Melissa LarsonHomeAutomationDirect: Harsh-duty photoelectric sensorsAutomationDirect’s new FM series harsh duty photoelectric sensors, ideal for food and beverage applications, are IP69K-rated sensors in three-wire NPN or PNP styles, and are available in 27 wash-down models.June 16, 2015Coding, Printing & LabelingID Technology: Labeling system for round containersID TechnologyID Technology, powered by Pro Mach, announces the release of the LSI Model 1500i labeling system for round containers, capable of labeling up to 60 products/min.June 15, 2015Controls & Machine ComponentsTolomatic: All-stainless electric rod cylinderThe ERD22 electric rod cylinder from Tolomatic is a low-cost, versatile replacement for pneumatic cylinders and an alternative to manual processes, featuring force capabilities up to 1,700 lbf (7 kN), hygienic design and IP69k rating.June 12, 2015Filling/capping, dryMaterial Transfer: Bag filling systemMaterial TransferHigh output filling system with rotary bag hanger system brings all bag strap connection points directly in front of the operator for quick and easy access.June 11, 2015HomeBanner Engineering: Laser contrast sensor with fixed background suppressionBanner Engineering announces that its Q3X laser contrast sensor is now available with contrast detection and fixed background suppression.June 9, 2015HomeFortress Technology: Test wandsFortress Technology Inc.Fortress Technology introduces its new metal detector test wands, designed in accordance with customer requests for easily identifiable, durable and hygienic test pieces.June 8, 2015Controls & Machine ComponentsSMAC: Electric cylinderSMAC Moving Coil Actuators, Inc. has introduced built-in controllers that can be equipped with any SMAC CB and LCA actuator for 5- and 1-micron applications; the CBL35C electric cylinder is the first in the series with a built-in controller, offering the advantages of virtually no noise, longer life and no air contamination.June 5, 2015Coding, Printing & LabelingMystic Assembly and Decorating: Shrink-sleeve labelerMystic Assembly and DecoratingMystic Assembly and Decorating has added a shrink-sleeve labeler that can now apply various and shapes and sizes of shrink-sleeve labels offering stunning 360 deg. visual impact, in-line with the multiple decorating techniques.June 4, 2015Controls & Machine ComponentsGebo Cermex: Diagnostic audits for determining container degradationGebo Cermex has added two new options to its range of audits—the “shocks” audit and the “pressure” audit—that will soon be incorporated into its overall EIT (Efficiency Improvement Tool) to detect, locate, and measure the critical points on the packaging line.June 2, 2015Conveying & accumulationMulti-Conveyor: 4 lanes to 1 combinerMulti-ConveyorMulti-Conveyor offers an economical 4 to 1 solution which saves users both floor space and money; the system incorporates four lanes of pneumatically actuated clamping devices and blade stops that are used to control the traffic of four rows of product and merge them seamlessly down to one lane for delivery to a palletizing system.June 1, 2015Previous PagePage 83 of 103Next PageTop StoriesDigital TransformationHumanoid Robots in Packaging Part 2: Cautious Curiosity Among CPGsSome CPGs are evaluating humanoid robots as an automation solution, but interest isn’t translating to adoption quite yet in part two of this three-part series exploring the potential for humanoid robots in packaging and processing.PACK EXPOPrepare for the Biggest and Most Comprehensive PACK EXPO Las VegasContainers & ClosuresThrough the Line Podcast: Paper Cup Melds Finnish Licorice with Forest InnovationDigital TransformationHumanoid Robots in Packaging Part 1: Continuous Upgrades, Some Industry AdoptionSponsor ContentNavigate Complex Indoor Environments
