HomeMachinerySecondary/end-of-lineTray-Pak Corporation: New tray packerNewly patented Tray-Pak® packaging system is designed to produce a value-added shipper that provides an attractive and shelf-ready display tray.Tray-Pak CorporationNov 30th, 2003Companies in this articleTray-Pak CorporationSupplier NewsKevin Mauger, NCC Automated Systems, Named an Entrepreneur of the Year 2022 Greater Philadelphia Award FinalistAccording to Ernst & Young LLP, Mauger was selected by a panel of independent judges according to the following criteria—entrepreneurial spirit, purpose, growth, and impact—among other core contributions and attributes.Secondary/end-of-lineUnpacking MachinePolypack introduces the Unwrapper unpacking machine designed to remove shrink film from corrugated trays.Supplier NewsPCMC Hosts Ribbon-cutting Event for its Packaging Innovation CenterOn April 26, Paper Converting Machine Co. (PCMC), part of Barry-Wehmiller, welcomed 70-plus customers, suppliers, and area supporters to its new Packaging Innovation Center for a ribbon-cutting ceremony, tour, and overview presentation.Supplier NewsTripack LLC to Open Manufacturing Facility in FloridaIn response to the growing demand for decorated aluminum cans in the beverage industry, Tripack announces plans to open a third manufacturing facility in Lakeland, Fla., that will have over 30,000 sq ft and space for multiple packaging lines.Secondary/end-of-lineElectric Stretch WrapperSignode’s Multi FleX1 features an electrically operated stretch frame and film handling system and is capable of wrapping more than 200 loads/hr. The smaller footprint maximizes production floor space and be placed closer to a facility’s perimeter.SponsoredWrap It. Strap It. Secure It.While there has been an increased focus on automation investments across the supply chain – with an estimated $244 billion forecast in 2022 – an often-overlooked area is the importance of consumables of all types.Secondary/end-of-lineEco-friendly InvertorThe Green Invertor from Carleton Helical Technologies is made of recycled plastic. It rotationally positions containers 180 deg at speeds up to 2000 cpm, dependent on the container’s dimensions.Secondary/end-of-lineCase PackerMuller Technology launches an automated six-axis case packer for the high-volume production of lid and container packaging.Supplier NewsEriez® Celebrates 80 Years in BusinessThe Eriez story began in 1942 when founder O.F. Merwin installed a permanent magnet in a grain mill. Today, the company has a workforce of more than 900 individuals located throughout 12 wholly owned international subsidiaries on six continents.Secondary/end-of-lineCase SealerWith belt speeds up to 155 fpm, Signode’s LDX-RTB 4.0 semi-automatic random case sealer features patented technology that enables processing of void-filled and over-stuffed cases with a pneumatic top cartridge.Supplier NewsCustomized Conveyor SystemMulti-Conveyor recently built a complex, yet small footprint, custom conveyor system that uses a servo transpositor retract and two stacked servo merges to transport bags of chicken from three baggers to two case packers, with X-ray scans in the process.SponsoredWrap It. Strap It. Secure It.While there has been an increased focus on automation investments across the supply chain – with an estimated $244 billion forecast in 2022 – an often-overlooked area is the importance of consumables of all types.Supplier NewsKHS Debuts Retrofits for Existing Packaging MachinesThe new packaging line retrofits from KHS wrap beverage cans in paper instead of film and can be retrofitted to existing Innopack machines.Secondary/end-of-lineCartoning and Coding Line Delivers COVID-19 Vaccine VialsEquipment for cartoning, serializing, and case packing vials was designed and delivered in just a few short months.Secondary/end-of-lineLive at PACK EXPO East: Fit into Tight Spaces with Low Profile Sanitary ConveyorA low-profile stainless steel frame with compact 1.25-in. diameter end-roller pulleys, enabling the conveyor to fit in tight spaces in and around other machinery, as well as safely operate in close proximity to employees.Controls & automationiCam-Based Linear Pick-and-Place Mechanism Maintains Control of Empty CartonsTransferring empty cartons from a high-speed forming machine into a smart carton identification and loading system helps to maintain control of the lightweight boxes prior to use.Secondary/end-of-lineAutomation and Flexibility in EOL Equipment Needed for Expanding SKUsAs the trend of more variety, more sizes, more choices, and ultimately more SKUs increases, end of line machinery is keeping up by including more robots, cobots, and modularity.Supplier NewsNCC to Showcase Automated Packaging Solutions at PACK EXPO EastNCC Automated Systems, along with its divisions, SideDrive Conveyor Co. and Nutra-Pack Systems, will be showcasing their combined experience in packaging systems integration and sanitary conveyors in Booth 1426.Secondary/end-of-lineReport: Innovative New Pumps and Sorters at PACK EXPO Las VegasPMMI Media Group editors fanned out across the many booths at PACK EXPO Las Vegas to bring you this Innovations Report. Here’s what they saw in the pumps and sorters category.Secondary/end-of-lineReport: Innovative New Banding and Strapping Machinery at PACK EXPO Las VegasPMMI Media Group editors fanned out across the many booths at PACK EXPO Las Vegas to bring you this Innovations Report. Here’s what they saw in the banding and strapping category.