Illig Maschinenbau GmbH was one of Germany’s most recognized names in thermoforming and packaging machinery. Known for reliability and engineering precision, Illig systems have been used across the food, consumer goods, and industrial packaging industries for decades. After the company entered insolvency proceedings in 2024, many operators faced growing uncertainty about long-term spare part availability and technical documentation.
MachineToolSpareParts.site provides solutions for machine owners who depend on these systems. We connect users with licensed technical drawings and coordinate part manufacturing through our global network of verified suppliers. Our goal is to keep Illig machines productive and fully operational.
The Illig Background
Founded in Heilbronn, Germany, Illig became a pioneer in automatic thermoforming machines and packaging lines. Its technologies shaped an entire segment of the plastics machinery industry. Even today, many Illig systems remain in daily use worldwide.
However, following financial difficulties and a formal insolvency filing, the company restructured its operations. While some service functions continued, spare parts for older models were gradually discontinued. As a result, many long-term users needed independent solutions to maintain production reliability.
Challenges for Machine Owners
The discontinuation of OEM support can create significant obstacles.
Common challenges include:
• Outdated or missing spare part documentation
• Limited or unavailable tooling and forming components
• High lead times for replacement parts
• Uncertainty about compatibility for legacy systems
These issues make machine maintenance more complex and can cause downtime and increased operational costs.
Our Solution
MachineToolSpareParts.site helps bridge the gap left by discontinued OEM support. We acquire licensed drawings and engineering documentation from original sources or insolvency administrators. Using this data, our partner network can reproduce essential parts with full dimensional accuracy and verified materials.
Through our international manufacturing network, we can:
• Reproduce discontinued Illig spare parts
• Provide access to licensed drawings and component data
• Supply parts produced by certified machining and tooling facilities
This ensures Illig equipment can remain in operation safely, efficiently, and economically for many more years.
Request Illig Spare Parts
If you operate an Illig thermoforming or packaging machine and need replacement parts, you can submit a request through our contact form. Include the machine model, part description, or a photo, and our technical team will check available data and confirm the best solution for your case.
Our mission is to help you maintain your Illig machines without interruption and protect the productivity of your operations.
Disclaimer
MachineToolSpareParts.site is an independent platform and is not affiliated with Illig Maschinenbau GmbH & Co. KG. We may or may not currently hold or be able to acquire the original technical drawings. Every request is reviewed individually, and availability depends on licensing rights and data access for each specific machine or component.