Packaging
Baldor Electric Introduces Full Line Of ER-Style Ball Bearings
May 22, 2013 4:20 pm | Products | CommentsBaldor Electric Company has introduced its line of Dodge ER-Style ball bearings, which are available in two shaft attachment methods. The set screw version has a 65° set screw angle for better shaft grip, while the D-Lok product uses a clamp collar grip to minimize vibration.
Combatting Counterfeiting On All Fronts
May 22, 2013 11:30 am | by Martin Berman, Managing Director, Micro-Pak Ltd | Articles | CommentsMany manufacturers, retailers and consumers alike might naively believe that counterfeiting is a problem that only companies like Louis Vuitton or Coach suffer from. After all, who could guess that functional packaging material could produce the same response as the latest Alma bag?
Motorola Offers Freezer-Rated Hardware For Better Cold Chain Efficiency
May 20, 2013 2:05 pm | Products | CommentsMotorola Solutions, Inc. has developed three new products that will withstand the demands of extremely cold environments. The Omnii XG15f is the latest addition to the Psion Omnii line of rugged handhelds, while the VH10 and VH10f are new vehicle-mounted mobile computers designed specifically for freezer and heavy condensation applications.
Attracting Talent: A Lesson In Battling Perception
May 16, 2013 1:09 pm | by Maria Ferrante, Vice President, Education & Workforce Development, PMMI | Articles | CommentsDespite the common preconceived notion that increasingly automated operations are eliminating opportunities in the manufacturing sector, the widespread adoption of advanced production technologies is actually creating opportunities — and demand — for more skilled professionals. But where do we find them?
Adjustable, Operator-Fed Packaging
May 2, 2013 11:44 am | Products | CommentsIntertape Polymer Group now offers the Interpack USA Series Case Sealers — adjustable, operator fed machines that process same sized RSC style cases. These machines are engineered to provide industry leading features, heavy duty construction for 24/7 operation, and ergonomic, user-friendly operation and case size set up.
The Future Of Package Printing (Part II)
April 4, 2013 8:05 am | by PMMI | Articles | CommentsWhile package graphics are meant to catch the consumer’s eye, the coding and tracking data printed on primary, secondary and even tertiary packaging ensures product quality and safety. Information about batch runs, production lines, manufacturing date and sell by date is essential to ensure the quality and safety of packaged products, particularly food, beverages and pharmaceuticals.
The Future Of Package Printing (Part I)
April 3, 2013 11:36 am | by PMMI | Articles | CommentsWhen it comes to package graphics, food and beverage manufacturers are increasingly turning to in-mold labeling (IML) to improve product visibility in a cost-effective manner. Europe was first to embrace this technology, which is now making inroads in the United States.
Brewing Company Taps Into Automation
March 10, 2013 9:12 pm | by Intelligrated | Articles | CommentsIn 2006, the company determined that they had outgrown their existing facility and infrastructure and began planning a new three-story building adjacent to the original building. The new, 150-barrel brewhouse would increase production while retaining the company’s legacy of quality, taste and craftsmanship.
Countdown To REACH — Complying With Document Delivery Challenges
February 27, 2013 12:34 pm | by Malcolm Carroll, Director, Reach Delivery | Articles | CommentsThe aim of REACH is to improve and ensure the safe use of chemicals, and the one of the things that REACH does is make all parties in the supply chain — from manufacturers, distributors through to downstream users — directly responsible for the safety of the chemical substances they handle. One area where this has caused changes is the shipping of chemicals and in particular, the requirements for documentation in the supply chain.
Spee-Dee's Test Lab Replicates Customer Applications For Accurate Production
February 21, 2013 4:52 pm | Products | CommentsSpee-Dee® Packaging Machinery’s testing lab can simulate production runs, giving customers assurance that their product will meet desired fill rates and accuracies. The goal of the test lab is to duplicate a customer’s specific application by demonstrating that Spee-Dee equipment will fill and perform as expected.
SATO Launches Precision Thermal Transfer Printer
January 9, 2013 10:58 am | Products | CommentsSATO, a leader in barcode printing, labelling and EPC/RFID solutions, today announced the latest addition to its range of thermal transfer printers, the SATO HR2 printer. Built for heavy industrial and manufacturing applications, the SATO HR2 offers precise and high resolution printing on very small labels.
New Free Guide To The QR Code
December 18, 2012 11:20 am | Products | CommentsDENSO ADC, the Americas sales arm of DENSO Wave Incorporated, inventor of the QR Code®, announced publication of a new free guide, “QR Code Essentials.” The new 12-page guide answers this need by providing key facts and information about the QR Code and the technology associated with it.
A SaaS Primer – Understanding Software as a Service
November 2, 2010 6:59 am | by Plex Systems | White Papers | CommentsThis paper defines the SaaS model, and describes the short-term and long-term benefits the model delivers when implemented within the manufacturing enterprise.
Ten Warning Signs That Your ERP System Is Killing Your Business
September 8, 2010 1:21 pm | by Plex Systems | White Papers | CommentsSelectingan ERP system means success or failure to a manufacturer’s overall performance. These ten questions move you toward success.
