products on demand as they are produced. We are excited to demonstrate these capabilities at TechXellence 2026, with the X5 enabling real-time personalization alongside Arburg’s injection molding technologies to showcase a smart and efficient manufacturing workflow.” 

Michael Sansoucy, ARBURG Inc’s Vice President of Sales & Applications, adds: 

“Plastics decorating has come a long way from simple pad printing, and Inkcups continues to push the boundaries of what's possible. They've been a fantastic partner in bringing their technology into ARBURG turnkey cells. And we're not stopping there...we have something special planned for NPE 2027. Stay tuned!”

To learn more about the full Inkcups equipment range, visit www.inkcups.com/industrial-printing-equipment.