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Meeting E-commerce Expectations with Automation
As online retailers shape consumer buying behavior by offering customized goods, manufacturers are turning to technology suppliers and machine builders to add flexibility into production, packaging, and supply chain processes.
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Food Manufacturers Top Two Improvement Priorities
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CPGs Need to Adapt to Meet Growing Food Demand
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Voice of the Food Manufacturer: Equipment Needs
Business/Management
U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Fell 15% Last November to $320 Million, But There is Still Optimism.
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Sight Machine Launches Data-Powered Continuous Improvement for Vertical Segments
The Manufacturing Data Platform collects and unifies system-wide production data in real-time, providing key insights and expertise for the chemical, paper & tissue, and packaging industries.
Machine Design/Management
Digital Twin Double-Take
Most 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.
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New Podcast Series | UnPACKed with PMMI
A 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.
Technology
High-capacity Power Relay with Long Contact Life
Enables a range of safe, compact applications.
Machine Design/Management
C6025 Industrial PC Boosts Computing Power with Highly Compact, Fanless Design
Ultra-compact IPC series expands automation and IoT hardware scalability with Intel Core i U processors.
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Robots and Cobots Chip in to Pack Food for Hungry Kids
Showcasing the capabilities of several automation suppliers in the Robotics Zone at PACK EXPO Las Vegas, a PMMI cooperation with Blessings in a Backpack filled more than 6,000 bags of food for kids facing food insecurity.
PMMI
Flexibility Demands Push New Technologies Forward at PACK EXPO Las Vegas
From material handling to pick-and-place, innovations are aimed at agility and mobility in packaging applications.
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Rockwell Automation Readies Digital Twin
The company’s new Digital Partner Program welcomes Ansys, adding simulation to a growing portfolio of products and partners.
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In the Trenches with Collaborative Robots
P & G’s Mark Lewandowski walks us through a risk assessment for successful robot applications from an engineer’s perspective.
Automation
coDrive System Enables Mobile and Adaptable Systems for Collaborative Robotic Applications
Fully Integrated Modular System Eliminates Dependence on Tethered Pressurized Air Lines
Machine Design/Management
GoSelect Online Ordering Tool
Platform provides selection tool for specifying linear and hydraulic components
Machine Design/Management
Global Packaging Outlook: North America
In the United States, the convenience of smaller pack sizes continues to draw high demand...
Safety
Pneumatic Conveyor Steam Cleaning Tool is Portable
Steam cleaner leaves no water run-off and is chemical-free.
OEE
Creating Algorithms to Improve Production
Golden Run optimizes machine performance with artificial intelligence algorithms.
Safety
Finding Defects, Color Variations in Plastic Bottles
The Pilot Vision+ in-blowmolder inspection system from Agr International tackles challenges from increased levels of recycled PET.
Machine Design/Management
Right-sizing Pouches to Marry Sustainability with E-Comm
By 3D scanning products on a conveyor, Pak On Demand™ Pouch System from WestRock creates custom, right-sized pouches and seals the package for shipment.
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IO-Link Sensor Configurator
These IO-Link Inductive Proximity Sensors from Carlo Gavazzi control sensors in real time.
Machine Design/Management
Epson Rolls Out Moverio Assist to Help Field Technicians
Using smart glasses for hands-free remote access, on-site personnel can see instructions and videos while collaborating with remote experts.
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Image Based Barcode Reader
Cognex's Data Man 374 with torch light leverages high-speed liquid lens with a distance sensor built in to focus on the fly.
Automation
Absolute Encoders With Profinet Communications
EPC’s Models A58HE and A58SE Now Offer Profinet I-O (CC-C) Communication Protocol
Machine Design/Management
Helping SME Food Producers Mitigate Cybersecurity Risks
Smart technology can help organizations to make informed decisions that can turn a business into a predictor rather than a reactor, if only they know how to use it.
Safety
U.S. OEMs May Not be Catering to the Growing Nutraceuticals Market
In a new study from PMMI Business Intelligence, respondents say they often have to go overseas for smaller, more versatile machinery...
