As specialists in ERP/MRP software built exclusively for the SME plastic injection moulding industry, we’re always keen to connect with fellow moulders, share real-world insights, and explore how technology can make life on the shop floor easier and more efficient. That’s exactly why Mark and Andy headed to Southern Manufacturing & Electronics 2026 last week (3-5 February at Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre).
It was brilliant, the place was buzzing. The event delivered another record-breaking year with 10,722 visitors and 571 exhibitors across three packed days. For anyone in manufacturing, it really is the go-to spot in the South to see the latest in production tech, automation, materials, and yes, plenty of smart systems that help injection moulders stay competitive.
Here at Moulders Consulting, we focus on one thing: delivering ERP/MRP that actually works the way you do. Our software has been created by plastics industry experts with genuine hands-on experience in production, planning, quoting, and logistics, not by generalist software teams. We cover everything from New Product Introduction (NPI) and accurate quoting right through to materials planning (with percentage-based Bills of Material for those precise blends), real-time scheduling, production monitoring, and even built-in tools like the Plastics Packaging Tax (PPT) calculator to help with compliance and cost decisions.
We also provide MES/SFDC solutions for real-time energy and process monitoring, Industry 4.0 consulting to boost operational efficiencies, materials handling/gravimetric ancillaries, and full implementation support, hands-on training, custom tailoring, and ongoing updates driven by feedback from moulders like you.
The show gave Mark and Andy the perfect opportunity to catch up with existing contacts, meet new moulders facing the same daily challenges, and talk about all things ERP/MRP for plastic injection moulding. It was great to see everyone, from toolmakers and material suppliers to fellow manufacturers and have those proper conversations about cycle times, material usage, traceability, scheduling headaches, and how the right system can cut quoting time, reduce waste, and improve delivery performance.
We came away inspired by the innovation on display: advances in automation, smarter monitoring tools, sustainable production approaches, and digital integration that aligns perfectly with what we deliver every day. Events like Southern remind us why we do what we do, partnering with injection moulding businesses to go beyond “just software” and become a true ally in driving efficiency, compliance, and growth.
A massive thank you to the organisers for another outstanding event. If you were there and we didn’t manage to say hello, we’d love to hear from you now!
Whether you’re wrestling with legacy systems, looking to improve real-time visibility on the shop floor, streamline your NPI process, or simply want ERP/MRP designed by people who understand injection moulding inside out, we’re here to help.
Drop us a message via the contact form on our website, let’s talk about how we can support your next step.
