Controls & Machine Components

Multi-Wire connectors protect against dirt, moisture

AutomationDirect’s ZIPport™ product line includes standard series multi-wire connectors, available in 5 frame sizes (3A, 6B, 10B, 16B and 24B).

May 12, 2011

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Controls & Machine Components

Red Lion: Software feature syncs logged data with server

Red Lion’s SQL Sync, a new feature of the company’s advanced programming software Crimson® 3.0, allows customers to synchronize logged data from their G3 HMIs directly with Microsoft’s® SQL Server®, eliminating the need for third-party software or a custom script.

May 12, 2011

Sustainability

Convertible clamshell for McDonald's earns top AmeriStar Package Award

Creative pack for McDonald’s wins ‘Best of Show’ while a bag-in-box for automotive fluids takes sustainable packaging honors at the 2011 AmeriStar Package Awards competition.

May 12, 2011

Controls & Machine Components

Wittenstein, Inc: Linear actuator system

The Wittenstein ternary® actuator is an all-in-one linear actuator system that integrates controller, motor, amplifier and drive into one compact mechatronic device,

May 12, 2011

Sustainable Packaging

Packaging's role rockets into outer space

A recently published article indicates that as the duration of NASA shuttle missions lengthens, pharmaceutical packaging will gain importance in astronaut safety and health.

May 10, 2011

Cartons and boxes

Twang Beer Salt rises above beer cooler chatter with new clip strip

Looking for a way to cut through all the promotional noise within the beer cooler aisle while increasing product visibility, display functionality and sales, Twang Partners LTD turned to WS Packaging to create an innovative point-of-purchase display for its line of Twang Beer Salt. WS Packaging created a fully recyclable, long service-life display strip that conveniently attaches to a beer cooler door.

May 10, 2011

Labels

New square bottle, with shrink sleeve label, adds an edge to bottled water brand

TalkingRain Beverage Company created a stronger brand presence on- shelf for its ActiVWater® brand with new square bottle, full-body shrink sleeve label, and package redesign. Printed with metallic inks, the new label design has easy-to-read graphics, bold flavor-specific colors, and displays well at retail.

May 10, 2011

Labels

Digitally printed, pressure-sensitive labels convey brand personality of Carmella's Italian Bistro

Carmella's Italian Bistro chose cost-effective, digitally printed labels for launching its retail brand. Drawing inspiration from the pure authenticity of its homemade sauces, where heritage, pride and family are signature brand cues, it effectively conveyed its brand messaging using a textured, natural white material that offers visual depth and a tactile feel.

May 10, 2011

Sustainability

Know when to fold 'em

The folding carton ushered in the modern packaging age and remains a diverse option for many product categories.

May 10, 2011

Controls & Machine Components

OPC server solution

Kepware Technologies’ KEPDirect OPC Server has been designed for use with AutomationDirect controllers and remote I/O to improve operations and decision making throughout all levels of an organization.

May 10, 2011

Blisters/clamshells/skin packaging

Adherence packs assist patients and caregivers

Calendar designs help ensure that meds are taken properly, cutting costs out of the healthcare equation, says new study.

May 10, 2011

Controls & Machine Components

Eaton Corporation: Panel wiring solution simplifies panel building

Eaton® SmartWire-DTTM panel wiring solution reduces panel-wiring complexity, improves system reliability, saves installation time and reduces panel space by replacing the many wires found in the control circuit into a single cable.

May 10, 2011

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

GlaxoSmithKline solves label challenge with on-pack coupon on narrow blister pack

See how GlaxoSmithKline solved a difficult over-pack labeling challenge by swapping out a pressure-sensitive label for a WS Packaging on-pack coupon to cross-merchandise another product.

May 9, 2011