Contract Packaging

Vibratory size grader adds efficiencies for Jamieson Laboratories

Automates removal of broken tablets and fragments upstream of packaging for Canadian maker of vitamins, minerals, and supplements.

January 18, 2013

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Cartoning

Hoffmann-La Roche AG's line automates personalized kit packaging

Seven sub-machines package clinical trial patient kits with efficiency and inspection security, minimizing labor costs.

January 17, 2013

Sustainability

New consortium addresses PET recycle stream issues

Members, representing the entire value chain, consider multiple solutions to the problem of full-wrap labels in the PET recycle stream.

January 17, 2013

Controls & Machine Components

Nulogy adds supply chain expert to board

Art Mesher, chairman and CEO of Descartes Systems, will help enhance corporate governance, global growth and customer service.

January 16, 2013

Sustainable Packaging

Michigan State School of Packaging to host Student Packaging Jamboree

March 21-23 event will include speeches from industry professionals, a showcase of innovative packages, and an opportunity to interact with experts through a panel discussion.

January 16, 2013

Protective/transport packaging

Void-fill and protective packaging offers clean, cost-effective solutions

The AirPouch® Express 3™ void-fill and protective packaging systems from Automated Packaging Systems offer clean, cost-effective packing solutions. These portable, all electric systems are user-friendly, fast and convenient, and eliminate the need to store large, bulky materials.

January 15, 2013

Protective/transport packaging

On-demand bubble cushioning protective packaging system

Watch how the AirPouch® FastWrap™ protective packaging system inflates and dispenses a continuous stream of inflatable bubble or tube cushioning for on-demand cushioning, interleaving, and block-and-brace applications.

January 15, 2013

Bag/pouch fill/seal (pre-made bags)

Semi-automatic bagger for food high-productivity applications

FAS SPrint Revolution™ Bagging System opens bags, lets operators load product, and seals bags at up to 900 inches/min. Airtight, high-quality 3/8" seals. Continuous, intermittent, or batch mode.

January 15, 2013

Flexible packaging

Tabletop bagging machine improves productivity in fill/seal applications

Video from Automated Packaging Systems details the loading process and key operational features of a tabletop bagging fill/seal machine.

January 15, 2013

Controls & Machine Components

B&R Industrial Automation: Keypad module

Especially suitable for food and pharmaceutical industries, B&R’s new keypad module with integrated illuminated ring keys combines intuitive operation, ergonomic design, and robust construction for tough industrial environments.

January 14, 2013

Controls & Machine Components

Clippard Instrument Laboratory, Inc: Analytical electronic valves

Designed for the specific needs of the analytical industry, and for applications where cleanliness is especially important, Clippard’s new Analytical Series (“A-E”) electronic valves are available in 2-way or 3-way, normally-closed, or fully ported versions.

January 14, 2013

Containers

Total makeover for Ansell personal lubricants

Structural and graphics packaging improvements earn awards.

January 14, 2013

Controls & Machine Components

Force Control Industries, Inc: Double C-face coupler brake

Force Control Industries’ Double C-face Coupler Brake includes double c-faces and mates to a standard motor, replacing special brake motors that often involve long lead times and high costs, and reducing inventory and maintenance costs for palletizers and other packaging machinery.

January 14, 2013