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Pull-tab pouch is reclosable

The Pull-tab beverage pouch from Ampac, which can be filled on a variety of pouch filling machines, comes in two sizes and is easily opened and reclosed by the consumer.

December 5, 2012

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How to standardize package design without killing creativity

The most effective style guides clearly demonstrate how a brand’s visual design assets can be incorporated, regardless of product category needs, without stifling innovation.

December 4, 2012

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Five reasons project teams should keep asking 'why?'

Why ask 'why?' For Robby Martin of Bush's Best brand, good enough isn't always good enough. The right team alignment can always make it better.

December 4, 2012

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VF/F/S and weigh-scale system targets foodservice markets

VF/F/S and weigh-scale system targets foodservice markets Fresh-cut produce specialist and wholesale distributor J&J Distributing installs new packaging line to expand customer base.

December 4, 2012

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Industry Watch

A quick run-down on the latest supplier news, mergers, expansions, and people.

December 4, 2012

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Beyond smart packaging

What if you picked up a package and it knew you?

December 4, 2012

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Pro Mach acquires KLEENLine Corporation, expands sanitary production and material handling capabilities

Strengthening its position in food-grade product handling and systems integration, Pro Mach, Inc. has acquired KLEENLine Corporation, provider of sanitary production solutions including conveyors, material handling equipment, vision systems, robotics, automation controls, and systems engineering services.

December 4, 2012

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Harpak-ULMA appoints southwest regional sales manager

Harpak-ULMA, distributor of G. Mondini tray sealers, ULMA primary packaging equipment, and RAMA secondary packaging machinery, has appointed Brad Heit Regional Sales Manager for the Southwest Territory.

December 4, 2012

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Modular Packaging Systems integrates slat fillers, packing lines

Beyond its signature Model 7220 slat fillers, Modular Packaging Systems provides integrated packaging lines for pharmaceutical users, incorporating line monitoring, OEE, and CFR 21 Part 11, camera and printer interfaces – all through its standard B&R automation platform.

December 3, 2012

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Weiler Labeling sees great potential in multi-touch panels

Weiler Labeling displayed B&R’s latest multi-touch panel technology, finding that it can perform more than traditional HMI tasks. They are highlighting their serialization capabilities, running instructional videos and presenting an interactive survey. Weiler sees the value of B&R touch panels to integrate vision, coding, runtime PC and various customized functionalities to support evolving requirements for labeling and serialization.

December 3, 2012

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A 500-mL PET bottle weighing just 8.9 g

At the Aoki booth a single-stage ISBM machine was running a 500-mL PET bottle weighing just 8.9 g, and the cycle time was just 8.75 seconds.

December 3, 2012

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Multipacked snacks stack like bricks

Snack food maker Utz Quality Foods, Inc. takes a minimalist approach to multipacking single-serve potato chip packs with a brick-shaped format that displays beautifully in the store.

December 3, 2012

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Pharma and medical device machinery of the future

PMMI's 2012 research reveals trends that will shape tomorrows machinery, and what machine makers must do today to accommodate manufacturers.

December 3, 2012