Feller Engineering Launched Compact Hot Runner Controllers
The new hardware reduces floor space for plastics manufacturers and integrates smartphone-based diagnostics.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Manufacturing
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Feller Engineering debuted a redesigned generation of MCS hot runner controllers at Fakuma 2026, offering improved space efficiency for injection molding operations. The units support between 6 and 144 control zones with options for expanded networking.
Why it matters
The redesigned architecture aims to lower operating errors and accelerate commissioning for production teams. By shrinking the footprint of 24-zone units, the company intends to increase accessibility to machines and molds in crowded factory environments.
The new controllers support between 6 and 144 zones per unit, with networking capabilities allowing for up to 480 zones. For 24-zone configurations, the footprint is 323 x 411 mm, representing a 25 percent reduction in space compared to previous iterations.
The players
Feller Engineering
An industrial supplier specializing in temperature control technology for the plastics processing and injection molding sectors.
The details
The system streamlines setup through a quick-start assistant that manages wiring tests and automatic group assignments. Users perform maintenance via a QR code feature that links to a mobile web application, while integrated mains voltage measurement tracks heating power and energy consumption. Displays are available in 7-inch or 12-inch sizes, with interface cables reaching up to 10 meters.
Timeline
October 2026: Feller Engineering debuted the new controllers at Fakuma 2026.
Market Landscape
The Fakuma trade fair serves as the primary venue for technical innovations in the global plastics manufacturing machinery sector. This launch follows the industry trend of prioritizing modular, high-density hardware to address rising space constraints in modern production facilities.
Plant managers should evaluate whether the 25 percent footprint reduction allows for higher mold density on existing factory floors. Operations teams should also consider if the smartphone-based troubleshooting interface provides a faster alternative to their current manual diagnostic protocols.
The takeaway
Smaller, network-ready controllers are becoming a standard requirement for efficient floor space utilization in injection molding. Operators should review their existing controller inventory and assess if current commissioning times can be reduced through these new automated quick-start tools.
Further reading
For more on the latest trends in production hardware, see our guide to Manufacturing.
Source note: This article includes information reported by ETMM.
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