TM Robotics Launches Expert Consultation Service to Drive Automation in the Plastics Industry

TM Robotics—Japan’s premier sales, service, and support partner for Shibaura Machine Industrial Robots (formerly Toshiba Machine)—has unveiled a complimentary robotics consultation service designed to help manufacturers unlock automation’s full potential for recovery and sustainable growth. With its North American headquarters in Elk Grove Village, Illinois, and an additional office in the United Kingdom, TM Robotics brings global expertise to local needs.

Consultations are free, entirely virtual, and can be scheduled through the company’s website or by arranging a dedicated appointment. They are conducted via secure video conferencing, ensuring a seamless, confidential experience for every client.

The service responds to the evolving challenges of the plastics sector, which has seen dramatic demand swings since the COVID‑19 pandemic. In a recent press release, President & CEO Nigel Smith highlighted the sector’s urgent need for flexible, data‑driven solutions: "Some plastics manufacturers are scrambling to diversify, while others have dramatically altered output, forcing a re‑evaluation of production methods. Naturally, each challenge demands a tailored approach," he said.

TM Robotics offers the full spectrum of Shibaura’s robot lineup—including 6‑axis, SCARA, and Cartesian models—providing the technology required to meet diverse production goals.

Shibaura Machine’s new TVM series of vertically articulated robots is now available through TM Robotics, ready to transform your production floor.