Gretchen EdelbrockSecondary PackagingStandard-Knapp: Tray shrink packerStandard-KnappSee it at PACK EXPO Las Vegas Booth #C-4214 ! For co-packers who need to provide customers with a variety of tray packaging, the flexible and versatile 298 Tritium Trayshrink Packer with Robo-Wand wrapping module from Standard-Knapp can pack in three pack styles – tray, pad, or unsupported.July 20, 2015Primary PackagingNordson EFD: Automated fluid dispensing systems combine precise dispensing with programmingNordson CorporationEasily integrated into any manufacturing operation including pharmaceutical and medical applications, Nordson EFD's new automated fluid dispensing systems combine precise dispensing with fast and easy programming to provide faster cycle times, reduced manufacturing and ownership costs, and the flexibility to use the same automated dispensing system in different production areas.February 3, 2015HomeNorthstar Balloons LLC Packaging Division now Northstar Converting LLCNorthstar Converting LLC, formerly Northstar Balloons LLC Packaging Division, is a women-owned, privately-held operation, with a legacy in flexographic printing, lamination, and pouch converting dating back 40 years.February 3, 2015HomeColumbia/Okura announces strategic alliance with FischbeinInitiated by each company’s shared commitment to providing single source, end-to-end, fully automated bag packaging solutions, Columbia/Okura LLC, and Fischbein Americas, a leader in bag closing technology and packaging solutions, have announced the formation of a strategic alliance.February 2, 2015HomeColleen Ooten joins TricorBraun as director of supply chainColleen Ooten has joined TricorBraun as Director of Supply Chain to oversee the company’s supply chain operations in its Central Division, which includes Canada and the central U.S.February 2, 2015HomeMultisorb appoints Chris Gilmor to commercial director for healthcare packaging in the AmericasAs part of its latest step toward global expansion, Multisorb Technologies has appointed Chris Gilmor to the position of Commercial Director, Americas to direct all Healthcare Packaging market activity in North, Central, and South America, and to support his expanding team of Healthcare Business Development Leaders in their respective roles in these regions.February 2, 2015HomeWilliam L. Clippard, III honored by The Ohio State UniversityWilliam L. Clippard, (Bill), chairman of the board, Clippard Instrument Laboratory, Inc., was recently honored by The Ohio State University Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering for his commitment to the field of engineering.February 2, 2015Protective/Transport PackagingPregis: High-pressure protective packaging filmsPregisPregis’ two new HC (hybrid cushioning) Performance films enable air to be contained within the cells for extended periods of time to protect products that require longer storage and shipping cycles.February 2, 2015HomePHD: Switches for grippers provide more sensing capabilityPHD, Inc.Able to sense up to four jaw positions throughout the jaw travel, the JC1STP Teachable 2 Position Switch Mounting Kit for PHD’s Series 8400 and Series 190/191 Grippers provide the switch plate with slots for either one or two Series JC1STP Switches to mount to the bottom surface of the grippers.January 30, 2015HomeBeckhoff: Compact servomotorsOffering a low rotor moment of inertia as well as quadruple overload capacity, Beckhoff Automation’s AM801x and AM811x servomotors (which have been added to its AM8000 servomotor series) feature F1 flange size with a 40 mm edge length to provide high levels of motion dynamics in the smallest installation spaces.January 29, 2015Page 1 of 241Next PageTop StoriesBeerHow Can Craft Brewers Shape the Future of the Industry?Craft brewers are nearing the end of the era of rapid adoption and must find ways to increase demand and create more occasions for American drinkers to choose craft.SustainabilityStrong Opinions Vary on Progress of Global Plastic Policy at INC4Business IntelligenceChallenges of Data Governance and Security in PackagingRecyclingHotel Amenity Bottle Uses 100% Ocean-Bound PlasticSponsor ContentPail Filling: Highly Accurate Fill Cycles Ensure Optimal Yield & Rate
