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CP meeting set for March

The Contract Packaging Association’s 2009 annual meeting will be near Atlanta.

January 30, 2009

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IRB 360 FlexPicker is the second generation of Delta Robot from ABB

The IRB 360 provides more than 10% improved speed capacity, which means pick and place throughput capacity has increased to more than 200 pick and places per minute.

January 26, 2009

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Up to 150 cartons/min closed by ultra-compact unit

The electronic-based Delkor Corp. Kapstone™ Carton Closer positions, closes, and seals three-flap cartons at speeds to 150 cpm. Watch it closing complex cartons for Cargill's Truvia sweetener using servo technology that replaces chain-driven lugs.

January 24, 2009

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Brand-Protection Packaging Forum set for May

Packaging World will hold the Brand-Protection Packaging Forum in Chicago on May 5.

January 23, 2009

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Enercon inducts five packages into Induction Sealing Hall of Fame

Five companies’ products have been inducted into Enercon's Induction Sealing Hall of Fame.

January 23, 2009

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Unique container? Choosing the right machinery to handle unconventionally shaped containers

Ensure your packaging machine can handle your distinctive container shape without jams and delays in this white paper from Standard-Knapp.

January 22, 2009

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Selecting a case packer: 6 factors to consider

Many styles of case packers are available – including drop packers, rotary packers, wraparound packers and more. In this white paper from Standard-Knapp, take these 6 factors into consideration when making your decision.

January 22, 2009

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End users are drawn to servos

Optima Packaging Group designs and produces automatic machines for the packaging of pharmaceuticals, paper hygiene, healthcare, medical devices, food, confectionery, detergents, cosmetics, powders, and liquids.

January 20, 2009

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Matthews certified as Sony Green Partner

Matthews Marking Products (MMP) Ink Facility has been approved as a Sony Green Partner.

January 19, 2009

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Costco inspires package update for legendary treat

The It’s-It Ice Cream Treat, billed as “A San Francisco Experience Since 1928,” was created nearly 100 years ago exclusively for the city’s now-extinct Playland-at-the-Beach seaside amusement park.

January 16, 2009

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Now obtain restored and certified pre-owned Multivac packaging systems

Multivac has created a special website for those interested in the advantages of owning completely remanufactured and certified systems.

January 15, 2009

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IoPP expands salary survey

The new Salary Survey is now available for participant input, and IoPP offers a career Webinar.

January 15, 2009

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Coding options abound with new fiber and pulse laser products

Replacing YAG systems, the new SunX LP-400 series CO2 laser marking line from Panasonic uses diode technology to provide from 70,000 to 100,000 hours of marking time. Also new, the company’s 25-watt pulse laser offers the largest marking field in the industry at 330 mm.

January 14, 2009