Flexibles

Voided, bio-based film being tested by Mars launched at interpack

A four-year, European-funded project involving all players in the supply chain, including end-user Mars, comes to fruition with a new voided, bio-based, multilayer laminated film that lowers density and improves yield.

May 5, 2017

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Filling/capping, dry

Easy as Thai

Custom thermoformed, compartmentalized lidded trays for Easy Home Chef’s meal kits are designed for each specific recipe created by the company.

May 4, 2017

Containers

Challenger wine brand shakes up category with disruptive design

New wine bottle design pays homage to Italian heritage with historical images and bottle neck embellishments.

May 4, 2017

Controls & Machine Components

A/C safe cooling enclosure lowers maintenance costs

ProtEX Vortex A/C is the newest addition to Vortec’s line of hazardous location enclosure coolers.

May 3, 2017

Controls & Machine Components

Chartwell relies on software to comply with track-and-trace deadlines

Scalable software helps pharma firm quickly serialize products from several bottling lines. New bottle labeler, camera and printer all contribute to a track-and-trace solution.

May 2, 2017

Operational Excellence

3D printing applications could transform healthcare

Frost & Sullivan’s TechVision team says pharmacy distribution is expected to be disrupted by 3D printing that simplifies drug customization.

May 2, 2017

Secondary Packaging

High Speed Turning Technology

Patented VPT (Variable Position Turner) technology maximizes speed & flexibility for inline high speed palletizing. VPT is accessed and programmed via the HMI making layer pattern additions & alterations a breeze. VPT is ideally suited for ultra high speed applications like fridge packs.

May 2, 2017

Sustainable Packaging

Snyders-Lance, Inc. & Smithfield Awarded Sustainability Excellence in Manufacturing

OpX Leadership Network Honors CPGs who Improved Sustainability in Production Operations

May 2, 2017

Controls & Machine Components

Thomson: Linear actuator line

Thomson Industries, Inc. has expanded its WhisperTrak actuator line to give motion system designers greater ability to extend quiet, compact actuation to more demanding applications.

May 2, 2017

Coding, Printing & Labeling

System provides high-speed, non-contact printing

Can operate in challenging environments

May 1, 2017

Controls & Machine Components

SEL: Feeder protection relay with touchscreen display

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. (SEL) added an optional touchscreen display to the SEL-751 Feeder Protection Relay that allows users to easily navigate settings options and create custom bay screens.

May 1, 2017

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Pro Mach acquires Weiler Labeling Systems

Pro Mach acquires high-speed labeling, serialization, and coding supplier, Weiler Labeling Systems, to expand its integrated solutions portfolio and Pharmaceutical Packaging Group.

May 1, 2017

E-commerce

PTIS celebrates its 17 year anniversary as an independently-owned consultancy

Operating in their 17th year, PTIS continues to create value across the global packaging value chain.

May 1, 2017