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The latest videos from Packaging World
How support and field service works for inspection equipment
Watch this short, engaging video that describes how Thermo handles customer support and field service for checkweigh, metal detection and x-ray equipment.
November 16, 2011
New high-resolution case coder technology
The 5800 large character inkjet printer uses Touch Dry® Hot Melt technology delivering a superior print quality coding solution for your corrugate cases. Hot Melt inks are solvent free and environmentally friendly. Images never bleed or fade, dry on contact and deliver 100% readable, GS1 compliant codes.
November 13, 2011
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Fully automated case forming and sealing
The Little David LD-24 from Loveshaw is the latest in a series of industrial grade high performance case sealers.
November 6, 2011
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OFF THE SHELF: Convenience shapes fried onions and tomato packs
French's French Fried Onions from Reckitt Benckiser are in a convenient reclosable plastic container while Sunset Kidz brand candy tomatoes are in a handy clear thermoform.
November 4, 2011
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V-Series AC Motor Line offers 2x more torque
The new V Series from Oriental Motor uses a gear cut and an extra machining step with the motor's output shaft, which produces minimal noise.
November 4, 2011
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Glue applicator lays down adhesive much like a labeler
As an alternative to any sort of hot melt adhesive application, the Glue Dots SD-900 applicator automatically applies adhesive to individual packages much like a spot labeler. Watch video to see operation.
November 3, 2011
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Label-Aire: See the 8300 sleeve applicator in action
Shrink sleeve labeling is now more affordable than ever.
November 3, 2011
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Case erector has unique method of heating adhesive
The Model 450 case erector does cases at 55/min. Liquamelt system, developed in cooperation with H.B. Fuller and Graco, uses a soy-based adhesive and requires considerably less heat and energy than comparable systems because the adhesive is only heated just before it's sprayed from the nozzle.
November 3, 2011
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Package Design Video Shorts: For brand impact, 'less is more'
Ronald deVlam, CEO and global managing partner for brand strategy and design firm Webb deVlam, examines how the concept of “less is more,” coined by architect Mies van der Rohe, can be effectively expressed in brand packaging.
November 2, 2011
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Track-and-trace supplier expands offerings
Nutec Systems discusses the future needs of track-and-trace and offerings such as vision, printing, and product-handling systems.
October 30, 2011
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Sturdy PETG grow trays facilitate 'mushroom' packaging
Dordan Manufacturing explains how its collaboration with Ecovative Design resulted in a durable thermoformed grow tray design made from PETG that allow Ecovative to create its new ‘mushroom’-based packaging materials, used as a replacement for EPS. The clear, custom-embossed tray offers aggressive denesting features and is highly stackable.
October 30, 2011
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Bagger offers quick changeover for multiple styles
At Pack Expo Las Vegas, Triangle Package Machinery Co. exhibited its A612 model computer scale and XYT vf/f/s bagger, with an integrated transverse zipper applicator. Triangle’s focus on centerlining allows for easy changeover of a range of bag styles, including pillow, flat-bottom, quad-seal, and gusseted.
October 30, 2011
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Image-based barcode inspection system
Integra 9510 barcode inspection system from LVS is an image-based system that can scan any barcode and automatically grade the code pass or fail.
October 28, 2011
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X-ray, metal detection and checkweighing all in one
Loma Systems has partnered with B&R for a scalable, responsive control system. The new LCW 3000 integrates metal detector, X-ray inspection and checkweigher with a modular, streamlined control platform.
October 27, 2011
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Purdue mechatronics students visit PACK EXPO
Here’s a report that will encourage anyone who’s worried about our industry’s future talent pool. Fresh from the annual Student Design Contest exclusively sponsored by B&R at PACK EXPO, these students from Purdue University Calumet express their enthusiasm for engineering careers in packaging machinery.
October 27, 2011
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Remote-mounted drives for modular servo machines
New distributed drive technology reduces cabinet space and wiring and supports modular design of packaging machinery. The remote mounted, IP 65 rated servo drives from B&R combine the benefits of integrated servo motor/drive with additional flexibility, onboard I/O, use of standard motors and extended power range.
October 27, 2011
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Retail ready systems align with packaging line architecture
Cermex is a leader in end of line packaging, from case packing to shrink wrapping to palletizing with over 10,000 machines installed worldwide. Cermex retail ready solutions let retailers display their products directly on the shelf without unpacking. Originally a European trend, retail ready offers a sustainable packaging solution that’s been driven in North America by Walmart. B&R automation aligns Cermex with its parent, Sidel, which has also standardized on B&R for machine performance and value.
October 27, 2011
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Turnkey solid dosage bottling systems offer OEE, serialization
Modular Packaging Systems delivers tablet and capsule filling and counting solutions with fully integrated machine-machine and line control communications, data acquisition, central monitoring, serialization. Across the packaging line, Modular has standardized on an integrated control system from B&R that supports both real-time control and Windows™ management applications.
October 27, 2011
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