Gretchen EdelbrockHomeLoma: X-ray inspection systemLoma Systems, An ITW CompanyDesigned to provide product integrity, ease of cleaning, and reduced maintenance in food packaging lines, Loma’s X⁵ x-ray redesigned inspection system also delivers maximum uptime in round-the-clock manufacturing sites while identifying and rejecting the smallest contaminants at line speeds of up to 394 ft./min.January 17, 2014Filling/capping, liquid & viscousMultipond: 36-head weigherMULTIPOND America Inc.Multipond’s high-speed 400 series of multi-head weighers now includes a 36-head version – the MP 36-400/400-C – which is suitable for weights up to 100g, and speeds up to 500 realistic weighings/min.January 16, 2014Coding, Printing & LabelingBestCode: Continuous ink jet printersBestCodeDesigned to operate in extreme wet/dry/dusty and hot/cold industrial applications, BestCode’s C80 Series range of continuous ink jet printers minimize user interaction, limiting the hands-on time for typical coding system operation.January 16, 2014Secondary PackagingPDC: Shrink bander features customized toolingPDC International Corp.PDC International’s Model 75C-E Shrink bander uses customized tooling and product handling that makes it practical and efficient for packaging fresh and highly perishable foods, particularly those with irregular shapes or inconsistent sizes.January 16, 2014HomeThermo Scientific: X-Ray system inspects large food packagesThermo Fisher ScientificUsing a larger aperture, the Xpert C600 X-ray system from Thermo Scientific is designed specifically for detecting metal, glass, dense plastics, and other foreign objects in large food packaging.January 16, 2014Feeding/inserting/unscramblingESS Technologies: Robot for syringe pick-and-place applicationsESS Technologies, Inc.Able to load 60 syringes/min., the TaskMate Robotic Pick & Place System from ESS Technologies has integrated the new M-3iA robot from FANUC Robotics to create a high-speed pick & place cell that requires very little floor space.January 16, 2014Controls & Machine ComponentsB&R: Hollow shaft angular gearboxDesigned for flange sizes 60 to 142 mm, B&R’s 8GA75 premium-grade angular planetary gearbox features a hollow shaft, making it possible to feed cables, fluid lines, and material strands through the drive axis.January 15, 2014HomeAutomation Continuum: Compact electronic position indicatorFIAMA’s F7 compact electronic position indicator, distributed by Automation Continuum, is based on a programmable display and magnetic sensor, and is user programmable by the three soft keys on the front cover.January 15, 2014Controls & Machine ComponentsBodine: Low-voltage, right-angle gearmotorsBodine’s line of INTEGRAmotor high-performance right-angle gearmotors now includes 34B4/FV-5N gearmotors which combine Bodine’s 34B brushless DC motor with a compact right-angle gearhead, a built-in PWM speed control, and an optical encoder.January 15, 2014Feeding/inserting/unscramblingSchneider: Robotic carton/case loaderSchneider Packaging Equipment, Co.Designed to handle multiple products and packing combinations, Schneider Packaging Equipment’s high-speed top loading Robotic Vertical Carton/Case Loader (RVCL) is equipped with FANUC Robotics delta robots for accumulating, top load carton and case loading, in high-speed pick and place applications.January 14, 2014Previous PagePage 69 of 241Next PageTop StoriesFlexiblesEPR at the Intersection Between Brands and Flexible Packaging ConvertersAs extended producer responsibility (EPR) laws take hold across the U.S., the Circular Action Alliance (CAA) is helping producers navigate their new obligations. Converters, though not obligated as “producers” under these laws, play a crucial supporting role, providing the data and packaging intelligence brands need to comply and reduce fees.FlexiblesWhy Consumers Don't Recycle Flexibles & What to Do About ItFlexiblesLive from FlexForward2025: Brand owners to join FPA?Digital TransformationTraining, Enterprise-wide Buy-in Support Food Safety and Sanitation EffortsSponsor ContentSemi-automatic Liquid Drum Filler Increases Operator Efficiency
