Automation & Digital Transformation

Small operator panels

The Exter K10m (shown) and Exter K20m operator panels from Beijer Electronics feature small keypad panels for applications with limited space and no need for a graphical display.

October 3, 2007

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Easier changeovers make packaging line operations a breeze

A company can build the fastest dials and wheels in the industry, but the real test of changeover speed is if those speeds can be attained by operators working the packing line. No matter how fast machines are, if an operator isn’t sure which buttons to press during changeover, none of it matters.

October 3, 2007

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Global photo database of packaging

Package designers and brand managers can now be inspired to new heights in design with the launch of a new Web site, Global Package Gallery.

October 1, 2007

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Bar code label tips

Questions to ponder when designing and applying bar code labels.

October 1, 2007

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Leveraging 'green' as an on-package marketing tool

Consultant Sterling Anthony shares insights on marketing your eco-friendly package.

October 1, 2007

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FPA 2008 awards deadline approaches

Deadline for FPA 2008 entries is December 3, with winners to be announced in March.

September 26, 2007

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Packaging Web searches made more robust

Forget Google—Accelovation's software promises to maximize Web searches of packaging innovations with greater accuracy and depth.

September 25, 2007

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Anne Marie Mohan joins PW editorial staff

PW's new Senior Editor specializes in package manufacturing, active packaging, RFID, and sustainability.

September 21, 2007

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Putting a cork in it—or not

Vintners face a complicated issue when choosing between corks or screw cap.

September 19, 2007

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Sometimes the best things in life, and law, are the intangibles

Occasionally, a company’s most valuable assets are invisible. And I don’t mean just when someone’s been embezzling.

September 11, 2007

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Bag maker

The Elete Quad bagmaker machine, from Matrix, is the first in their G series line that is available in multiple bag width and length formats.

September 10, 2007

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Mega-packet of ketchup a record buster

Giant ketchup packet for fundraiser holds 127 gallons of the red stuff.

September 6, 2007

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Cost-effective take on unit-level traceability

YottaMark's consumer-interactive HarvestMark technology debuts, costing one cent per unit.

September 6, 2007