Archive for 2020
Fetch Robotics Announces Integrated Fulfillment Solution with Zebra Technologies
Fetch Robotics announced a collaboration with Zebra Technologies Corporation, an innovator at the edge of the enterprise with solutions and partners that enable businesses to gain a performance edge, to optimize and automate warehouse picking processes through the integration of Fetch Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) and Zebra FulfillmentEdge™ software. The unique solution optimizes picking across multiple orders…
Read MoreA Packaging Perspective: Connecting Product Packaging to the Circular Economy
By Todd Meussling, Senior Market Development Manager of Fresh-Lock Closures Packaging professionals are currently faced with a difficult challenge: creating consumer-friendly packaging solutions that are also sustainable while maintaining production speeds, performance and packaging appearance. A big part of this challenge is understanding how both packagers and consumers use our resources. With an understanding of…
Read MoreNew K6PM Thermal Condition Monitor From Omron Provides Continuous Thermal Monitoring For Industrial Equipment
Industrial automation solutions provider Omron Automation Americas has a new technology to help facilities get closer to the ultimate goal of zero downtime. By providing continuous, remote thermal monitoring of electrical panels and other components, Omron’s K6PM Thermal Condition Monitoring Device lowers the time and cost required for critical equipment inspections and minimizes the risk…
Read MoreOptimizing Case and Tray Packing Flexibility in the Tissue and Nonwovens Industry
By Edson The need for flexibility in case packing in the tissue and nonwovens industry has never been greater. Consumers are demanding more choices in paper towels, hygienic tissue paper, diapers, incontinence products, facial tissue, toilet paper and wet wipes. Wet-wipe consumption overall – including cleaning cloths, baby wipes, and feminine hygiene and cosmetic wipes…
Read MoreUniversal Robots to Debut New Cobot-Powered Fulfillment Solutions
With eCommerce generating the greatest year-over-year growth of all U.S. retail industries, there is now more warehousing space being built in the U.S. than projected warehousing jobs required to fill that space. When thousands of supply chain professionals were asked in a recent Materials Handling Institute survey what technologies would yield the greatest boost to…
Read MorePallet Unloading Conveyor
Multi-Conveyor recently built a 48 in. wide stainless steel constructed chain conveyor system to move both empty and full pallets over seven separate conveyor sections totaling over 40 feet of over-under conveyance. Operators load full pallets onto the upper level where the pallet advances through two staging zones, controlled by photo-eyes, to the unloading zone.…
Read MoreThe Environmental and Economic Benefits of Eco-Friendly Pallets
By Daniel Kelly, CEO of Polymer Solutions International Inc. The global packaging market is expected to post a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) close to 6 percent by 2023, according to the latest market research report by Technavio. Packaging allows marketing and product differentiation and educates and informs the consumer. At the same time, the procurement,…
Read MorePackaging in an eCommerce World
By Anja Roehrle, Marketing and Communication Manager at DS Smith The ongoing digitalization and the associated changes in consumer shopping behavior have a major impact on the design and construction of packaging. Mass-produced products lose their attractiveness. Brand manufacturers, retailers and logistics providers are adapting to the new challenges of online trading. They receive strong…
Read MoreA Packaging Perspective: A Breakthrough in eCommerce Design
By Laura J. Goodman, MS Senior Scientist at NA Fabric Care Online shopping will only continue to gain momentum in the years to come, enticing consumers by offering them access to better prices, more selection and shorter shipping times. However, as the online shopping landscape becomes increasingly more congested, companies are pushed to innovate how…
Read Moreinterplastica,and upakovka 2020 Reflect Stabilizing Russian Market
At the recent concurrent staging of interplastica, International Trade Fair for Plastics and Rubber, and upakovka – Processing & Packaging, in Moscow indications of the stabilization of the Russian market were reportedly evident. A total of 937 exhibitors from 40 countries attracted about 24,950 visitors, mainly from Russia and the neighboring states. The atmosphere in…
Read MoreGlobal Packaging Industry Deals Total $2.73 Billion in Q4 2019
Total packaging industry deals for Q4 2019 worth $2.73 billion were announced globally, according to GlobalData’s deals database. The value marked an increase of 17.2 percent over the previous quarter and a drop of 58.3 percent when compared with the last four-quarter average of $6.55 billion. In terms of number of deals, the sector saw…
Read MoreInspection and Detection: Who’s Doing What?
By Joan Mantini It is not just the food and nutrition industry facing increasingly stringent requirements relating to product quality and safety, other markets such as pharmacetical, cannabis and even eCommerce are facing new regulatoins and requirements that manufacturers must adhear to. With a push for these new regultions and standards, inspection and detection systems are…
Read MoreThe FPA Launches New Website
The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) recently announced the official launch of its new website, www.flexpack.org. The FPA is committed to connecting, advancing, and leading the flexible packaging industry and the new website is a key communication tool in that quest. The homepage offers a ‘FPA Spotlight’ section that highlights the Market Tracker, the State of…
Read MoreEducation is Key to Selecting the Right Sanitary Conveyor Platform for Your Application
By Chuck Sena, Industry Manager – Sanitary at Dorner Regulatory legislation such as the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) has been the driving force behind food manufacturers taking a closer look at their conveyor systems to ensure compliance and hygienic standards are making the grade. The result of these reviews has led companies to identify…
Read MoreCTM Labeling Systems was featured in an Amazon community video for supplying the majority of printing labelers for Amazon’s Fulfillment Centers
CTM Labeling Systems, a leading US supplier of world-class labeling systems, was showcased in a video blog published by Amazon, the iconic online retailer. The video and accompanying blog included interviews with CTM management, as well as video footage of CTM’s production processes and downtown Salem, Ohio where the company is based. CTM Labeling Systems is…
Read MorePregis Joins CEFLEX to Further European Flexible Packaging Sustainability Efforts
Pregis announced it has Circular Economy Flexible Packaging (CEFLEX), a European consortium of companies and associations representing the entire flexible packaging value chain. CEFLEX has established a roadmap and targets to achieve a circular economy for flexible packaging for the years 2020 to 2025, and increase recycling efforts across the EU. Robust actions also include…
Read MoreAligned Asset Group – A Global Leader in Connecting Food Manufacturing Buyers and Sellers
Carl Radde is a 5th generation auctioneer and understand every aspect of auctions. He is a member of the National Auctioneers Association, a Certified Auctioneers Institute graduate and a Minnesota state bid-calling champion. He has held leadership positions in the Minnesota State Auctioneers Association and studied marketing. He knows the needs of the multi-plant food…
Read MoreDomino Digital Printing Launches UV95 Food Packaging Compliant Ink Set
Domino Digital Printing Solutions launched its new seven color UV95 food packaging compliant digital ink set. In the video link below, watch Louise Adcock, Domino’s N-Series product manager, walk viewers through a demonstration of this ink set on Domino’s N610i digital ink jet label press. Visit: https://go.domino-printing.com/UV95launchLabelexpo2019 Louise highlights the key features and benefits of…
Read MoreOnRobot Expands Innovative Gecko Gripper Family with Compact Gecko Single-Pad (SP) Gripper for Small-Footprint Applications
OnRobot announced it has launched a compact, single-pad version of its innovative Gecko no-mark adhesive gripper. The new Gecko Single Pad (SP) gripper brings the same capability to new automation applications with small footprints and lower payload. The Gecko SP is available in three sizes; SP1, SP3 and SP5 named after the gripper’s payload in…
Read MoreSNAXPO20: Get a taste of Schubert in Charlotte
This is your chance to learn, see and experience all about Schubert’s forward-looking technology to accelerate your snack business operations. Visit Schubert at booth 1509 or enhance your trip to Charlotte by visiting its North American headquarters and training center only 15 minutes south of the show venue. Set Your Meeting Now!
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