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iPhone instant product authentication

AlpVision introduces an iPhone 4 instant product authentication application capable of detecting its Varnish Cryptoglyph® solution, an invisible marking embedded in the standard varnish coating applied to packaging and labeling.

July 11, 2012

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OFF THE SHELF VIDEO: Pharmaceutical slider pack

Sanofi Aventis in France uses this Slider pack for its DolipraneLib pain reliever.Produced by Burgopak, the patient-compliant pack provides consumer convenience and has earned multiple awards.

July 11, 2012

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Beckhoff Automation: Multi-touch control panel series

Designed for use under harsh industrial conditions as “built-in” or mounting arm devices, Beckhoff Automation’s new CP2xxx and CP3xxx Control Panel and Panel PC series feature a modern operating concept with multi-touch technology as well as a contemporary, elegant device design.

July 11, 2012

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Magnum Systems announces Gary Saunders new President/CEO

Gary Saunders, an industry leader with more than 20 years of experience in the packaging and material handling industry, has been selected as the new President/CEO for Magnum Systems.

July 11, 2012

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Mondi Group acquires Nordenia International

Mondi Group, international paper and packaging company, announces it has agreed to acquire 93.4% of the outstanding share capital of Nordenia International AG from funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management, for a total cash consideration of EUR240 million, and will assume EUR398 million of debt and debt‐like liabilities implying an enterprise value for 100% of Nordenia of EUR655 million.

July 11, 2012

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Will the Affordable Care Act have an impact on your business?

Healthcare thought leaders and organizations address the act's impact on costs, regulations, and innovation in the life sciences community.

July 10, 2012

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How to build better packaging lines by leveraging standards organizations

The Automation Conference, held in Chicago May 22-23, was characterized chiefly by two things: networking opportunities extraordinaire and great speakers.

July 7, 2012

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LIVE FROM ACHEMA 2012: Blow/fill/seal packaging system

Weiler Engineering Inc.’s ASEP-TECH® Model 640 blow/fill/seal packaging system is demonstrated at Achema 2012 by Chuck Reed, the company’s director of sales and marketing. The high-output machine employs Siemens controls and a touchscreen. This video shows 250-mL containers made in a 14-cavity mold.

July 6, 2012

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Balluff: Economical magnetic field cylinder sensors

Balluff’s Global BMF expands their global line of products to include a broad line of economically-priced magnetic field cylinder sensors.

July 3, 2012

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Morrison announces Internship Class of 2012

Morrison Container Handling Solutions, an active supporter of education and work force development, is pleased to introduce their internship class of 2012.

July 3, 2012

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E-learning gaining steam in packaging training

Whether you’re new to packaging or a hardened veteran, continuing education programs help you expand your knowledge about the industry.

July 2, 2012

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News from the town square

The food label, I like to say, is the town square where we play out the issues of interest to Americans having anything to do with diet and health.

July 2, 2012

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Industry Watch

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

July 2, 2012