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Flexibility key for plastic bottle manufacturing

Technologies look to accommodate increased changeovers

Jessica Jacobsen

November 7, 2018

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Whether it’s SKU proliferation, evolving drink habits or packaging solutions, beverage manufacturers are tasked with keeping up with the latest trends and solutions for today’s operations, experts note.

Blow-molding equipment cuts costs, materials

Equipment suppliers release data-driven machines

Barbara Harfmann

November 17, 2017

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With Industry 4.0 driving technological innovation and automation, plastic bottle manufacturers are releasing more energy-efficient blow-molding machines that can not only produce high-quality, lightweight bottles but also keep total cost of ownership low.

Modular labeling systems aid beverage-makers

SKU proliferation, changeovers require flexible labeling equipment

Jessica Jacobsen

September 15, 2017

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Children’s toys like Connectagons bill themselves as offering limitless opportunities for constructing various objects. Although labeling equipment cannot be adapted as easily as these skill-building toys, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are developing systems that are more modular to support the evolving beverage market.

New equipment, products streamline beverage operations

InTrek Keg Carousel increases keg capacity by 20 percent

July 14, 2017

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InTrek Logistics LLC announced that it has increased the keg capacity of its patented InTrek Keg Carousel by 20 percent, going from 10 sixth barrels in each carrier to 12 barrels in each carrier with a maximum height of 25 feet.

Plastic bottle manufacturing addresses dedicated, flexible lines

Sustainable practices impact bottle weights, machinery’s process window

Jessica Jacobsen

November 14, 2016

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In its July 2015 report titled “Beverage Containers,” The Freedonia Group, Cleveland, forecasted that plastic beverage container demands will account for 148.8 billion units by 2019 in comparison to the 124.9 billion units in 2014, which equates to a 3.6 percent annual growth rate from 2014 to 2019.

Absolut Vodka brand launches redesigned bottle

Redesigned bottle to serve as an icon for the brand’s future

June 15, 2015

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After 36 years on the market, Pernod Ricard USA's Absolut Vodka brand is launching a redesigned bottle intended to serve as an icon for the brand's future.

Supplier's News: Cleaning and maintenance equipment releases help beverage-makers

New products support sustainability and cost savings

October 16, 2014

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In order to meet users’ more stringent requirements for cleaning and disinfection, ContiTech has further developed its beer and drink hoses’ properties to improve their temperature resistance and flexibility.

KHS compiles innovation package for BrauBeviale 2014

September 26, 2014

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At BrauBeviale 2014, which will take place Nov. 11-13 in Nuremburg, Germany, KHS GmbH, Dortmund, Germany, plans to present a wide range of innovations and product improvements. The particular focus of its tradeshow booth will be on filling, keg and decorating technology, and KHS' comprehensive consulting and other services. Specific innovations include the following pieces of equipment and services:

Wailua Ale slims for sustainability

September 16, 2013

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Kona Brewing Co. brought its rebranded Wailua Ale, formerly known as Wailua Wheat, back to shelves this summer in slimmer, more sustainable packaging.

The happy, hybrid palletizer medium

Robotic, conventional palletizers offer differing benefits

Jennifer Storelli

July 15, 2013

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“The introduction of a robotic palletizer has had a huge impact on our business,” say Product Manager Jason Covington and Business Development Manager Steve Golladay of ITW Warehouse Automation (ITWWA), Arden, N.C.

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