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  1. Motion Controller Delivers Multi-Axis Motion Control And Robotic Innovations To Packaging Systems At Network Gateway Costs 3/4/2021

    Developed by Servotronix with an EtherNet/IP interface from STXI Motion, the softMC compact microcontroller enables any major OEM programmable logic controller (PLC) to seamlessly control any motion control component, including robots, drives, and motors, to add innovation and modularity to packaging systems.

  2. Snips Chooses Tritan™ Renew For A New Sustainable Line Of Housewares 3/4/2021

    In line with its eco-friendly principles, Italian-based Snips has partnered with Eastman to launch a line of water bottles and food storage containers made with Eastman Tritan™ Renew copolyester, a durable, BPA-free material that contains 50% ISCC-certified recycled content* made possible through innovative molecular recycling.

  3. Fort Dearborn Company Announces The Acquisition Of Hammer Packaging Corporation 3/2/2021

    With two facilities located in West Henrietta, NY and Rochester, NY, Hammer Packaging has a strong reputation for delivering innovation and quality product to a loyal and valued customer base.

  4. Brown Machine Group Acquires GN Thermoforming 3/1/2021

    Brown Machine Group (“BMG”) is pleased to announce the acquisition of GN Thermoforming Equipment (“GN”) through the purchase of 100% of the stock. GN is a designer and manufacturer of thermoforming equipment, primarily for the food packaging industry.

  5. GPI Capturing High Demand For PaperSeal Tray Solution, Supporting Capacity Expansion Across Europe 3/1/2021

    Paper-based packaging leader Graphic Packaging International (‘Graphic Packaging’), has revealed that machinery investments will be made at multiple locations in Europe and Australia to keep up with demand for its unique solution, the PaperSeal tray.

  6. ProAmpac Announces Smart Packaging Partnership Agreement With Clemson University 2/25/2021

    ProAmpac, a flexible packaging leader, has partnered with the Clemson University Department of Food, Nutrition and Packaging Sciences to support the company’s commitment to leading the industry in developing smart food packaging.

  7. Packline Materials Handling Announce Production Of Their New Roll Handling Equipment With 6” Vertical Spindle Attachment And Roll Ejector Mechanism 2/24/2021

    New to Packline Materials Handling and Ultrasource LLC, the roll handling equipment with roll ejector mechanism was designed in response to a customer requirement to handle heavy rolls of film or foil with a large core diameter of 6 inches.

  8. ProAmpac Launches Unprecedented ProActive Recyclable Film For Premium Frozen Food Products 2/23/2021

    Filling the market gap for premium and high-performance recyclable frozen food packaging, ProAmpac announces the launch of ProActive Recyclable R-2000F.

  9. Holland Colours Launches Holcomer Thermostretch Additive To Support High-Speed Pet Bottle Production With Premium Light Barrier Properties 2/22/2021

    Holland Colours announces the introduction of Thermostretch, a new answer to one of the biggest challenges facing PET packaging manufacturers: how to accelerate PET production while maintaining a high level of light barrier protection.

  10. Qliktag First SmartLabel® Platform To Support GS1 Digital Link 2/17/2021

    Qliktag Software Inc. the developers of have announced that its Qliktag Platform is the first platform to support GS1 Digital Link as a means for consumers and other stakeholders to access SmartLabel®.