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Hall of Fame nominations still being accepted

The deadline for nominations for the 2010 Packaging Hall of Fame Class has been extended to August 31.

August 24, 2010

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Rockwell Automation: Controller-based batch and sequence manager

The PlantPAx Logix Batch and Sequence Manager from Rockwell Automation solves a wide range of local, controller-based batch and sequencing needs.

August 23, 2010

Plant Operations & Equipment

SICK, Inc: Array sensor

SICK’s WL27-3 Reflex Array photoelectric sensor provides reliable leading and continuous edge detection of irregularly shaped objects, pallets and multi-height objects at a low cost.

August 23, 2010

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Case study: Lubricant maker must best choose palletizing system for future growth

Lubricants maker JTM Products faced expansion decisions, including whether to build or buy a new plant. Next up: Which automated palletizing best supports growth? Answer was an Alvey system that yielded a 55% productivity gain.

August 18, 2010

Automation & Digital Transformation

Pepperl + Fuchs: AS-interface power conditioner

The VAN-KE2-2PE Two Network AS-Interface Power Conditioner from Pepperl+Fuchs is a panel mount AS-Interface power conditioner that enables 2 AS-Interface networks to be operated from a single DC power supply.

August 17, 2010

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Sustainability Primer: How to lightweight materials with vertical baggers

White paper from Rennco shows specific calculations demonstrating dramatic material reductions by switching to vertical bagging equipment from using premade bags.

August 16, 2010

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Primer: Cost advantages of automated vertical bagging equipment vs manual labor

This white paper from Rennco spells out drivers for automating bagging operations, spelling out drivers for moving to vertical or horizontal bagging equipment. Paper details costs advantages inherent in vertical baggers, especially with regard to thinner films vs. premade bags.

August 16, 2010

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Hispanics on verge of replacing boomers as marketing bull's-eye

Millions of baby boomers are nearing retirement and reduced spending power. Hispanics are younger and in prime spending years—but understand them first.

August 16, 2010

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Rennco White Paper: Delivering The Optimum Packaging Line Solution

Achieving high productivity and low cost is a process that begins with thoroughly considered equipment specifications and continues through training, on-going service, and upgrades as new mechanical and electronic solutions become available.

August 15, 2010

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Air transport container qualification: A case history

During his Healthcare Packaging Conference & Workshop presentation, Geoffrey Glauser discussed a recent company project that involved design qualification, operational qualification, and performance qualification for an active air cargo unit. In this instance, the container was an AcuTemp RKN thermal pallet shipper manufactured by CSafe for a unit-dose device that can be fork-lifted into the belly of an aircraft.

August 9, 2010

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Smartphone technology can help build consumer relations

Consumers can use their smartphone to verify product authenticity, communicated with a manufacturer, and enroll in product promotion programs.

August 9, 2010

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Are you ready to connect the pieces?

Aagard will provide the missing pieces to your puzzle...INNOVATIVE INTEGRATED SOLUTIONS. Preview our winning game solution at Pack Expo #N-3572.

August 9, 2010

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Robotic automation raises the bar for organic food packaging

To meet growing consumer demand for its line of nutritious food bars, Organic Food Bar, Corona, CA, teamed with Bosch Packaging Technology to install three new packaging machines selected to meet the company’s high output demands while maintaining its stringent commitment to sustainability and a reduced carbon footprint.

August 8, 2010