Material Handling and Packaging

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  • Forensic scientists reconstruct human remains using additive manufacturing

    To better preserve bone fragments from a crime scene, forensic scientists from the University of Portsmouth are reconstructing those bone fragments using 3D printing.

  • New nanofiber protects against extreme temps, ballistics

    Researchers from Harvard University in collaboration with West Point and the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Soldier Center (CCDC SC) have combined the properties of two different types of Kevlar material to create a nanofiber capable of protecting against both extreme temperatures and high-speed ballistics.

  • Watch: Design of new drilling robot inspired by moles

    The new drilling robot could be useful for space exploration and mining for underground resources.

  • Saint-Gobain® heat sealing tapes improve manufacturing efficiency

    The value of a high-quality heat sealing tape is an important element in heat sealing machine applications.

  • Solutions to global mask, face shield shortages emerge from COVID-19 pandemic

    Solutions to fill mask shortages have emerged from all corners of the world.

  • Tomorrow's electric vehicle, today with Siemens' digital twin technology

    Uniti and Siemens create an advanced electric vehicle through the digital twin of design, development and manufacturing. Not only a more affordable EV, but an answer for a greener planet.

  • Team creates self-cleaning aluminum surface

    Scientists from the Technische Universität Dresden and the Fraunhofer Institute for Material and Beam Technology IWS have developed a self-cleaning aluminum.

  • Team develops antibiofouling diamond film

    Researchers from the Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology (SIAT) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences have developed a new biomimetic antibiofouling diamond film.

  • Researchers develop egg-based coating for produce

    Researchers from Rice University have developed a new coating derived from egg waste that protects fruits and vegetables for extended periods.

  • The igus® virtual trade show booth: Discover 100 new and innovative products remotely

    Our booth is built and ready to go (virtually)! Discover top new igus® products here.

  • Company develops antimicrobial shopping cart guard to protect consumers

    A consumer packaging company in collaboration with a plastics manufacturer has designed an antimicrobial “shield” for shopping cart handles amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • Tech companies develop fast-food trays with antimicrobial properties

    A collaboration between tech companies has resulted in the development of new fast-food trays composed of recycled ocean plastic waste infused with antimicrobial properties that keep the trays constantly clean.

  • Team is developing face mask that emits fluorescent signal when it encounters COVID-19

    Researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard University are modifying a tool originally used to detect the Ebola and Zika viruses to also detect SARS-CoV2 (CoV2), the virus that causes COVID-19.

  • NTU introduces new method for extracting chitin from crustaceans, fruit waste

    Researchers at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Singapore have developed an environmentally friendly and inexpensive technique for creating chitin by combining crustacean and fruit waste.

  • Magnetic systems aid automated material handling applications

    Magnetic Sheet Fanners, Transporter® LP's, and Transfer Conveyors increase production speeds in automated material handling applications.

  • Top 5 industrial robotics applications

    From food processing to automotive production, industrial robots are becoming ubiquitous. Highly-automated and programmable, these machines execute repetitive tasks with high precision, reliability and throughput.

  • Challenges for the packaging industry

    What challenges will the packaging industry have to face in the next 10 years to remain competitive? Especially in the technologies it uses. Here are some answers.

  • 4 tips for laser engraver maintenance

    Like any other machine, laser engravers require maintenance to keep them running at optimal condition. Here are some tips on how to clean a laser engraver to keep it in top condition.

  • Collaborators develop 3D printed ventilator that works without electricity

    Collaborators from the University of Central Florida and Oregon Health and Science University have developed a 3D printed ventilator that operates without electricity.

  • Purdue is investigating the feasibility of 3D printing concrete for wind turbine architecture

    Researchers from Purdue University in collaboration with additive manufacturing startup RCAM Technologies are exploring methods for 3D printing concrete components for building offshore wind turbine structures.

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