PACKAGING RESOURCE CENTER
Cast Composite Cartoner
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A device outputs 500 cartons per minute with a 4-in. pitch. The C 2504 features a cast composite machine frame for quiet operation, user-friendly touch screen guidance, and tool control systems. The, machine features safety-glass doors with easy accessibility, and automatic initial filling of the blister magazines, with an integrated check weigh. Separate vacuum systems ensure a cleanroom atmosphere. The C 2504 automatically adjusts all stations to new carton sizes. Uhlmann, Towaco, NJ; 973/402-8855; www.uhlmann-usa.com.
Intermittent Motion
A horizontal-clocked, intermittent-motion cartoner outputs 140 pieces per minute. The Promatic P91 S is equipped with a balcony structure to meet pharmaceutical packaging standards. A control panel with sensor technology monitors the production process. Low-noise and low-vibration brushless motors provide a user-friendly working environment. Romaco Group, Karlsruhe, Germany; +49 7631 70670; www.romacogroup.com.
Small-Footprint Cartoner
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An intermittent-motion cartoner runs at speeds up to 90 cartons per minute, handling objects up to 10 × 4.5 × 12 in. The Eclipse sits on a 7.5 × 4.5-ft footprint. Its walk-in design facilitates the operator’s interface, which features an HMI and motion control package. MGS Machine Corp., Maple Grove, MN; 763/425-8808; www.mgsmachine.com.
Carton Sealer with Printer
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A carton sealer features a water-activated tape dispenser and integrated ink-jet printing system designed to deliver 300 dpi of changeable alpha-numeric messages and high-resolution logos directly on the tape as it is dispensed. Time, date, and code stamping, messaging, and branding can all be produced by the Better Pack 500, eliminating the cost of purchasing preprinted tape. Up to 99 messages can be stored for changeover. Better Packages Inc., Shelton, CT; 800/ 237-9151; www.betterpackages.com.
Cartoner
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A series of cartoners is available in a variety of speed options, from 70 to 500 cartons per minute. The IWK S series is CFR 21 compliant, incorporating an opening system that prepares cartons before they reach the transport lug, preventing unopened cartons from entering the machine. A custom-engineered infeed system enables multiple components of various sizes and shapes to be loaded into the same carton. The S series features servo-driven technology. Oystar USA Pharmaceutical Packaging Division, Fairfield, NJ; 973/227-5575; www.oystarusa.com.
Palletizer
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A device automatically rotates between two stations, loads pallets from a single infeed, and comes preprogrammed to palletize each SKU pallet configuration. The Robox can be designed to palletize a range of products, including rigid cases, bags, cartons, and trays at up to 30 picks per minute or more. A standard Ethernet port allows remote monitoring and diagnosis. Schneider Packaging, Brewerton, NY; 315/676-3035; www.schneiderequip.com.
