Contract packaging

New plant feeds growing Greek yogurt trend

A new plant for Alpina Foods produces primarily Greek yogurt, with a capacity of 39,000 cups/hr, offering capacity for the company’s own brand as well as co-packed products.

January 16, 2014

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Material handling

Schwabe North America banks on stock optimization

Stock optimization analysis helps pharmaceutical company customize its spare parts handling process after relocating from Utah to Wisconsin.

January 8, 2014

Closures

Customized spin-welding key to sealing KarmaCap

Closure allows users to infuse fresh vitamins into beverage and then shake the bottle to initiate health benefits of its vitamin drinks.

December 9, 2013

Cartoning

Running 'like clockwork' at Bob's Red Mill

With steady growth comes the challenge of routinely adding new packaging lines. It’s a challenge that employee-owned Bob’s Red Mill has been able to meet head on.

December 6, 2013

Filling/capping, dry

Auger filling equipment trends and buying tips

What has most affected the design of auger filling equipment in the last year or two? It boils down to these trends:

November 29, 2013

Filling/capping, dry

New sanitary auger fillers improve filling accuracy

Whole food supplement packager Standard Process Inc. reduces powdered product overfills, meets sanitary guidelines.

October 25, 2013

Contract packaging

Pharmatek bottling line set to become operational

Automated line expands contract manufacturer’s packaging services, provides flexibility for small and large-volume clinical projects.

October 22, 2013

Filling/capping, dry

In-line cappers versus rotary chuck-style cappers

In-line cappers are traditionally cheaper than rotary chuck cappers, which can cost up to 10 times the price.

October 19, 2013

Filling/capping, liquid & viscous

Contract manufacturer accelerates its packaging operations

New facilities and equipment investments drive LiDestri Foods’ operations in Rochester, NY, and Fresno, CA.

September 30, 2013

Blisters/clamshells/skin packaging

Talon series offers robotic tooling technology featuring œvacuum on board 2.0

Primary and secondary packaging from JLS Automation offers high sanitary capability and design flexibility that allows you to adapt your packaging requirements for tomorrow as well as today. Applications include case packing, blister and tray loading, product orientation and alignment, or product inspection.

September 30, 2013

Filling/capping, liquid & viscous

Video: Federal Features Premium Filling and Capping Machines

Federal’s 12-valve model GWSS2/12.4 monoblock filler/capper and 30-valve net-weigh filler/capper with extended-shelf-life (ESL) option are unmatched in the packaging industry in terms of sanitary construction and ruggedness. These machines function for decades and hold their value for resale.

September 24, 2013

Filling/capping, dry

Video: Jim Beam Excited About its 30th Fowler Capping Machine – on Display at Pack Expo

Jim Beam’s Senior Corporate Engineer Robert Land introduces this video on the Fowler/Zalkin 10-head capper applying ROPP aluminum closures for the Pinnacle Vodka brand.

September 24, 2013

Filling/capping, dry

Sanitary auger filler for high hygiene standards

The Spee-Dee Sanitary Auger meets hygiene standards of regulatory agencies that preside over sensitive powder packaging. Applications include infant formula, whey and dairy powders, and pharmaceutical powders. Filler interfaces with virtually any packaging system, including conveyor, hf/f/s, vf/f/s, and rotary equipment.

September 24, 2013