Conveying & accumulation

Video: Integrated conveyor vision inspection and handling solutions from Shuttleworth

Shuttleworth vision systems are simple to integrate and are flexible and robust. Simulation procedures early in the design stage enable testing of multiple options to identify the product combination that best fits the application. Shuttleworth’s 360 degree approach to vision lowers risk and ensure optimum throughput. Booth # N-4010

October 31, 2012

Leaders (UNIVERSAL TAXONOMY PW): Page 916

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

Video: Vertical form-fill-seal machine for wash down environments

Matrix demonstrates its Triton heavy duty wash down bagger at Pack Expo. The Triton features stainless steel 4 inch by 4 inch extreme duty welded frame, high torque servo or stepper electric Smart Jaw ST sealing system and speeds of 100 plus bags a minute. Booth # S-853

October 31, 2012

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

Video: Versatile pouch packing of multiple items

Rennco demonstrates the versatility of its Vertic-L-PP (pouch pack) system. Customers with multiple items to package in a pouch will find both automatic and manual loading options for this rugged, versatile machine. Adding a weigh scale ensures filled pouches meet specifications. Booth # N-4016

October 31, 2012

Secondary Packaging

Video: Integrated case packer, robotic palletizer, stretch wrapper, and conveyor

This integrated system demonstrates the benefits of working with a Pro Mach business such as Edson – one purchase order for multiple-vendor systems, less overall risk, and faster, trouble-free start up. This and similar integrated systems can improve any end-of-line operation. Booth # S-760

October 31, 2012

Secondary Packaging

Video: New generation of high-speed meat and produce stretch wrappers

Ossid’s 500Si stretch wrapper is a new solution for high-speed meat and produce tray wrapping applications. The new 500Si servo controlled stretch wrapper is rated at up to 120 trays per minute and is the first in a new generation of high performance mid-price machines from Ossid. Booth # N-3913

October 31, 2012

Filling/capping, liquid & viscous

Video: New extended-shelf-life filling technology

Federal Manufacturing introduces a new 30-valve net-weight (non-contact) ESL filler with a 10-station pick-and-place capping turret. Options include hot water sanitizing for juice or drinking yogurt applications or steam sterilization for extended life Ultra-High-Temperature (UHT) processed milk or dairy beverages. Booth # S-1878

October 31, 2012

Secondary Packaging

Video: Robotic high-speed palletizing for trays, cases, bulk, and bundles

Currie by Brenton’s new patented technology palletizes or depalletizes trays, large loads, bulk items, and bundles. This patented system handles layers of up to 500 pounds, moves up to six full layers a minute, and gently handles full layers with each motion. It surpasses current end-of-arm tooling solutions. Booth # N-4013

October 31, 2012

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Video: Latest in track and trace pressure sensitive labeling equipment

LSI’s Model 1220 Track and Trace Bundle Label System helps manufacturers follow products through the supply chain by carrying forward handling data at each stage of transport. The system protects consumers from contaminated or counterfeit products and lowers costs associated with lost products and product recalls. Booth # N-3921

October 31, 2012

Secondary Packaging

Video: New semi-automatic handle applicator for market development

Roberts PolyPro introduces a new semi-automatic handle applicator designed for market expansion. This machine, with a single operator, can apply handles in two-pack configurations as well as three-, four-, six-, and eight-packs and can be moved from line to line to accommodate variable production schedules. Booth # N-3916

October 31, 2012

Sustainability

Shrink-sleeve label material is recycling-friendly

From ExxonMobil, this drop-in replacement for traditional shrink sleeve label material has a big advantage from a recycling standpoint, because when PET bottles are ground up in the recycling process, the label material floats while the PET flakes sink.

October 31, 2012

Filling/capping, liquid & viscous

Servo-driven peristaltic pump for precise liquid filling of pharmaceuticals

SteelHeart servo-driven peristaltic pump provides infinite points of reference to enable precise filling for liquid pharmaceutical applications. May be configured with one to 12 pumps; equipped with Allen-Bradley controls, including the PanelView Plus 600.

October 31, 2012

Secondary Packaging

Automatic machine adjustment for end-of-line packaging

Schneider Packaging Equipment debuts its Pro-Adjust add-on solution that automatically adjusts all types of machines—including case packers, palletizers, case loaders—for varying package sizes. Stepper motor-driven system greatly enhances speed and accuracy of changeovers, while increasing machine uptime and OEE.

October 31, 2012

Secondary Packaging

Two-times the improvements for hybrid palletizers

Intelligrated has introduced two new enhancements for its Alvey 950 series hybrid palletizers: an on-board stretch bander that adds stability to otherwise unstable loads, and an integrated control system that allows both the palletizer and its robotic arms to operate from a single PLC.

October 31, 2012