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I had the opportunity last summer to be part of an intriguing strategic business initiative in the packaging sector: The Italian Trade Commission’s student trip to tour Italy and its packaging machinery builders.

June 4, 2009

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Clear Choice Awards call for entries

The Glass Packaging Institute opens competition for its 2009 Clear Choice Awards.

June 3, 2009

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Hot melt dispensing guns

The Melton MF Series integrated filter hot melt guns from Valco Melton provide adhesive filtration for clean application with less chance of nozzle clogging and char buildup.

June 3, 2009

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Multihead scale

TNA Solutions' 528 multi-head scale uses an internal shape to equalize the trajectory of weighed items from each scale head to the bagger.

June 3, 2009

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Trends in HMI Part 2

In the last Machine Automation Newsletter, we presented the portion of a Pilz white paper that addressed how new diagnostic concepts are driving the design of devices used by operators to interface with machines.

June 1, 2009

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RSI Print Systems' HP-based industrial MVP case coding system comes in three models

RSI’s MVP Case Jet line features a controller, software, touchscreen interface, ink management systems, connectivity options and a printhead.

May 28, 2009

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Aseptic packaging is the best possible solution for long shelf life

This white paper from Oystar USA provides a clear, concise summary of the many advantages — including sustainability — of aseptic packaging.

May 27, 2009

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Virtual event for DuPont Awards winners

Registration now open for online event to be held May 28th.

May 22, 2009

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Brand owners survey reveals trends in packaging design

Results provide insights to assist both brand owners and suppliers in preparing to meet emerging market demands.

May 21, 2009

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Vitamin bottle gets super-sized

Logistics, shelf impact, and consumer convenience all get a boost at Boots when this 500-mL HDPE container reaches store shelves.

May 18, 2009

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The Vertical Case Printing System from Squid Ink pre-prints knock-down boxes

Squid Ink’s printer is mounted on the case-packer so that corrugated cases can be printed in advance.

May 18, 2009

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10 Keys to Increasing Print Apply System Uptime

Intelligent use of normal downtime will maximize uptime.

May 14, 2009

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Trends in the design of HMI

Keep an eye out for new technologies that will simplify communicating with machines.

May 12, 2009