Robotics

Fanuc Named Top Workplace in 2020

Fanuc was named a top work place in Michigan by the Detroit Free Press for the ninth consecutive year.

November 19, 2020

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Controls & machine components

Zero-Max Coupling Provides Improved Torsional Stiffness for Packaging Machines

Zero-Max, Inc.

Achieving high torsional stiffness and zero backlash in a packaging system driveline is challenging and essential where precise alignment of the packaging materials is required for a consistent, quality product.

November 16, 2020

Controls & machine components

Seal Integrity Testing

Engilico at PACK EXPO Connects featured its in-line 100% HyperScope seal inspection system using hyperspectral imaging, which detects foreign materials or contamination in the sealing area of rigid packages.

November 11, 2020

Controls & machine components

JW Winco Receives Design Awards

JW Winco, Inc.

JW Winco was awarded the iF Design Award as well as the Red Dot Award for outstanding design.

November 11, 2020

Secondary Packaging

Virtualization to the Rescue

Cama Group used PACK EXPO Connects as an opportunity to demonstrate the impressive progress they’ve made in terms of getting their machinery Industry 4.0-ready.

November 10, 2020

Secondary Packaging

Variety Case Packing

Aagard at PACK EXPO Connects described how they served one customer by developing an automated case packing system that produces variety packs in a myriad of configurations.

November 9, 2020

Conveying & accumulation

Morrison Container to Demonstrate Packaging Line Innovations at PACK EXPO Connects

Morrison Container Handling Solutions

Morrison Container Handling will be debuting eight live demos at PACK EXPO Connects, each showcasing its new and reimagined packaging line solutions.

November 2, 2020

Conveying & accumulation

Ultimation Industries Launches Industry 4.0 Conveyor Retrofit Kits Utilizing Interroll Technology

Ultimation Industries

Ultimation Industries launches the 4.0 conveyor retrofit kits utilizing Interroll’s industry 4.0 DC Platform technology consisting of upgraded controls and EC5000 RollerDrives.

October 22, 2020

Converting equipment

Quantum Design to Demonstrate Product Lines at PACK EXPO Connects

Quantum Design

Quantum Design will demonstrate several of its product lines at PACK EXPO Connects. It has 4 demos planned showcasing its Control Systems Integration services as well as converting equipment from the CTC and KTI product lines.

October 20, 2020

Robotics

SICK to Host Virtual Press Conference at PACK EXPO Connects

SICK, Inc.

See what’s new with SICK at its first ever virtual press conference for PACK EXPO Connects. There will be four live demos of its intelligent sensor solutions that are helping to improve the packaging process.

October 16, 2020

Coding, Printing & Labeling

First Evolution Press in Ireland

IMEC Media became the first converter in Ireland to install an Evolution flexo press, which is built for conventional labels and scalable for flexible film.

October 16, 2020

Controls & machine components

OPC Foundation Welcomes Emerson to Its Board of Directors

Emerson

The OPC Foundation announces that Emerson joined its Board of Directors. Peter Zornio, Chief Technology Officer for Emerson Automation Solutions, was named as Emerson’s representative on the Board of Directors.

October 13, 2020

Controls & Machine Components

How To Broaden Use of Remote Access

If CPGs are ever going to capitalize fully on the potential benefits offered by remote access technology, they need to start small and grow success rather than looking to quickly implement an entire complex plan all at once.

October 5, 2020