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Masterfoods' thoughts on machine modularity

Controls integration and automation supplier Elau recently engaged a pair of Masterfoods GmbH engineers in a conversation about modularity and its role in the packaging scene. Here's a portion of what Stefan Aumann and Stefan Kohl had to say. Aumann is senior segment engineer in the European sector, while Kohl handles planning and operation of packaging systems in the Multifoods plant at Verden an der aller, Germany. Masterfoods, of course, is owner of such popular brands as Mars, Dove, and Uncle Ben's.

August 19, 2007

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A unique view of packaging automation trends

Sponsored by Packaging World and Automation World, the second edition of the Packaging Automation Forum comes to the Chicago Marriott O'Hare on May 23. In its debut last year at the same hotel, the event quickly sold out. A little more room has been set aside this year, but another capacity crowd is expected all the same.

August 19, 2007

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New blog strikes a nerve regarding packaging technology

How risk aversion robs packaging machinery buyers--and builders--of innovation

August 19, 2007

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Make2Pack turns a corner

With the January 2007 creation of ISAWorking Draft 88.00.05, Make2Pack has turned a corner, says Dave Chappell, the group's chair. He uses a farming analogy to make his point.

August 19, 2007

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WD-40's co-packer selection steps

At the WD-40 Co., an internal team directed by three planners determines how contract packagers are selected to package and distribute new products. The team then follows a sequence of steps during the selection process. The steps are:

August 14, 2007

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WD-40 stays best in class by focusing on what it does best

San Diego company is a product developer and marketer. It keeps operations lean by purchasing finished goods from co-packers, who drive package filling and production.

August 14, 2007

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Rotary unit fills/seals pouches of Pocket Shot liquor

Video of the filling and sealing of 50-mL premade pouches of Pocket Shot done at 20-25 packs/min on an 8-station rotary machine.

August 14, 2007

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In-store research: the juice bottle handles Costco shoppers prefer most

An independent study shows that consumers prefer PakTech's injection molded TwinPak handles for heavy bottles of juice and other beverages.

August 12, 2007

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Textured grip surface

The new screen-printing technology developed by Silgan can print a textured grip area anywhere on a bottle, applying it either over existing inks or directly on the bottle itself.

August 9, 2007

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Continuous ink-jet printer

The new I-Mark™ C84 Continuous Ink-Jet Printer from Matthews features a large 10.4”, easy-to-read, icon-based color touchscreen and single-button controls for startup/shutdown.

August 9, 2007

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Newly launched online services portal

Customers can use this online service tool 24/7 to order parts or consult technical manuals.

August 9, 2007

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Tips to build packaging's 'voice' with management

In this Q&A session, packaging consultant John Caporaso advises companies to give packaging a seat at the senior management table, understand that packaging innovation can boost stock price, and that packaging should be leveraged to help meet consumer expectations.

August 2, 2007