Material Transfer & Storage, Inc.    Allegan, MI 49010 0218
Dec 27, 2012 Utilizing hydraulically actuated, twin heavy wall tubular steel pivoting conditioning arms, Material Master™ System enables discharge of bulk bags containing material that has solidified, hardened, or agglomerated. Each conditioning arm features v-shaped tubular steel breaker profiles which safely and efficiently return solidified materials to free-flowing state. Rotary lift table positions bulk bag for complete material conditioning on all sides, as well as top and bottom.

Handtmann    Lake Forest,, IL 60045
Dec 26, 2012 Designed specifically for small portion cooked snack sticks, Handtmann VF 624 features small cells and 16 vanes dynamically controlled by servo systems to deliver adjustable small caliber portioning, even at high pressures with products containing up to 15% air. Small portion pump geometry minimizes single plate pressure while enabling high cell pressure and eliminating bending in all pressures. With optimized vane travel in rotor, system manages pulsing and leakage.

Ahlstrom Engine Filtration, LLC    Madisonville, KY 42431
Dec 04, 2012 Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA)-free version of Ahlstrom Coralpack flexible packaging papers are intended for direct wrapping and packing of grease-containing food products. Entirety of Ahlstrom Coralpack paper range is available upon request in New Generation (NG) version, with PFOA below current detection limits of 20 ppb (cannot release PFOA or PFOA precursor). Product's paper range spans from 32–200 g/m² and offers printability, laminating, extrusion, and crimping characteristics.

SAS Automation, Ltd.    Xenia, OH 45385
Dec 03, 2012 Using stainless steel fingers for their strength and resistance to harsh manufacturing environments, FBG-22 offers manual adjustment for bag widths from 290–450 mm and features spring-return aluminum decking plates to guide bag. Decker mechanism, designed into tool, facilitates accurate bag drop once positioned over pallet, and other design features include rugged aluminum weldment main frame, ultrasonic bag presence sensor, and 9.5 mm dia solid aluminum fingers with ball-nose ends.

Riverside Paper Co., Inc.    Miami, FL 33167
Nov 29, 2012 Mounted on packing stations or table top, ZZ-EP5950-24 Paper Crumpler converts rolls of Kraft paper into packing void-fill. After operators roll out amount of required paper, it is crumpled for placement around product. Wall-mounted ZZ-EP5955-24 is also available, and both 17 lb models feature all-steel construction and built-in cut off blade. Machines use 30 and 40 lb Kraft paper, newsprint, indented paper, or bogus paper on 1–3 in. cores with 8.25 in. max dia and 24 in. max width.

EAM Mosca Industries    Hazleton, PA 18201
Nov 26, 2012 Equipped with thermostatically controlled heat seal or Sonixs ultrasonic welding technology, ROMP-6 Evolution can apply polypropylene strapping in widths of 5–12 mm at speeds up to 52 cycles/min. Design includes side or front coil loading, push-button strap threading, and fully enclosed strap feed track. Moving elements are designed with sealed bearings in open lever style construction that eliminates sensitivity to dust and dirt. For portability, machine rides on 2 fixed and 2 lockable casters.

The Borealis Group    Port Murray, NJ 07865
Nov 21, 2012 Based on Borealis Nucleation Technology, Borpact™ SH950MO features melt flow rate of 40 and stiffness of 1,050 MPa, enabling use of thinner walls and complex designs without compromising product properties or performance. Organoleptics properties ensure taste and odor of packed product will not be altered. Providing clear view of contents without fear of damage or brittle breakages, material is suited for packaging deep freeze products such as ice cream, frozen desserts, and other frozen items.

Tekni-Plex, Inc.    Somerville, NJ 08876
Nov 20, 2012 Available in all standard thicknesses and combinations, PX Series non-barrier co-polyester serves as alternative to mono-layer PVC for packaging applications that do not require barrier properties. PXA Series consists of co-polyester and PCTFE film laminate, which is suited for applications that require moisture ingress/egress protection. Offering clarity and transparency, both sealable films are compliant with EU and FDA regulations for direct contact with pharmaceutical products.

Inflatable Packaging Inc    Newtown, CT 06470
Nov 19, 2012 Inflat-Air Series includes Inflat-Air 2000 table-top unit and Inflat-Air 5000 free-standing floor unit, which incorporates automated spooling arm to collect inflated products. Both machines automate filling process for AirBag line of chambered package protection bags and will work with Superi-Air film or engineered products now inflated on demand. Film technology is not only biodegradable, but offers curbside recyclability as well.

Automated Packaging Systems Inc.    Streetsboro, OH 44241
Nov 16, 2012 Designed for fixed-weight food packaging, FAS SPrint Revolution™ bagger presents horizontal row of bags ready for automatic loading from integrated Dataweigh™ TSDW-205W scale. System automatically calculates combination of products nearest to target weight. It then discharges products onto central conveyor and loads them into pre-opened SidePouch bag. Packaging up to 30 bags/min, system features ergonomic L-shaped design, for minimal footprint, and stainless steel construction.

Klockner Pentaplast of America, Inc.    Gordonsville, VA 22942
Nov 15, 2012 Intended for medical-device packaging, Pentamed® light foamed high-impact polystyrene (HIPS) films enable material reduction by reducing package weight while maintaining physical properties comparable to standard materials. Products offer formability and processability compatible with standard thermoforming and form/fill/seal equipment and are sealable to range of lid stocks. Able to be EtO, gamma, and E-beam sterilized, films can be used for trays, containers, clamshells, and liners.

Zip-Pak    Manteno, IL 60950
Nov 13, 2012 Featuring proprietary self-sealing matrix that closes securely without exact alignment of opposing segments, ZIP-PAK® Vector™ provides tactile and audible feedback for reassurance of complete fastening with each use. Designed for integration into existing flexible packaging lines with only minor modifications to machinery, solution is suitable for applications ranging from cheese, deli meats, snacks, cereal, candy, and vegetables to pet foods and garden fertilizer.

U.T.C. Industries    Miami, FL 33010
Nov 13, 2012 Equipped with 12 filling stations for bottles, containers, and jars of various shapes, EXACTA FP 12/6 achieves production speeds up to 150 bpm. Parts in direct contact with product, from collector to filling nozzles, are manufactured of AISI 316 L steel. Capping heads are equipped with brushless servomotors, ensuring flexibility when handling both screw-on caps and oriented caps. Featuring double inclination, draining base facilitates cleaning and sanitation operations for maximum hygiene.

Placon Corporation    Madison, WI 53719
Nov 12, 2012 Containing up to 100%, food-safe, post-consumer recycled materials, crush-resistant Fresh ‘n Clear products include black or clear PET 32 oz bowl with 3 compartments and center cup as well as 48 oz container with 4 compartments and center cup. Dip cup area fits 4 oz portion cups, and bowls offer secure, leak-resistant 360 degree seals with lid and base tabs offset from corners to facilitate opening. Available lid designs – flat, flat with wave design, or domed – can be custom-embossed.

Sonoco    Hartsville, SC 29550
Nov 12, 2012 Aergo® 6 features heating plate mounting system that lets operators insert heating plate into guided shelf where it locks into place. Unit is equipped with heat seal station, eject station, and 2 open load stations accommodating up to 2 feeders. Featuring 36 in. load height, machine has 12 x 16 in. seal area with 6 in. air cylinder and 24 V control circuit. Also included are overload alert system, redundant safety switches, and adjustable/variable speed drive.

Robert Bosch GmbH    Waiblingen D-71332  Germany
Nov 12, 2012 Suited for products products requiring Modified Atmosphere Packaging, Pack 301 Inverted Long Dwell Flow Wrapper offers capabilities for gentle handling and hermetically sealed seams. Inverted long dwell wrapper features consistent dwell sealing times of up to 1 sec, independent of machine's product flow, to ensure air-tight seal even during ramp up and down periods. Able to accommodate use of thick films, independent control of processing temperature on top and bottom sealing jaws.

Axon Corp.    Raleigh, NC 27603
Nov 06, 2012 ThermoPoint® steam-heat tunnels, integrating Category 3 safety-interlock system, also feature heat zone graduated dials and steam injector adjustment indicators for shrink process control and repeatability between batches. Each heat zone can be independently adjusted to deliver steam to label or band at different rates, heights, and angles. Tunnels are available in 3- or 6-zone configurations. They are also designed to minimize changeover time between products.

Lasx Industries, Inc    Saint Paul, MN 55110
Oct 30, 2012 Integrating straight line, downweb laser processing into pouching equipment by Totani America, Inc., LaserSharp® PL40 optimizes easy open packaging operations. Independent position adjustments provide precise control over score line crossweb positioning and start point placement. Laser modules can be positioned for inline scores or offset slightly for tabbed packaging. By intelligently controlling score depth through all machine speeds, embedded control guarantees score continuity and quality.

Csp Technologies, Inc    Auburn, AL 36832
Oct 26, 2012 By controlling internal atmosphere of each blister cavity, Activ-Blister® Packaging protects moisture and oxygen sensitive solid dose pharmaceuticals. Technology integrates precise desiccant, gas-absorption, and sealing properties into each blister-pack, extending shelf life and product performance. Unlike conventional desiccants, there is no chance of accidental ingestion. Available in variety of sizes, packaging provides moisture absorption up to 20 mgs and oxygen scavenging up to 30 ccs.

ITW Muller    Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Oct 25, 2012 Equipped with motorized power pre-stretch system with adjustable film tension control, Raptor Plus™ offers adjustable carriage and turntable speeds, as well as adjustable top and bottom wraps. Film tension control ensures load containment and helps eliminate film breaks and product damage. Since film carriage is housed inside tower, risk of damage is minimized. Able to store up to 15 programs, semi-automatic system is available with access ramp, load stabilizer, and 79 in. turntable as options.