Bag/pouch fill/seal (pre-made bags)

Closure provider proves a Hurricane can sometimes be good

A focal point of the Fresh-Lock by Presto booth, the Hurricane machine utilizes rotary-over-the-top insertion for slider closures, resulting in operational efficiencies.

October 14, 2018

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Feeding/inserting/unscrambling

Smallest, lightest six-axis robot showcased

The MotoMini weighs just 7 kg, has a 0.5-kg payload, and operates 20% faster than comparable small-sized robots.

October 14, 2018

Secondary Packaging

Cartoner with OEE enhancements

The Stealth CT cartoner, designed with the pharmaceutical sector in mind, has new features that can improve packaging line efficiencies and boost production while reducing costs.

October 14, 2018

Controls & Machine Components

Motor consumes less energy

Intelligent Drum Motor technology delivers high efficiency and data feedback communication.

October 14, 2018

Sustainability

In-line tray thermoformer promises material savings

Material input reduction and sustainability are major trends this year at PACK EXPO, as brand owners look for ways to simultaneously improve their sustainability profile and save input costs. This in-line thermoforming machine from Harpak-Ulma all but eliminates scrap and reduces material input by nearly 40%.

October 14, 2018

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Digital label press streamlines printing processes

The Afinia (Booth #S-4336) Label DLP-2100 digital label press allows the user multiple applications using one machine.

October 14, 2018

Bag/pouch fill/seal (pre-made bags)

Bagger’s predictive maintenance minimizes downtime

Pregis introduces two new Sharp baggers: one automatic model with predictive maintenance, and one easy-to-operate tabletop unit.

October 14, 2018

Coding, Printing & Labeling

On-demand label printer with vision system

Weiler Labeling Systems and Antares collaborate with a high-speed printer and inspection system for narrow webs for OTC, pharma and more.

October 14, 2018

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Adaptive labeler maximizes flexibility

Track technology replaces traditional carousel and streamlines expansion.

October 14, 2018

Secondary Packaging

Case packer reduces footprint, simplifies installation

With very few exceptions, PACK EXPO 2018 attendees are looking for equipment to fit it into tighter and tighter spaces--plant floor square footage is at a premium. This next-gen Brenton case packer reduces footprint with a unique economy of control enclosure space.

October 14, 2018

Material handling

Prescription home delivery shippers go green

OptumRx switches from EPS to cotton-based recyclable, resusable, compostable, and biodegradable insulating pads for its temperature-sensitive medication home delivery packaging.

October 9, 2018

Weighing/combination scales

Triangle Combination Weighers: Higher Production and Accuracy, Improved OEE

Enjoy immediate product savings with Triangle Combination Weighers. With fewer missed cycles and less product giveaway, our scales offer unmatched accuracy, improved production and efficiency.

October 8, 2018

Controls & Machine Components

Wintriss Controls Group: Data collection software

See it at PACK EXPO International, Booth # E-9000! Wintriss Controls Group will showcase the ShopFloorConnect® OEE and Shop Floor Data Collection Software designed to collect downtime and production efficiency data from every machine in a manufacturing operation.

October 5, 2018