Secondary Packaging

New software for palletizing robots

PACK EXPO 2012: This family of robots is designed to handle a variety of payloads, and ABB's Robot Studio Palletizer Powerpack software eliminates writing of code for the robots.

November 20, 2012

Machinery: Page 466

Controls & Machine Components

Replacing pneumatics with servos can improve motion control

Contributing Editor James R. Koelsch of Automation World recently published a story about packaging machinery that relies on servos as a substitute for pneumatics. I re-post it here in the hope that you find it as intriguing as I did.

November 20, 2012

Blisters/clamshells/skin packaging

Blister packaging system wows attendees

At the Starview booth at Pack Expo, the FAB8-1418 fully automatic blister packaging system was shown packaging fishing line in the MWV Natralock format.

November 19, 2012

Adhesive application

An array of hot melt application solutions

Some new applications, new technology, and new concepts were all on display at the Valco Melton Pack Expo booth, including the D4-E Hot Melt Handgun Kit.

November 19, 2012

Controls & Machine Components

Take a quick virtual booth tour

See the latest in packaging automation technology from B&R Industrial Automation, all in just 3 1/2 minutes.

November 19, 2012

Secondary Packaging

Fast-changeover robotic case packer

This recipe-driven robotic case packer from Z Automation features a robotic infeed and lets the user change carton or case size in 10 minutes or less with no tools required.

November 16, 2012

Filling/capping, dry

Auger filler: a breakthrough in ease of cleaning

On this new servo-driven auger rotary filler from Spee Dee Packaging, magnets are used to hold funnels in place, which brings a whole new level of convenience to no-tool funnel change.

November 15, 2012

Flexible packaging

Unique spouted fitment for aseptic pouch

From IPN is an unusual spouted fitment on a 200-mL standup pouch that lets consumers drink without spillage. The foil-based package is made on a Volpak form/fill seal system with rollstock from Constantia.

November 15, 2012

Secondary Packaging

High-speed pharma cartoner

Promatic PC 4000 continuous-motion, high-speed cartoner for the pharma industry operates at speeds to 400 cartons/minute.

November 15, 2012

Feeding/inserting/unscrambling

Guide rails are easily adjusted

Septimatech's conveyor guide rail system adjusts quickly at two different levels to accommodate bottles having different shapes or diameters.

November 15, 2012

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

Continuous-roll bagging systems

MAX 20™ is a bag sealing system that integrates an optional Videojet DataFlex® Plus thermal-transfer printer, with an Allen-Bradley Micrologix 1400 PLC; accommodates bags up to 20 in. wide.

November 15, 2012

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

Vertical form/fill/seal system

The Hawk Evolution™ vf/f/s makes bags up to 12-in. wide and 18-in. long, producing pillow, gusseted, and flat-bottom bags for applications such as candy, snacks, IQF foods, pet foods, fresh produce, hot liquids, coffee, and medical products.

November 15, 2012

Secondary Packaging

High-speed palletizer with automatic grouping module

Model 72 AG palletizer for high-speed operations handles up to four layers/min and allows new product infeed during row transfer.

November 15, 2012