Melissa LarsonConveying & accumulationPFlow: Package handling lift modelPFlow Industries Inc.PFlow Industries, Inc. has upgraded its DB Package Handling Lift, increasing the maximum achievable speed from 600 to 1,500 ft./min. to better serve the highest throughput, multi-level vertical lifting applications.January 11, 2016Controls & Machine ComponentsAutomationDirect: Lower-resolution analog modulesAutomationDirect’s Productivity2000 programmable controller line now includes 12 and 13-bit resolution current and voltage analog input and output modules for cost-conscious applications.January 8, 2016Controls & Machine ComponentsPilz: Base unit for configurable control systemsPilz adds its new base unit PNOZ m B1 to the range of configurable control systems PNOZmulti 2, in order to not only offer higher performance for machines with a larger function range, i.e. for larger projects, but also to provide a connection to all common fieldbus systems via the corresponding expansion modules.January 8, 2016Filling/capping, dryE-PAK Machinery: Spindle capping systemsE-Pak Machinery Inc.Spindle capping systems from E-PAK can accommodate a wide variety of cap and bottle configurations without the need for change parts.January 7, 2016Conveying & accumulationPHD: Drop-in cylinderPHD, Inc.Series OCQ drop-in pneumatic cylinders from PHD feature a compact design for applications where cylinder length is critical.January 6, 2016Coding, Printing & LabelingMicroscan: Decoding algorithmsOmron AutomationMicroscan announces the availability of improved X-Mode 4.0 decoding algorithms with its newly-released MicroHAWK barcode reader platform.January 5, 2016Controls & Machine ComponentsSiemens: AC power modulesPM240-2 power modules are now available from Siemens, extending the use of the Sinamics G120 drives family; a significant change is the addition of 230V single- and three-phase line supply units featuring quick-connect pull-off terminals on the motor, line supply, and braking resistor connections; allowing unit to offer an even more simplified installation and maintenance.January 5, 2016Filling/capping, liquid & viscousKosme: Blow molder/unscrambler, filler, and labeler in oneKosmeThe Krones subsidiary Kosme has debuted the 3Bloc, a block configuration available in two different variations, for PET and for HDPE containers.January 4, 2016Bag/pouch fill/seal (pre-made bags)Telesonic Packaging: Horizontal pouch packagerTelesonic Packaging Corp.The new Ultra IM16-24 from Telesonic is an automatic horizontal pouch packer designed to fulfill the demand for larger quantities of free flowing products in three- or four-sided sealed bags, standup pouches with zippers, or spouts to be produced from web widths up to 60 in. at an average rate of 40 ppm.December 21, 2015Coding, Printing & LabelingSleeve Seal: Sleeve labelerSleeve SealThe Sleeve Seal SSL-1600 is setting speed records in the pro-modified, dual head vertical sleeve labeler category; the two-lane, dual synchronized head SSL-1600 provides unique speeds and can employ two independent functions for each labeling head.December 18, 2015Previous PagePage 66 of 103Next PageTop StoriesPACK EXPOPrepare for the Biggest and Most Comprehensive PACK EXPO Las VegasPACK EXPO Las Vegas is this year’s largest gathering of packaging and processing professionals, offering attendees unique opportunities to uncover key technology solutions and make the connections that drive businesses forward.Containers & ClosuresThrough the Line Podcast: Paper Cup Melds Finnish Licorice with Forest InnovationDigital TransformationHumanoid Robots in Packaging Part 1: Continuous Upgrades, Some Industry AdoptionFilling/capping, liquid & viscousA Video Overview of Liquid Filling MachinesSponsor ContentEngineered Liquid Mixing Systems Increase Process Yield