Robotics

Popular Pies Call for Robotic Packaging Upgrade

Faced with growing demand for its delicious hand-held snack pies, JTM Foods, LLC brought in a new line where secondary packaging is fast and versatile yet occupies a very small footprint.

May 15, 2023

Cartoning: Page 7

Cartoning

Luis Torres Appointed Director of Operations for Triangle Package Machinery Co.

Triangle Package Machinery Company

After nearly 16 years, Torres, a long-time employee, was promoted from the role of Director of Aftermarket Sales & Field Support to Director of Operations.

May 15, 2023

Sustainability

Live at interpack: Marchesini Group Displays Latest Green Solutions

Marchesini Group

This week at interpack, the Marchesini Group, highlighted sustainable solutions for packaging pharmaceutical or beauty products with environment-friendly materials.

May 9, 2023

Cartoning

Triangle Celebrates Centennial Anniversary

Triangle Package Machinery Company

Louis R. Muskat (L.R.), founded Triangle Packaging Co. on May 1, 1923. Now in its 100th year of business and under its third generation of Muskat leadership, L.R.’s legacy lives on.

May 2, 2023

Controls & Machine Components

Custom Case Packers Employ PC-Based Controls

The CP-30 custom case packer with integrated robotics ensures ultra-fast throughput and reduces changeover times by over 80% using advanced PC-based control technology and EtherCAT.

April 14, 2023

Sustainability

Maui Brewing Ditches Plastic Rings for Paperboard Cartons

Maui Brewing switches from plastic ring carriers to paperboard cartons for its multipacks, but CEO Garrett Marrero warns that the sustainability of different packaging materials is complex.

March 15, 2023

Cartoning

Quality Packaging Specialists International (QPSI) Celebrates its 30th Anniversary

Quality Packaging Specialists International, LLC (QPSI)

Throughout the year, there will be activities for its employees as well as new capabilities and systems unveiled to enhance customer relationships and experience.

March 13, 2023

Cartoning

Triangle Announces New Regional Sales Team Members

Triangle Package Machinery Company

Triangle Package Machinery welcomes two new regional sales managers, Mark Freitas–West Coast and Justin Pike–Northeast.

March 1, 2023

Secondary Packaging

Syntegon to Launch Upgraded Kliklok BEC Endload Cartoner

Syntegon

The upgraded machine features an optimized drive system, a Human Machine Interface (HMI) 4.0 for simpler Digital Service connectivity, a redesigned frame, and new controls.

February 2, 2023

Secondary Packaging

Format Mix Shift Precipitates Speedier Canning Automation

Retail-friendly cans were already hot in craft brew when pandemic-related venue closures accelerated the trend. Dust Bowl Brewing Co.’s increased, sustained reliance on this container format convinced management to double down on canning automation.

February 27, 2023

Robotics

Innovative New Robotics at PACK EXPO International

PMG editors fanned out across PACK EXPO International in October in search of packaging innovation. Here's what they found in robotics.

January 28, 2023

Cartoning

Shawn Rauchut Named VP of Finance and Accounting for JLS

JLS Automation

In this newly created position, Rauchut will be responsible for the company’s financial planning, cash management, and revenue recognition process in partnership with the leadership team. He will report to Craig Wolfe, Chief Operating Officer.

February 14, 2023

Cartoning

Innovative New Machinery at PACK EXPO International

PMG editors fanned out across PACK EXPO International in October in search of packaging innovation. Here's what they found in machinery.

January 28, 2023