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SEW-EURODRIVE’s LM3S series electric cylinders provide fast, precise linear motion for machine-building and automation applications.

SEW-EURODRIVE launches LM3S electric cylinders for linear motion

September 30, 2026

SEW-EURODRIVE’s LM3S electric cylinders provide precise linear motion, with force ratings from 8 to 26 kN for demanding automation and machine-building applications.

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Rockwell Automation's 140ME Motor Protective Switching Device combines motor protection, disconnect capability, overload protection, and manual switching while connecting with the EtherNet/IP In-cabinet Solution for real-time diagnostics.

Controls / motion control

Rockwell Automation connects motor protection with in-cabinet diagnostics

July 8, 2026

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Rockwell Automation image of industrial electronic components, illustrating the types of technologies used to support machine diagnostics, recovery, and digital tools in packaging operations.

Controls / motion control

Rockwell Automation outlines why installation is no longer the finish line for OEMs

June 16, 2026

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Pepperl+Fuchs industrial sensor lab demonstrates conveyor automation with a photoelectric sensor detecting tote movement for zone-based material handling and packaging efficiency.

Vision systems and sensors

Sensing a trend: Pepperl+Fuchs enables smarter movement across packaging lines

May 20, 2026

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Nordac Link variable frequency drives provide a convenient drive solution for decentralized installations as the flexible configuration enables precise adjustment of the devices to a wide range of applications.

Controls / motion control

Nord highlights decentralized drive systems for simplified commissioning

May 6, 2026

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A Bosch Rexroth ctrlX drive on display at Automate 2025 in Detroit, Michigan. It's part of the company’s app-based ctrlX automation platform running ctrlX OS to deliver modular motion, connectivity, and data capabilities for packaging equipment.

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Bosch Rexroth expands app-based automation platform with ctrlX OS

January 20, 2026

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Fanuc’s M-10/12-14D robot performs tote consolidation with 2D/3D vision and RFID scanning (left side of image). The M-410/800F-32C industrial robot uses the Schmalz gripper for high-payload depalletizing up to 800 kilograms (center). The M-710/50-26D curved-arm robot handles medium package palletizing with 3DV/1600 vision sensor (right side of image).

Robotics

Fanuc flexes robotic muscle, showcases controller built for vision

August 4, 2025

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Rockwell Automation's Ethernet/IP in-cabinet Solution aims to cut downtime on packaging lines while providing real-time diagnostics and predictive maintenance to keep machines running at peak performance.

Integrated equipment

Rockwell introduces in-cabinet connectivity solution for packaging machinery

June 5, 2025

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Sustainability

Danone modernizes mineral water facility, cuts energy usage by 34%

May 6, 2025

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Schneider Electric displayed its TeSys Deca and TeSys Deca Advanced motor contactors at ProMat in Chicago, Illinois. The Deca Advanced features wide-band coil technology and a more compact design when compared to the original.

Controls / motion control

Schneider Electric’s new motor contactor reduces energy usage, boosts efficiency

March 27, 2025

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Machinery

Columbus McKinnon’s conveyor portfolio is built for a variety of packaging needs

February 24, 2025

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Machinery

Conveying a smooth experience on the packaging line

February 20, 2025

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With TwinCAT Core Boost, individual processor cores in Beckhoff controllers can offer 50% higher performance when in turbo mode. Source: Beckhoff

Controls / motion control

Beckhoff boosts processing power performance

February 19, 2025

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Secondary packaging

A sweet, flexible solution for the frozen treat industry

February 18, 2025

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Mouser Electronics adds 60 manufacturing partners. Source: Mouser Electronics

Components / instrumentation

Mouser Electronics expands automation, components network

January 22, 2025

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Danfoss Drives and Innomotics sign the Letter of Intent at SPS in Nuremberg. Source: Innomotics

Controls / motion control

Danfoss and Innomotics merge motors and drives

November 13, 2024

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Fanuc demonstrates food-grade cobots at PACK EXPO International 2024. Source: Fanuc America

Robotics

A focus on food-grade robots and secure controllers

November 3, 2024

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Beckhoff's machine-mountable EP3751-0260 EtherCAT Box.

Components / instrumentation

Distributed I/O box detects complex movements

November 3, 2024

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IDEC FT1J PLC+HMI with compact touchscreen display.

Controls / motion control

IDEC’s PLC+HMI bundles modern control capabilities into a compact display

October 4, 2024

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Controls / motion control

Rockwell Automation launches Logix SIS integrated safety system

September 19, 2024

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Calyx Containers cultivates a new approach to cannabis packaging

Rockwell Automation brings AI-assisted tools to remote support

Barcode or RFID? Xemelgo turns cycle counting into a video game

Beyond the conveyor: How automation connects packaging lines to the warehouse

Could AI solve Europe’s packaging compliance problem?

mk North America uses QR codes to simplify conveyor support

On the Line: When AI helps the machine solve the problem

Banner introduces Q2F flat pack photoelectric sensor

SEW-EURODRIVE expands PxG servo lineup with economy series

SOMIC brings space-saving cartoner to Pack Expo International

Quest integrates robotics into Flexible One packaging platform

Harpak-ULMA VFFS system simplifies cleaning, reduces utility use

Wyandot Snacks scales packaging and solves skills shortages with robotics-as-a-service

Coca-Cola bottler installs aseptic PET line for in-house production

Coal’d Water’s modern packaging line taps into OEM technology for distilling ambitions

3D Printing in Packaging: Rethinking Engineering, Tooling, and Production

Robotics on the Packaging Line: Enabling Faster, More Flexible Operations

The New Remote Management Mindset in Packaging: Smart, Scalable, Secure Service

the latest in Controls / motion control

SEW-EURODRIVE launches LM3S electric cylinders for linear motion

Rockwell Automation connects motor protection with in-cabinet diagnostics

Rockwell Automation outlines why installation is no longer the finish line for OEMs

Sensing a trend: Pepperl+Fuchs enables smarter movement across packaging lines

more Controls / motion control

Nord highlights decentralized drive systems for simplified commissioning

Bosch Rexroth expands app-based automation platform with ctrlX OS

Fanuc flexes robotic muscle, showcases controller built for vision

Rockwell introduces in-cabinet connectivity solution for packaging machinery

Danone modernizes mineral water facility, cuts energy usage by 34%

Schneider Electric’s new motor contactor reduces energy usage, boosts efficiency

Columbus McKinnon’s conveyor portfolio is built for a variety of packaging needs

Conveying a smooth experience on the packaging line

Beckhoff boosts processing power performance

A sweet, flexible solution for the frozen treat industry

Mouser Electronics expands automation, components network

Danfoss and Innomotics merge motors and drives

A focus on food-grade robots and secure controllers

Distributed I/O box detects complex movements

IDEC’s PLC+HMI bundles modern control capabilities into a compact display

Rockwell Automation launches Logix SIS integrated safety system

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