Cartoning

Optimizing Bag-in-Box Production

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

In this case study, we look at how a new bag-in-box project for a global brand required contract packager GreenSeed to move beyond its existing machines and invest in a dedicated, high-capacity line. The project moved from initial consultation in late spring to a fully operational installation by year-end. Learn more.

Bradman Lake Addresses Packaging Priorities with Carton Former and Carton Closer

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:00:41 -0500

Company notes that smaller and right‑sized packaging formats are gaining momentum as consumers seek affordability, convenience, portion control, and solutions that help reduce waste and storage challenges.

JLS Automation Appoints Sean Spees as Director of Cartoning Solutions

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 14:45:37 -0500

Spees brings more than 20 years of industry and leadership experience to JLS, with a primary concentration in end-of-line automation.

Intermittent Cartoner for Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Packaging

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:00:05 -0500

Compact, servo-driven system ensures precise, reliable, and GMP-compliant cartoning for bottles, blisters, and tubes.

R.A Jones to Launch New End-Load Cartoner at PACK EXPO Las Vegas

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 12:57:44 -0400

Expertly engineered for diverse product mixes without requiring extensive automation, the Alterion is an ideal solution for multiple industries, including food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and personal care.

SIG Announces Expansion Plans for Querétaro Facility

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 14:29:29 -0400

Following the successful start of operations in early 2023, the company will invest an additional $35 million beginning in 2025, reinforcing its long-term commitment to the markets of Canada, the United States, Mexico, and Central America.

Elopak Becomes Co-Owner of Blue Ocean Closures

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 11:40:53 -0400

Blue Ocean Closures’ products offer a more sustainable alternative to plastic closures that could help to further lower the overall carbon footprint of Elopak’s cartons by reducing plastic content and increasing the use of paper fibers.

SIG Opens Aseptic Cartoning Plant in India

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 13:57:13 -0500

Designed with cutting-edge technology, the plant in the state of Gujarat has an initial annual production capacity of up to 4 billion aseptic carton packs, meeting the highest environmental standards while creating more than 300 local jobs.

Syntegon to Feature Kliklok ACC Carton Closer at PACK EXPO Southeast

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 16:00:38 -0500

The new Kliklok ACC is designed to meet the customer requirements in reliable product packaging.

Embracing Versatility: Cartoners Package Everything from Pharmaceuticals to Tabasco Sauce

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Cartons are vital in pharmaceuticals and food. At PACK EXPO 2024, Bradman Lake unveiled a High-Speed End Load Cartoner, and R.A Jones will supply McIlhenny Company with four Legacy CS-600 cartoners for TABASCO®. IWK Packaging introduced the CH 4 for delicate pharmaceuticals, highlighting efficiency in cartoning.

McIlhenny Company Enlists R.A Jones Cartoners for TABASCO® Products

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 11:04:00 -0400

McIlhenny returned to R.A Jones to upgrade its production lines with four new Legacy CS-600 ultra high-speed Horizontal End Load Cartoners.

IWK Packaging Systems Introduces Modular Horizontal Cartoning Machine

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 10:04:00 -0400

The innovative machine platform can be offered in either intermittent-motion or continuous motion and has the flexibility to handle carton opening from either direction.

PMMI Report: Brand Owners Rely on Contract Packaging, Contract Manufacturing

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Hiring a CP/CM provider allows brand owners to access machinery/packaging formats not available in-house, test new packaging, offer customized packaging, and more.

Bradman Lake to showcase cartoner, flow wrapper and more at Pack Expo

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400

During the exhibition, attendees can view curated videos showcasing how Bradman Lake's equipment seamlessly integrates across different packaging processes.

Bradman Lake to Showcase Flow Wrapper, End Load Cartoner at PMMA

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 16:42:03 -0400

Attendees are invited to visit stand C100 to witness the renowned FT120 Flow Wrapper in action, now featuring the latest integrated sealing module designed for horizontal sealing.

Bradman Lake secures equipment spot at Diamond Bakery

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 12:45:00 -0400

The partnership was formed after Bradman Lake's advanced equipment caught the attention of Diamond Bakery executives at a recent trade show.

Expert Article: Conveying Solutions that Keep Packaging Lines Moving

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 07:00:00 -0500

No manufacturer can afford to stand idle, so one expert suggests several critical design considerations to keep in mind before deciding on a conveying solution.

Universal Investment & Industries Finds Success with Theegarten-Pactec Cartoner

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 13:40:16 -0400

Universal Investment & Industries has been extremely successful in the service and packaging industry for years.

Case Study: Läser AG enhances quality control with BOBST Digital Inspection Table

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 00:00:11 -0400

Swiss packaging firm explains how the BOBST DIT 106 for folding carton integrated effortlessly into the company’s existing quality assurance system.

JLS Automation to Debut Hawk™ Case and Tray Loader at PACK EXPO

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 13:26:52 -0400

The Hawk boasts a compact design while offering a robotic top-load solution for the food and beverage industries.

Bradman Lake to Showcase Cartoning Equipment at PACK EXPO Las Vegas

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 11:36:22 -0400

The company's display at PACK EXPO Las Vegas will showcase its unique capabilities offering both top load and side load cartoning approaches.

ProMach Pharma to Display Packaging Technologies at PACK EXPO Las Vegas

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 12:22:11 -0400

ProMach Pharma provides best-in-class processing and packaging technologies that help customers maximize line efficiencies and product quality.

CASE STUDY: International PaperBox selects BOBST to Boost Productivity and Precision

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 13:39:02 -0400

As the business looked to enhance its folding, gluing and die-cutting capacity, International PaperBox added a BOBST EXPERTCUT and EXPERTFOLD to its machine park.

Schubert to Debut New Cartoning Machine at Pack Expo Las Vegas

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 11:47:03 -0400

Schubert has developed a new, compact solution to automate the infeed of carton blanks to the packaging machine.

Syntegon to Showcase Flexible Systems for Cookies and Bars at interpack 2023

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 13:33:14 -0400

The new Syntegon IDH is at the heart of a line which flexibly packages cookies and crackers in trays and flow wraps made of mono-material.

Mespack and Famartec Deliver Integrated Solution to Pharmaceutical Industry

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 14:59:56 -0500

The growing need from pharmaceutical customers for a complete packaging solution was the impetus for this partnership.

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.

Colbert Packaging Expands Capacity with New Eterna Equipment Additions

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Adding new blanking die cutters streamlines production and boosts capacity.

R.A Jones Launches New Multipack Speedup Kit

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 11:32:46 -0400

The Orbi-Trak TC-6 speedup kit for Meridian XR machines is designed to allow beverage and food manufacturers to run a variety of canned product configurations at a reported surge speed of 345 cartons per minute.

New Machine Advances Debuting at PACK EXPO International 2022

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400

From bagging equipment to robotic palletizing, the latest innovation in packaging equipment is debuted at PACK EXPO International. Here are just a few of the new machinery advances being demonstrated in Chicago.