Solutions for the Plastics Manufacturing Sector
Dalmec Australia provides advanced manipulators that remove manual lifting, reduce WHS risks and improve workflow efficiency across plastics manufacturing, injection moulding, extrusion, packaging and material handling operations.
Smarter, Safer Material Handling for Plastics Manufacturing
Dalmec plastics manufacturing manipulators let a single operator lift, rotate, tilt and place polymer bags, resin drums, plastic film and extrusion reels, injection moulded components and finished plastic products without manual load bearing. Each unit is custom engineered around the specific product, the movement required and the production line layout, with gripping tooling designed for the repetitive handling typical of injection moulding, extrusion and packaging operations. Every installation is documented as an engineering control under Australia’s Work Health and Safety Act, and because Dalmec manipulators run entirely on compressed air, they keep pace with continuous production without electrical downtime risk.
FAQ
Are Dalmec manipulators suitable for injection moulding and extrusion operations?
Yes. Dalmec manipulators handle the repetitive lifting and precise positioning involved in injection moulding and extrusion work, letting one operator load and unload materials and components without manual strain or line slowdown.
What plastics manufacturing items can Dalmec manipulators handle?
Common applications include polymer bags and resin, drums of additives and colourants, plastic film and extrusion reels, injection moulded components, and plastic containers and finished products. Dalmec engineers custom gripping tooling around the exact item.
Can a Dalmec manipulator load plastic film reels directly onto production machinery?
Yes. Dalmec manipulators lift, rotate and position film, extrusion and packaging reels precisely, allowing a single operator to mount them onto production or converting equipment without manual strain.
How does a Dalmec manipulator support WHS compliance in plastics manufacturing?
By removing manual load-bearing from resin, drum and component handling tasks, Dalmec manipulators reduce exposure to hazardous manual handling risks and support compliance with Safe Work Australia’s hazardous manual task principles. Each installation is documented as an engineering control under the Work Health and Safety Act.
6 Key Reasons Why Australian Companies Have Chosen Dalmec Zero Gravity Load Handling
Your operators guide the load. Dalmec carries it.
Every manipulator maintains the load in a pneumatically balanced state, allowing operators to lift, rotate and position plastic materials and finished products with precision while eliminating physical effort.
Designed and Built in Italy
Every Dalmec manipulator is engineered and manufactured in Cles, Italy. With more than 90,000 installations worldwide since 1963, Dalmec remains the original manufacturer and recognised global leader in pneumatic manipulation technology.
Eliminate Manual Handling Injuries
Manual handling of resin bags, moulded products and production materials can expose workers to unnecessary physical strain. Dalmec removes the weight from the task, helping businesses reduce hazardous manual handling risks and improve workplace safety.
Retain Your Best People
Reducing repetitive lifting enables experienced operators to remain productive throughout every shift while improving comfort and long-term workforce retention.
Reduce Hiring and Training Costs
Safer and more ergonomic workplaces help reduce staff turnover and minimise recruitment and training costs across plastics manufacturing operations.
Australian-Based, Nationwide Support
Dalmec provides installation, commissioning and ongoing technical support throughout Australia and New Zealand, backed by decades of engineering expertise and proven local service capability.
Solutions for Plastics Manufacturing
Our manipulators are used throughout Australia for handling:
Polymer Bags
For plastic resin, pellets and raw material storage.
Capabilities: ergonomic lifting, transfer and controlled loading.
Drums
For additives, colourants and liquid process materials.
Capabilities: lift, rotate, tilt and accurately position.
Plastic Reels and Rolls
For film, extrusion products and industrial packaging materials.
Capabilities: lift, rotate and safely mount onto machinery.
Injection Moulded Components
For finished plastic products and assemblies.
Capabilities: controlled lifting and precise positioning.
Plastic Containers and Finished Products
For production, warehousing and dispatch operations.
Capabilities: efficient handling with minimal operator effort.
How We Work
Proven Results for Australian Operations
- Reduced manual lifting across plastics manufacturing facilities
- Improved compliance with WHS and Safe Work Australia hazardous manual task principles
- Increased single operator productivity
- Faster production and material movement
- Reduced workplace injury risk and operator fatigue
- Improved workflow efficiency and operational consistency
These outcomes make Dalmec one of Australia’s preferred lifting solutions for plastics manufacturers and processing facilities.
Common Applications
Polymer Bags
Plastic Resin
Drums
Plastic Film Rolls
Extrusion Reels
Injection Moulded Parts
Plastic Containers
Finished Products
Packaging Components
Industrial Storage Bins
Ready to Improve Safety and Efficiency?
Tell us about your plastics manufacturing application and our team will recommend a customised Dalmec solution designed to improve safety, productivity and operational performance.