Controls & Machine Components

China expert addresses world's hottest machine market at PMMI conference

Xiaoguang Hou from B&R Industrial Automation will share his knowledge of the packaging machinery market in China with PMMI members at September’s annual meeting.

August 29, 2010

Machinery: Page 560

Controls & Machine Components

Packaging and trademark litigation

Packaging and trademarks

August 26, 2010

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Label issues present varied challenges

Distribution environment, regulatory and compliance issues, and marketing messages are among the key concerns for manufacturers.

August 25, 2010

Controls & Machine Components

GAM Gear, LLC: Gear reducer catalog

GAM Gear’s 2010 Catalog of Gear Reducers/Torque Converters and Linear Mounting Kits includes information on: a new line of low-cost high performance planetary gearboxes (PE-Series); a complete new range of bevel-gear reducers with or without an integrated motor mount (VC-Series and V-Series); and a new hollow-shaft low-cost hypoid gearbox (in-line FP-KB).

August 24, 2010

Controls & Machine Components

Omron Scientific Technologies, Inc: Software-driven safety controllers

Omron Scientific Technologies’ G9SP Programmable Safety Controllers are software-based stand-alone controllers that can be quickly programmed to satisfy the complex safety control needs of small and mid-sized machines, and are easily reconfigured to solve evolving machine set-up needs.

August 23, 2010

Controls & Machine Components

Balluff: Linear position transducer

Balluff’s Micropulse® PF-series linear transducer provides accurate, reliable linear position feedback in a low-profile anodized aluminum housing.

August 23, 2010

Controls & Machine Components

TURCK, Inc: Connectivity catalog of NFPA 79 compliant wiring products

TURCK’s powerfast˙ Connectivity Catalog contains their complete line of powerfast products including cordsets, connectors, tees, splitters and receptacles rated for up to 30 amps and 600 volts.

August 23, 2010

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Snacking trends signal packaging opportunities?

Food channel releases Top 10 Snack Trend Report

August 23, 2010

Operational Excellence

Application analysis discusses track-and-trace bar codes for fresh produce packaging

This Application Analysis explains the track and trace basics for produce packers facing PTI compliance. Read about a case printing solution from FoxJet and examine the costs.

August 22, 2010

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Video explains how all-electronic print-and-apply labeler saves money

This video shows the operation of the FoxJet Spec.e labeler and describes the engineering behind the all-electric technology. The system's benefits are plentiful, but most notable are the diminished operating costs. By eliminating the need for shop air, you could cut your energy expenses by better than half.

August 22, 2010

Coding, Printing & Labeling

In pharmaceuticals we trust?

Drug recalls, counterfeiting, and diversion are creating distrust in the pharmaceutical sector.

August 19, 2010

Controls & Machine Components

AutomationDirect: Miniature circuit breakers

AutomationDirect’s Eaton WMZT series miniature circuit breakers are single-pole, two-pole and triple-pole devices, available in sizes from 0.5 – 40 Amps, and offer efficient protection for branch and control circuits.

August 17, 2010

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

Video shows semi-automatic kit packaging for plumbing parts

Application video from Rennco shows semi-automatic bagger for kit parts. Operator hand-loads plumbing parts, and machine seals and discharges finished packages.

August 16, 2010