Bobst’s initiative to make sustainability in packaging a reality

At Virtual Drupa 21, Francois Martin, Global Marketing Director of Bobst outlined a few ways in which sustainability in packaging is achievable, and how can one start making it a reality.   Eleven leading brands: Unilever, PepsiCo, Marks and Spencer, Mars, L’Oréal, Walmart, Ecover, Werner and Mertz, Evian, Coca-Cola, and Amcor, have all committed to …

Kuwait’s fully automated robotics-fulfillment center

The region’s newest eGrocery platform features fully automated robotics-fulfillment center and one of the first centers of the kind globally with a chilled warehouse capability.   With the launch of Raha, an innovative homegrown concept, set to redefine Kuwait’s grocery experience – Swisslog has implemented Kuwait’s first fully-automated robotics-fulfillment center, and one of the first …

OneVision releases new software for automation solutions

Following the mission of “Automation Your Way”, OneVision has developed its latest software version. With the latest release, print service providers benefit from even more flexibility and automation in their production processes.   The flexibility and dynamics of digital processes are enormously important; this has been shown not only by the developments of the past …

MPS launches EF next generation press

MPS has launched the EF next generation flexo press that comes with technology enhancements and new features in connectivity, for even better press performance and output.   Atze Bosma, CEO of MPS Systems said, ““By going beyond the machine in product innovation and intensive cooperation with our customers, MPS continually improves the printing process and …

BOBST sets out its vision for the future of the packaging industry

Swiss packaging giant BOBST has set forward its vision to shape the future of the industry. Connecting the dots between Packaging 4.0 and Industry 4.0 will rely on four cornerstones of connectivity, digitalisation, automation and sustainability, with the company placing heavy emphasis on new technologies and capabilities. Among these new solutions are:   BOBST Connect BOBST …

Milacron expands all-electric machine portfolio: launches new Fanuc Roboshot Alpha-Sib series

Milacron Injection Molding & Extrusion, announced a new addition to their all-electric offering – the FANUC Roboshot ALPHA-SiB series, which is based on the best-selling FANUC Roboshot ALPHA-SiA series and is a continuation of Milacron’s partnership with FANUC in the Americas for over 35 years.   Mac Jones, President, Milacron Injection & Extrusion, explains how …

Smart warehouse management with Sistrade WMS

  Why should you optimise your warehouse? A great number of factors influence the efficiency of warehouse management operations, and with all the amount of small details to take into account, many factors can be overlooked and cause quite a few problems in the warehouse. Among the major challenges encountered by printing and packaging companies …

Process automation and standardisation are imperative to make web to pack a ‘mission possible’

On the surface, web-to-pack printing looks a fanciful idea. But on the contrary, if done right, it can smooth the process and reduce costs for both shop and customer alike, and early adopters are already reaping the benefits. “They said it was impossible…” This might not be the most imaginative way of starting a story …

Intertek in Dubai appointed as notified body for the Gulf Conformity Mark for low-voltage equipment

Intertek, a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide, has been designated as a “Notified Body” by the Gulf Standards Organization (GSO) to issue Gulf Conformity Mark (G Mark) Certificates to locally produced, imported and exported products across the Gulf countries. The scope of notification covers Gulf Technical Regulation for Low Voltage Equipment and …