Western Scale’s unique solution for produce-processing
November 30, 2020
The solution offers users 205 and 225 indicators, along with floor scales.
RGG’s auto-boxing solution reduces labor requirements
November 30, 2020
The solution can auto-box more than 500 parcels an hour, while using only one operator.
AGV system performs packaging manufacturer’s deep lane storage
November 23, 2020
The system uses laser navigation at 20 feet on a moveable mast.
Exhibitor initiative drives Pack Expo Connects achievement
November 18, 2020
The experience continues online through March 31, 2021
Parcel dimensioning minimizes freight costs for Packers Pro Shop
November 16, 2020
The Green Bay Packers use dimensioning systems to cost-effectively ship online orders. With machinery to right-size shipping cartons and dimensioning, freight costs are minimized.
Recycling coastline plastic into premium reusable packaging
November 16, 2020
Plastic waste on the beach is now being used in packaging from totes to bulk containers. And if one pioneer has her way, this is only a start.
Liviri wins Reusable Packaging Association’s 2020 Excellence in Reusable Packaging Award
November 2, 2020
Liviri reusable packaging manufacturer partners with Bulgheroni to replace insulated cardboard boxes with Liviri Vino containers for e-commerce wine shipments, increasing product protection and reducing distribution costs and environmental impact
Packaging Corner: Streamline your pack and ship process
October 29, 2020
Double-sided printing of labels and lists for e-commerce and other shipments increases accuracy while reducing labor needed to get orders out the door in the least amount of time.
Revamped industry tool allows manufacturers to understand total cost of machinery purchase
October 27, 2020
The tool was developed by the OpX Leadership Network convened by PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies.
60 Seconds with Kyle Ous, Senior Manager of Packaging at Chainalytics
October 21, 2020
Modern staff sat down Kyle Ous, Senior Manager of Packaging at Chainalytics to discuss E-commerce trends and other topics.
Reusable Packaging Association to host events at Pack Expo Connects
October 21, 2020
Association to host Innovation Stage Sessions, Learning Center Education Sessions, and the 2020 Excellence in Reusable Packaging Award Presentation at PACK EXPO Connects.
PMMI adds 21 new companies this fall
October 21, 2020
PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, announced the continued growth of its membership, adding 21 new companies this Fall, bringing active membership to 943.
2020 Packaging Issue: More than meets the eye
October 14, 2020
As we do every year at this time, we push the ever-growing importance of pallets and packaging into the spotlight in our annual Packaging Issue. This year the issue coincides with PMMI’s Pack Expo Connects, the association’s virtual event running Nov. 9-13. You can use our pages as a primer before you scroll through the products on display this year.
The way to perfect packout
October 12, 2020
The manual pack out station can be an afterthought when it comes to optimal material flow. When equipment is configured to meet the ergonomic needs of operators and blend automation process flow and presentation of goods with efficient process steps at the station, it’s an opportunity to make pack out more productive and safer.
PMMI’s 2020 On the Rise Awards recognize the next generation of leaders
October 9, 2020
This award recognizes 15 young professionals who have demonstrated outstanding achievements and leadership potential in the packaging and processing industry.
Perfect Pallets acquires “Super D” pallet molds from PDQ Plastics
October 1, 2020
With the addition of the PDQ “Super D” pallet and containment drum pallet, this new product line helps complement the returnable offering in the Perfect Pallet family of pallets.
Packaging & Processing Hall of Fame welcomes 4 members
October 1, 2020
The Class of 2020 will be acknowledged virtually, during the web-based PACK EXPO Connects event, produced by PMMI Media Group.
SSI Schaefer announces Clear Stream program for reusable containers
September 30, 2020
The Clear Stream program is launching as part of the 50 Sustainability and Climate Leaders initiative, which SSI Schaefer has been selected as the only global material handling company to participate.
RM2 opens new hygienic pallet washing facility in Northwest Arkansas
September 30, 2020
Reusable IoT pallet supplier expands network to serve increased demand for hygienic pallets
ProMach acquires Panther Industries
September 18, 2020
Deal expands ProMach’s portfolio of industrial label applicator solutions