Handheld technology interrupts worker productivity

Jun 16th, 2020

Research shows that notifications and interruptions severely impact worker productivity. Watch this video to learn about the research behind worker interruptions and how new technology designed specifically to keep your employees focused can improve staff efficiency and accuracy.

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RōBEX Announces New Vice Presidents

RōBEX promoted Cal Bowers to Vice President–Growth and Troy Kudzia to Vice President-Solutions.

Edl Twin Stream Bundler

Twin-Stream Shrink-Film Bundler

EDL 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.

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Compostable Coffee Pod Lidding Film

C-P Flexible Packaging launches BPI-certified compostable coffee pod lidding film designed for the latest single-serve coffee makers.

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Ken Brown Appointed Global Category Specialist, Labels and Packaging for Fujifilm North America Corp.

Ken Brown was appointed to the newly created role of Global Category Specialist, Labels and Packaging for Fujifilm North America Corp., Graphic Systems Div.

TIPA Expands Presence in North America

Compostable packaging producer TIPA announced its expansion into North America with new hires and a focus on developing U.S.-based capabilities as demand continues to grow for sustainable packaging.

Robotic Pick-and-Place Platform

The 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.

Danielle Diehlmann Named Vice President, Communications for the Flexible Packaging Association

Danielle A. Diehlmann, “Dani,” was named Vice President, Communications for the FPA effective July 1, 2021.

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Checkweighing Systems

Mettler-Toledo Product Inspection added FlashCell Load Cell Technology to its C-Series checkweighing systems.

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FPA Publishes 2021– 2022 Flexible Packaging Buyer’s Guide

The Flexible Packaging Association’s (FPA) guide is a key reference resource for the flexible packaging industry.

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Color Label Printer

Primera 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.

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Heat and Control Founder, Andy Caridis, Celebrates 100th Birthday

The Heat and Control family celebrated a special milestone on June 1, 2021, with the 100th birthday of its founder, Andrew (Andy) Caridis.

Check out The Cobot Spot from Universal Robots

Check out The Cobot Spot from Universal Robots

Looking 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.

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Diagraph Names Eric Joiner Vice President and General Manager

Eric Joiner was named Vice President and General Manager of Diagraph Marking & Coding, a division of Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) based in St. Charles, Miss.

K2 Kinetics Acquires Robotic Packaging Machinery, 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.

Flip-top Carton

ACMA launches Ecoshell a recycleable paper-based carton designed for the confectionery industry but is applicable to any compatible product.

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ESS Technologies Expands Corporate Structure and Manufacturing Capacity

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

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Packaging Webinars Continue to Help Engage the Packaging Industry Across Borders

UK packaging innovation consultancy ThePackHub has been hosting free webinars since the doors of their packaging events temporarily closed at the start of the pandemic nearly 15 months ago.

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Case Packer

Sidel 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.

Packaging Station

New Age Industrial’s #52241 packaging stations are designed to maximize space and offer easy access to packaging supplies needed for shipments on packing lines.

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Recyclable PE Mono-material Pump

Aptar Beauty + Home launches Future a recyclable PE mono-material pump designed for the beauty and personal care industry.

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Amcor launches ACT2100, enhanced heat seal coating healthcare packaging solution

Amcor: Enhanced Heat Seal Coating for Healthcare

ACT2100TM to provide enhanced performance for healthcare applications ; available worldwide to offer enhanced business continuity and shorter supply chains.

Tony Maniscalco Appointed Business Unit Leader for SideDrive Conveyor

With executive level management experience in global sales, marketing, production, engineering and distribution, Maniscalco will be responsible for overseeing daily activities as well as future growth opportunities.

Ink for CIJ Printers

Diagraph offers the 1088 Yellow Bottling Pigmented Ink for the Linx 89xx Series printers designed for use in harsh manufacturing environments.

Amid Uptick in Material Handling Projects, Applied Manufacturing Technologies Releases R-Palletize, a Configurable Robotic Palletizing Station

R-Palletize, AMT’s configurable robotic palletizing station, provides a flexible robotic palletizing solution with an easy-to-use interface for changing material handling needs.

C.O.I.M. S.p.A. Acquires Neoflex SL

C.O.I.M. S.p.A., an Italian multinational company, acquired a controlling interest in Spain-based Neoflex SL.

Volpak Develops a New Version of its SC+ Hf/f/s Machine

The 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.

ProMach Promotes Troy Snader to Senior Vice President of Business Development, Secondary Packaging Group

Snader brings more than 20 years of packaging experience to this newly created position. He was most recently the Senior Vice President of ProMach’s Flexibles & Trays Business Line.

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Liquibox Expands U.S., Global Workforces

Despite the global pandemic, demand for bag-in-box packaging continues to increase, enabling Liquibox to hire both professional and entry-level positions across the globe.

Fanuc Scara Robot Lineup

SCARA Robots

FANUC’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.

Apis Wise Promotes Michael Cirocco to President

Apis Wise, a software solution provider for supply chain optimization, promoted Michael Cirocco to President, effective immediately.

Steve Sundstrom Appointed President of SATO America

Steve Sundstrom was appointed president of SATO America, LLC. He will assumes responsibility and oversight of SATO’s business in North America.

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Compact Print and Apply Labeler

The 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.