Eliminating PFAS with Cleaner Chemistry By Sean Hael, General Manager, Marketing & Sales, Mitsubishi Gas Chemical America Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as “forever chemicals,” have been widely used in industry and consumer products worldwide since the mid-20th century. Once favored for its oil and water-resistant properties, this practically unbreakable compound has recently…
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Lighter Packaging Materials Will Are Becoming The Norm By Edwin Borrero, Product Manager at Packsize Historically, packaging technology providers have designed equipment and machines to work with the materials that the majority of customers are used to – standard corrugate. As packaging evolves, digitized, automated packaging solutions have to continue to work with those average…
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Transferring injection compression molding technology to thin wall packaging production creates more solutions. By Bart van der Aar, Sr. Scientist Technology & Innovation Rigid Packaging, SABIC and Reto Gmür, Application Manager Packaging, NETSTAL Maschinen AG The packaging industry is facing several challenges, including reducing weight and costs, improving sustainability and complying with more-stringent food safety…
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How the Industry Can Keep Up With the Pace of Packaging Innovation By Nash Lawson, global product line director at Industrial Physics The global packaging industry is currently experiencing a significant level of transformation, and the integration of technologies, such as automation, can support the industry in meeting key quality and safety objectives. To capture…
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Human machine interface ensures goods make their way through the factory floor. By Mikko Urho, CEO, Visual Components Packaging equipment comes in many shapes and sizes. Cartons, bottles, boxes and sacks are just some of the containers used to house goods and send them down the supply chain and into the hands of consumers. Alongside…
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Specification Data is the Key to Connectivity By: Ayman Shoukry, Chief Technology Officer at Specright Digital threads are changing the game when it comes to revolutionizing packaging across industries. Deloitte defines a digital thread as “a single seamless strand of data and computing power that stretches from the initial design concept to the finished part,…
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Exploring the Challenges and Opportunities in Modern Manufacturing Environments By Barry Turner, Technical Business Development Manager, Red Lion Controls (www.redlion.net) The worlds of information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) in manufacturing plants have traditionally functioned independently of each other. The goal of OT was to keep the plant running smoothly, while IT managed all…
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Today’s consumers are increasingly incorporating technology and digital tools into their everyday lives. They use smart devices to stay connected and informed, manage work and personal lives, and assist in household and shopping tasks. According to a recent GlobalData survey, consumers are very interested in digitally advanced solutions, with 64% saying they look for “high-tech”…
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The Crucial Role of Coding and Marking Technology in the Packaging Industry By Josh Roffman, senior vice president marketing and product management at Loftware The packaging industry has undergone a significant transformation in recent years. While these changes have been influenced by various factors such as shifting industry demands as well as the evolving regulatory…
Read More >>By Umair Ejaz, Manager, Visual Components Packaging equipment comes in many shapes and sizes. Cartons, bottles, boxes and sacks are just some of the containers used to house goods and send them down the supply chain and into the hands of consumers. Alongside high throughput, manufacturers must ensure that packaging weights and materials are standardized…
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Increased lightweighting, down-gauging and savings in both energy and materials compared to conventional injection molding can create interesting sustainable solutions for Thin Wall Packaging production Bart van der Aar, Sr. Scientist Technology & Innovation Rigid Packaging, SABIC Reto Gmür, Product Manager Packaging, NETSTAL Maschinen AG The packaging industry is facing several challenges, including reducing weight…
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Unlock New Opportunities in Fulfillment Packaging By Ryan Germann, Director of Global Product Management for Mailing Solutions at Pregis, LLC. A profound momentum in the use of automation is propelling a wave of transformation across industries, fueled by the surge in e-commerce induced by the pandemic. Even before it met this dynamic environment, environmental sustainability…
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The Transition to Next Generation Barcodes By Devna Dayal from Matthews Marking Systems, with Steven Keddie senior director of GS1 standards The familiar linear barcode we’ve used for five decades is in transition. It’s had a good run, revolutionizing supply chains and retail processes. But the pressures for data to support the need to track…
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How to Choose the Right Case Packer By Billy Goodman, managing director of Cama North America Retail-ready packaging, also known as shelf-ready packaging, has been around just a mere 18 years or so and its popularity is growing rapidly. In 2021, this market was valued at $62.9 billion and is projected to grow across the…
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Food Manufacturers Must Maintain High Product Quality, And Prevent Litigation, Recalls and Customer Complaints By Robert Rogers, senior advisor of food safety and regulations at Mettler-Toledo Product Inspection Group In this day and age, it’s more important than ever for food manufacturers to ensure their products are safe, free from foreign material contamination and accurately…
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New Vulnerabilities Require New Solutions By Maria Ferrante, vice president of education and workforce development for PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies The concept of cybersecurity is not a new one. Every connected device at an operation—from phones to computers to wearable smart devices—can potentially be exploited in a cyberattack. Manufacturers must be…
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Three Ways Digital Solutions Transform Hybrid Food and Beverage Packaging Operations By Jennifer Williams, Product Marketing Manager of Hybrid Markets at Emerson Hybrid food and beverage manufacturers face increasingly complex challenges to produce and package products under one roof. Against shrinking margins, rising material costs and ambitious sustainability goals, manufacturers also face evolving consumer and…
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Robotic Automation for Greater Packaging Productivity By Chris Caldwell, Product Manager at Yaskawa America Inc. – Motoman Robotics Division The quest to optimize equipment efficiency, ensure consistent quality and lower operational costs while empowering a stronger workforce continues to permeate the industrial landscape. While challenges persist, the transformative potential high-performance robotic automation is bringing to…
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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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How Engineers Eliminated Heat Issues By Alexander Kanaris, Founder and President of VDG (Van der Graaf) The drum motor, used to power conveyor belts since the 1950s, operates safely and is often a space saver. But they haven’t gained traction with the belt conveyor industry because the internally powered conveyor drives tended to overheat. But…
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