Rick LingleContainersA.R.C. counts on faster fastener baggingFrom nuts to bolts, each week A.R.C. bags 500ꯠ lb of fasteners that are individually counted by high-accuracy optical-based systems. See in-plant videoMarch 31, 2002Flexible packagingAvail's upgrades up closeWhat did Avail Medical get for its $180ꯠ investment—comprising all costs including shipping—in its most recent machine improvements for a vertical form/fill/seal machine? In short, plenty.March 31, 2002Conveying & accumulationVf/f/s system nails bag counts< A.R.C. Fastener Supply, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, operates a stand-alone Bagmaster[tm] vertical form/fill/seal bagger for kits containing identical pieces. The bagging system includes a 14-head Bilwinco combination netweigher for which Batching Systems, Inc. (Prince Frederick, MD) is the exclusive North American distributor. Started up in late 2000, the system handles bag counts ranging from 50 to 500 parts.March 31, 2002Consumer packaged goodsAluminum 'shoebox' lifts Air JordansThe "shoebox" for Air Jordan XVII basketball shoes from Jordan, a division of Nike, Beaverton, OR, is nearly as extraordinary as MJ himself. Retailing for as much as $200, Air Jordan XVII shoes are packaged in an aluminum briefcase, providing a presence that's head and shoulders above other shoe packaging.February 28, 2002SustainabilityGreen advice from packagersPackagers respond to an exclusive Packworld.com survey by offering their personal advice as to what manufacturers--and suppliers--can do to improve the environmental aspects of packaging.February 28, 2002HomeMultiple styles, single solution (sidebar)The disappearing guides trickFebruary 28, 2002HomeMultiple styles, single solutionA specialized case packer at Custom Building Products handles a range of styles from cylinders to ovals to F-style containers, in pints to 2 ½-gal sizes. See in-plant videoFebruary 28, 2002Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materialsPackagers share green thoughts (sidebar)Who participated in the surveyFebruary 28, 2002SustainabilityPackagers share green thoughts (sidebar)Exactly how green is that package?February 28, 2002Sustainable PackagingPackagers share green thoughtsAn exclusive Packworld.com survey reveals packagers’ thoughts and advice about environmentally friendly packaging.February 28, 2002Previous PagePage 66 of 73Next PageTop StoriesFilling/capping, liquid & viscousA Video Overview of Liquid Filling MachinesDelve into the world of liquid filling equipment, the unsung heroes behind your favorite beverages and more.Sustainable PackagingSustainable Packaging Trends to Watch at PACK EXPO Las VegasDigital TransformationQR Code Brings Play to Danone’s Plant-Based Kids LineSustainabilityGlobal Packaging Trends Point to a New Strategic ApproachSponsor ContentTraceability in Packaging: From Obligation to Opportunity
