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NORD Drivesystems exhibits innovative, reliable solutions at AAAE
These airport industry solutions focus on high efficiency, variant reduction and reducing operating costs.
A first-of-its-kind feeding and coding solution for stand-up pouches
The system leverages vacuum technology to grab the flexible substrate from the bottom of the stack using suction to provide a reliable and repetitive feeding process.
Markoprint Integra PP RAZR Inkjet system for hi-res coding on corrugate, plastic film and resealable pouches
This inkjet printer from AT Information Products enables the coding of high-res images up to 1.34 inches tall.
PV-powered refrigerated warehouses keep their cool with ice storage
The effect of two types of ice storage modes on the performance of a photovoltaic (PV)-powered refrigerated warehouse was evaluated.
Complete adjustable and cantilever shelving
A streamlined approach uses just one model number to bundle together shelves and posts.
Allrounder 520 A: Innovative IML application for medical technology
The sustainable in-mold labeling (IML) application with high repetition accuracy and added value is ideal for the pharmaceutical and medical technology industries.
Engineer saves opened wine with argon gas spray
The argon is safe, nontoxic and nonflammable, and will displace oxygen in the bottle, which is largely responsible for wine tasting like vinegar in the days after a bottle has been opened.
Researchers adding recycled mineral wool waste to cement mortar to improve construction sustainability
Researchers from the School of Building at Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM) have demonstrated that mineral wool from construction and demolition waste (CDW) could potentially be used as an alternative to the reinforced fibers commonly used in building materials.
Startup turning sawdust into plastic bottles
A tech startup in Ontario, Canada, will soon be paying local sawmills for sawdust to use in the making of plant-based plastic bottles, according to reports.
Cassava-based, biodegradable food wrap boosts strength with canola byproducts
The leftover straw is typically used for little else beyond bedding for soil nutrients, yet contains valuable ingredients such as lignin and cellulose.
New bioplastic food film made from fish scales, red algae
A product design student at the University of Sussex in the U.K. has developed a plastic film wrap alternative that is composed of fish skin, fish scales and red algae.
Innovator develops technology for turning banana leaves into single-use packaging
In a bid to find an eco-friendly substitute for single-use plastics, an India-based technology and scientific research company has developed a plastic alternative material composed of banana leaves.
EPA strengthens emission standards for gasoline distribution facilities
The revised rules are expected to reduce emissions of these contaminants by 2,220 tons per year, and to lower emissions of volatile organic compounds by 45,400 tons per year.
Longer introduces its Laser Engraving: Nano
Nano is ready to use right away; whether for engraving personalized gifts or crafting intricate designs, users can achieve their desired results with ease and precision.
BW Flexible Systems’ Hayssen R300 to launch at PACK EXPO East
The hand-fed flow wrapper is designed to increase ease of use, minimize chances of setup error and improve ergonomics for operators.
Greener Corporation provides tips for forming, cutting and sealing sustainable mono materials on flow wrappers and vertical baggers
The properties that can make mono polyethylene (PE) and mono polypropylene (PP) more challenging to form, cut and seal are discussed.
Caustic wash down former and right-angle closer spotlighted at PACK EXPO East
Designed specifically for caustic washdown environments, these systems offer unparalleled efficiency and space optimization.
BIXOLON’s showcase at PACK EXPO East 2024
Desktop, industrial and mobile label printing solutions will be on display.
ISCAR announces new indexable milling cutters
ISCAR has announced its NEODO family of 90° indexable milling cutters intended for roughing, semi-finishing and shoulder milling — specifically for steel and cast-iron.
A look at human-centered bulk inventory technology
Sophisticated instruments such as level sensors and cloud-based software now replace repeatable practices, but don't eliminate the need for personnel.