Flexible packaging

Rethinking robotic case packing

To Switchback Group, its robot is much more than a case packer, it’s the centerpiece of ‘soft integration’ between packaging processes on a line.

October 17, 2008

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Flexible packaging

Is it a robot? A top loader? A side loader?

It’s all the above. Pro Pack Systems’ latest innovation is something you don’t see every day – a delta 3 robotic case packer. And it packs both horizontal and vertical pack patterns. PACK EXPO booth N-4457.

October 17, 2008

Cartoning

Servo cartoner delivers speed and accuracy

Z Automation’s latest Schneider Electric-equipped servo cartoner features motorized setup and remote diagnostics/operation.

October 17, 2008

Filling/capping, liquid & viscous

Taking aim at OEE

Is your company on-target with your OEE program? If not, you may want to reconsider.

October 4, 2008

Controls & Machine Components

Rockwell Automation: Rockwell Automation: Upgraded control platform

Rockwell Automation has introduced the latest version of its Integrated Architecture production control and information software, with more than 30 new capabilities for end users and machine builders.

October 4, 2008

Controls & Machine Components

Embedded drive software

Lenze-AC Tech’s configuration and programming software MotionView OnBoard is now embedded in the PositionServo drive, creating platform independence.

October 4, 2008

Controls & Machine Components

Schneider Electric: Alternating relay

The Schneider Electric Relay Competency Center has released the Square D® brand 8501KA series alternating relay, a cost-competitive alternative to existing alternating plug-in relays used in the pump industry to control multiple loads.

October 4, 2008

Controls & Machine Components

IDEC Corporation: Thin interlock switches

The HS6E solenoid-type interlock safety switch from Idec is just 15 mm wide but offers a 500N retention locking force and various mounting layouts. {easycomments}

October 4, 2008

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Aerotech, Inc: Aerotech, Inc: Linear motion stage

The ALS130H series linear motor stage from Aerotech provides good step-to-step resolution for high-precision alignment.

October 4, 2008

Controls & Machine Components

Keeping motion and logic separate

This builder of liquid filling machines maintains its belief in a motion controller that is separate from the PLC that governs a machine’s logic.

October 4, 2008

Sustainability

Sustainability's impact on machine design

Packaging machinery OEMs are finding that when it comes to sustainable packaging, they can help customers accomplish goals just as surely as suppliers of packaging materials can.

October 4, 2008

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OMAC Packaging Workgroup to showcase the benefits of packaging line integration

The OMAC Packaging Workgroup (OPW) will showcase the “Benefits of Packaging Line Integration” in their booth at Pack Expo International 2008.

October 4, 2008

Controls & Machine Components

Electronic latching valve

Clippard’s 2- and 3-way Electronic Latching Valve features small, compact design, quiet operation, a single moving element and more.

October 3, 2008