Palletizing/depalletizing

Hamrick Packaging Systems Breaks Ground for New Manufacturing Facility

Hamrick Packaging Systems, Inc. broken ground on a new 63,500 sq ft manufacturing facility in Brimfield, Ohio.

August 3, 2021

Machinery: Page 164

Coding/marking

Inclusive Packaging: Kellogg’s UK Rolls Out Cereals with Tag Tech for the Blind and Partially Sighted

The new code on its packaging will allow a smartphone to detect and playback labelling and allergen information to the user.

August 3, 2021

Robotics

Fanuc and MSSC Align to Address Shortage of Skilled U.S. Workers

FANUC America

Fanuc America and Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) have united to co-market the stackability of their respective industry-recognized certifications to certify more workers for careers in robotics and automation.

August 3, 2021

Beverage

Beverage Manufacturing: Machines Needed for a Smarter Plant Floor

With 67% of beverage manufacturers planning to eventually add additional packaging equipment to their operations, flexibility is the key element that is needed in new machinery.

July 30, 2021

Feeding/inserting/unscrambling

Matrix, Quest, Wexxar Bel to Showcase Integrated Packaging Line at PACK EXPO Las Vegas

Matrix Packaging Machinery

See it at PACK EXPO Las Vegas Booths #C-2829 and #C-2825! Matrix, Quest, and Wexxar Bel will demonstrate how their integrated packaging line easily fills and packages candy mints.

July 30, 2021

Robotics

Fanuc to Demonstrate Automation Solutions at ATX West

FANUC America

Fanuc America will demonstrate a variety of automation solutions designed to help manufacturers improve their efficiency and maintain a competitive edge at ATX West in Booth #4201.

July 29, 2021

Contract Packaging

The Key to a Successful Digital Supply Chain Transformation? People

As CPGs outsource a greater percentage of their operations, end-to-end supply chain visibility is becoming increasingly more vital for all parties. Ensuring a shared vision and desire for collaboration is essential in achieving this transformation.

July 27, 2021

Flexible packaging

Pregis Names David Timm President, Blown Flm Operations

Pregis

Timm will be responsible for growing Pregis’ blown film and converting operations in the new Anderson, S.C. facility, as well as the Grand Rapids, Mich. location.

July 23, 2021

Feeding/inserting/unscrambling

Eric Adams Appointed Managing Director for Eriez-Germany

Eriez

Adams was appointed Managing Director for the company’s newly established Eriez Deutschland GmbH, based in Recklinghausen, Germany. He will lead efforts to increase Eriez’ presence throughout central Europe, including Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.

July 22, 2021

Robotics

ABB Acquires ASTI Mobile Robotics Group

ABB Robotics

ABB acquired ASTI Mobile Robotics Group, a global autonomous mobile robot manufacturer that will expand ABB’s robotics and automation solutions to offer a complete portfolio for the next generation of flexible automation.

July 21, 2021

Controls & machine components

Exair Launches Updated Website

EXAIR LLC

The website offers faster speeds, updated themes, and improved interface.

July 21, 2021

Palletizing/depalletizing

Markem-Imaje to Exhibit End-to-end Supply Chain Solutions at PACK EXPO Las Vegas

Markem-Imaje

See it at PACK EXPO Las Vegas Booth C-2232! Markem-Imaje will demonstrate its packaging operations, including track-and-trace, serialization, and authentication.

July 21, 2021

Flexible packaging

AlliedFlex Technologies and Aranow Form North American Sales, Marketing Alliance

ALLIEDFLEX Technologies, Inc.

Aranow, Barcelona, Spain partnered with AlliedFlex Technologies, Sarasota, Fla., as its exclusive North American sales and marketing partner to handle its stick pack packaging systems product line.

July 21, 2021