All Efficiencies articles – Page 18
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ArticleRobotics – from science fiction to reality
Elisabeth Skoda speaks to several industry experts to shine a spotlight on just a few of the recent developments that showcase robots’ potential in the industry.
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ArticleSICK Reveals Reflex Array Sensors
SICK has unveiled its next-generation family of smart photoelectric 2D light array sensors, the RAY10 and RAY26, to detect difficult-to-see products moving on high-speed conveyors in packaging machinery.
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ArticleThe Factory of the Future: Connected Packaging Platform
Packaging and manufacturing and have changed beyond recognition since 1951 when Tetra Pak launched its iconic carton in Lund, Sweden. What was once solely about product protection and functionality is now increasingly about connectivity
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ArticleOPTIMA group focus on environmentally friendly packaging at FachPack
Optima will focus on about the industry's hot topics: sustainability and digitalization. External experts and partners offer an opportunity to engage in roundtable discussions on sustainability and to explore new ideas on the spot.
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ArticleAll-in-one service for recyclable packaging
The all-in-one service offered by the Fraunhofer Institute for Process Engineering and Packaging IVV helps companies meet the challenges associated with the use and development of recyclable packaging materials.
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ArticleMaking the environmental case for clip closure solutions
A study by the Fraunhofer Institute for Environmental, Safety and Energy Technology UMSICHT on calculation of the carbon footprint of various packs for sausages points to a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions with clip closure solutions.
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ArticleAVE presents adaptable bottling machinery at PPMA
At the PPMA Total Show, stand B20, AVE UK will launch its new range of bottling equipment in either Monobloc (filler/capper) or Unibloc (rinser/filler/capper) version, capable of handling a variety of different materials within one single machine.
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ArticleSumitomo (SHI) Demag presents K-2019 showcase
Sumitomo (SHI) Demag Plastics Machinery GmbH will unveil what it describes as its fastest, most energy efficient, sustainable, data driven integrated machine line-up at K-2019.
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ArticleWebinar: Exploring food tray market trends and solutions with Bostik
Last chance to join! Register now for a live free webinar hosted by Packaging Europe and Bostik on 27th June at 11:00 CEST.
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Schneider Electric and Platinum Engineering develop new tool for AR asset maintenance and operations
Platinum Engineering has partnered with Schneider Electric to create a comprehensive tool for asset management and operations by integrating augmented reality (AR) within Wonderware System Platform.
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ArticleMinebea Intec Launches Essentus checkweigher
With Essentus, Minebea Intec, the global provider of innovative weighing and inspection technologies, offers a new dynamic checkweigher that with its wide range of options can be tailored to individual application profiles.
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ArticleBeyond Prototypes: 3D Printing
3D printing has been a buzzword for many years, with exciting developments cropping up in many sectors, including medicine, where the first 3D printed heart recently made headlines, construction and automotive.
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ArticleFocus on convenience and sustainability
The Alufoil Trophy 2019, once again attracted a strong field of entries. In total nine awards were made across the five categories, including a discretionary award for overall excellence for one outstanding product.
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Insights in Blockchain Technology
A new guide from coding and marking specialist Clearmark Solutions helps manufacturers to understand the benefits of blockchain technology.
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ArticleConquering the art of can coding
A traditional soft drink canning line processes enough beverage to fill two Olympic-size swimming pools every week – and that’s over 1.5 million cans. A typical alcoholic beverage can line would fill a pool even faster.
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ArticleConnecting the Dots
Managing production data, supported by fast-paced innovation, addresses the need to gain control of a more connected value chain and streamline fully integrated factories.
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ArticleBelow the Surface
A strong magnifying lens has been focused on the sustainability of materials, plastics generally being placed at the epicentre of debate and blame. But what about aluminium?
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ArticlePioneering sorting technology: HolyGrail project moves towards a circular economy
The pioneering project HolyGrail, led by Procter & Gamble and facilitated by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, officially closed on May 23rd.
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ArticlePackaging Papers with Improved Barrier Properties
Sustainable materials that are easy to recycle have become decisive parameters in the choice of packaging for branded goods.
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ArticleFrom PET Flakes Directly to 100 percent rPET Preforms
The first XTREME Renew Flakes to Preform System, which directly produces new, food-grade 100 percent rPET preforms from recycled PET flakes in a single process step, was recently presented with a World Star Packaging Award in Prague.