Gretchen EdelbrockHomeMassman Automation Designs acquires Packaging Equipment Division of Bedford TechnologyMassman Automation Designs LLC has announced the acquisition of the Packaging Equipment Division of Bedford Technology LLC, complementing Massman’s existing product lines and broadening its presence in the consumer packaging market.November 13, 2013Feeding/inserting/unscramblingPHD: Parallel pneumatic gripperPHD, Inc.The Series GRH Parallel Pneumatic Grippers from PHD, Inc. are available in four sizes that provide long jaw travel while accommodating long tooling lengths.November 12, 2013Controls & Machine ComponentsClippard: In-line flow control lineLightweight and compact in size, PQ-FV In-Line Flow Controls from Clippard can be easily added to existing circuitry, and since they provide a tube-to-tube connection, the control valves may be installed as meter-in or meter-out devices.November 12, 2013HomeNordson Freedom hot melt adhesive system wins Judge's Award at Japan Pack Trade ShowNordson Corporation’s Freedom hot melt adhesive dispensing system received the Japan Pack Judge's Award at the Japan International Packaging Machinery Show, held October 16 -18, 2013, in Tokyo, Japan.November 8, 2013HomePro Mach invests in new facility for Federal Mfg.Because of Federal Mfg.’s expanding sales and need for additional manufacturing and office space, parent company Pro Mach is making a multimillion-dollar investment in a 78,000-sq.-ft. facility in Pewaukee, WI.November 8, 2013Bag/pouch fill/seal (pre-made bags)AlliedFlex: Secondary pouch packaging programALLIEDFLEX Technologies, Inc.A complete turnkey secondary flexible packaging robotic automation system, the ALLIEDFLEX – IXAPACK Secondary Pouch & Flexible Packaging Automation Program provides sustainability, source reduction, product marketing differentiation, and consumer convenience.November 8, 2013HomeAutomationDirect: Photoelectric laser distance sensorsOPT series short and long range distance sensors from AutomationDirect are available with either Class 1 or Class 2 laser options.November 7, 2013BeverageSerac: Blowing-filling-capping line for dairy productsSerac IncSpecifically designed for dairy bottle production below 12,000 bottles/hr., Serac’s Combox H2F is a low-speed solution that combines in-house PET bottle blow-molding capabilities on site with net weight filling.November 6, 2013FlexiblesMondi: Film for food, personal care product packagingMondi JacksonCombining sustainability with cost savings, PerfoamPack polyethylene-based film from Mondi is a co-extruded polyethylene film with a micro-cellular expanded middle layer designed to lower weight without reducing thickness.November 5, 2013Controls & Machine ComponentsGE: Software for automation and control systemsDesigned to improve production processes from common tasks to critical emergencies and minimize errors and risk, reduce waste, and ensure compliance, Proficy Workflow Version 2.1 from GE Intelligent Platforms is a software solution that also makes it easier to integrate with existing automation and control systems, speeding response to out-of-spec HMI/SCADA conditions with appropriate action.November 4, 2013Previous PagePage 77 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
