HomeMachineryReflex ArraysThe photoelectric sensor with the 2D light brandSICK, Inc.Oct 31st, 2019SICK's new line of Reflex Arrays are designed to detect the leading edge of polybags and other flexible packaging.Secondary/end-of-lineTwin-Stream Shrink-Film BundlerEDL Packaging’s twin-stream shrink-film bundler is designed to collate and securely bundle 3-, 4-, and 6-packs of shrink-wrapped bottles, allowing for faster shelf stocking at retail locations.RoboticsRobotic Pick-and-Place PlatformThe Syntegon RPP robotic pick-and-place platform can automate process steps such as product handling, feeding, and loading. It is designed as a modular system and allows individual configuration of the robotic cells.Secondary/end-of-lineCheckweighing SystemsMettler-Toledo Product Inspection added FlashCell Load Cell Technology to its C-Series checkweighing systems.Coding, printing & labelingColor Label PrinterPrimera Technology offers the LX3000 color label printer featuring large, individual ink tanks and a reusable thermal inkjet print head. It can print labels up to 8 in. wide x 24 in. Print speed is up to 4.5 in. (114mm) per sec.Supplier NewsHeat and Control Founder, Andy Caridis, Celebrates 100th BirthdayThe Heat and Control family celebrated a special milestone on June 1, 2021, with the 100th birthday of its founder, Andrew (Andy) Caridis.HomeSICK and Vention Partner to Bring Enhanced Robot Guidance Systems to ManufacturersVention’s manufacturing automation platform accelerates the design and deployment of modular applications for robot guidance systems with SICK.Supplier NewsCompanies Invest in the International Expansion of Safe Load Testing TechnologiesSafe Load Testing Technologies' products and its leadership in Europe were the two determining factors for the MONDRAGON Corp. and CDTi to invest more than €600,000 in international expansion of the company.HomeMWC’s Robot Configurations Provide FlexibilityRobotics come into play in the cheesemaker's palletizing operations. But for the most part, that level of complexity isn't needed in a facility producing such consistent product types and sizes. What's needed more is simplified automation.Supplier NewsK2 Kinetics Acquires Robotic Packaging Machinery, LLCRPM designs and manufactures case packers throughout the U.S. Founded in 2011 by Scott Thiede, the company has an established product line of 4 key models designed around functionality and efficiencies needed for a variety of customers.HomeESS Technologies Expands Corporate Structure and Manufacturing CapacityCorporate changes poise ESS Technologies for success as the company prepares to enter its fourth decade in business.Secondary/end-of-lineCase PackerSidel launches the Cermex EvoPack 4.0 case-packing platform for shaped containers in wraparound blanks, trays, and shelf-ready packaging (SRP). It is designed to reduce repacking activities at distribution centers or within e-commerce order preparation.SponsoredCheck out The Cobot Spot from Universal RobotsLooking for automation solutions for packaging and palletizing? This is your destination for all things cobot. Whether it’s webinars, video case studies or product information, you’ll find it all in this one spot.HomeAmid Uptick in Material Handling Projects, Applied Manufacturing Technologies Releases R-Palletize, a Configurable Robotic Palletizing StationR-Palletize, AMT’s configurable robotic palletizing station, provides a flexible robotic palletizing solution with an easy-to-use interface for changing material handling needs.Supplier NewsVolpak Develops a New Version of its SC+ Hf/f/s MachineThe latest version of Volpak’s flagship SC+ hf/f/s continuous movement machine is specifically designed for preformed pouches and features a high level of automation, ensuring the production of the best quality packaging.Secondary/end-of-lineNew Case Packer, Robotic Palletizer, Let Wisconsin Cheesemaker Efficiently Offer Multiple Output OptionsWith a new automated case packer and palletizer, Wisconsin Whey Protein’s cheesemaking operation can now offer its customers bulk cheese in barrels or in blocks.RoboticsSCARA RobotsFANUC’s family of 4-axis SCARA robots now includes the SR-3iA, SR-6iA, SR-12iA, and SR-20iA models with 3kg, 6kg, 12kg and 20kg payload capacities, and a 400-1,100mm reach, respectively.Coding, printing & labelingCompact Print and Apply LabelerThe 4741 Mini label print and apply system from FOX IV Technologies incorporates a Honeywell PXie industrial printer and is designed for small space applications and applications with low to medium volume.Secondary/end-of-lineRobotic Loading Option for Vertical CartonerEndFlex adds a robotic loading option to its Boxxer Kartnr automatic vertical cartoning machine that allows dual pick and place of tall and odd shaped products into cartons.Coding, printing & labelingDigital Printing, E-beam Coating, and MoreNow nearing the end of its first year in business, AccuFlex is leveraging digital printing, e-beam coating, Color-Logic software, and both films and zippers that are compostableCoding, printing & labelingDigital Enhancement of Folding CartonsScodix, the world’s leading provider of digital enhancement solutions for the graphic arts industry, recently announced that Germany S.A.C.I.A.G has installed a Scodix Ultra Digital Enhancement Press.
