HomeAaron HandEditor at Large, PMMI Media GroupHomeFood Manufacturers Top Two Improvement PrioritiesOperational improvements that impact food manufacturers the most continue to focus on automation and robotics.HomeCannabis Packaging: Don't Fear the ReeferUnPACKed with PMMI Podcast breaks down the latest developments in cannabis packaging as more and more states open the door to legalization.HomeRFP Process Challenges and SolutionsHaving upfront clarity into needs and establishing standards for what to use (and why), are the two biggest shortcomings cited by Vision 2025 participants in the Request for Proposal process.HomeReport: Innovative New Controls at PACK EXPO Las VegasTen intrepid Packaging World editors fanned out across PACK EXPO Las Vegas in October in search of packaging innovation. Here's what they found.HomeReport: Innovative New Robotics at PACK EXPO Las VegasTen intrepid Packaging World editors fanned out across PACK EXPO Las Vegas in October in search of packaging innovation. Here's what they found.SponsoredNew Podcast Series | UnPACKed with PMMIA new way to get your packaging and processing insights, research, and innovations. You'll hear from industry thought leaders, executive Q and A's, and more as we dive into your most pressing business challenges.HomeCPGs Need to Adapt to Meet Growing Food DemandGlobal food packaging to hit $400 bn by '25, those who don't evolve could be left behindHomeVoice of the Food Manufacturer: Equipment NeedsCleaning, sanitation, changeovers and data collection are all top of mind for food manufacturers considering equipment needs today.Business/ManagementU.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Fell 15% Last November to $320 Million, But There is Still Optimism.According to the latest report from the Association for Manufacturing Technology, the Pending China trade deal and anticipated approval of the revamped NAFTA (USMCA) should see the manufacturing technology market pick up in the second half of 2020.Workforce DevelopmentHow to Identify Emerging LeadersAs the generational workforce shift looms with more than 2.7 million baby boomers preparing to retire, OEMs need to bridge the generational divide, retain tribal knowledge, and ensure a lasting legacy. Here’s how to do it.HomeImproving Asset ReliabilityLearn what Vision 2025 participants at PACK EXPO Las Vegas had to say about improving asset reliability in their organizations, and where they are on the road to continuous improvement.SponsoredNew Podcast Series | UnPACKed with PMMIA new way to get your packaging and processing insights, research, and innovations. You'll hear from industry thought leaders, executive Q and A's, and more as we dive into your most pressing business challenges.HomeEurope vs. U.S. Sustainability RegulationsSharing a recent post from the Reusasble Packaging Association on sustainability and the circular economy.HomeTop Supply Chain Issues in 2020Supply chain and logistics professionals will be focusing on labor issues and new technology in 2020, particularly those that improve safety and efficiency.HomeHormel, Barry-Wehmiller Early One Voice Ready Certification AdoptersTo close the industry’s workforce development and skills gap, PMMI’s OpX Leadership Network recently launched its new One Voice Ready certificates, an assessment-based program based on knowledge of specific industry solutions and best practices.Workforce DevelopmentWomen in the Workforce - Fixing the Broken RungA five-year McKinsey study reveals a focus on culture, diversity, and even automation, as ways to help advance women’s careers across all industries, including manufacturing.HomeGlobal Food Forum ConversationPMMI’s Senior Vice President, Glen Long, and Vice President of Industry Services, Tom Egan, share their biggest takeaways from the 2019 Global Food Forum and how these trends will impact packaging and processing.Controls/MotionSimplify Smart Machines in Harsh ApplicationsNew Allen-Bradley ArmorBlock I/O modules from Rockwell Automation can operate in a wide range of temperatures and offer up to IP69K protection.Components/InstrumentationPin-Hub Couplings With Simplified InstallationParaflex Couplings from Miki Pulley has a maximum torque of 25 Nm and allows angular misalignment up to 4°.Machine Design/ManagementDigital Twin Double-TakeMost OEMs aren’t embracing the idea of creating a digital twin for the machine, but the benefits—including design flexibility, faster time-to-market, and virtual training—deserve a second look.
