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Craig Souser (left), who retired Oct. 12 after nearly five decades leading JLS Automation, and Russ Stroner (right), the company’s new President and CEO. JLS Automation manufactures hygienic robotic packaging systems.

Management / operations / workforce

JLS Automation names Russ Stroner President and CEO as Craig Souser retires

October 16, 2026

Dexterity’s Mech robot moves packages using physical AI, with Beckhoff Automation supporting the control architecture connecting motion, safety, navigation, and data.

Physical AI, robots, and what’s next after the end-of-line

August 27, 2026

Packaging OEM’s parent company, WTWH Media, today announced it has rebranded as Arrowfly. The new name and identity reflect the company's transformation from a specialized trade publisher into an omnichannel B2B media, events, and marketing company where hard-to-reach professional decision-makers gather for trusted journalism, industry intelligence, and high-impact experiences that move their markets forward.

Packaging OEM’s parent company, WTWH Media, rebrands as Arrowfly

July 13, 2026

WAGO OEM Starter Kit for automation applications includes Compact Controller 100, Visual Panel 200 HMI, 5-amp power supply, Ethernet cable, power cord, and Cage Clamp operating tool for machine builders.

WAGO offers OEM starter kit for automation applications

May 14, 2026

Konstantinos Marinakis, CEO of Siat Group, and Timo Mosca, CEO of GroupMosca, announce a strategic cooperation agreement combining both companies’ packaging equipment, service, and support capabilities during Interpack 2026.

Focused on uptime: Siat Group, GroupMosca align on global packaging cooperation

May 8, 2026

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

Jordan Hamrick and Phil Hamrick stand outside Hamrick Packaging Systems’ facility in Kent, Ohio. On May 1, the OEM announced a leadership transition with Jordan Hamrick named President and CEO, succeeding his father, Phil, who will move to chairman of the board after decades leading the company. Photo taken by Packaging OEM during an August 2025 visit.

Hamrick Packaging Systems names Jordan Hamrick President and CEO

May 1, 2026

A poultry bagger from Triangle Packaging Machinery, part of the company’s portfolio of packaging systems included in its Triangle Capital financing program.

Triangle Package Machinery launches Triangle Capital financing program

April 24, 2026

BRECOflex’s TPEXclassic timing belts are engineered for low- to moderate-load conveying applications and are shipped from New Jersey for use in standard conveying systems.

BRECOflex targets lead times, cost with TPEXclassic timing belts

April 15, 2026