Robotics

MWC’s Robot Configurations Provide Flexibility

Robotics 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.

June 7, 2021

Secondary Packaging: Page 71

Conveying & accumulation

K2 Kinetics Acquires Robotic Packaging Machinery, LLC

K2 Kinetics, LLC

RPM 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.

June 7, 2021

Case/tray packing

ESS Technologies Expands Corporate Structure and Manufacturing Capacity

ESS Technologies, Inc.

Corporate changes poise ESS Technologies for success as the company prepares to enter its fourth decade in business.

June 3, 2021

Secondary Packaging

New Case Packer, Robotic Palletizer, Let Wisconsin Cheesemaker Efficiently Offer Multiple Output Options

With 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.

June 1, 2021

Robotics

Rapid-Response Packaging Development Aids Distribution of COVID-19 Vaccines and Test Kits

Trays, inserts, tubs, and lids were developed in mere days, compared to the traditional weeks or months. The companies had to navigate shortages in resin supply due to COVID-19 and Texas storms.

June 1, 2021

Robotics

RōBEX, Plus One Robotics Form Partnership

RōBEX

RōBEX, a system integrator designing and building automation solutions company formed a partnership with Plus One Robotics, a high-performing 3D and AI-powered vision software manufacturer for logistics robots.

May 19, 2021

Robotics

Robotic Case Packers Improve Output by 20%

German food producer Kühne realizes increased OEE for eight glass packaging formats through new case packers’ faster machine changeover and digital data gathering and networking capabilities.

May 19, 2021

Robotics

MassRobotics Publishes Autonomous Mobile Robot Interoperability Standard

MassRobotics

MassRobotics, an independent, non-profit center that educates, inspires, and bring robotics initiatives, investments, and companies to life, announces the release of the MassRobotics Interoperability Standard.

May 19, 2021

Cartoning

Viking Masek, IAS Inc. Form Strategic Partnership to Expand Packaging Automation Offerings

Viking Masek

Viking Masek Packaging Technologies, a manufacturer of packaging machine systems entered into a strategic partnership with IAS Inc., an integrator of robotics, machine vision, and control systems.

May 14, 2021

Filling/capping, liquid & viscous

KHS and Martens Brewery Continue to Strengthen Their Partnership

KHS USA, Inc.

Last year Belgian brewer Martens invested in KHS’ Innopack Nature MultiPack machine that forms PET bottles into stable packs with the help of dots of adhesive. It is now planning on purchasing a second NMP machine to process cans.

May 5, 2021

Filling/capping, liquid & viscous

ProSys Hires Acyr Borges as Division Managing Director

ProSys Fill

Acyr Borges was hired as Division Managing Director for ProSys Servo Filling Systems.

May 4, 2021

Conveying & accumulation

Massive Lane Accumulation of Over 40 Yards of Product

Multi-Conveyor

Multi-Conveyor built a series of mild steel constructed conveyors for varying height and width products that travel through dual belt merge, enclosed pneumatic diverts, massive lane accumulation, combiners, single file technology, and more.

April 30, 2021

Filling/capping, liquid & viscous

R.A Jones Offers Remote Assistance Capabilities

R.A JONES

To identify and resolve packaging equipment issues quickly and in a COVID-19-safe manner, R.A Jones is offering remote assistance capabilities for customers across markets.

April 23, 2021