Smart Technology

Pack Expo 2017

Bosch unveils vertical bagger for candy and snacks standup pouches

28-Sep-2017 By Douglas Yu

Bosch says its new bagger can seal both edges of the zipper on a standup pouch so that candy and snacks will not snag on the zipper when consumers pour them out.

Schenck Process to expand its international footprint

22-Sep-2017 By Jenny EAGLE

Schenck Process is entering an ‘exciting new chapter’ and expanding its international footprint following an agreement with Blackstone.

‘Product blending is becoming increasingly popular’ says tna as it launches VMBS for snacks and gummies

21-Sep-2017 By Jenny EAGLE

tna has launched a vibratory motion blending system (VMBS) called roflo 3 to mix multiple dry or wet products.

Bühler acquires Haas to add biscuit capabilities

14-Sep-2017 By Oliver NIEBURG

The Bühler Group has acquired Austrian-based confectionery, biscuits and wafer equipment supplier Haas for an undisclosed sum.

The Navigator Group to acquire Sapal from Bosch Packaging

06-Sep-2017 By Jenny EAGLE

The Navigator Group has signed a contract to acquire Sapal from Bosch's Packaging Technology division.

Constantia Flexibles to meet demand for specialty laminates in coffee, confectionery & snacks

06-Sep-2017 By Jenny EAGLE

Constantia Flexibles has invested €6m ($7m) to meet a growing demand for specialty laminates in high property barriers, for confectionery, coffee and snacks.

Treofan to expand in the Americas and Turkey

01-Sep-2017 By Jenny EAGLE

Treofan is expanding its biaxially oriented polypropylene (BOPP) film for packaging in the Americas and Turkey.

Baker Perkins expands flat lollipop stick placer series securing a client win in Asia

23-Aug-2017 By Jenny EAGLE

Baker Perkins has expanded its ServoForm range for lollipop production with the flat lollipop stick placer.   

LoeschPack to investigate integration of robot kinematics in its machines

02-Aug-2017 By Jenny EAGLE

LoeschPack will investigate the integration of robot kinematics in its machines in response to demand for customization, says incoming MD Dr Thomas Cord.

Schubert 3D camera ‘one step closer to long-term goal of optical 3D recognition’

28-Jul-2017 By Jenny EAGLE

Schubert has developed a 3D camera which can pick up ‘disorganized products’ from a storage bin.

EyeSucceed to address food safety issues with wearable technology

27-Jul-2017 By Jenny EAGLE

NSF International, which partnered with Google to pilot its EyeSucceed Smart Glasses, has been recognized as a ‘Glass Partner’ for food industry applications.

Schubert wins packaging contract with Belgian biscuit manufacturer

24-Jul-2017 By Jenny EAGLE

Belgian biscuit manufacturer Destrooper-Olivier has partnered with Gerhard Schubert after meeting them at the 2016 ProSweets trade fair in Cologne.

Apple iPhone iOS 11 available to the public in September

Talkin’ Things NFC Smart Packaging System integrates iPhone and Android

13-Jun-2017 By Jenny EAGLE

Talkin’ Things has created a Near Field Communication (NFC) enabled Smart Packaging System that integrates iPhone and Android users.

Innovia creates Propafilm REF BOPP film for biscuits, bakery, confectionery & tea

01-Jun-2017 By Jenny EAGLE

Innovia has launched a Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene (BOPP) film called Propafilm REF for biscuits, bakery, confectionery, dried foods and tea.

Weaver Nut Company to boost production by 70% with Bell-style chocolate panning machine

24-May-2017 By Douglas Yu

Molded chocolate manufacturer Weaver Nut Company has added a new chocolate panning machine and polishing pans to meet its growing customer base.