August 2023

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We recently investigated hot topics, like the latest in food packaging science, iconic packaging colors, and flexible packaging’s end of life. You noticed. …

Souderton, Pennsylvania based Advanced Equipment Sales (AES), a full-service provider of integrated conveyance systems specializing in scrap, trim, and dust, announced the celebration of its 35th year in business alongside the 10th anniversary of one of its industry-leading products, the AirShark rotary material separator.  AES has been at the forefront of…

Palo Alto, California based HP announced a strategic relationship with Green Bay, Wisconsin based Fosber, a machinery manufacturer for the corrugated packaging industry, as part of the PWI SmartStream Solutions Partner Program. This collaboration aims to combine the strengths of both companies and deliver cutting-edge solutions that enhance the capabilities of…

Macarbox is a manufacturer of advanced, high-performance machinery for corrugated board located in the Northern Spain. All Macarbox machines are designed and manufactured in Spain out of high-quality materials from Europe.  Formed in 2009 after purchasing Tecasa technology, Macarbox´s engineering department and manufacturing capacity, as well as innovation have created potent…

Fort Washington, Pennsylvania based Amtech, a provider of software solutions for the corrugated packaging industry, announced the launch of Advanced Shipment Planning (ASP), a new module for their EnCore ERP. This extension leverages machine learning technology to help automate logistics planning, enabling corrugated manufacturers to cut costs, optimize operational efficiency, and…

To ensure its beverages look their best on crowded store shelves and to meet volume demands, a leading bottler installed a new shrink-sleeve labeler with full-package vision inspection that also saved valuable floor space. …

​​​​​​​We see six ways artificial intelligence and machine learning can help you improve your supply chain. But four obstacles stand in the way. …

New curbside recyclable AmFiber Performance Paper packaging looks “natural” on-shelf and prequalifies for How2Recycle’s “widely recycled” designation. …

Knowing the difference between these three maintenance methods can help you eliminate downtime on your packaging lines and improve productivity. …