At Kautex, we connect deep expertise with our customers’ vision — transforming plastics into innovations that truly perform. Our know-how is concentrated in three core areas, forming the foundation for smart, sustainable, and efficient solutions in extrusion blow molding: Plastics Know-How, Automation Know-How, and Technology Know-How. All of these competencies come together physically in our state-of-the-art Technical Center, which also serves as our innovation center and hub for research & development. From idea to product, Kautex Know-How connects deep process expertise with customer vision — transforming plastics into innovation that truly performs on Kautex machines.
Where Experience Meets Innovation
From developing the world’s first commercial extrusion blow molding machine in 1949 to today’s fully digital and energy-efficient systems, we have continuously set new standards for the industry.
Our technology know-how is more than experience – it is a mindset. We transform ideas into pioneering solutions: whether it’s fast color and mold change systems, Blue Hydraulic efficiency, or modular IntelliGate integration. Each innovation is driven by one goal – to make our customers’ production faster, smarter, and more sustainable.
With our global team of specialists, state-of-the-art labs, and a strong focus on digitalization and circular economy, Kautex keeps pushing the limits of what extrusion blow molding can achieve.
Innovation is not an option for us – it’s our DNA.
Benefit from our know-how
Turning Technology into Customer Value. Smarter, Faster, and more Sustainable Production with Kautex Expertise.
Thanks to decades of innovation, our customers benefit from proven solutions and cutting-edge developments that shorten project cycles and accelerate product launches.
Innovative systems like Fast-Change, Blue Hydraulic, and IntelliGate reduce downtime, cut energy consumption, and optimize overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
Our continuous R&D ensures stable processes and consistently high part quality – even in demanding applications such as packaging, automotive, or industrial containers.
With know-how in PCR processing, regrind use, and energy-efficient machine platforms, we enable our customers to meet environmental targets while staying cost-competitive.
Whether split color technology, unique die head design, or advanced post-processing – we translate customer needs into tailored, innovative solutions.
Kautex technologies at a glance
Blue hydraulic
With Blue Hydraulic, Kautex sets new standards in sustainable machine performance. The intelligent hydraulic system reduces energy consumption significantly while maintaining full production power.
Lower energy demand – up to double-digit percentage savings compared to conventional systems
Sustainable production – less CO₂ footprint, more efficiency
Smart integration – works seamlessly with Kautex extrusion blow molding machines
High performance – maximum productivity without compromise
Blue Hydraulic combines performance and responsibility – helping you achieve both cost efficiency and sustainability in your production.
Fast color change
Switch colors faster and keep production moving. Our Fast Color Change concept minimizes purging effort and material loss so you reach stable quality in fewer cycles—cutting changeover time and boosting OEE.
Rapid changeovers: Shorter transitions between colors keep your line productive.
Reduced scrap: Cleaner purging means less material wasted during switch-overs.
Consistent quality: Quick stabilization delivers repeatable results, batch after batch.
Easy to scale: Works seamlessly with modular setups and downstream units.
Ready to speed up your next color change? Let’s configure the optimal setup for your application.
Flying Knives
Kautex’s patented process sets new benchmarks in producing large, shallow plastic parts. Instead of support air, spreader pins expand the parison evenly along its length. Before demolding, flying knives cut it laterally, enabling smooth release and consistent quality.
Your advantages:
Faster, more efficient production
Reduced material use and costs
Superior part quality
Flying Knives – cutting-edge precision for perfect results.
Intelligate
With the IntelliGate system, Kautex transforms your extrusion blow molding machine into a fully integrated production cell. Thanks to the innovative Connext interface, all modules communicate seamlessly with the machine – including power and compressed air supply.
Whether flexible post-cooling, customized quality centers or further processing units: IntelliGate modules can be added, replaced, or retrofitted quickly and efficiently. This gives you maximum flexibility to scale and adapt your production – today and in the future.
R-Connector
R-Connector is the intuitive solution for transferring production data to the Digital Product Passport. Fully aligned with GS1 standards, the data is securely stored on the R-Cycle server, ensuring compatibility and traceability across the entire value chain. With its interface integrated directly into the HMI, the software enables guided, user-friendly input – without the need for complex mapping or additional data recording. By making all product and material information accessible throughout the full life cycle, the digital product passport significantly enhances recycling processes and supports a more sustainable circular economy.
Split Color Technology
With Kautex’s Split Color Technology, products gain clear, visually striking color separation directly along the parting line – without extra finishing steps. Available for monolayer, 2-layer and 3-layer processes, this technology combines design freedom with efficient production.
Key benefits:
Flexible layer combinations with continuous or discontinuous extrusion
Die sizes from 30 mm up to 1000 mm, parison lengths up to 14 ft
Wide range of applications: panels, sports and outdoor equipment, furniture, toys, and more
Sustainable process with regrind re-used in the middle layer
Split Color – where innovation meets design impact.
Fast Mold Change
Changing molds often means lost production time and added risk. With the Kautex Fast-Change System, KBB machines cut changeover to 15 minutes or less – safely, reliably, and with maximum efficiency.
Your advantages at a glance:
Quick mold change: Safe and simple – in under 15 minutes
Higher efficiency: Shorter changeovers, more uptime
Smart engineering: Every movement optimized for speed and reliability
Fast-Change – less downtime, more productivity.
UN Certificate testing
Kautex enables you to conduct UN certification tests for drums, IBCs, and jerry cans – ensuring compliance, safety, and reliability in hazardous goods transport. Each container is tested for leakproofness, stacking strength, drop resistance, vibration, and pressure stability.
Your advantages:
Legal compliance with UN, DOT, IATA, and IMO standards
Safe, reliable packaging for hazardous goods
Global acceptance through official UN markings
UN-Testing – safe transport, worldwide.
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