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About Automa

ItalyEst. 1972

Automa was founded in 1972 by Vittorio Gentili in the Bologna region of Italy, originally to produce blow molding machines in support of an Italian consumer goods operation. The company entered international markets by 1975 and grew steadily into one of Italy's most recognized names in blow molding machinery. After a period of restructuring in 2014, the brand and its production heritage were carried forward, and in 2018 Automa was united with Magic MP to form Automa by Magic S.r.l., which continues to manufacture and support the historical machine lines from its Cadriano, Italy headquarters.

Automa's core product range centers on injection blow molding machines, most notably the NSB series — including the NSB-20, NSB-50, and NSB-80 — which are single-stage, rotary injection stretch-blow molding platforms designed for high-precision PET container production. The company also produced continuous shuttle-style extrusion blow molding machines and accumulator head extrusion blow molders capable of forming containers from PE, HDPE, PP, PC, PETG, and PVC in sizes ranging from 20 ml to 30 liters. Both hydraulic and electric machine configurations were offered across the product lineup.

Automa machines were engineered primarily for industries demanding tight dimensional tolerances and consistent neck finishes. The cosmetics and personal care sector has long been a flagship market, with Automa injection blow molders producing bottles for shampoos, lotions, and fragrances. Pharmaceutical manufacturers rely on the same platforms for dosing bottles and sterile packaging, while food and beverage producers use the extrusion blow molding lines for dairy, juice, and condiment containers. Household and industrial cleaner producers round out the core end-market base.

Buyers seeking used Automa injection blow molding machines are drawn to the brand's reputation for robust hydraulic construction, long service life, and a well-established global spare-parts ecosystem. The NSB series in particular holds its value on the secondary market because mold tooling and replacement components remain widely available from Italian suppliers, and the machines are straightforward to overhaul. For processors producing small-to-medium runs of precision PET containers, a pre-owned Automa NSB offers a cost-effective entry point into single-stage injection blow technology without sacrificing output quality.

Meadoworks is your trusted source for used Automa equipment. As third-generation industrial equipment dealers and AMEA-certified appraisers with over 50 years of experience, we offer quality-inspected Automa machines at competitive prices. Browse the 1 used Automa machine listed above, or call 800-323-0307 for equipment not yet listed.

Every machine includes detailed specifications and high-resolution photos, and inspection visits are available for most equipment. We ship worldwide with experienced rigging partners and offer financing for qualified buyers. Have Automa equipment to sell? Get a free valuation or contact our team.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Automa best known for?

Automa is best known for its injection blow molding and extrusion blow molding machines, particularly the NSB series of single-stage, rotary injection stretch-blow molding platforms used to produce precision PET containers. Founded in Italy in 1972, the company built a global installed base of more than 3,500 machines serving the cosmetics, pharmaceutical, and food packaging industries.

What industries use Automa injection blow molding machines?

Automa injection blow molding machines are widely used in cosmetics and personal care, pharmaceutical packaging, food and beverage, and household and industrial cleaner production. The machines form containers from materials including PET, HDPE, PP, PC, PETG, and PVC in sizes from 20 ml up to 30 liters, making them versatile across a broad range of container formats.

Are parts and tooling still available for used Automa NSB machines?

Yes — spare parts, hydraulic components, and injection mold tooling for Automa NSB machines remain available through Italian suppliers and the successor entity Automa by Magic S.r.l., which actively supports the historical machine lines. The robust hydraulic construction of the NSB series also means that many wear components are standard industrial parts, keeping maintenance costs manageable on the used market.

Popular Automa Models

Automa NSB-20Automa NSB-50Automa NSB-80Automa AT20

Looking for one of these models? Call 800-323-0307 — we often have unlisted Automa machines coming in from plant closures.

Automa Specialties

Injection Blow Molding MachinesInjection Stretch Blow Molding MachinesExtrusion Blow Molding MachinesAccumulator Head Blow Molding MachinesContinuous Shuttle Extrusion Blow MoldersPET Container Forming Equipment

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