Gretchen EdelbrockHomePlastic Technologies announces 2013 US, EU training seminarsPlastic Technologies, Inc. (PTI), developer of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and other plastic-based packaging, hass announced its 2013 training seminar series.January 17, 2013HomeDelkor hires Kurt Kern as new VP of OperationsDelkor Systems, manufacturer of packaging equipment for cartoning, case and tray packing, flat pad (Spot-Pak) shippers, and robotics, has hired Kurt Kern as Vice President of Operations effective November 30, 2012.January 16, 2013Secondary PackagingKUKA Robotics Corporation: Mixed palletizing cellKUKA Robotics CorporationDesigned for retail, food, and beverage distribution, Kuka, in collaboration with RSW, has designed the Mixed Case Row Palletizing (MXRP) to streamline the building of pallets with mixed products and/or packaging at distribution centers to deliver efficiency gains of 40% or more in building same-store pallets.January 16, 2013HomeHarpak-ULMA receives patent for C-Pak reclosable packageHarpak-ULMA Packaging has announced the issuance of US Patent #8,105.638 for its C-Pak reclosable package, which is characterized by a lower shelf film seal flange and an inside closing interference style lid.January 16, 2013HomeHenkel and DaniMer form alliance to deliver bio-based hotmelt adhesives for packagingHenkel and DaniMer Scientific, LLC have formed an alliance to combine Henkel’s expertise in hotmelt adhesive formulation, application, and global footprint, with DaniMer’s expertise in biopolymer science, proprietary production capabilities, and the company’s bio-based technology platform.January 16, 2013Secondary PackagingCermex Inc: Top-loading case packer for personal care industryWith a speed of 40 CPM, the new FlexiCase multi-function, top-loading case packer (forming/loading/sealing) from Cermex is an efficient solution for the packing of personal and home care plastic bottles of all sizes, shapes, and strengths.January 15, 2013HomeJim Campbell appointed President/CEO Multivac, Inc.The Multivac Board of Directors has appointed 20+ year Multivac veteran Jim Campbell as its new president/CEO of Multivac, Inc., manufacturer of thermoform fill-seal rollstock packaging solutions, robotic loading, chamber vacuum packaging machines, traysealers, shrink tanks, and both cross-web and inline labelers for food, medical and consumer product applications.January 15, 2013Controls & Machine ComponentsB&R Industrial Automation: Keypad moduleEspecially suitable for food and pharmaceutical industries, B&R’s new keypad module with integrated illuminated ring keys combines intuitive operation, ergonomic design, and robust construction for tough industrial environments.January 14, 2013Controls & Machine ComponentsClippard Instrument Laboratory, Inc: Analytical electronic valvesDesigned for the specific needs of the analytical industry, and for applications where cleanliness is especially important, Clippard’s new Analytical Series (“A-E”) electronic valves are available in 2-way or 3-way, normally-closed, or fully ported versions.January 14, 2013HomeBeckhoff Automation: I/O technology enhances flexibility, performanceBeckhoff’s new EP1518 EtherCAT Box provides a greater variety of distributed I/O technology, integrating numerous functions such as 32 bit fast-pulse counters, digital inputs with sensor diagnostics and adjustable filter characteristics all into one compact I/O box.January 14, 2013Previous PagePage 127 of 241Next PageTop StoriesSustainable PackagingCPGs Reduce Packaging Weight by 5 MMt Since 2019, Report FindsA joint industry report finds that companies are reducing packaging weight through lightweighting, redesigns, and material shifts while balancing recyclability goals and product protection.RecyclingColumn: With Recycling at an Inflection Point, CPGs to Shape What Comes NextWorkforceThree Insights on Operator Training from CPG LeadersPMMI NewsPMMI Announces Two New Work Products from the OpX Leadership NetworkSponsor ContentSide-entry Liquid Mixer Improves Solids Suspension in Large Tanks
