BOY Machines

What BOY Machines does

BOY Machines (legal entity Dr. Boy GmbH & Co. KG) is a German family-owned manufacturer of injection molding machines founded in 1968 and headquartered in Neustadt-Fernthal, Germany. The company designs and produces horizontal, vertical, and electromechanical (Electric series) injection molding machines with clamping forces from 100 kN to 1,250 kN, distinguished by a pioneering two-platen clamping architecture that enables exceptionally compact footprints (as small as 0.87 m²). Its portfolio also includes servo-hydraulic E Series machines, modular two-component add-on injection units (BOY 2C M, BOY 2C XS/2C S), the LR 5 linear robot, the proprietary Procan ALPHA 6 control system with OPC-UA connectivity, and the EconPlast energy-efficient plasticizing unit. The company claims 55,000+ machines installed worldwide since 1968 and serves primary verticals of medical/healthcare, automotive, and electrical/electronics, with secondary exposure to consumer goods, technical parts, and packaging.

BOY generates revenue primarily through one-time sales of capital equipment, supplemented by recurring service, spare parts, and maintenance contracts (with spare parts availability for machines older than 20 years). Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. Go-to-market is executed through a global network of 60+ sales and service centers, with exclusive country-level distribution partners in major markets (UK, Italy, Poland, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, France, Turkey, China, India, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Netherlands), plus wholly-owned subsidiaries in the United States (BOY Machines, Inc., Exton, PA) and Switzerland (BOY Schweiz GmbH, founded 2025). The company markets heavily through international plastics trade fairs (K, Fakuma, Chinaplas, Interplas, MECSPE, FIP, Plastpol, Equiplast, Plast Eurasia, Elmia Polymer), supported by digital content and YouTube demonstrations. It is privately held by the Schiffer family under managing partner Alfred Schiffer, with no external private equity or venture capital involvement.

Name

BOY Machines

Legal name

Dr. Boy GmbH & Co. KG

Website

https://boymachines.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1968

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

BOY Machines (Dr. Boy GmbH & Co. KG) is a German family-owned manufacturer founded in 1968 that designs and sells compact injection molding machines (100–1,250 kN clamping force), automation systems, and proprietary controls to medical, automotive, electronics, and consumer goods OEMs across 60+ global markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Injection Molding Machinery

NAICS

Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (3339)

SIC

Special Industry Machinery (No Metalworking Machinery) (3550)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial & Machinery Injection Molded Components (Gears, Wear Parts) (IMANAFAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Precision & Micro Injection Molding (IMANAFAH), Custom Injection Molding & Contract Manufacturing (Job Shops/CMs) (IMANAFAJ)

Keywords

• Injection molding machines
• Plastics processing equipment
• Two-component injection molding
• Linear robot automation
• Micro injection molding

Headquarters

HQ city

Exton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Injection Molding Machines Sales: BOY generates revenue primarily from manufacturing and selling injection molding machines ranging from compact benchtop models (BOY XXS, BOY XS) to large production machines (BOY 125 E). Machines are sold directly and through regional distribution partners worldwide. The product range includes horizontal, vertical, and electromechanical injection molding machines with clamping forces from 100 kN to 1,250 kN.
2. Automation and Handling Systems: Sale of proprietary automation solutions including the LR 5 linear robot, igus handling systems, and complementary handling systems for automated production cells.
3. Add-on Injection Units: Sale of modular add-on injection units (BOY 2C M, BOY 2C XS/2C S) that enhance existing machines for two-component processing, providing flexible expansion for multi-component and downstream processing.
4. Service, Spare Parts, and Maintenance: Comprehensive after-sales service including spare parts supply, maintenance contracts, start-up assistance, mold testing, inspection, calibration, software upgrades, oil analysis, operator training seminars, and express dispatch of spare parts. Spare parts are available even for machines older than 20 years.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

BOY Machines (Dr. Boy GmbH & Co. KG) manufactures and sells precision injection molding machines with clamping forces from 100 kN to 1,250 kN, in both servo-hydraulic (E series) and fully electromechanical (Electric series) configurations. It also supplies add-on injection units for two-component processing, LR 5 linear robot automation, the proprietary Procan ALPHA 6 control system, and comprehensive after-sales service and spare parts.

Product overview

BOY Machines offers a comprehensive portfolio of injection molding machines, automation systems, and complementary technologies for plastics processing. The core product line spans horizontal injection molding machines (100–1,250 kN clamping force) and vertical injection molding machines (11–67 US tons), each available in both electromechanical (Electric series) and servo-hydraulic (E series) drive configurations. The portfolio also includes add-on injection units (BOY 2C M and BOY 2C XS/2C S) for two-component processing, the LR 5 linear handling/robot system fully integrated with the proprietary Procan ALPHA 6 control system, and an online Machine Finder tool. Technologies such as the EconPlast energy-efficient plasticising unit and servo-motor pump drives are embedded across machine models. The company also provides service offerings including mold testing, start-up, inspection, maintenance contracts, and spare parts.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Procan ALPHA: Advanced control system for BOY injection molding machines, featuring intuitive operation and comprehensive monitoring capabilities
• BOY Electric Series
• BOY E Series
• LR 5
• EconPlast
• BOY 2C M
• BOY 2C XS/2C S

Products and services

• Horizontal Injection Molding Machines BOY horizontal injection molding machines with clamping forces from 100 kN to 1,250 kN, combining compact design, modern drive technology, precise control, and cost efficiency for automated high-volume plastics production. Serves manufacturers across medical, automotive, electronics, packaging, and consumer goods.
• Vertical Injection Molding Machines BOY vertical injection molding machines with clamping forces from 11.24 to 67.44 US tons, designed for insert molding, micro injection molding, overmolding, and automated production lines, featuring modular concepts and energy-efficient drives.
• BOY Electric Series (Electromechanical) Fully electromechanical injection molding machines with servo-motor-driven parallel movements for reduced cycle times, oil-free mold areas, compact two-platen design, OSSD safety technology, and energy efficiency. Models span 350 kN to 1,000 kN clamping force (BOY 35, 50, 80, 100 Electric).
• E Series (Servo-hydraulic) Servo-hydraulic injection molding machines with clamping forces of 11.24 to 140.51 US tons, offering energy efficiency through servo motor pump drives and proven hydraulic technology for automated large-scale production.
• BOY 2C M (Add-on Injection Unit) Modular auxiliary injection unit with its own hydraulic drive and independent control system for two-component (2K) processing. Supports plasticizing volumes up to 8.65 in3, injection pressures up to 40,611 psi, and screw diameters of 28, 32, 38 mm. Compatible with horizontal and vertical machines.
• BOY 2C XS / 2C S (Add-on Injection Unit) Space-saving auxiliary injection unit based on the ultra-compact BOY XS platform, with its own hydraulic drive and independent control system. Supports plasticizing up to 4.67 in3, injection pressures up to 45,368 psi, screw diameters 12-16 mm. Mobile design for two-component micro injection molding.
• LR 5 Linear Handling System Five-axis linear robot fully integrated into the Procan ALPHA 6 control system. Features shared alarm system, central event logging, shared I/Os, precise X/Y/Z movements, electronic gearbox to ejector, palletizing programs, and conveyor belt control. Operates without an additional control panel.
• BOY 20 E PRO Compact entry-level injection molding machine with 220 kN clamping force, successor to the BOY 22 A PRO. Features modern servo drive technology with approximately 50% reduced energy consumption and a footprint of 1.8 m2.
• BOY XS E Updated ultra-compact micro injection molding machine with 100 kN clamping force and a footprint of just 0.87 m2. Features servo-motor pump drive, Procan ALPHA 6 control with sequence configurator and OPC-UA, and compact two-platen clamping for micro and sprueless small-part injection molding.
• Procan ALPHA 6 Control System BOY's proprietary machine control system used across its range, providing intuitive touchscreen operation, OPC-UA connectivity, sequence configurator, shared event logging, and full integration with the LR 5 robot.
• Service, Spare Parts & Maintenance Comprehensive after-sales services including mold testing, start-up assistance, inspection, calibration, maintenance contracts, software upgrades, oil analysis, operator training seminars, and express spare parts dispatch, with spare parts available for machines older than 20 years.
• Machine Finder Online configuration tool enabling customers to identify the BOY injection molding machine matching their exact requirements for plastics processing.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 55,000 injection molding machines installed worldwide since 1968
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered standard, core and minor.

• Polmak PlastikstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 3 December 2025Long-standing Turkish representative presenting at Plast Eurasia 2025 in Istanbul, providing state-of-the-art machine technology, reliable service, technical advice, and comprehensive support for Turkish customers.
• BOY Machines, Inc. (U.S. Subsidiary)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBOY's own U.S. subsidiary based in Exton, PA, serving the North and South American market with more than 10 sales and service centers. Handles direct sales, distribution, service, and support for the Americas region.
• ST.A.TE Technologies S.r.l.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorItalian distribution partner for BOY, presenting machines at MECSPE, PLAST MILANO, and other Italian trade events. Specializes in presenting LSR (liquid silicone rubber) applications and turnkey solutions including LSR pumps and molds.
• 1.PLASTCOMPANYcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive representative for plastics processing systems in Poland for over 30 years. Presented four BOY machines at Plastpol 2025 and three machines at Plastpol 2026. Major trade fair presence in Eastern Europe.
• UNIPLAST Inzeniring d.o.o.standardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSlovenian representative for BOY, participating at the Industry Fair (MIS) in Celje. Maintains strong customer relationships and presents the BOY Electric series in the Slovenian market.
• AWI Maskin ABstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSwedish distribution partner for BOY, presenting at Elmia Polymer trade fair in Jönköping. Demonstrates compact automation solutions combining BOY machines with igus handling systems.
• CentrotécnicastandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSpanish representative for BOY, presenting at Equiplast 2026 in Barcelona. Focuses on sustainable and energy-efficient production technologies in the Spanish market.
• BéwéplaststandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFrench representative for BOY, presenting at FIP 2026 in Lyon. Showcases sustainable production with EconPlast units and sustainable materials.
• Polmak PlastikstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLong-standing Turkish representative for BOY, presenting at Plast Eurasia 2025 in Istanbul. Provides state-of-the-art machine technology and comprehensive support for Turkish customers.
• Trillion Machinery HoldingsstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChinese representative for BOY, presenting machines at Chinaplas 2025 in Shenzhen. Demonstrates applications on BOY 22 A PRO and BOY XS E.
• Andeli Co., Ltd.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChinese representative for BOY, presenting at Chinaplas 2026 in Shanghai. Specializes in medical technology applications and precision micro injection molding for the growing Chinese medical device market.
• Karan Engineering Co.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIndian representative for BOY with over 80% market share in LSR applications in India. Presents LSR technology at Plastindia 2026, serving automotive, electronics, medical technology, household appliances, and aerospace sectors.
• BOY Switzerland GmbHcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNewly founded Swiss subsidiary of BOY, established in 2025/2026, marking the start of a new chapter with lean, modern organization focused on customer proximity and technical expertise in the Swiss market. Managing Director: Roman Gnos.
• University of KasselminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partner collaborating with BOY at FIP 2026, exhibiting a BOY XS producing thermochromic LSR bottle caps that change color with temperature, demonstrating innovative materials research.
• BOY Ltd.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUK representative for BOY, presenting at Interplas 2026 in Birmingham with four machines including the BOY 20 E PRO, BOY 50 E, BOY 25 E VH, and BOY 35 Electric. Demonstrates latest developments in the smaller machine range.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• ARBURG: ARBURG is a German manufacturer of injection molding machines with clamping forces up to 6,500 kN and a strong global installed base. It is one of the closest direct competitors to BOY, particularly in the small-to-mid tonnage, precision, and LSR segments where both companies compete for medical and technical parts molders.
• ENGEL Holding: ENGEL is an Austrian family-owned injection molding machine manufacturer with a broad portfolio spanning micro to large-tonnage machines. It competes with BOY in automotive, technical parts, and packaging applications, with comparable emphasis on energy efficiency and electric drive technology.
• Nissei Plastic Industrial: Nissei is a Japanese manufacturer of electric and hybrid injection molding machines with strong positioning in medical, electronics, and precision applications. It directly competes with BOY in the high-precision, mid-tonnage, and electric machine segments.
• Toshiba Machine (Shibaura Machine): Shibaura Machine (formerly Toshiba Machine) is a Japanese manufacturer of injection molding machines with strong electric machine technology. It competes with BOY in precision and electric injection molding, particularly in electronics and medical applications in Asia and globally.
• Wittmann Battenfeld: Wittmann Battenfeld is an Austrian manufacturer of injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment. It directly competes with BOY in small-to-mid tonnage machines and offers integrated automation solutions similar to BOY's LR 5 robot and Procan control platform.
• Negri Bossi: Negri Bossi is an Italian manufacturer of injection molding machines serving European and emerging markets. It competes with BOY in small-to-mid tonnage machines and shares European customer overlap in automotive and consumer goods applications.
• Sumitomo (SHI) Demag Plastics Machinery: Sumitomo (SHI) Demag is a Japanese-German manufacturer specializing in electric and hybrid injection molding machines. It competes directly with BOY's BOY Electric Series, particularly in medical, electronics, and high-precision applications.
• KraussMaffei: KraussMaffei (owned by ChemChina/Sinopec) is a German manufacturer of injection molding, extrusion, and reaction process machinery. It directly competes with BOY in injection molding machines, particularly at the higher tonnage ranges and in automotive and packaging applications.

Broad incumbents

• Haitian International: Haitian International is the world's largest injection molding machine manufacturer by volume, primarily serving mid-to-high tonnage commodity applications. As a broad incumbent, it competes with BOY in the general-purpose machine market but at significantly lower price points and broader scale.
• Milacron (Hillenbrand): Milacron (a Hillenbrand company) is a US-based manufacturer of injection molding machines and plastics processing equipment. As a broad incumbent, it competes with BOY in packaging and general-purpose applications but with a different geographic and customer focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@DrBoyGmbHCoKG/videos
• Xx.com/boymachines

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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