Automation & Digital Transformation

Success Stories of Implementing AI Technology in Packaging

Companies are finding unique applications for AI technology in packaging, improving operations from processing to facility security.

June 20, 2024

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Software

Kraft, Walmart, & WestRock Dish on Demand Planning, Supply Chain Platform Implementation

Brand owners, retailers, and packaging suppliers exist on complex, often disparate supply chain tech stacks. These increasingly are being integrated into single-source-of-truth platforms, and while implementation is hard, early adopters offer this advice.

June 19, 2024

Processing Instrumentation

Duravant Launches Global Lifecycle Services Network

Duravant

Duravant Lifecycle Services delivers comprehensive aftermarket solutions through Duravant’s global network of operating companies and center of excellence.

June 4, 2024

Automation & Digital Transformation

Relying on OEMs Through the Packaging Skills Gap

Packaging and processing companies are relying on OEMs for training, maintenance, and support amid worker shortages.

May 31, 2024

Automation

Automated Control System Improves Brewery Efficiencies

A building expansion to address capacity challenges brought new challenges for Logboat Brewing, which was now struggling to control its processes. Remote monitoring and control was a key fix.

May 31, 2024

Automation & Digital Transformation

Key Factors to Ensure a Successful Vertical Startup

A vertical startup can make or break a new machine installation. Industry executives shared the top considerations to ensure success in starting up a new line.

May 28, 2024

Robotics

PMMI Member Companies Rally Behind Student Teams for the FIRST Robotics Challenges

Sponsorships from PMMI member companies elevate student teams in FIRST Robotics Competitions.

May 24, 2024

Automation & Digital Transformation

Perceptions of AI in Packaging and Processing

Packaging and processing executives are finding AI can be beneficial in areas like connecting disparate machine systems and uncovering unknown problems within operations.

May 15, 2024

Software

The Rise of Artificial Intelligence in Food Manufacturing

Though long used in food processing for predictive maintenance, AI is finding important new uses in training, production planning, yield improvement, and more.

May 14, 2024

Software

Beverage Technologists Embrace the Merits of Artificial Intelligence

Experts from throughout the ecosystem urged BevTech attendees to figure out how to make use of AI. 'You’re not going lose your job to AI. You’re going to lose your job to somebody who understands AI better than you,' one said.

May 12, 2024

Automation & Digital Transformation

Top AI Applications in Packaging and Processing

Packaging and processing professionals are looking to leverage more AI in their operations, with the technology showing promise in areas from quality control to inventory management.

May 8, 2024

Software

Challenges of Data Governance and Security in Packaging

Packaging industry executives are finding major benefits to increased data accessibility, but with accessible data comes security concerns.

April 30, 2024

Automation & Digital Transformation

Data and Analytics Management Varies Across Companies

Methods of data management across the packaging and processing industry vary greatly, but one major trend with some controversy is the move toward cloud storage.

April 25, 2024