Case Forming/ Packing/ Sealing

IPG Launches “Packaging Diagnostics” to Optimize Global Packaging Line Performance

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

The new unified service platform integrates advanced monitoring, adhesion testing, and expert audits to maximize uptime and operational efficiency.

Carl Roeder Joins SOMIC Packaging as Northwest Regional Sales Manager

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:01:36 -0500

Based in Mead, Wash., near Spokane, Roeder is responsible for a territory that includes seven states stretching from the west coast to the Dakotas, and three Canadian provinces: Alberta, British Columbia and Saskatchewan.

Cannabis Packaging Goes High-Tech

addingtonb@bnpmedia.com (Brad Addington) — Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Packaging Strategies doesn't often cover cannabis packaging or focus on a single company, but LeafyPack's impressive use of robotics, AI, and vision systems in this field caught our attention.

MGS to Introduce MatriX SL™ Side-Load Case Packer at PACK EXPO Las Vegas

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 18:41:21 -0400

Designed for mid- to high-speed production, the cost-effective machine packs regular slotted containers (RSC), wrap-around cases, and trays on a single platform, providing manufacturers with space-saving flexibility across food, pharma, personal care, and home care lines.

SOMIC Partners with Weber to Streamline Convenience Meal Packaging

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 10:37:13 -0400

Weber and SOMIC Packaging formed a partnership that is built on one simple goal: to make it easy for processors to produce high quality, retailer-ready meal solutions using less labor and real estate with fewer headaches.

Serpa to Unveil Breakthrough Drop Packer at PACK EXPO Las Vegas

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 01:00:00 -0400

The DP260 is a cost-effective automated case packing solution that offers single and tandem drop options and capable of achieving speeds of up to 60 cases per minute.

Bradman Lake Announces Launch of New Wraparound Case Packer

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:29:30 -0400

Engineered to meet the demands of modern manufacturing, the WR6X offers a compact, high-speed solution for businesses seeking to increase packaging capacity without the need for additional factory space.

Masters Galley Foods to Add Fourth SOMIC Machine for Cheese Packaging

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 13:08:12 -0400

“The new slice line is needed to keep pace with the organic growth of our existing customers, and the overall strong demand for slices in both retail and food service packs,” said Jeff Gentine, Master Gallery Food’s second-generation president and CEO.

Case Forming and Packing: Smarter, Faster and More Versatile

addingtonb@bnpmedia.com (Brad Addington) — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

The Case Forming Machinery Market is projected to grow from $2.78 billion in 2022 to $4.12 billion by 2030, driven by demand for automated and sustainable packaging solutions. Learn more about cutting-edge forming and packing solutions.

PODCAST | Trends in Secondary and End-of-Line Packaging

addingtonb@bnpmedia.com (Brad Addington) — Mon, 24 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

As someone who heads the U.S. operations of Germany’s SOMIC, Peter Fox is intimately familiar with the different approaches that North America and Europe take to secondary and end-of-line packaging. In this interview, Fox shares those insights as well as what he sees as overarching trends in packaging.

Packaging Machinery Sales Projected to Grow to New Highs through 2027

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 00:00:15 -0500

PMMI report forecasts slower growth for 2024, faster thereafter through 2027.

Tip of the Iceberg: A Preview of the Learning Opportunities at PACK EXPO

addingtonb@bnpmedia.com (Brad Addington) — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Packaging Strategies’ recent reporting on PACK EXPO International 2024 – though extensive – represents a mere fraction of the networking and expertise sharing that will take place at the event.

EndFlex Introduces Wraparound Case Packer for High-level Product Protection

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 14:30:00 -0400

Part of the Paxiom Group, EndFlex’s commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction has resulted in a diverse product line that includes case erecting, tray forming, case sealing, case packing, tray loading, pick & place, and robotic palletizing machines.

Once Upon a Farm Sees Growth with SOMIC's 424 W3 Wraparound Case Packing System

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 12:49:07 -0400

Prior to purchasing the pair of SOMIC case packing systems, Once Upon a Farm’s co-packers used manual labor to handle the products.

Miswa Chemicals UK Automates Trio of End-of-Lines with Help from Sidel

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 13:45:05 -0400

With its large packing portfolio and secondary packaging expertise, Sidel has provided three adapted case packers to handle different homecare, automotive and insecticide products on three lines, contributing to an overall 40% production line increase.

Serpa to Highlight FG1 Top Load Carton/Tray/Case Former at PACK EXPO 2024

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 12:28:41 -0400

The FG1 Top Load Carton/Tray/Case Former is one of Serpa’s most versatile machines.

Paxiom Group's ValTara Launches Robot Case Packer for Pouches, Cartons and Trays

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 16:55:00 -0400

The system is designed to provide fast, accurate, and efficient case packing for a wide range of products.

Companies Make Headlines with Small Footprints, High Speeds

addingtonb@bnpmedia.com (Brad Addington) — Wed, 28 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500

In 2023, the packaging equipment industry saw significant innovations, including Packsize's award-winning X5® solution, MGS's Matrix TL top-loading case packer, and Ishida Europe's ACP-700 series automatic case packing system. Read more about these game-changing innovations!

Ishida Europe Releases New Version of Automatic Case Packing System

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 12:26:34 -0400

The ACP-722 RRP offers one of the smallest footprints currently available, being up to 50% smaller than equivalent casepacker models.

MGS introduces compact top load case packer for diverse packaging requirements

Wed, 24 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Especially well-suited for Home Care, Personal Care and Pharma, the Matrix TL delivers favorable speed and efficient changeovers in a small footprint.

Packsize's X5 Erected Box System Named Finalist for 2023 MHI Innovation Award

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 12:07:29 -0400

The X5 is the world’s first fully-automated erected box system and the most advanced, flexible, efficient and sustainable platform available for the e-commerce industry.

Technology is Revolutionizing Cartoning and Case Packing

addingtonb@bnpmedia.com (Brad Addington) — Thu, 02 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Robotics and automation are changing the cartoning and case-packing landscape by providing faster packaging, taking up less space, improving workplace safety, and freeing up employees for other tasks.

Crown Packaging Expands Services

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 11:47:18 -0500

Crown Packaging Corp. expands services to meet growing demand for packaging solutions.

Atlantic Packaging Expands National Footprint with Opening of Henderson, Nevada Facility

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 17:22:06 -0500

New 34,000 square foot facility enables Atlantic Packaging to further support West Coast customers and the continued transition to sustainable packaging.

New Single Roll Bundler

Sat, 30 Jul 2022 14:00:00 -0400

Texwrap’s Kayat SRX Series Single Roll Bundler uses a bottom overlap seal technology for a strong seal and improved product presentation.

Automating Your Case Forming and Pack Cell Operations

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0500

The goal of secondary packaging is to ensure the integrity of a product during storage and transportation, making sure it reaches the hands of the user in the same state as it was made.

Five Benefits of Case Sealing

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 11:00:00 -0500

Converting from standard flat tape application to one with a folded edge has the potential to revolutionize case sealing, whether automated or done by hand.

Protective Paper-Based Wrapping System

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 14:26:00 -0400

HexcelPack’s Mini Packing Station can be used to dispense the company’s sustainable HexcelWrap cushioning paper.

Quantum Design to Showcase KTI and CTC Products at Label Congress this Fall

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 10:12:00 -0400

Quantum Design will exhibit the KTI and CTC product lines this Fall at Label Congress 2021.