Controls & Machine Components

Machine Development Driven by the Latest in Advanced Controls

Whether it’s improving fill accuracy, simplifying changeovers, reducing machine footprint, or making it easier to penetrate specific regional markets, advanced controls technology is the key.

October 2, 2019

Machinery: Page 228

Cartoning

Paxiom Group Debuts Host of Primary, Secondary Packaging Equipment

With a stable of brands occupying a common patch at PACK EXPO Las Vegas, the Paxiom Group demonstrated its ability to cover the spectrum in the front of the packaging line.

October 1, 2019

Secondary Packaging

Plant-Based-Film-Ready Shrink, Case Packing Equipment

Plant-based Truly Green Film from Polypack is derived 100% from sugar cane, and attendant machines can run it without a hitch. Applications include retail and distribution packs.

September 27, 2019

Controls & Machine Components

Encoder Products: Absolute encoders for harsh environments

Encoder Products’ Model A58HE and Model A58SE are Ethernet-ready, multi-turn absolute encoders designed for harsh factory and plant environments. In addition to EtherCAT® Deterministic Communication, the models also feature PROFINET® communication protocol.

September 27, 2019

Coding/marking

Multi Side Scanner Handles Different Package Formats

Sealed Air's new multi-side scanner appeals to e-commerce as it is able to handle different package formats, contents, and sizes.

September 26, 2019

Conveying & accumulation

Magnetic Levitation Supports 6-Degree-of-Freedom Motion Platform

Planar Motors’ smart robotic system XBOT offers the ability to simultaneously and independently control motion, with hygienic contactless design.

September 26, 2019

Robotics

Soft Robotic Modular Gripping System

Soft Robotics' mGrip can be assembled in as little as one minute.

September 26, 2019

Robotics

Palletizer Handles Variety of Package Sizes

ABB Palletizer uses imaging to handle a wide range of package sizes for e-commerce.

September 25, 2019

Controls & Machine Components

Rockwell Readies Next-Gen Intelligent Track System

The smaller footprint iTrak 5730 integrates motion and safety, providing simplified programming and better diagnostics.

September 25, 2019

Controls & Machine Components

Inline Drum Motor Reduces Energy Loss

Updated IntelliDrive supports efficiency goals

September 25, 2019

Palletizing/depalletizing

Integrated ‘Bag-in-a-Box’ Line for Omnichannel Packaging

Large-format bagger, case/tray packer, and robotic palletizer are integrated to deliver retail and e-com packaging in one line.

September 25, 2019

Controls & Machine Components

Siemens Adds Artificial Intelligence to Control Logic

The neural processing unit module for the Simatic S7-1500 controller and the ET 200MP I/O system enables machines to recognize complex patterns.

September 25, 2019

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Fiber Laser Codes, Marks Aluminum at Speed

PACK EXPO Las Vegas attendees are getting a sneak peek of the Videojet 7340 and 7440 fiber laser marking systems, designed for coding aluminum.

September 25, 2019