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AUTOMATING WHAT’S NEXT IN PACKAGING
Machine control and automation
Beckhoff is back at PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2023! Visit us in Lower South Hall booth 6335 where you will experience what’s next in adaptive automation for packaging and food & beverage processing machines.
The new Beckhoff Vision platform and advanced mechatronics such as XTS NCT and XPlanar
Precision Conveyor Solutions
Industrial Automation, Assembly & Sanitary Options
Dorner’s conveyors are designed to move product to the exact location, at the exact time and in the exact position it needs to be for the next phase of the production line. With benefits such as industry best product transfers and seamless integration, Dorner is leading the market in precision conveyance.
Industrial
Reliable Motion Feedback for Packaging Machinery
EPC specializes in precision motion feedback for packaging functions like bottling, labeling, printing and marking, product inspection, and more. Our encoders are designed to provide reliable motion feedback while withstanding washdown, heat, and vibration. For versatility in packaging, our products offer features such as easy installation, field-programmability, and absolute feedback including CANopen, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT, PROFINET, and BiSS-C protocols.
Tru-Trac® linear measurement solutions · Thru-bore encoders for motor and conveyor feedback · Field-programmable encoders
Packaging Feeders
Whether your operation requires a heavy-duty feeder for bulk material handling, or a sanitary rapid-cycling feeder to package snack foods, Eriez offers specific vibratory equipment to meet your needs. Select from low-profile mechanical feeders to high-speed electromagnetic units to match your application.
Vibratory
Fuji Electric
AC Drives
Fuji Electric delivers high-performance AC Drives that offer automatically controlled motor operations and operating speeds for a wide variety of drive applications in Manufacturing, Food & Beverage, HVAC, and much more. This precision control allows our drives to operate at an optimal speed, reducing overall power and energy consumption to minimize operating costs.
HERMA US
Labeling Machines
The HERMA 500 Label Applicator is an IOT-enabled machine utilizing real-time metrics to optimize production efficiency and consistency, even in a multi-factory setting. Capable of achieving labeling speeds up to 650 ft/min, the HERMA 500 can handle label widths between 3-12 inches and roll diameters from 11–23 inches. The HERMA 500 now features text as well as graphics on the HMI. The text is available in many languages including Spanish and French. Visit www.herma.us to learn more.
Leister Technologies
Revolutionizing Process Heat Applications and Tools
Leister Technologies is a manufacturer of innovative heat sources and systems that are tailored to meet the unique requirements of the packaging industry. By combining precision, reliability, and sustainability, Leister has become a trusted partner for businesses across various sectors, enabling them to achieve enhanced productivity, improved quality, and cost-efficiency. Driving innovation and shaping the future of process heat applications.
Lenze
Lenze is a global manufacturer of electrical and mechanical drives, motion control and automation technology. We are a leading provider of automation solutions to the following industries: consumer packaged goods, material handling and logistics, industrial equipment, robotics, and commercial pumps/fans.
Multi-Conveyor
Our engineers make sure your systems “talk”
Our designers factor in productivity, functionality, ease of use, reduced overall footprint, sanitation, safety, maintenance, longevity and future growth. Engineers integrate operator-to-controls, HMI interface & servos to match your product sizes for quick changeovers or flexibility and increased throughput.
Accumulate, rotate, grip, flip, incline, combine, decline, alpine, invert, divert, merge, curve, transfer, stack, reject, hand pack & more.
PATLITE (U.S.A.) Corporation
P ea ce of Mind with Visible Machine Status
Get instant updates on your machinery’s performance with error-free status indication lights that ensure maximum productivity. Choose from IO-Link or network compatible signal towers, or go with IP69K rated lights to meet sanitation standards.
IP69K Rated Signal Towers and Beacons, IO-Link/USB/LAN/PoE Connected Stack Lights
Air Delivery Devices and Systems
With its unmatched engineering expertise, Paxton Products designs and manufactures high performance air delivery devices and systems that are custom-engineered to optimize the drying and blow-off of your products.
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Pro-face
HMI and IPC Specialists
Pro-face sets the HMI standard with state-of-the-art technology, efficient manufacturing, unparalleled testing, and global distribution and support. Our core product offer includes Pro-face brand HMI software and hardware, and both panel and box style Industrial PCs.
Slideways
Custom and Standard Parts for Conveyors and Machinery
Slideways manufactures standard and custom plastic parts and components for the conveying, packaging, and processing industries. We utilize a range of advanced mechanical plastics that provide wear and friction reduction as well as corrosion and temperature resistance. Our responsive and experienced engineering team works with you to find a solution for your demanding applications and deadlines.
Plastic Parts for Conveyors/Machinery: Guide Rails, Conveyor Components, Belt and Chain Guides, Plastic Chain Tracks, Extruded Profiles
Soft Robotics Inc.
AI-Enabled Food Automation Solutions
Soft Robotics is an industry-leading technology company that designs and builds high-speed food automation solutions using proprietary soft robotic grippers, 3D machine vision, and artificial intelligence software. The company’s transformational technology enables System Integrators, OEM machine builders, and Food Processors to automate complex production processes in the meat/poultry, produce, and baked goods industries.
mGripAI high-speed, bulk-picking automation solution combining 3D vision, artificial intelligence, and soft grasping.
THK Linear Motion Solutions
Exceptional designs deserve superior components
The developer of the original world-class linear motion systems, THK continues to redefine industry standards and to meet an ever-growing range of needs. THK linear motion products play a vital role in the advancement of technology and capability in packaging qpplications.
Linear motion guides, ball screws, linear actuators and cross roller rings
Efficient, Reliable & Low-Profile Conveyor Belt Drives
VDG is the leading manufacturer of premium efficiency, maintenance-free, conveyor belt drives. The onecomponent VDG Drum Motor has all drive components enclosed inside the drive roller, increasing mechanical and electrical efficiency, optimizing space, and promoting operator safety.