Packaging Digest

Marking and coding system tracks pharmaceuticals' journey to customers
With billions of prescription pills and tablets being packaged and shipped around the world each year, it would be easy to slip in a few tens of thousands of counterfeit pieces or divert a couple shipments of expensive medications to a black market in another country. The existing systems just haven't had the capacity to effectively track all products through the supply chain.

Filling, feeding system has yogurt yodeling
Carbon-cutting coffee bags trim costs
Automation increases speed and accuracy for modified atmosphere packaging
Candymaker uses robots and conveyors to speed production
Bottling line opens fresh opportunities for Kwik Trip
Packaging helps those allergic to dusting
Vacuum grippers are spot-on for loading
Cork sleeves can handle the heat
Package design can revitalize product performance

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