Double H Plastics, Inc.    Warminster, PA 18974
Jun 30, 2011 Fabricated from high-impact polystyrene, Corner Board PDH(TM) protects edges and corners of load from damage, provides vertical stability, and shields areas gripped by strapping. Product can be sterilized and is inherently non-microbial and anti-bacterial. Available in standard sizes of 3, 36, 42, 48, and 60 in., U.S. manufactured corner board comes in black or white and is also waterproof, weather resistant, reusable, and recyclable.

ITW Muller    Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Jun 24, 2011 Achieving wrapping speeds up to 100 loads/hr, Octopus(TM) 505 AL automatic rotary ring stretch wrapper accommodates up to 4,800 lb loads with 69 in. max diagonal and 80 in. max height. Adjustable legs let customers change wrap height, while design with belt lifts and quick disconnect components minimizes maintenance efforts. Adaptable via range of modular options and upgrades, system is constructed with steel and aluminum frame and offers up to 300% pre-stretch to help conserve film.

LIFE Industries Corp.    Charleston, SC 29415
Jun 24, 2011 During Sealing and Labeling service, LIFE Industries welds aluminum foil seal across bottle neck. Bottles are filled and capped using cap fitted with aluminum foil seal and then passed under induction sealer, which transmits electromagnetic field that heats aluminum seal and bonds it to container neck. Service provides tamper evidence, leak prevention, freshness retention, pilferage protection, and sustainability.

Packnet Ltd.    Eagan, MN 55121
Jun 24, 2011 Available as product and service, Heat Shrinkwrapping can cover large products to protect against damage during transportation and storage. When properly applied, waterproof product will not move or chafe during transportation or storage, and shrinkwrap also protects against weather damage. Shrinkwrap can offer one-piece coverage for large objects, and covers can be ventilated or countermeasure options applied to eliminate moisture and mildew problems.

PennEngineering® (Penn Engineering)    Danboro, PA 18916
Jun 20, 2011 Used where only one side of panel is accessible for hardware installation, portable ATLAS® AE938 installs steel, brass, aluminum, or stainless steel blind threaded inserts that provide strong threads in thin panel sections. Pressure-controlled setting allows for installation of same insert type into various material thicknesses without requiring adjustment, while pull-to-pressure feature helps extend life of tool's mandrel. Auto-reverse mode is also standard.

Uhlmann Packaging Systems Inc.    Towaco, NJ 07082
Jun 16, 2011 Designed for all solid dose products, Model IBC-120 packages small- to medium-sized batches at rate of 24,000 tablets or capsules/min. Pharmaceutical-compliant system processes round, rectangular, and oval bottles measuring 45-200 mm in height and 25-125 mm in diameter. In between batches, it can be reset to different bottle diameter in 6 minutes. Integrated packaging stations are controlled by central touchscreen interface, enabling machine to adjust to new bottle heights at touch of button.

Curwood, Inc.    Oshkosh, WI 54903-
Jun 13, 2011 Suited for case-ready meats, FDA- and USDA-approved FreshCase® Materials come in forming and non-forming films, vacuum skin packaging, trays, and semi-rigid films. Hermetic seals eliminate leaks, while optimized visibility allows promotion of product from all angles. For retailers, packaging offers shelf life of more than 30 days for whole muscle beef and extends retail display life up to 28 days. Packages are freezer-ready and can be stored in refrigerator, ready-to-cook, until Use-By date.

Superior Lithographics    Los Angeles, CA 90023
Jun 09, 2011 Using FirstTouch(TM), retail packaged goods companies can add QR codes to make current packaging interactive with fully branded, fully hosted mobile website featuring coupons, videos, recipes, social media, and live chat. Solution enables companies to market products directly to consumers via smartphones - instantly, in store, while they shop. Consumers scan QR code with any smartphone, and are brought directly to mobile Internet site with special promotions and other information.

Krones AG    Franklin, WI 53132
Jun 02, 2011 Comprised of container infeed and strapping modules, Evolite Packer handles LitePac packaging, which addresses secondary packaging of PET containers. In infeed module, containers are divided into 2 continuous lane flows. Four strapping units then create LitePac packs in strapping module. Fine-tuned motor dimensioning minimizes power consumption, while standby circuits minimize heat loss at welding tongues. With lifetime-lubricated bearings, machine almost completely eliminates lubricant use.

PDC International Corp.    South Norwalk, CT 06854
May 27, 2011 Operating at speeds up to 350 cpm, Model R-300A has Zero-Downtime feature that allows it to run while film is being spliced between rolls. To achieve this, PDC Accumulator Module accumulates film while ramping down run speed for 60 sec. Machine also offers tool-less size changeover, SIKO digital indicator dials, and motorized machine head height with preset positions. Accommodating straight-wall and hourglass containers, multipacker is suited for rigid packages, cartons, bottles, and cans.

A-B-C Packaging Machine Corp.    Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
May 26, 2011 Measuring 16 ft, 9 in. long, Model 450 is designed to feed, erect, and seal corrugated cases every 1.1 sec. System features solid steel, welded and bolted frame; continuous motion case drive powered by 3 hp motor; vacuum case system; and servo case sealing compression ram that ensures non-stop sealing. Opening arms over-open major flaps to compensate for incorrectly slotted cases, while vacuum cups grip each case from above and below to compensate for warped cases and ensure proper opening.

CoverMate    Hayward, CA 94545
May 25, 2011 Made from clear FDA-compliant food-grade material, free of BPA and PVC, Extra-Large Stretch-to-Fit Covers fit full and half-size hotel and catering pans, cafeteria trays, large serving bowls, and platters. Covers help eliminate spoilage and prevent odor migration where food ingredients and prepared items are stored in walk-in coolers and freezers. FlexBand® creates secure seal over any size or shape container while enabling covers to stretch freely, even after repeated use.

Pregis Corp.    Deerfield, IL 60015
May 23, 2011 To address structural and packaging applications where flame retardancy is important, PolyPlank(TM) Foam is available in FR and FR plus anti-stat grades. Non-abrasive foam provides shock and vibration protection during product transport. Featuring 2.2 lb density, extruded PolyPlank(TM) comes in 2 x 24 x 108 in. size, while laminated PolyPlank(TM) LAM measures 2 x 48 x 108 in. Both can be die-cut, heat-sealed, welded, glued, saw cut, skived, water jet cut, routed, and drilled.

ESS Technologies, Inc.    Blacksburg, VA 24060
May 16, 2011 Available in 2 configurations for narrow or wide pitches, SC Series Horizontal Cartoners handle range of carton sizes at rates up to 60 or 150 cartons/min. Variety of infeed configurations include TaskMate(TM) robotic infeed with FANUC robot and ESS-designed EOAT to pick product from collating conveyor and place it in cartoner bucket conveyor. Machines may use intermittent or continuous motion, depending on required speed, and handle pre-glued cartons with straight or reverse tuck-in closure.

Standard-Knapp, Inc.    Portland, CT 06480
May 13, 2011 Able to reduce packaging waste and increase supply flexibility for contract packers, Tritium(TM) Multipacker with RoboWrap(TM) system features continuous motion and one-button changeover. Robo-Wand(TM) multi-axis programmable path wrapping section can be positioned at any point in space above conveyor and moved to proper place to package particular desired pack pattern. Also included, energy-efficient heat tunnel shrinks film around each multi-pack.

Bosch Packaging Technology    New Richmond, WI 54017
May 11, 2011 Capable of producing 150 packages/min, Pack 301 LD features long-dwell sealing system with sealing time up to 1 sec for air-tight sealed seams. Sealing system automatically detects if products are located between cross-sealing jaws and ensures that these packages are not sealed and are rejected after sealing station. This function eliminates contamination and detects any potential jams on line. Wrapper is suitable for fresh, perishable goods where modified atmosphere packaging is requested.

ITW Muller    Glenview, IL 60025
May 10, 2011 Available as enhancement to Octopus line of stretch wrap equipment or as retrofit to most existing machines, Tail Tucker works by tucking film tail behind last 2 full webs of film, ensuring that no loose film tails occur on stretch wrapped pallets. Unit prevents pallets from coming unraveled due to weather or handling and eliminates need to re-wrap pallets or manually affix tails.

Bosch Packaging Technology    New Richmond, WI 54017
May 05, 2011 Intended for primary and secondary packaging of free-flowing products, 10-lane Sigpack RAx Stick Pack system can handle range of granules, powders, pellets, and piece goods. Turnkey solution can form, fill, and seal up to 1,000 stick packs/min and pack as many as 120 cartons/min. Dosing and sealing technology ensures precise filling and seal integrity. While auger fillers are available for poorly flowing powders to direct product, tipping fillers can be integrated for easy-flow products.

Sidel, Inc.    NOrcross, GA 30092
May 04, 2011 GW net-weight filler comes in several configurations to meet needs of vegetable oil, dairy product, and sauce packagers. Weight sensors are made entirely of stainless steel, can be used for volumes up to 5 L, and feature IP69K protection. Offset valve promotes flexibility for processing liquid as well as more viscous products, while dosing precision is optimized via level regulation system. Output speeds reach up to 60,000 bottles/hr. Hygienic design complies with 3A, EHEDG, and FDA standards.

Bosch Packaging Technology    New Richmond, WI 54017
Apr 28, 2011 Reclosable for storage of unconsumed food, BrightSide provides immediate access to product on opening. Lap seal can be located anywhere on package and facilitates opening by senior citizens, those less mobile, and children. By eliminating need for tearing, pack style ensures branding; promotional and advertising information printed on package surface remains intact after opening. BrightSide can be used with heat and cold sealing as well as mono film.