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Obsolescence Poses Growing Risk

PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies

All stakeholders have a role to play in communicating, planning for, and managing obsolescence events.

August 4, 2026

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Provisur to Show Free-Movement Product Handling and High Yield Slicing Technology at PACK EXPO

Provisur Technologies

Provisur Technologies will demonstrate its Formax Free Movement System, an electromagnetic, programmable product-handling platform integrated with the Formax SX550 slicer, alongside automated freezing, chilling, and coating solutions from Fortifi companies MHM Automation and Nothum Food Processing Systems in Booth LU-7807.

August 3, 2026

Industrial food processing facility with blue flooring, automated machinery, overhead lighting, and HVAC systems

Industrial Automation Engineering Software

Siemens Digital Industries Software

Siemens' SIMATIC AX WinCC Unified Elements IT-style engineering tool speeds automation application development, reducing the time required to bring industrial projects to market.

July 31, 2026

Software development interface showing wireframe design with green indicator, START and STOP buttons, code editor, and design tools.

Syntegon “re:imagines Factory of the Future” with North America customers at PACK EXPO

At Syntegon's food booth (S-3514), find the North American debut of the neXt automation platform and SVX vertical packaging system, while its pharma booth (W-26038) will feature automated technologies and solutions for regulated manufacturing, and lifecycle services designed to improve uptime and flexibility. And be sure to stop by the Candy Bar Lounge!

July 30, 2026

Robotic arm assembling green cooling fans in an industrial manufacturing system with metallic framework.

Butler Automatic Names Justin Kirkpatrick Vice President of Sales

Butler Automatic

The former SupplyOne, PAC Machinery, and Econocorp executive brings more than 15 years of global sales leadership to support Butler Automatic's growth and OEM partnerships.

July 30, 2026

Machine control

Computerized Numerical Control (CNC) System

Mitsubishi Electric Automation

Mitsubishi Electric Automation's M8V CNC Series combines fast, high-quality machining with advanced control technologies to reduce cycle time, extend tool life, and support complex machining applications.

July 16, 2026

Mitsubishi CNC machine control system with multiple monitors displaying 3D models and operational data

Emergency Stop Pushbuttons

Altech's E-stops, available in 22- and 30-mm configurations, feature rugged construction, easy assembly, and customizable options for industrial machine safety applications.

July 16, 2026

Three industrial emergency stop buttons and control devices with red and yellow housings

Tavoron Expands Automation Capabilities with Acquisition of Fluidraulics

Transaction further expands Tavoron’s Automation Distribution segment and represents the company’s fifth add-on acquisition since its partnership with Fusion Capital Partners.

July 16, 2026

How Software Redefines Planar Motor Technology

B&R Industrial Automation, A member of the ABB Group

Hans-Peter Kraft discusses how the B&R ACOPOS 6D software platform enables engineers to design, validate, commission, monitor, and adapt planar transport systems more efficiently throughout the machine lifecycle.

July 13, 2026

Designer workspace showing laptop with UI mockup and wireframe sketches on paper

Yaskawa America Earns Outstanding CX Award in Independent 2025 Customer Experience Audit

Yaskawa America, Inc.

Yaskawa earned an overall score of 90 out of 100 and an excellent Net Promoter Score of 66 — up more than 4 points from the prior year.

July 6, 2026

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Xaar Opens New Asia Pacific Headquarters in Dongguan to Strengthen Regional Support and Innovation

Xaar's China headquarters combines manufacturing, technical services, R&D, and customer support capabilities to accelerate industrial inkjet innovation across the region.

June 22, 2026

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Orchestration Software Educates and Coordinates

Rockwell Automation’s software connects machines, robots, and enterprise systems—and puts operators of all skill levels in the driver's seat.

June 22, 2026

Factory Talk Orchestration allows simple coordination for AMRs regardless of manufacturer or controls platform.

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Precision CMM probe head with blue cable mounted on wooden test block in industrial laboratory setting

Co-packers Lead Demand for Equipment Built to Handle Enhanced Formulations

Contract manufacturers are the most frequently cited source of demand for formulation-capable equipment, narrowly ahead of brand owners, as outsourcing pushes OEMs toward machines that can switch products and formats quickly.

Industrial electric motors and drivetrain components with orange flanges and gray housing displayed in product showcase arrangement

Van der Graaf's Four-Decade Bet on Drum Motor Specialization

Meet PMMI's 2026 On the Rise Winners

Large diverse group of people posing together in a modern convention center or conference venue with geometric ceiling design.

Team 26 Races to Victory in the 2026 Amazing Packaging Race at PACK EXPO International

Attendees gather around exhibition booths at a trade show, with TRF branding visible on a black display booth featuring neon yellow accents.

Exhibitor's Corner: Why the Show Floor Matters More than Ever

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Industrial Heliodyne processing system with blue frame, yellow mechanical arms, and control panel on gray background

Box Dumper

Flexicon's light curtain-equipped TIP-TITE streamlines handling and enhances safety.

Bradman Lake Showcases Next-generation Packaging Automation at PACK EXPO International

Compact Electronic Vacuum Sensors and Switches

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Smart factory automation with robotic arms processing cardboard boxes on conveyor systems and digital monitoring displays

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