Compostable extruded tube netting
01 April, 2009 | Supplied by: BioPak
BioPak has launched BioNet compostable extruded net tubing.
Metal detectors
01 April, 2009 | Supplied by: Dynamic Inspection Ltd
Dynamic Inspection has introduced a high-sensitivity metal detector for non-conductive products that is able to detect down to 1.5 mm ferrous and 2.0 mm stainless in a 350 mm high aperture. The system is suitable for dry applications such as powders, rice grains, etc. Smaller apertures detect smaller contaminants.
Label and bar code printer
01 April, 2009 | Supplied by: Label Power Pty Ltd
The Primera LX200 Barcode Label and Tag printer uses monochrome high-speed printing technology with 1200 dpi print resolution.
Ultrasonic sealing for food and confectionary
01 April, 2009 | Supplied by: Nupac Industries Pty Ltd
Bosch Packaging Technology has introduced ultrasonic sealing technology for vertical form, fill and seal machinery for use in food and confectionery packaging applications. Ultrasonic sealing is a method for joining thermoplastic materials together by emitting acoustic vibrations, creating a tight, strong seam for closures in doy-style stand-up pouches, gusseted and pillowbag packaging formats.
Carton closer
01 April, 2009 | Supplied by: Nupac Industries Pty Ltd
The Doboy TSC-090-tri-seal carton closer seals and closes top-loaded tri-seal paperboard cartons and is suitable for applications in the food, bakery, pharmaceutical and frozen item markets.
Semi-automatic cap tightening
01 April, 2009 | Supplied by: Packserv Pty Ltd
The Semi-Automatic Cap Tightening (AC-1) machine is air operated, fully torque adjustable and has a variety of chucks and attachments to suit just about every screw-top closure.
One-way kegs
01 April, 2009 | Supplied by: Scholle Industries
The KeyKeg consortium has announced two new product developments for the one-way keg market — the KeyKeg disposable dispensing line and the first three KeyKeg beer and wine cooler dispensers to accommodate the new disposable dispensing line.
Sleeve labeller
01 April, 2009 | Supplied by: JL Lennard Pty Ltd
The Sleevematic M sleeve labeller is the versatile solution from Krones AG for a wide range of dress variants, such as full-length sleeves, part-sleeves or tamper-evident sealing.
VFFS packaging system
01 April, 2009 | Supplied by: TNA Solutions Pty Ltd
The robag 3 ttx 320 vertical form fill and seal packaging system is a rotary double jaw (RDJ) that is claimed will double production rates.
HMPS5000 wraparound case packer
01 April, 2009 | Supplied by: Hot Melt Packing Systems
The fully automatic HMPS5000 wraparound case packer can be used to eliminate end-of-line labour constraints.
Desktop barcode label and receipt printer
16 March, 2009 | Supplied by: http://www.peacocks.com.au
The Zebra G-Series desktop barcode label and receipt printer range from Zebra technologies provides increased durability, ease of use and claims to provide the best value of all basic desktop thermal label printers.
Portable cap torque gauge
11 December, 2008 | Supplied by: IDM Instruments
The Mark-10 Series MGTC Cap Torque Gauge features a universal grip for caps from 16.5 to 45.7 mm diameter, providing a simple solution for basic handheld cap torque testing in packaging applications.
Mt Wellington distribution centre for CCA
02 November, 2008 by Swisslog
Coca-Cola Amatil (NZ) officially opened its multi-million-dollar, state-of-the-art distribution centre in Auckland in August 2008.
Cartoning new markets
01 November, 2008
In the fruit juice drinks and still water segments, carton packaging has lost market shares to PET in recent years, but worldwide, the use of carton packaging for beverages is still increasing.
Automated label printer applicator
13 August, 2008 | Supplied by: Peacock Bros Pty Ltd
Weber’s 3500 label printer and label applicator is for pressure-sensitive label printing and automated label application systems. In addition to offering a broad selection of high-quality print engines featuring a range of print resolutions and label dispensing speeds, the device is now available with optional RFID print-encode engines.
