Controls & machine components

4.0 Data Collection

Fortress Technologies Demonstrated a metal detector with three apertures connected to its 4.0 Data Collection system, which automatically collects real-time data from enabled Fortress Technology metal detectors and checkweighers.

October 17, 2025

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Secondary Packaging

Ergonomic Strapper Takes Tension Off Workers

The ErgoStrap eliminates repetitive motion and avoids harmful bend overs, saving time and energy.

October 17, 2025

Form/fill/seal - vertical

Compact Combo Scale and Bagger

Combo unit for smaller operations has an HMI touchscreen and accommodates up to a 14-head weigh scale.

October 17, 2025

Bio-based

Great Earth Expands Use of Fiber-Based Closures to Entire Line

Swedish nutraceutical brand rolls out paper screw caps across all supplement jars, a first large-scale commercial use of Blue Ocean Closures’ molded fiber technology.

October 17, 2025

Weighing/combination scales

Auger-Driven Weigh Scales

System handles products including beef, chicken, cheese, and frozen cookie dough and offers an 11-inch touchscreen panel.

October 16, 2025

Form/fill/seal - horizontal

HF/F/S with Zipper Applicator

Compact thermoformer that produces resealable vacuum packages and includes in-line Variolabel 2.0 labeler.

October 16, 2025

Cup/tray filling/depositing/sealing

Tabletop Depositor

Small and easy-to-use, servo-controlled R&D depositing system for hard candies, gummies, gels, caramels, and more.

October 16, 2025

Packaging line integration

Grote Conveyance and Robotics Integration

Grote showcased the integration of several conveyance and robotic equipment pieces under its family of brands, including SPI Automation, PFI Conveyors, and ProFab.

October 16, 2025

Labeling

Printed Labels, Literature, and Folding Carton Capability

New presses at Platinum Press' facility will help increase capacity by double for the company

October 16, 2025

Package Design

Live from London Packaging Week: Microsoft Embeds Inclusive Design

Microsoft’s Kevin Marshall discusses how a focus on inclusivity and accessibility has reshaped the company’s approach to packaging, driving both innovation and empathy in global product design.

October 16, 2025

Protective/transport packaging

Refrigerant Bricks Prevent Improper Packing

This refrigerant brick keeps its slim shape for easy packing in boxes to solve misshappen freezing from traditional ice packs.

October 15, 2025

Digital Transformation

Community Poll: AI-powered Sortation Technology

See where your peers think AI-powered sortation technology will reshape CPG priorities and investments.

October 15, 2025

Digital Transformation

Graph-Tech USA (GTUS)

October 14, 2025