Gretchen EdelbrockCoding, Printing & LabelingNorwood Marking Systems: Thermal transfer printerDiagraph, An ITW CompanyA new continuous print alternative for v f/f/s and h f/f/s packaging lines, the 53XLc thermal transfer printer from Norwood Marking Systems is designed for the unique challenges of emerging markets and entry-level variable print applications, and combines quality print with up to 35% cost savings, according to the company, and true real-time, variable Unicode performance in over 125 languages.May 16, 2014HomeGEA Food Solutions opens Americas Region Technology CenterAfter finalizing the construction of its Frisco, TX headquarters, GEA Food Solutions has announced the opening of its technology center, which features multiple line configuration possibilities and full-time food technologists to allow customers to test current and develop new products.May 16, 2014ClosuresWeatherchem: Polypropylene caps, flip-top lidsMRP SolutionsDesigned for vitamins, minerals, and other supplements and other larger pills, Weatherchem’s one-piece NutraGen II closures come in 33-, 38-, 45-, and 53-mm sizes.May 15, 2014HomeAmeriLam to distribute Komfi laminators in U.S.AmeriLam Supply Group, laminating equipment and films supplier, is now an exclusive distributor of Komfi laminators, European one-sided laminating equipment manufacturer; other members of the Innove Global Group will represent Komfi in North America.May 15, 2014Additives, coatings & inksDuPont: Peelable sealant resinsDuPont PackagingAble to protect contents such as yogurt, snacks, and dry cereals against spoilage, leakage, contamination, and tampering, DuPont’s Appeel is clean-peeling, solvent-free sealant resin that offers predictable and repeatable heat-seal strengths for easy-open flexible lidding on rigid containers.May 14, 2014Filling/capping, dryPremier Tech: Open-mouth baggerPremier Tech Systems and AutomationWith a new hygienic design the patent-pending BFW Series Open-Mouth Bagging Machine with Bottom-Up Filler from Premier Tech Chronos is engineered for bagging powdery materials such as milk, whey protein, flour, bakery mix, and pharmaceutical powders, and can handle paper, polyethylene, and laminated polywoven bags at up to 10 bags/min.May 13, 2014HomeBalluff : Universal vision sensorBalluff's new BVS Universal Vision Sensor provides 360° part position detection, defect finding, contour based counting and matching, bar code reading (linear and 2D DM), and OCV, and comes with a serial port and digital I/O.May 12, 2014Controls & Machine ComponentsPepperl+Fuchs: Ultrasonic sensorsPepperl+Fuchs’ IO-Link compatible Series IO ultrasonic sensors with pushbutton programming provide fast and easy on-site sensor parameterization without software, and unlock a series of control functions that customize the sensor for installation in the most challenging environments.May 12, 2014Controls & Machine ComponentsBaldor: Motors with bearing protection ringMinimizing the effects of shaft currents that can be present in adjustable speed motor applications, Baldor Electric Company’s Reliance Super-E motors with internal AEGIS Bearing Protection Ring are now available with 28 new ratings consisting of 1 to 40 HP, open drip-proof motors, 200 volt and 575 volt, as well as 5 to 15 HP totally enclosed fan-cooled designs for 200 volt.May 12, 2014ContainersMauser: IBC composite palletMauser Packaging SolutionMauser’s SM IBC Series composite pallet uses pallet blocks made from recycled plastics in combination with an integrated metal tube frame supporting a metal pan to provide a more balanced load distribution for improved storage, stacking, and handling of IBCs.May 9, 2014Previous PagePage 48 of 241Next PageTop StoriesControls & Machine ComponentsThe Equipment Challenge Hindering End User IT-OT IntegrationPackaging and processing professionals note one key equipment obstacle to the successful integration of information technology and operational technology.Petfood/Pet CareThrough the Line: Pet Food PackagingRecyclingFrom Room Service to Recycling: Hotels, Resorts Switch to Aluminum BottlesBio-basedNestlé Central America, Green Bio, and CO2BioClean Design Biodegradable Packaging SolutionsSponsor ContentStainless Steel Liquid Mixers for Demanding Sanitary Applications
