Plastics/resins

INFICON offers nondestructive leak detection technology

The Contura S400 leak detector detects fine and gross leaks without test gas or damaging packaging.

October 14, 2018

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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

Flexibles

CMD unveils stand-up pouch system

Machine reduces setup and changeover time while keeping operation simple.

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

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

The Whistling Chef chilled, ready-meal line is aptly named

Leading South African food and beverage group is the first in the country to introduce a line of chilled, ready meals that are cooked and pasteurized using microwave technology, and whistle when they’re ready.

October 13, 2018

Flexibles

Flexible pack behaves like rigid bottle

The winner of the Diamond Award in the 2018 Dow Awards for Packaging Innovation uses compressed air inflated into its edges to bring remarkable rigidity and ease of handling.

October 12, 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

Flexibles

Smaller packs, healthy snacking pushing pouch applications

New Freedonia study forecasts the demand for pouches used in candy and snack food packaging to increase 3.8% annually through 2022 to $3.4 billion.

October 9, 2018

Flexibles

Brand owner, consumer sustainable packaging perceptions diverge

A new study uncovers how brand owners and consumers approach sustainable packaging and looks at the opportunities for brand owners to position flexible packaging as sustainable.

October 8, 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

Cartons and boxes

New pack graphics make pierogies easier to shop

America’s largest producer of frozen pierogies updates its packaging with a more contemporary look and feel, while making product varieties easier to shop with new color banners.

October 8, 2018