Flow wrapping

Stick pack machine for pharmaceutical applications

Körber Medipak demonstrates its new StickPack packaging line from Mediseal, new to the U.S. market. The line controls stick packs during the entire process, using a side-load process into a unique carton style for pharmaceutical powders.

October 30, 2012

Machinery: Page 471

Secondary Packaging

Video: New semi-automatic stretch wrappers deliver performance and durability

Orion Packaging has expanded their popular Flex line of semi-automatic stretch wrappers with two new models, the HPS (High Profile Standard) and the LPS (Low Profile Standard). These new Flex models deliver performance and investment value, as well as durability and reliability. Booth # N-4019

October 30, 2012

Filling/capping, liquid & viscous

Video: Capper with electronic torque provides 100 percent inspection

Fowler Products’ 14-head capper features state-of-the-art electronic torque control and is integrated with a rejection system that provides a 100 percent inspection for proper closure application. Booth # N-3906

October 30, 2012

Secondary Packaging

Industry’s first servo-based solution for triangulated retail ready trays

IPak’s TF200 delivers speed, tray flexibility, and forming consistency in a simpler, easier to maintain design than traditional mechanical solutions. Additional benefits include modular construction for easy integration and maintenance, fewer wear parts, precise control, and reliable operation in demanding locations. Booth # N-4006

October 30, 2012

Secondary Packaging

Video: Shrink sleeve applicator for demanding environments, including wet filling rooms

Axon’s Aurora series of shrink sleeve applicators has migrated into demanding environments. A new option has been developed for beverage, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, dairy, chemical, and other manufacturers looking for the performance and versatility of stainless steel. Booth # N-3919

October 30, 2012

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Video: Range of new label printer applicators increases uptime and lowers cost

ID Technology’s Model 252 range of label printer applicators feature centerline modularity design. Centerline modularity creates easily identifiable reference points for default calibration. This gives packaging lines increased uptime and lower operating costs. Booth # N-4021

October 30, 2012

Filling/capping, liquid & viscous

Liquid filler for free-flowing as well as viscous products

An integral part of an integrated packaging line, the V300 Liquid Filler accommodates free-flowing to viscous products and a variety of container sizes and shapes.

October 30, 2012

Secondary Packaging

Case taping adjusts for varying case heights

A new case taper on display at the 3M booth was notable for how readily it adjusts to different-sized cases.

October 29, 2012

Feeding/inserting/unscrambling

Bionic handling system with adaptive fingers

Festo demonstrates the company's bionic handling system technology, which consists of three basic elements for spatial movement: hand axis and a gripper with adaptive fingers.

October 29, 2012

Feeding/inserting/unscrambling

Faster, smarter bar-coding with UV

Find out why a new carton feeder for bar code printing and verification uses water-resistant, UV curable ink for higher frequency jetting for faster, higher quality printing and more.

October 29, 2012

Coding, Printing & Labeling

New hybrid printer for tablet blister packs adds serialization-capable digital printing capability

New hybrid printer for blister machines features 2 modules, one that utilizes a print mat, and one that is digital. This system allows for multi-color, large coverage, and a low operating cost. Allows for serialization of data, including bar, matrix, and alphanumeric codes.

October 29, 2012

Coding, Printing & Labeling

The new advanced fiber laser from Matthews

The Fiber laser wavelength is ideal to mark at high speed steel, stainless, titanium, and various high density plastics with contrast. This system is available is 10, 20, 30 and 50 watt power options.

October 29, 2012

Coding, Printing & Labeling

CIJ printers provide 12,000-hr uptime

Videojet's 1550 and 1560 continuous ink-jet printers, based on the company's 1000 series, offer 12,000 hours of continuous uptime before scheduled preventative maintenance. Features include good print quality, a simple user interface, and code assurance technology.

October 29, 2012