Roberts PolyPro, Inc.    Charlotte, NC 28273
Sep 16, 2011 PolyPro single-station multipack bottle handle applicator applies high-density polyethylene (HDPE) carrying handles to 4, 6, 12, and 24 unit cases for most common bottle and jug sizes and material compositions. Bottle alignment technology ensures accurate placement of handle, and high capacity magazine allows for 45 minutes of operation without handle-loading intervention. Featuring durable powder-coat finish, machine can be ordered in either automatic or semi-automatic configuration.

Axon Corp.    Raleigh, NC 27603
Sep 16, 2011 ThermoJet heat-shrink tunnel features heat zone where 2 steam manifolds and multi-position mandrels direct steam for shrinking labels, sleeves, or tamper bands. For flexibility, cantilevered stand facilitates mobility between packaging lines. Components can be added as necessary to accommodate application requirements. Measuring 60 in. long and 30 in. wide, tunnel is fabricated from 304 stainless steel and accommodates 1-7.75 in. dia containers with 12 in. max height.

Avery Dennison    Pasadena, CA 91103
Sep 15, 2011 Designed to thoroughly degas packaged coffee, Flexis(TM) Air for Coffee offers leak resistance, bonds securely, and can be pre-applied to packaging materials. Pre-oiled feature enables packagers to apply valves without adding oil. Featuring multi-layer structure for flexibility, 1-way valve can be applied using automatic label application systems and can be printed with logos and promotional messages.

Sealed Air Corp., Engineered Products Div.    Danbury, CT 06810
Sep 14, 2011 Made from 95% non-food, renewable materials, PakNatural(TM) loose fill protective packaging features anti-static properties and optimized strength. Sustainability-optimized product is able to be used in operations already designed for loose fill packaging without requiring any changes to existing packaging process.

Cleveland Vibrator Co., The    Cleveland, OH 44113
Sep 02, 2011 Constructed in mild or stainless steel, GWT Series offers solution for filling, weighing, compacting, and conveying containers of bulk solids. Packers mount below conveyor rollers, allowing bags, drums, trays, or other containers to be transported directly onto grid top deck. Available in range of deck configurations with rotary electric or air-cushioned piston vibrator drives, GWT Series offers optional weigh readout, PLC interface, and set points for automatic or semi-automatic operation.

Sealed Air Corp.    Saddle Brook, NJ 07663-5291
Aug 19, 2011 Integrating with Fill-Air® 2000 and Fill-Air Cyclone® inflatable void-fill systems, Quick Shot® Delivery Solution accelerates delivery of bag chain with tug feature. System works by retrieving Fill-Air® cushions from bin fed by Fill-Air® 2000 or Fill-Air Cyclone® system and delivering them directly into boxes on packing line. Operators adjust bag replenishment dial to begin, establishing number of bags that system will automatically replenish after operator tears or tugs on bag chain.

RNR Plastics, Inc.    Raynham, MA 02767
Aug 19, 2011 Available in 29 standard sizes from 1 x 3 in. to 11 x 14 in., U.S. manufactured Self-Adhesive Vinyl Pockets are made from 8-mil clear vinyl with 6 mil adhesive back and heavy release liner. Styles that include business card-, CD/DVD-, job ticket-, and sign-holders as well as 8 ½ x 11 in. sheet protectors. Offering replacements for Avery, C-Line, and U-Line, products may be used in applications such as filing, inventory management, POP displays, retail displays, and parts packaging.

Multivac, Inc.    Kansas City, MO 64153
Aug 11, 2011 Available in 2 versions, sanitary R 595 system features forming station within machine, vacuum-assisted loading stations, and electric lifting systems for sealing and cross-cutting functions. First version, with footprint of 16 ft, is equipped with one-track tooling, while second version, with footprint of 23 ft, has 2-track tooling and generates 120 packs/min output. Product branding and other required package messaging can be delivered using printed top and bottom films.

ESS Technologies, Inc.    Blacksburg, VA 24060
Aug 09, 2011 Combining FANUC LR Mate 200iC robot with ESS end-of-arm-tooling, Robotic Cartoner Infeed is available as stand-alone robotic cell that also integrates with cartoners or existing packaging lines. Six-axis robot has payload capacity of 5 kg, and can handle infeed speeds up to 400/minute with multiple products per pick, or up to 80 cycles/min. Infeed is suited for packaging pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, medical devices, cosmetics, and consumer goods.

PDC International Corp.    South Norwalk, CT 06854
Aug 09, 2011 Featuring stainless steel frame, upstream photo-eyes, and Allen Bradley touchscreen interface, 50 Series ShrinkSealers apply tamper-evident banding and shrink sleeve labeling at up to 130 cpm, continuously. Systems run 40-50 micron banding materials and are compatible with all petroleum-based and sustainable films, including PVC, PET, PETG, OPS, and PLA films. Material can range from .375-3 in. D and .625-7 in. H. Modules for both vertical and horizontal perforations are available.

Essemtec Ag      Switzerland
Aug 08, 2011 Designed for electronics manufacturing and LED assembly, Scorpion can be equipped with up to 4 different dispensing valves and is built on Paraquda machine base that enables dispensing of up to 100,000 dots/hr with ±25 µm accuracy. XY-portal is built on mineral cast chassis, which provides damping and smooth motion at high speeds. For production of high volumes, Twin Dispensing mode enables 2 valves to dispense simultaneously on 2 different locations with adjustable distance.

FasTest, Inc.    Roseville, MN 55113-1317
Aug 05, 2011 Employing 24 Vdc drive system, Electronic Tooling System (ETS) allows for inside- or outside-part testing of leak sealing integrity. Modular electronic sealing device can operate as stand-alone sealing system or be controlled via I/O or connected via serial, Ethernet, or DeviceNet. By varying target current, device is scalable and provides repeatable sealing force. Sealing tool locks onto media, even under power loss, increasing test safety and reliability.

Witte Co., Inc., The    Washington, NJ 07882
Aug 03, 2011 Accommodating loads up to 4,500 lb, Vibratory Packer applies linear vibration from underneath bulk container, bulk bag, or Gaylord, creating fluidizing action that densifies material while protecting particle integrity, shape, and size. Added density and rigidity help cube out trailers while supporting safe handling, palletizing, stacking, and shipping. System is available with variable speed drive to adjust vibration speed and roller deck that permits containers to be rolled on/off platform.

A-B-C Packaging Machine Corp.    Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Aug 01, 2011 Featuring complete gripper assemblies for all pack/bottle patterns, Model 101 is designed for quick-changeover operation. Guide rail placement is simplified with sliding and locking handles that allow quick adjustment to new specification. Featuring servo-driven pick and place operation that ensures gentle product handling, Model 101 is suited for packing glass and plastic bottles, jugs, jars, and specialty shapes, as well as metal and composite cans and many styles of cartons.

Teknor Apex Co.    Pawtucket, RI 02861
Jul 22, 2011 Featuring bio-based content level of 90%, Terraloy® BP-39070 Series is biodegradable, offering alternative to petrochemical-based resins in applications where sustainability and compostability are critical considerations. Typical grade exhibits heat distortion temperature of 100°C and Izod impact strength of 69 J/m. FDA-compliant compounds replace PS and PP in high-heat thermoformed sheet for microwavable frozen food trays, hot beverage cup lids, and carry-out containers.

Schneider Packaging Equipment Co., Inc.    Brewerton, NY 13029 0890
Jul 19, 2011 Featuring stainless steel wash down construction, Model WCP-35 is suited for food, beverage, personal care, and pharmaceutical applications. Side loading, 5-panel case packer has 90° discharge, and all major motions are driven via servo motor to optimize throughput and facilitate changeovers. System loads product onto die cut blanks, then forms and seals flaps around product before case enters flap detection system to ensure all sealing is completed.

Magellan Biosciences    Chelmsford, MA 01824
Jul 19, 2011 Designed for use with all Sensititre dried plates, FDA-cleared TREK Diagnostic Systems Sensititre® AIM(TM) Automated Inoculation Delivery System doses microtitre plates. It eliminates skipped wells and repeat tests, streamlining laboratory workflow and accelerating results for clinicians. Suited for use on benchtop or under microbiology safety cabinet, system provides icon-driven touchscreen that facilitates selection of dosing volumes and patterns.

Sealed Air Corp., Engineered Products Div.    Danbury, CT 06810
Jul 15, 2011 With barcode scanning interface, SpeedyPacker Insight® let customers utilize existing unique product identification barcode to automatically initiate pre-programmed package design and cushion sequence. Automated process minimizes potential for both under packaging and over packaging. To program system, companies input design and sequence information into spreadsheet, which is then uploaded onto SpeedyPacker via USB drive. Single USB drive can be used to download information to multiple systems.

Thiele Technologies, Inc.    Minneapolis, MN 55418
Jul 12, 2011 In addition to infeed tray empty bag detection and Machine Fault screen with real-time bar chart, Star Series incorporates servo spout opening technology that enables bag filling spouts to open to precise maximum position for optimal product flow. Internal XJX sealer, with optimized hot air generation and bag control, uses 2 heating elements and funnels heated air to bags' sealing surface, while air delivery and folder blade enable sealing of diverse materials in bag sealing market.

Krones AG    Franklin, WI 53132
Jul 01, 2011 Capable of handling PET-aseptics for mid-tier companies, PET-Asept D Compact is based on technology acceptance-tested by FDA and does not require any sterile-water UHT system in order to operate. Containers and isolator are steriziled with gaseous hydrogen peroxide; machine itself is cleaned using caustic and acid. Output range is 6,000-12,000 containers/hr, and machine can be installed as stand-alone line component or monobloc-synchronized with stretch blow-molding machine.