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The Omnicore platform is the result of an ABB investment of over 170 million US dollars in next-generation robotics. It marks a major step towards a modular and future-proof control architecture for robot systems. Omnicore enables complete integration of artificial intelligence, sensor, cloud and edge computing systems to develop cutting-edge and autonomous robot applications.

The ground-breaking innovation provides reliable and consistent automatic induction of items into Sparck’s CVP ‘right-size’ packaging machines. Suitable for a wide range of single flat-bottomed boxes, the automated infeed mechanism maximises the throughput potential of the CVP Everest and CVP Impack systems, with rates of up to 1100 boxes per hour achievable.

No human intervention

Food packaging specialist Colpac is providing consumers information on disposing the food packaging and of recycling, composting, and material sources.

Quick Response (QR) codes and specific recycling instructions are printed on Colpac packaging.

The information is available for national recycling schemes in the UK, France, and Italy to date. Guidance is displayed in local languages to inform end users of how to best dispose of packaging.

Expanding its circular approach to plastic across the sector, Duo will manufacture shrink film for food and beverage outer packaging using Oceanix™ recycled plastics, made from 98% maritime waste such as fishing nets and ropes.

Production of the packaging, made from Balance®, a product supplied by Versalis, makes it possible to create a recycled film for food contact, while maintaining the technical performance and health properties that are essential for packaging intended for food use.

The Baust team recently accomplished a demanding project in the vicinity of Geneva, meeting stringent requirements for quality, safety, and ergonomics in automated processes. The challenge extended to precise planning within a complex room layout, navigating various mechanical and electrical interfaces. The project primarily focused on optimizing core processes related to pallet changing and wrapping within the logistics operations of a Swiss pharmaceutical producer.

This collaboration aims to integrate watttron's intelligent digital sealing technology into Volpak's state-of-the-art horizontal pouching machinery, marking a significant leap forward in the realm of flexible packaging.