Melissa LarsonControls & Machine ComponentsGrove Gear: Helical inline gear reducersGrove GearThe expanded line of Grove Gear LeCentric helical in-line reducers offers advantages for OEM and MRO applications alike, with quick delivery, high levels of customization, and the cost-effectiveness of pre-assembled GEAR+MOTOR units that combine the LeCentric reducer with user’s choice of motors.November 9, 2015Conveying & accumulationOden Machinery: Liquid blending systemOden Machinery, Inc.Oden Machinery introduces a continuous stream digital blending system; Mass/Blend provides for pilot plant to production scale blending of liquid products and can be utilized in every segment of the liquid product markets.November 9, 2015Controls & Machine ComponentsAutomationDirect: G-thread pneumatic fittingsAutomationDirect’s NITRA line of pneumatics products now offers G-thread push-to-connect fittings and flow control valves; components are made with strong thermoplastic (PBT) or nickel-plated brass bodies and stainless steel tube gripping claws and have a pre-applied O-ring to seal.November 6, 2015Adhesive applicationNordson ASYMTEK: Precision adhesive dispensingNordson ASYMTEKNordson ASYMTEK introduces the NexJet NJ-8 system, which improves and simplifies the adhesive dispensing process for fast-paced production environments where precision, flexibility, and long-term reliability are important.November 5, 2015Secondary PackagingIntelligrated: Alvey palletizersHoneywell IntelligratedIntelligrated announces the launch of two enhanced palletizer models, the Alvey 890i and 891i. The upgrades include technological advancements that make the machines easier to operate and maintain, improve safety and offer options to increase capacity.November 3, 2015Conveying & accumulationKUKA: Hygienic robotKUKA Robotics CorporationKR AGILUS robot from KUKA is designed to be used in applications involving direct contact with foodstuffs and pharmaceutical substances; corrosion-resistant surfaces, food-compatible lubricants and stainless steel parts ensure the highest level of hygiene.November 3, 2015Filling/capping, liquid & viscousE-PAK Machinery: Piston fillersE-Pak Machinery Inc.E-PAK manufactures a wide variety of piston fillers to fill semi-viscous to viscous and chunky products using air-driven cylinders.November 3, 2015Controls & Machine ComponentsAerotech: Commercial motion controllerEasyTune from Aerotech is the most advanced autotuning tool available in a commercial motion controller; entirely data-driven, the algorithm largely mimics the process followed by an experienced controls engineer.November 3, 2015Coding, Printing & LabelingDalemark Industries, Inc.: High-resolution ink jet printersDALEMARK INDUSTRIES, INC.Dalemark announces the introduction of its Series 400 Model DOTMARK high resolution ink jet printers; a line of simple, low cost, self-contained coders designed to replace more costly, larger, multi-fluid continuous ink jet (C.I.J.) coders, as well as many drop-on-demand coders.November 2, 2015Feeding/inserting/unscramblingABB Robotics: Collaborative dual-arm robotABB RoboticsABB has introduced YuMi, said to be the world’s first truly collaborative dual-arm industrial robot, and specifically designed to meet the flexible and agile production needs of small parts assembly environment thanks to its dual arms, flexible hands, universal parts feeding system, camera-based part location, lead-through programming, and precise motion control.November 2, 2015Previous PagePage 70 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 ContentTraceability in Packaging: From Obligation to Opportunity
