Ryan Ruskin
New masterbatch boosts PET bottle production efficiency
A new additive masterbatch that aids the mobility of injection stretch blow-molded (ISBM) polyethylene terephthalate bottles allows manufacturers and brand owners to run conveyor belts and production robots without needing a spray coating. The material helps users maintain PET recyclability and adhere to European PET Bottle Platform guidelines.The capability enables operators…
All-in-one case packaging system touts flexibility, top productivity
The new Flex E Pack all-in-one case packaging system combines an automatic case former and an automatic case sealer to create a single integrated system for operators looking to move beyond semi-automatic machinery with a compact, ergonomic setup.Jointly created by Wexxar Bel and Matrix, the integrated design of the Flex E…
Robotic tooling enables tailor-made automated packaging systems
A new line of robotic end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) equipment is designed to empower customers to build automated systems to fit their specific applications. The line of 600 components from Piab includes standard products in a variety of sizes and dimensions.The modular components enable users to build automation tooling systems to fit…
Returnable beverage multipack fits inside reusable crates
The new Fillbee returnable four- or six-bottle multipack can fit inside reusable beverage crates—or be stacked by itself. Typically, returnable bottle crates are used either with loose bottles, or with one-way packs. By contrast, the Fillbee from DS Smith fits right into regular returnable crates, which means glass or polyethylene terephthalate…
3 benefits of banding for food packaging
Food has to look appetizing! Whether it’s on a plate, in a package or on a store shelf, the food industry is strongly driven by product appearance and branding. Combined with consumer demands for clean ingredient labels and simple packaging, presenting a product that fairs well in the marketplace can be…
Diet Coke stands tall with sleek new packaging
The Coca-Cola Co. has released new flavors of Diet Coke in taller, narrower 12-ounce aluminum cans.Launched in 2018, the line of sleeker sodas has been expanded with two flavors: strawberry guava and blueberry acai. According to Rafael Acevedo, group director for Diet Coke, Coca-Cola North America, the reconfigured aluminum cans (provided by Ball…