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BW Flexible Systems’ Hayssen R300 to launch at PACK EXPO East

March 17, 2024

Company to showcase significant innovation in flow-wrapping solutions for baked goods BW Flexible Systems, a global leader in flexible packaging solutions for food and non-food products, will introduce the Hayssen R300 to its flow wrapper portfolio at PACK EXPO East, held March 18 to 20 in Philadelphia. Renowned for its quality and robustness, the Hayssen…

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HERMA US to Showcase Trifecta of Advanced Labeling Equipment at Pack Expo East 2024

March 17, 2024

Machines feature multifaceted set of efficient, user-friendly and precision label application capabilities. HERMA US Inc., the subsidiary of HERMA GmbH – a Germany-based provider of labeling machinery and self-adhesive labels and materials to the global packaging marketplace – is set to showcase its latest innovations at Pack Expo East in Philadelphia, March 18-20. Attendees visiting…

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Anuga FoodTec: New bottle-filling machine expands Ampack’s portfolio

March 15, 2024

Ampack is breaking new ground in the filling of liquid food: the Syntegon company is completing its modular portfolio with the flexible FBL filling machine for preformed HDPE, PP, and PET bottles. With this expansion, Ampack is consolidating its position as a world market leader for aseptic applications. In addition to baby food and clinical…

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Fast & Compact Toshiba Printers Tackle Industrial-Level Labeling

March 15, 2024

New Toshiba Systems Quickly, Easily & Accurately Fulfill Labeling Applications for Logistics, Healthcare & Retail Professionals Toshiba America Business Solutions recently introduced its intelligently designed and dependable thermal transfer printers.  Toshiba’s new BV400T thermal transfer printers complete the company’s 4-inch desktop BV400 series while delivering exceptional design elements and advanced connectivity for the modern logistics, healthcare…

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ABB Opens Refitted, State-of-the-art Robotics Facility in Michigan

March 14, 2024

ABB opened its refitted US robotics headquarters and manufacturing facility in Auburn Hills, Michigan, which will support ABB Robotics’ global leadership in developing and manufacturing cutting-edge robotic solutions in the US, for the US and the Americas. The refit will support customers and ABB’s leadership in growing US robotics segments, including Packaging & Logistics, Food…

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Maintenance Turns Proactive

March 11, 2024

Preventive and Predictive Practices Solve Problems Before Downtime Occurs By Tom Egan, Vice President of Industry Services for PMMI, the Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies  A part fails or shifts out of adjustment, the line stops, and the downtime clock starts ticking. The longer it ticks, the higher the cost because overhead expenses continue…

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Epson Announces Cloud Monitoring and Tracking for SurePress Digital Label Presses with Epson Cloud Solution PORT

March 11, 2024

Epson’s SurePress® digital label presses now work with Epson Cloud Solution PORT®, offering live production monitoring and collaboration tools to increase automation. (All features of this system require an active internet connection and use of a supported browser.) Designed for simplicity and security, Epson Cloud Solution PORT provides a live view of printer fleet production,equipment…

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The Upward Trajectory of Sustainable Films

March 11, 2024

How CPGS Can Stay Ahead By Bob Burkhardt, Product Manager for Cartoning and Robotics at the R.A Jones Company It goes without saying, sustainability is one of the biggest topics dominating the packaging industry. Encouraged by consumers’ consistent increased interest in environmental impact and paired with significant buying power, food brands are now facing the challenge of…

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Seeing Red (in a Good Way)

March 11, 2024

Thermal imaging technology can revolutionize heat seal inspection – and optimize food and beverage packaging production lines. By Dan Ram,  Chairman of Yoran Imaging On food and beverage (F&B) production lines around the world, automation has come a long way. Machines are now efficiently and precisely handling tasks previously performed less perfectly by humans. Examples…

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How to Establish a Successful Preventive Maintenance Routine

March 11, 2024

Maintenance Tips for Ultrasonic Welding Operations By Mike Gizzi, Global Service and Calibration Manager for Ultrasonics at Emerson Whether your ultrasonic equipment is brand-new or has been in service for a while, successful preventive maintenance (PM) begins with establishing a maintenance baseline. Basically, that means starting — or continuing — a monthly routine of inspection…

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Start-up Distillery uses Mass-Flow, Reflow & Single Lane Accumulation

March 5, 2024

… including full transport conveyance from pasteurizer to case packer. Multi-Conveyor was recently requested to build a series of conveyors to transport and accumulate a ‘bourbon shine’ inspired beverage for a start-up distillery in the Smokey Mountain foothills. A variety of conveyor technologies were implemented to smoothly transport beverage cans between different processing machines in…

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CoPilot Max LT – Long throw printing system

March 5, 2024

Squid Ink Manufacturing, a leading manufacturer of coding and marking systems for product identification and traceability, introduces the CoPilot® Max LT long throw printing system. With up to 2.8” of print height per printhead, print speed of up to 440 fpm, and up to a half-inch (12mm) throw distance, the CoPilot Max LT offers a…

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Introducing the Gold Series Timer (GST): Revolutionizing Industrial Dust Collection Systems

March 5, 2024

Today, Camfil Air Pollution Control (APC) proudly unveils its latest dust collection controller, the Gold Series Timer (GST). This is a user-friendly and easily applied solution for pulse-jet cleaning control of industrial dust collection systems including baghouse designs. The GST stands out with its pulse output modules, which are seamlessly expandable to accommodate various solenoid valve types…

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26 Series with IO Link

March 4, 2024

Rechner capacitive sensor KA1590 from the 26 Series now has IO Link Technology.  This IO Link sensor can detect products with a low 1.1 dielectric.  The sensor comes with normally open contact and normally closed contact.  ON and OFF delay timing functions are programmable for your application requirements.  The easy teach by wire is guided…

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A real marvel when it comes to distance

March 4, 2024

Small housing, big operating range: Thanks to TOF technology, the new ODT3CL1-2M compact diffuse sensor from Leuze achieves an operating range of up to two meters. The 2-in-1 sensor detects the presence of objects and at the same time transmits measurement values. With the new ODT3CL1-2M laser diffuse sensor, the Sensor People from Leuze are…

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HP Thermal Inkjet (TIJ) Launches New Bulk Printing Solution for More Efficient and Versatile Packaging Production

February 28, 2024

HP Inc. announced the official launch of its HP Thermal Inkjet (TIJ) 108mm Bulk Printing Solution, the latest advancement to its world-renowned TIJ 4.0 Printhead technology, disrupting industry packaging processes. Boasting high speed, high resolution, and longer throw distances up to 10mm, the HP 108mm Printhead is now available to support customers globally with various wide-swath…

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Antares Vision Group Introduces Noninvasive Inline Pressure Measurement System for Beverages

February 27, 2024

Company’s PCS700-IOT performs high-speed pressure and gas measurement  for carbonated, nitrogen-dosed and hot-filled beverages to detect leaks and optimize the process Antares Vision Group, a technological partner in digitalisation of products and supply chains for companies and institutions, and leader in traceability and inspection for quality control, has introduced a noninvasive, inline pressure measurement system…

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Emerson Sees Boundless Automation™ as Industry Inflection Point to Address Data Barriers & Modernize Operations

February 27, 2024

Advanced software-defined automation architecture to integrate intelligent field, edge and cloud, unlocking a new era of productivity Global automation leaders are convening to learn about Boundless Automation at Emerson Exchange in Düsseldorf.  Building on its innovation leadership, global technology and software company Emerson is poised to transform industrial manufacturing with the next-generation automation architecture designed…

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EXAIR’s New Augmented Reality Web Application Helps Improve Customer Experience

February 27, 2024

EXAIR provides customers with confidence when selecting the right product for their process. To continue facilitating a high-quality user experience, EXAIR.com has upgraded the resources available to users by adding Augmented Reality (AR) capabilities while visiting the site on a mobile device. Customers will now have the ability to not only view a 3D version…

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Smart Solutions in The Hands of Manufacturers

February 26, 2024

The ‘remote’ route to zero machine downtime. By Kate Rattigan, Senior Product Manager – Advanced Services, Domino Printing Sciences Unplanned downtime is placing a greater burden on manufacturers than ever before. Research from Siemens highlights that the cost of unplanned downtime is – in every sector – at least 50% more per hour than it…

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