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PEC 2020
unPACKED Podcast: Hall of Fame Packaging Tech Trends in 2021
Listen to the unPACKed with Packaging World podcast for Pat Reynold's top technology trends from PACK EXPO Connects.
PEC 2020
Report: Innovative New Machinery at PACK EXPO Connects
PMMI Media Group editors—covering a virtual event instead of an in-person exposition—divided and conquered to collectively take in as much of PACK EXPO Connects as possible. Here’s what they saw in the machinery category.
Robotics
Cobots Have Changed The Game, says Automation World's Dave Greenfield
Building a work cell where humans and machines can work side-by-side, even in the most robust industrial applications, check out this five-minute video report.
Sponsored
LOGO! 8.3 Logic Modules
LOGO! module now performs functions previously reserved for larger controllers. Users are no longer limited by the storage volume of the SD card but can now send it to the cloud.
Robotics
Technology Matters: New Servo Drive, Robots, and Flexible Feeder System
Highlights of several new automation technologies showcased at PACK EXPO Connects, including Lenze's new i950 servo drive, Omron's HD-1500 autonomous mobile robot & FH 3D vision sensor, and Epson Robots' IntelliFlex flexible feeder and C12XL 6-axis robot.
Plant Maintenance
Smart Glasses Ease Troubleshooting Communication
Beumer has added augmented reality to the tools available to its customers while servicing equipment, enabling faster, easier support. The OEM even used the smart glasses technology to commission and install new equipment during the COVID-19 pandemic.
PEC 2020
Overcoming Obstacles at PACK EXPO Connects
Spee-Dee Packaging shares with UnPACKed with PMMI podcast how it adapted when hurdles presented themselves and what the company will do to remain engaged with PACK EXPO Connects through March 31, 2021.
Sponsored
LOGO! 8.3 Logic Modules
LOGO! module now performs functions previously reserved for larger controllers. Users are no longer limited by the storage volume of the SD card but can now send it to the cloud.
PEC 2020
Exhibitor Initiative Drives PACK EXPO Connects Achievement
The experience continues online through March 31, 2021
PEC 2020
Robotics Integration in End-of-Line Packaging
Showing how various modules can be integrated into a packaging line with robotic capabilities, Brenton highlighted innovations in case packing and linear servo tracks.
PEC 2020
Motor/Drive Systems Maintain Speed Regardless of Load
Oriental Motor highlighted its BMU and BLE2 series of high-performance, IP66 motors that feature speed and torque monitoring.
PEC 2020
Blister Machine Features Vacuum System for Reject/Transfer
In the compact TF1pro blister machine, a vacuum arm lifts ‘good’ blisters, precisely lowering them to the transfer actuator. Another key safeguard: an upper seal plate that retracts when web motion stops to prevent unnecessary heat exposure.
PEC 2020
Sentient Labeling Machine Self Diagnoses
Sentient is a human term, which means to feel and perceive.
PEC 2020
Guided Analytics Software Streamlines Equipment Maintenance
Aveva demonstrates how the guided analytics capabilities of its Insight software alerts users to performance anomalies, directs repairs, and provides deep, user-specific equipment details.
PEC 2020
Improving Product Quality with Automated Traceability
Omron Automation demonstrates how it uses the MQTT industrial communication protocol to track work-in-process and finished goods.
PEC 2020
What Is Machine-Centric Robotics?
End users’ increasing retrofits of machines to process more SKUs is driving the integration of ABB’s robots with B&R’s control system to speed up cycle times, minimize dwell times, and eliminate extra hardware like external encoders for tracking.
PEC 2020
Opportunities for Robotics in Omni-Channel Fulfillment
Fanuc shares stats on e-commerce growth as well as provides insight on the opportunities for using robotics in a number points along the logistics supply chain.
PEC 2020
Human-Like Robotic Visual Inspection for Vials, Syringes and More
With deep learning, the Vision Robot Unit is designed to meet emerging “smart factory” needs for a fully automated, flexible inspection system that enhances control process reliability.
PEC 2020
SIKO Adds IO-Link to Positioning Drives
With the open standard of the IO-Link interface, integration options are available for machine control from a variety of providers.
PEC 2020
New Edge Computing Platform Combines Data, Analytics, and Control
The forthcoming PACEdge IIoT controller from Emerson Automation Solutions combines Emerson’s technologies with those from its recent acquisitions of GE Intelligent Platforms and Progea.
PEC 2020
End-of-Line Automation: Risk Reduction Through Digital Twin Technology
See how digital twin technology can speed design and concept level processes for risk reduction and faster machine development solutions.
PEC 2020
Modular Platform for Healthcare Manufacturing
Optima's new Zero machine platform offers extreme flexibility in packaging for a range of products in one system, including feminine hygiene and light incontinence products.
PEC 2020
A Cobot for End-of-Line Palletizing
Yaskawa Motoman’s HC20XP collaborative robot with a 1.7 meter reach is IP67-rated, easy to program, and safe and flexible enough to work alongside people or move between conveyors.
