In brief

A new Congress means another attempt by the food industry to enact the National Uniformity for Food Act, legislation establishing, among other things, a uniform system of labeling requirements...USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service will postpone eliminating face-to-face meetings to approve labels, as planned.

Nov 30th, 1998

That's due to a legal complaint alleging FSIS didn't issue a notice of proposed rulemaking. However, if the legal case is resolved without FSIS having to modify its planned changes, the change could take effect at any time...Dr. Jane Henney has been confirmed as FDA Commissioner.

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ProMach Acquires KHS Bartelt
The acquisition includes the assets of Bartelt, Scandia, and Kayat from KHS USA which will expand ProMach’s portfolio of solutions in pouch packaging, cartoning, and shrink packaging in North America.
Jan 22nd, 2021
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Duravant Launches nVenia, a Duravant Operating Company
Duravant launches nVenia, LLC, a new operating company within its Packaging Solutions Segment formed by combining Arpac, Hamer-Fischbein, and Ohlson into a single entity.
Jan 20th, 2021
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Food Product Counting Equipment
Cremer launches the WD Series line of hygiene-centric counting machines designed for easy wash-down and precise counting and dispensing of individual food products in a variety of applications where cleanliness is important.
Jan 18th, 2021
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Shemesh Automation Purchases U.S. Facility
Shemesh Automation responded to the growth in its U.S. customer-base with the purchase of a new facility in Green Bay, Wis. It will serve as headquarters for its new subsidiary, Shemesh USA Inc.
Jan 14th, 2021
Fogg
Sealed Rinser Enclosure Doors
Fogg Filler created new sealed doors for a safer rinsing environment.
Jan 4th, 2021
Eagle Tall Pro Xs Front Cmyk
X-ray Inspection System
Eagle Product’s compact Eagle Tall PRO XS is designed to inspect cans, jars, and bottles and is ideal for manufacturers with limited line space.
Dec 16th, 2020
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Spartan Parts Filling Valve Conversion from Vacuum to Gravity
Spartan Parts, a subsidiary of Fogg Filler Co., designed a vacuum filler valve to retrofit to a vacuum filler allowing the user to simply turn the vacuum off and increase quality of life.
Dec 15th, 2020
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River Run Foods Expands Capabilities with Retortable Cartons
This co-packer known for tomato-based sauces in glass containers expanded its formats and capacity with the addition of Tetra Recart cartoning system.
Dec 9th, 2020
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Fullstream Project Integrates Dry Bulk Material Discharging and Bulk Liquid Handling Systems
National Bulk Equipment’s (NBE) batch processing project integrates dry bulk material handling and bulk liquid handling systems to ensure a homogeneous slurry is accurately produced and reliably supplied to downstream food processing operations.
Dec 7th, 2020
Fogg
Automated Cap Chute Changeover
Fogg Filler offers an option for automated chute changeover for different caps.
Dec 7th, 2020
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Leak Tester for MAP Packaging
The LEAK-MASTER PRO 2 from Witt-Gasetechnik is designed to find micro-leaks in MAP packaging. The test is carried out using CO2 as the tracer gas.
Dec 4th, 2020
Considering Packaging Robotics? Read This First
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Considering Packaging Robotics? Read This First
Packaging World’s Packaging Robotics Playbook provides a non-biased look at robotics trends, factors when weighing options across your line and get-it-right tips for your team. Download the 49-page report today!
Dec 14th, 2020
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Matrix Launches Redesigned Website
Matrix Packaging Machinery’s redesigned website features a professional, responsive design; placing the world of vf/f/s machines at the fingertips of users on the go.
Dec 1st, 2020
Serac
Cup Decontamination Sensors
Serac’s pulsed light decontamination solution is designed for cup filling lines. It offers an intermediate level of performance between H2O2 and UV decontamination.
Nov 20th, 2020
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Pharmaceutical Liquid Filling Monobloc with Dual-Weight Verification
BellatRx’s Constellation Monobloc is a new servo-driven fill-weigh-cap system for unstable pharmaceutical microtubes, vials, and cartridges.
Nov 18th, 2020
Eagle Product Inspection Bulk540
X-ray Machines
Eagle Product Inspection’s enhanced Pack 400 HC and Bulk 540 PRO x-ray systems are designed to help food and beverage manufacturers adhere to requirements for a strong food safety culture.
Nov 18th, 2020
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Blister Machine Features Vacuum System for Reject/Transfer
In the compact TF1pro blister machine, a vacuum arm lifts ‘good’ blisters, precisely lowering them to the transfer actuator. Another key safeguard: an upper seal plate that retracts when web motion stops to prevent unnecessary heat exposure.
Nov 13th, 2020
Detecting Leaks in MAP Food Packages
The Contura S400 Leak Detector offers a unique solution for detecting leaks in MAP (modified atmosphere packaging) and other flexible packages.
Nov 13th, 2020
MULTIVAC RX 4.0 Thermoformer
MULTIVAC used PACK EXPO Connects to feature its new RX 4.0 next-generation thermoform packaging machines.
Nov 13th, 2020
Fortress Technology’s inaugural Raptor checkweighing series is designed for new-generation manufacturers embracing the digital revolution.
New Checkweigher uses Digital Smart Processing Technology
Fortress expands into checkweighing, launching the Raptor smart series, which includes an intelligent conveyor removal system and intuitive digital process monitoring technology.
Nov 12th, 2020
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Seal Integrity Sensor Inspects Cups Inside the Filler
Using multiple sensors inside the cup filling system, the new SIT system from Teledyne TapTone can check for bad seals, damaged or deformed foil lids, and weak seals at speeds to 200 m/sec.
Nov 12th, 2020
The new machine platform offers complete versatility: High performance, flexible formats and functional modules, including the OPTIMA Zero L1 for feminine hygiene and light incontinence products.
Modular Platform for Healthcare Manufacturing
Optima's new Zero machine platform offers extreme flexibility in packaging for a range of products in one system, including feminine hygiene and light incontinence products.
Nov 12th, 2020
Debuting at PACK EXPO Connects is Volpak's SC+, described as a breakthrough in pouch packaging.
‘Breakthrough’ in hf/f/s Technology
A highlight for Volpak, a Coesia company, at PACK EXPO Connects was the SC+ horizontal form/fill/seal machine.
Nov 12th, 2020
Tyvek Roll-Feed, Cut and Seal Machine
Roll Fed Medical Sealing System Increases Speed and Integrity
Eliminating the need for individual cut lidding, the roll-fed system is also designed to reduce material costs and the risk of operator error.
Nov 12th, 2020
Dino Chece, President & CEO, Serac
Cap Sterilization and Industry 4.0 HMI for Liquid Filling/Capping
Serac President & CEO Dino Chece shares his thoughts on the company’s new technologies, featured in its PACK EXPO Showroom.
Nov 11th, 2020
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Next Gen Induction Cap Sealer is Backward Compatible
New features on the new generation include mechanically and electrically integrated stalled-bottle sensors.
Nov 11th, 2020
At PACK EXPO Connects, Syntegon showcased its latest intelligent and efficient technologies, including advanced customer services and a variety of digital solutions.
Advances in Pharma
At PACK EXPO Connects, Syntegon showcased its latest intelligent and efficient technologies, including advanced customer services and a variety of digital solutions.
Nov 10th, 2020
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Gummy Packaging Equipment Addresses Common Obstacles
Gummies require specific adjustments to multi-head weighers to ensure they are packaged adequately.
Nov 10th, 2020
MGS used PACK EXPO Connects to talk about their machinery and line integration capabilities in the life sciences field.
Medical Device Packaging
Specialists in supplying packaging and automation solutions to the Life Sciences Industry, MGS took advantage of PACK EXPO Connects to talk about a remarkably integrated line supplied recently to a medical device manufacturer.
Nov 10th, 2020
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AMETEK MOCON: Package Integrity Testing System
The new system is designed for healthcare and food packaging markets.
Nov 10th, 2020
Evergreen Packaging introduced this new filler at PACK EXPO Connects, and its servo technology drew considerable attention.
Servo Upgrade on Gable Top Filler
Evergreen Packaging used PACK EXPO Connects as an opportunity to unveil its new servo-driven EH-84 gable top packaging machine.
Nov 10th, 2020
Bradman Lake featured this small-footprint carton former at PACK EXPO Connects.
Small-footprint Cartoner
Bradman Lake used PACK EXPO Connects to introduce its HS Mini carton former, whose ergonomic modular design provides the ultimate flexibility to handle a wide range of carton formats and sizes.
Nov 10th, 2020