EUROMAP – Europe’s Association For Plastics And Rubber Machinery Manufacturers
EUROMAP represents the interests of Europe’s plastics and rubber machinery industry and plays a key role in shaping the sector’s future. With a new presidency in office since 2025, the association is reinforcing its commitment to innovation, collaboration, and global competitiveness. Tobias Baur, CSO of the German injection moulding specialist ARBURG GmbH & Co KG, is the new President of the European umbrella association. Alessandro Grassi, Shareholder and CEO of FRIGOSYSTEM S.R.L., the Italian temperature control equipment manufacturer, is on board as Vice President.
A cornerstone of EUROMAP’s work is its leadership in the field of standardization. For decades, EUROMAP has developed and promoted technical recommendations serving as the foundation for harmonized practices across the industry. These standards not only ensure interoperability and safety but also drive efficiency and sustainability in manufacturing processes.
In recent years, EUROMAP has intensified its focus on Industry 4.0, recognizing the transformative potential of digitalization in machinery and production. A central pillar of this effort is the long-standing collaboration with the OPC Foundation. Together, the partners have advanced the use of OPC UA as a universal communication protocol for machine-to-machine interaction, enabling seamless data exchange across diverse systems and manufacturers in the plastics and rubber machinery industry.
Building on this foundation, EUROMAP has recently entered into cooperation with the Industrial Digital Twin Association (IDTA). This partnership supports the development and implementation of the Asset Administration Shell (AAS), a key concept for realizing digital twins in industrial environments. By aligning with IDTA, EUROMAP ensures that the plastics and rubber machinery sector remains at the forefront of digital innovation and integration.
The new EUROMAP presidency has emphasized the importance of a united European industry, especially in the face of global challenges and the transition toward a circular economy. EUROMAP’s roadmap aims to be ambitious yet inclusive, ensuring that the industry is actively involved in shaping its future.
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