All Automation & Software articles
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ArticleMcKinsey delves into the ‘untapped potential’ of unboxing experiences
A new article from McKinsey considers how consumer goods companies can design their packaging to appeal to consumer desires, provide a positive unboxing experience, and facilitate minimal but easy returns – and how high-ranking executives can unite packaging teams across their organizations.
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ArticleNew machine bundles medium-sized bag multipacks with label applicator
A new, compact machine from Benner MSA and HERMA bundles bags into 20 to 30 medium-sized multipacks per minute and seals them with labels – a solution designed to help customers save on costs, labour, and packaging materials.
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Article3,000 bouillon cubes packaged per minute with Theegarten-Pactec machine
Theegarten-Pactec’s BHS high-speed machine for bouillon cubes is said to set a ‘new speed record’ with an output of 3,000 packaged products per minute, offering additional features for minimized downtime, increased hygiene, and more.
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ArticleMinebea Intec unveils new X-ray inspection system
Minebea Intec is expanding its portfolio with its new X-ray inspection system, Dylight S, for upright containers.
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ArticleRanpak wraps pallets in paper with ‘lower emissions’ PaperWrap machinery
Ranpak has integrated PaperWrap’s pallet wrapping machines, which replace plastic stretch film with a kraft paper alternative from Mondi, into its portfolio – aspiring to enhance efficiency and lower greenhouse gas emissions in transit.
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ArticleNew PCR polymer from Berry to slash CO2 in homecare and industrial packs
Berry has revealed a ‘high-quality’ post-consumer recycled plastic polymer for non-contact-sensitive homecare and industrial packaging, said to eliminate around 36,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions every year.
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ArticlePacksize aims for PPWR compliance and flexibility with automated packaging system
Packsize has launched its X6 automated ‘right-sized’ packaging system, aiming to comply with PPWR and said to be capable of creating up to 1,500 flat-bottom boxes per hour from corrugated Z-fold.
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ArticleSix predictions for plastics and packaging in 2025
With new regulation the world over, uncertainty on the plastic treaty outcomes, rapid technological advancements, and geopolitical risks, it may be harder than ever for organisations to plan ahead. To help navigate this landscape, Yoni Shiran, Manuel Braun and Paula Petersen of Systemiq share six predictions that may shape the plastics and packaging landscape in 2025.
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ArticleProject employs AI to correct imperfect barrier coatings for fibre-based bottles
Pulpex and the University of Surrey are using AI-powered computer vision to identify and address imperfections while applying barrier coatings to fibre-based bottles for liquids – a move hoped to save energy and water while optimizing packaging performance.
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ArticleDTM Print seeks faster processing and reduced downtime with new printer
DTM Print has introduced its new LX4000e Color Label Printer, said to reduce downtime, ensure maximum productivity and give users more control over their printing operations.
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ArticleEU Commission reveals new framework to boost competitiveness and decarbonization
The European Commission has revealed its Competitive Compass, a strategic framework combining the pursuits of competitiveness and climate neutrality through measures to bolster the innovation, manufacture, and sale of technologies, services, and clean products on an EU Single Market.
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ArticleMarkem-Imaje bi-jet printer applies more information faster with one machine
Markem-Imaje is gearing its continuous inkjet printer, the 9712 bi-jet coder, towards products requiring ‘significant amounts’ of on-pack information, claiming to complete print jobs that would normally require two machines with one.
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ArticleRanpak’s automated pad and void fill solutions to relieve operators of labour
Ranpak has combined automation and protective paper technology into three integrated solutions that apply recyclable and biodegradable pads or void fill to e-commerce and industrial packages, seeking to reduce the labour and training required of human operators.
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ArticleSystech introduces semi-automated multi-aggregation station
Systech has introduced its ST16 Semi-Automated Multi-Aggregation Station for pharmaceutical manufacturers, CMOs, CDMOs, re-packagers and distributors, aiming to optimize productivity and improve efficiency.
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ArticleTrayless pork pie packs launched by Compleat Food Group to cut plastics
The Compleat Food Group has removed plastic trays from its high-volume pork pie packaging; it now expects to reduce its plastic consumption by 110 tonnes and save 430 tonnes of CO2 equivalent annually.
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ArticleThe packaging stories and trends to follow in 2025
The Packaging Europe editorial team kicks off the New Year with its predictions for the packaging industry in 2025, from business trends and legislation to popular materials and technological advancements.
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ArticleAutomatic traysealer designed for smooth integration, versatility, and more
ULMA Packaging has revealed TSA 400, an automatic traysealer for low-to-medium production environments; it is designed for easy integration and operation, high production performance, and energy efficiency in a range of packaging applications.
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ArticleSame-day fulfilment and less void fill unlocked with SEE’s retention packaging
With SEE’s new retention packaging system, e-commerce and fulfilment companies are expected to meet demand for same-day deliveries while eliminating unnecessary void material.
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ArticleMIT and Mecalux to integrate self-learning AI into logistics
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology Center for Transportation & Logistics (MIT CTL) and intralogistics group Mecalux have begun a five-year collaborative project to accelerate the integration of self-learning artificial intelligence (AI) in logistics.
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ArticleNew belt conveyors for packaging technology unveiled by Montech
Montech Conveyors Corp. has announced its new line of SOLTB belt conveyors, aiming to optimize processes for packaging materials and energy converters such as fuel, battery and solar cells.