Gretchen EdelbrockCoding, Printing & LabelingPrimera: New label printer software reduces cost/labelPrimera TechnologyPrimera Technology’s new cost calculator software program for its LX900 Color Label Printer more accurately reports the real-world cost/label, resulting in a 40% to 50% less cost/label than quoted by the company’s original cost-per-label calculator.November 20, 2014Coding, Printing & LabelingFoxJet: Inkjet printer controllerFoxJet, An ITW CompanyFoxJet’s Marksman Matrix controller for inkjet printing systems features a 10-in touch screen that allows on-floor and main office editing of printed codes, 3-D rendering capabilities, and an error-reducing, user-friendly interface – at a price point that is competitive with standard inkjet system controllers.November 19, 2014FlexiblesZip-Pak: Resealable flexible packaging innovationsZip-PakZip-Pak’s two new resealable flexible packaging innovations include PresSure Lok – which provides improved consumer convenience for liquid products such as shampoo, detergent, beverages and condiments, and Fragrance-Zip – which offers a unique zipper closure solution designed to emit a customized aroma upon initial and subsequent openings of a flexible resealable package.November 19, 2014HomeHarpak-ULMA celebrates 20 years of exclusively representing G.Mondini packaging systems in North AmericaThis year fully-integrated packaging machinery systems provider Harpak-ULMA is celebrating 20 years of exclusively representing G.Mondini packaging systems in North America, kicking off the celebration at Pack Expo 2014, where four Mondini lines were exhibited.November 18, 2014HomeSimplimatic Automation partners with FANUC Robotics’ North American distribution networkSimplimatic Automation, LLC, a leading material handling and automation integrator, is now a member of FANUC Robotics America Corporations’ distribution network.November 18, 2014Controls & Machine ComponentsB&R: Controller and PC in one compact housingAble to be used simultaneously as a high-performance industrial controller as well as a PC for sophisticated HMI applications, the new Automation PC 2100 from B&R can run Automation Runtime and Windows at the same time using Intel Atom multi-core processing technology.November 18, 2014ContainersXanCan: Textured aluminum beverage cans improve gripXanCan’s textured sidewall of aluminum beverage cans, which are suitable for all beverage types, and are available with endless pattern possibilities, improves the grip of cans caused by condensation or “cooler baths.”November 17, 2014ContainersFusion Packaging: Luxury stock containersFusion PackagingFusion Packaging has added five new collections to its selection of luxury stock packaging with 19 new bottles and jars ranging in size from 10 ml to 120 ml: the Trace, Mod, Haute, Vibe, and Crescent collections offer a wide variety of single- and double-wall packaging solutions.November 17, 2014HomeAutomationDirect: Submersible level transmittersDesigned to provide liquid level measurement by continually sensing hydrostatic pressure produced by the height of liquid above the sensor, AutomationDirect’s ProSense SLT series submersible level transmitters is available in two styles: the SLT1 with 1-in diameter housing and a ported bullet nose cap for protection of the sensor diaphragm; and the SLT2 with 2.75 in diameter PTFE flexible diaphragm surrounded by a 316 stainless steel non-fouling protective cage.November 14, 2014Secondary PackagingDouglas: Top-load case packerDouglas Machine Inc.The new TriVex RLi top-load case packer from Douglas offers fully-integrated combinations of case erecting, loading, and sealing with glue or tape to meet specific customer applications.November 14, 2014Previous PagePage 15 of 241Next PageTop StoriesContract packagingHow Korpack Wins on Speed and SmartsInside Korpack’s rapid rise from packaging material sales to end-of-line contract packaging for major brands.PMMI NewsPPWLN Breakfast at PACK EXPO Las Vegas Supports Women in Packaging and ProcessingRecyclingThrough the Line: Palm-Sized Carton Delivers 180 Doses of Skin CarePackage DesignBeer Label Lessons: A Masterclass in Visual EngagementSponsor ContentAXTRA: Engineering efficient bottling & packaging lines
