On 5 June, the European Commission published a Commission Notice providing further clarity about the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation in practice. We take a closer look at the document to understand its requirements in detail, including the current status of PFAS restrictions, the…
In this Innovation Spotlight, Dow outlines how its extrusion coating portfolio aims to support recyclability requirements and regulatory readiness, and how its collaboration with RDM Group demonstrates how lightweight polymer coatings can extend the use of fibre-based packaging into applications…
Oliver Vogel, team leader and solutions consultant with a special focus on digital engineering and process automation with Rockwell Automation, says the use of digital twins by Pearson Packaging Systems perfectly illustrates the potential of the technology to generate real business benefits. He…
When the entire production line is tied together via the digital thread, companies can contextualise their operations, understand the biggest contributors to their energy footprints, and reduce them – an effort that Rockwell Automation can facilitate. Uwe Kueppers, manager of Kalypso, runs us…
AIPIA member Greiner Packaging, which creates plastic packaging for the food and non-food sectors, has created a fun and interactive connected experience to celebrate the next iteration of its sustainable K3® packaging.
Now that digitalisation is on the rise, technologies like edge, IoT, and augmented reality are breaking the traditional automation pyramid down into a collaborative network known as the interconnected lifecycle model. Uwe Kueppers, manager at Kalypso, a Rockwell Automation company, tells us more…
Leibinger has unveiled the IQJET – which claims to be the world’s first intelligent coding and marking system and is set to apply direct coding and marking to products and packaging in the FMCG and industrial sectors – at this year’s interpack.
At interpack 2023, VDMA is discussing global trends surrounding sustainability and market growth in the food processing and packaging machinery sector – highlighting China as an important market, calling for revisions to the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), and more.
With the rapid advancement of technology, next generation motion control is poised to revolutionise the packaging industry – from improved manufacturing processes to more advanced and flexible packaging systems. Rosa Piazzolla, EMEA product manager of mechatronics, and Ulrich Arlt, EMEA business…
Organizations are embracing digital transformation and disrupting business models with new value propositions. For example, Emulate3D dynamic digital twin software can help manufacturers simulate and emulate a production cell, complete production system, or manufacturing line before you even lay…
‘Preventive’ maintenance aims to stop breakdowns from occurring through adherence to a pre-ordained timetable in which fixed maintenance routines will be implemented at regular times. Andreu Cuartiella, Lifecycle Services Commercial Manager, EMEA at Rockwell Automation, tells us more.
SOMIC is displaying its SOMIC 434 machine series for tray packaging, tray lid, or wraparound solutions, and the SOMIC CORAS collection and grouping system, at interpack 2023.
For learning and development programs to be effective and successful, they need to meet the users where they are. As programs equip employees with the knowledge and tools to be successful in their roles, it’s no surprise that the industrial sector is utilizing augmented reality (AR).
