Secondary Packaging Automation

Steve Segora, Western Region Sales Manager for the Langen Packaging Group, explains automation in secondary packaging and end-of-line operations.

Jul 20th, 2012

Maximizing overall line efficiency has been the objective of the packaging equipment industry for decades. This has usually involved the utilization of robotic automation in conjunction with fixed automation. This presentation from The Automation Conference 2012 reviews a broad variety of highly successful automation solutions implemented for secondary packaging and end of line automation across a broad spectrum of customers. Learn how you can successfully increase operational efficiency and reduce manufacturing costs. An analysis of industries, equipment technologies and project considerations are reviewed.
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