Controls & Machine Components

AutomationDirect: Expanded line of pneumatics air preparation components

AutomationDirect’s NITRA line of pneumatics products has been extended to include more models of air preparation components (FRL), soft-start/dump valves, and distribution blocks.

October 30, 2013

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PMMI News

PMMI announces new board members at annual meeting

The PMMI membership elected five members to four-year terms on the PMMI Board of Directors, and the Board of Directors chose its Executive Committee for 2014 at PMMI’s Annual Meeting this week.

October 29, 2013

Contract Packaging

P&G awards co-packer KDC highest global supplier partnership honors

KDC (Knowlton Development Corp.) earned top honors along with seven others, including packaging and logistics firms, as part of its 2013 External Business Partner Summit.

October 29, 2013

Controls & Machine Components

PackML gaining traction

One thing I found especially encouraging at Pack Expo Las Vegas this time around is the number of times I heard or saw evidence to suggest that OMAC PackML is gaining some traction.

October 28, 2013

Operational Excellence

Seven tips for comparing machines at a trade show

Packagers look forward to the industry’s major trade shows as a chance to see what’s new, and to shop for their next machinery purchase.

October 28, 2013

Workforce

WPO’s board meeting is scheduled for Barcelona, Spain

From November 4 to 8, delegates from 22 countries will discuss packaging in a global context at this meeting.

October 28, 2013

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Digital ink jet printing enhances food safety

Grower/packer implements advanced on-film labeling technology to track and trace fresh produce from field to store to kitchen.

October 24, 2013

Controls & Machine Components

Yaskawa: Medium voltage AC drive

The MV1000 medium voltage AC drive family from the Drives & Motion Division of Yaskawa America combines compact modular design, high efficiency, low harmonics, and MTBF into a medium voltage drive solution that is compatible with Yaskawa’s 1000 series low voltage AC drive products.

October 23, 2013

Workforce

PMMI brings industry together to raise $50,000 for education

PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, reports the 2013 PMMI Education & Training Foundation Golf Tournament raised $50,000 in support of training and education for packaging and processing professionals.

October 23, 2013

Workforce

WITC, Bosch aim to bridge the skills gap

Newly initiated joint venture includes electro-mechanic apprenticeship—the combination of an electrician and mechanic—that’s the first of its kind in Wisconsin and is now considered a new trade.

October 22, 2013

Operational Excellence

Ten financial justifications for new equipment

Financial justifications for new equipment come in two varieties: hard and soft.

October 22, 2013

Contract packaging

Pharmatek bottling line set to become operational

Automated line expands contract manufacturer’s packaging services, provides flexibility for small and large-volume clinical projects.

October 22, 2013

Controls & Machine Components

ABB: Abbreviated switchgear

Developed to house Emax circuit breakers, the UR 1558 abbreviated switchgear offers the electrical community the flexibility and reliability required for the most demanding manufacturing environments.

October 22, 2013