Gretchen EdelbrockHomeFieldbus Foundation: Updated fieldbus infrastructureDesigned for coupler manufacturers to perform a standard set of tests against their implementation, the Fieldbus Foundation’s latest updates to its open, non-proprietary Foundation fieldbus physical layer technology include the H1 (31.25 kbit/s) device coupler test specification, which helps improve the reliability and availability of fieldbus control system installations, as well as optimize device interoperability and integration.September 13, 2012HomePepperl + Fuchs: AS-Interface safety moduleApplying a strict “less is better” design philosophy, Pepperl+Fuchs’ G10 safety modules reduce the complexity and cost of any safety installation, and supports high modularity, enabling OEMs to transform any conventional safety device into an AS-Interface networking solution, further reducing inventory requirements and simplifying machine designs.September 13, 2012HomeBanner Engineering Corp.: Wireless photoelectric sensorBanner’s SureCross Q45, described as the world’s first self-contained, wireless standard photoelectric sensor allows operators to quickly integrate a scalable, wireless sensor network to improve efficiency by monitoring and coordinating multiple machines and processes.September 13, 2012Filling/capping, dryTelesonic Packaging Corp.: Coffee capsule packaging systemTelesonic Packaging Corp.TeleSonic Packaging’s Model # CK-40P packaging system produces single service coffee brewers for the Keurig and single cup coffee brewers, at a rate of 50 capsules/min.September 12, 2012Coding, Printing & LabelingTharo Systems, Inc: Barcode label printerTharo Systems, Inc.Using a simple 4-step process, Tharo Systems’ EASYLABEL 5 featuring GS1 Barcode Wizard and including GS1 Datamatrix and GS1 Databar makes it easy to create GS1 symbols composed of multiple application identifiers that conform to GS1 global standards.September 12, 2012Secondary PackagingDelkor Systems, Inc: Carton closerDelkor SystemsThe Delkor Capstone L1-500 Carton Closer incorporates a low-cost corrugated base tray to provide carton support, coupled with a graphic paperboard carton lid to seal in and protect the product.September 12, 2012HomeIn Memoriam: Rich Ryan President & CEO, Dorner Mfg. Member, PMMI Board of Directors, 2011-2012PMMI Board of Directors member Rich Ryan, president & CEO of Dorner Mfg., was fatally injured in a motorcycle accident near the border of Idaho and Washington, on Saturday, Sept. 8. He was 59.September 12, 2012Coding, Printing & LabelingVideojet Technologies Inc: Ink jet printerVideojet Technologies Inc.See it at PACK EXPO Booth #1534! Designed for a range of primary and secondary coding and marking applications, Videojet’s 8510 ink jet printer with touchscreen interface provides maximum uptime through simple and quick ink cartridge changes.September 11, 2012HomeUson: Seal and leak testingUSONUson’s Optima vT Leak and Flow Tester uses built-in mathematical tools that could improve yields and quality for packagers seeking improvements and/or faster leak test cycle times while maintaining Gage R&R.September 11, 2012Filling/capping, dryESS Technologies: Mini monoblock filler/capperESS Technologies, Inc.Engineered for pharmaceutical, diagnostic, and cosmetic filling/capping applications, ESS Technologies, Inc.’s new Model MB 25 Mini Monoblock Filler/Capper handles up to 60 small bottles, tubes, or micro-vials/min.September 11, 2012Previous PagePage 151 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 ContentSemi-automatic Liquid Drum Filler Increases Operator Efficiency
