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Robotic-based applications have a large place in the packaging industry throughout all categories.

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Sean Riley is the editorial director of marketing & communications at PMMI
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The Reliability of Robots

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Sean Riley
November 3, 2020
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A recent headline in the Philadelphia Inquirer reading “Robots don’t get sick” succinctly summed up the current view of consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies during the COVID-19 pandemic when it comes to automation.
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PACK EXPO Connects Preview Week Nov 2-6

PACK EXPO Connects Preview Week Is Happening Now

October 30, 2020
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The Preview Week event, Nov. 2-6, will kick-off with a webinar, Helpful Hints for Navigating PACK EXPO Connects, on Nov. 2, at 10 a.m. CT. It will provide tips and tricks for using the platform and offer Q&A with attendees to help them make the most out of their PACK EXPO Connects experience.


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PACK EXPO Connects: Preview

PMMI Presents: PACK EXPO Connects

The virtual PACK EXPO Connects tradeshow will include an intuitive, interactive platform for live engagements with consumer packaged goods companies and suppliers.
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Kristen Kazarian
October 8, 2020
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For the first time in 60 years, PACK EXPO International has cancelled. However, if you thought that a pandemic would stop the global packaging event, you would be mistaken.
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Avoiding Common Pitfalls When Selecting & Integrating Linear Modules

Seven tips to help avoid common technical and operational issues.
September 10, 2020
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Fully integrated linear modules can be versatile and cost-effective for linear transport applications in packaging machinery. When specifying and integrating pre-engineered linear modules, whether for Cartesian robots, pick-and-place equipment or linear transport systems in or between production lines, following these seven key tips can help avoid common technical and operational pitfalls.
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