Gretchen EdelbrockHomeBeckhoff 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, 2013Controls & Machine ComponentsForce Control Industries, Inc: Double C-face coupler brakeForce Control Industries’ Double C-face Coupler Brake includes double c-faces and mates to a standard motor, replacing special brake motors that often involve long lead times and high costs, and reducing inventory and maintenance costs for palletizers and other packaging machinery.January 14, 2013Controls & Machine ComponentsLenze Americas: Inverter-motor drive solutions websiteLenze Americas’ free web-based EASY Explorer design program provides fast selection of drive components early in the design phase of a new machine by analyzing basic user-entered data and automatically determining optimal inverter and geared motor combinations for user consideration.January 14, 2013HomePaperWorks Industries: Multi-sensory package enhancementsPaperWorks IndustriesPaperWorks' multi-sensory graphic enhancements include HoloBrite holographic effects, and AccuScent microencapsulated scratch n’ sniff labels, as well as AccuBrite metallic finishes and SoftTouch specialty tactile coating, which engage consumer senses, helping manufacturers differentiate brands at point-of-purchase.January 14, 2013HomeMOCON annouces new corporate branding, subsidiary brandingMOCON, Inc., manufacturer of package integrity instrumentation, is introducing new corporate branding to better support its subsidiaries and global footprint.January 14, 2013HomeIntelligrated celebrates Grand Opening of headquarters expansion in Mason, OHThe grand opening of Intelligrated’s 122,000-sq.-ft. headquarters located in Mason, OH will accommodate an ongoing increase in engineering, research, and development staffing.January 14, 2013Controls & Machine ComponentsAutomationDirect: Temperature transmittersHead-mounted and DIN rail-mounted temperature transmitters in non-programmable and programmable models are now available in AutomationDirect’s ProSense line.January 13, 2013Conveying & accumulationNational Bulk Equipment, Inc: Pneumatic conveying systemNational Bulk Equipment, Inc.National Bulk Equipment’s pneumatic conveying system is specially treated to transfer highly-corrosive, granular material, uses integrated automation to minimize human exposure to the material, and optimizes process efficiency with its upstream bulk bag unloading system.January 13, 2013Conveying & accumulationShibuya Hoppmann Corporation: Bulk conveyor achieves speeds of more than 60 ft./min.Shibuya Hoppmann CorporationThe new EC-Series Bulk Product Conveyor from Shibuya Hoppmann can be used as a bulk conveying system or can be modified to accommodate a bulk hopper for any prefeeding need.January 13, 2013Filling/capping, liquid & viscousT.H.E.M. (Technical Help in Engineering and Marketing): Flexible packaging machinesT.H.E.M. / Sanko North AmericaSanko’s FP500 dry and Zero1 liquid flexible packaging machine models, which are fully supported by T.H.E.M.’s service organization, are designed for a wide range of food, beverage, and personal care product companies.January 13, 2013Previous PagePage 128 of 241Next PageTop StoriesRecyclingFrom Room Service to Recycling: Hotels, Resorts Switch to Aluminum BottlesPremium water brand Kopu is helping hotels and resorts reduce waste and meet sustainability goals with premium aluminum bottles and a turnkey recycling program designed for luxury hospitality settings.Sustainable PackagingAldi Adopts ‘World’s First’ Aluminum-free Full Barrier Aseptic CartonsPackage DesignAbsolut Vodka Adds Glow Effect for Festival-Themed BottlesPMMI NewsPMMI Foundation Donates $100,000 to Michigan State’s School of PackagingSponsor ContentSlurry & Solution Processing System for Accurate Liquid-Solid Blends
