Operational Excellence

Revealing Shortfalls in Third-Party Logistics Management

Firms not using 3PLs to their full advantage, according to Kenco/University of Tennessee on study.

February 25, 2016

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Controls & Machine Components

The New Pharma Factory

Under FDA and industry pressure, drug manufacturers are abandoning their old batch ways for a continuous approach to manufacturing. But it’s a slow transition.

February 24, 2016

Contract Packaging

Improving Site Efficiency Reported as Primary Contract Packaging Goal

Contract packagers/manufacturers and third-party logistics providers also identify quality control and compliance as key challenges in Nulogy survey.

February 24, 2016

Containers

Tubs for sweets

Al Wefag, the market leader in sugar confectionery in Saudi Arabia, has launched its gummy candy series Borgat in two sizes of plastic tubs, citing the particular benefits of more branding space, a more vibrant look, and a better finish over its previous packaging format.

February 24, 2016

Cartoning

Manufacturers Alliance recognizes MGS Machine with award

Minnesota-based Manufacturers Alliance bestows its 2016 Manufacturer of the Year on MGS Machine.

February 24, 2016

Controls & Machine Components

Exair New Anti-Static Air Gun is CE, UL and RoHS Certified

EXAIR’s new Ion Air Gun removes static electricity, contaminants and dust from parts prior to labeling, assembly, packaging, painting or finishing. This engineered product has undergone independent laboratory tests to certify it meets the rigorous safety, health and environmental standards of the USA, European Union and Canada that are required to attain the CE and UL marks. It is also RoHS compliant. New design features include a metal armored high voltage cable to protect against abrasion and cuts, a replaceable emitter point, integrated ground connection and electromagnetic shielding. The shockless Ion Air Gun neutralizes static electricity and cleans at distances up to 15 feet (4.6m). The Ion Air Gun incorporates a high velocity air jet that uses a small amount of compressed air to entrain 80 percent of the total output airflow from the surrounding room air. An electrically energized emitter at the discharge end fills the entire airstream with positive and negative ions capable of neutralizing high static charges in a fraction of a second. An optional regulator allows infinite adjustment of the air volume and velocity. A comfortable grip and hand position allows hours of continuous use without fatigue.

February 23, 2016

Thermoform/fill/seal

Life Science Tools Assist, From Research to Medical Diagnostics

Labels represent a critical component of Promega’s products.

February 23, 2016

Sustainability

Preventing Legitimate Products From Entering Illegitimate Channels

Strong relationships with its suppliers, customers helps converter Nosco protect brands.

February 23, 2016

Flexibles

Harpak-ULMA names new Vice President

Harpak-ULMA welcomes Jeff Aspinall as V.P. of Technical/Customer Service.

February 23, 2016

Sustainable Packaging

How efficient is retail packaging in reducing waste?

A new study analyzes more than 300 containers in 56 grocery categories to understand their overall level of sustainability and efficiency.

February 23, 2016

Controls & Machine Components

New Anti-Static Air Gun is CE, UL and RoHS Certified

EXAIR’s new Ion Air Gun removes static electricity, contaminants and dust from parts prior to labeling, assembly, packaging, painting or finishing. This engineered product has undergone independent laboratory tests to certify it meets the rigorous safety, health and environmental standards of the USA, European Union and Canada that are required to attain the CE and UL marks. It is also RoHS compliant. New design features include a metal armored high voltage cable to protect against abrasion and cuts, a replaceable emitter point, integrated ground connection and electromagnetic shielding. The shockless Ion Air Gun neutralizes static electricity and cleans at distances up to 15 feet (4.6m).

February 22, 2016

Material handling

Trends in Labels and Adhesives

Changes create new challenges for label, adhesive companies.

February 22, 2016

Containers

CDF Corp.: Bag-in-Box Container

20-L bag-in-box package passes the design qualification testing of a combination package; fiberboard box with plastic bag.

February 22, 2016