Robotics

Enhanced Safety, Mobility Features for Cobotic Palletizer

Columbia/Okura’s miniPAL collaborative robot palletizer now includes scanners and safety mats to actively monitor the cobot cell, as well as quick-disconnect features for easy mobility of the unit.

November 13, 2020

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Robotics

Robotics Integration in End-of-Line Packaging

Showing how various modules can be integrated into a packaging line with robotic capabilities, Brenton highlighted innovations in case packing and linear servo tracks.

November 13, 2020

Cartoning

Additive Manufacturing for Packaging Machines

ADCO uses selective laser sintering 3D printing to make machine parts.

November 13, 2020

Secondary Packaging

New Automated 3D Dimensioning System for On Demand Packaging

The new Scan2Pack from Packsize uses a customizable laser light curtain to scan products, gathering dimensional data to create right-sized shipping cases on its converting machines.

November 13, 2020

Secondary Packaging

RSC Case Erecting and DRC Case Forming in One Machine

Fallas combines the features of its case erector for pre-formed, pre-glued cases with its plunge-style case former for flat blanks to enable RSCs, Display Ready Cases, beer trays, and other case/tray styles to be created on one machine.

November 12, 2020

Robotics

Opportunities for Robotics in Omni-Channel Fulfillment

Fanuc shares stats on e-commerce growth as well as provides insight on the opportunities for using robotics in a number points along the logistics supply chain.

November 12, 2020

Robotics

Human-Like Robotic Visual Inspection for Vials, Syringes and More

With deep learning, the Vision Robot Unit is designed to meet emerging “smart factory” needs for a fully automated, flexible inspection system that enhances control process reliability.

November 12, 2020

Secondary Packaging

End-of-Line Automation: Risk Reduction Through Digital Twin Technology

See how digital twin technology can speed design and concept level processes for risk reduction and faster machine development solutions.

November 12, 2020

Secondary Packaging

Modular and Specialty Conveyors at PACK EXPO Connects

Modular conveyors for reduced downtime and hybrid system made for specialized design to accommodate customer needs.

November 12, 2020

Case erect/seal

ACE Carton Former Debuts

The Kliklok ACE (Advanced Carton Erector) topload carton former made its North American debut at PACK EXPO Connects 2020.

November 12, 2020

Secondary Packaging

Robotic Case Packer

A highlight of the Quest showroom at PACK EXPO Connects was Quest Quik Pick, a high-speed robotic case packer that’s quick, accurate, and compact.

November 12, 2020

Sustainable Packaging

Paperboard Can Handle Applicator

This modular paperboard can handle applicator accommodates latest in aluminum can and beverage trends.

November 11, 2020

Secondary Packaging

Re-brand for Hamrick

Proud of being a family-owned firm in a world of acquisition, Hamrick Packaging Systems (formerly Hamrick Manufacturing & Service, Inc.) took advantage of PACK EXPO Connects to highlight its new identity.

November 11, 2020