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Packaging, Labelling and Barcoding

Barcodes add value to Industry 4.0

By: Mamaili Mamaila 18th October 2019 There is an opportunity, through Industry 4.0, to make the data derived from barcodes more useful across industrial value chains, says industrial automation provider Omron South Africa product manager Khotso Majoe. →

Packaging solution proves successful

18th October 2019 Since polymer supplier Vesconite Bearings introduced a minimum of two layers of corrugated cardboard packaging around each of its dispatched polymer bushings and rods, the company has had no returns from breakages owing to transportation. →

HIGHER STANDARDS Vesconite Bearings instituted a new packaging standard after a complaint by a customer led the company to investigate its packaging policies

Manufacturing decline prompts company’s cross-border aspirations

By: Mamaili Mamaila 18th October 2019 As the local manufacturing sector has been declining steadily over the past 15 years, industrial packaging solutions company PackSolve is exploring opportunities in the international market to grow its business. →

SIGHTS ON MOZAMBIQUE With several large industrial projects expected to start in Mozambique, PackSolve has earmarked the country as its first potential market

Legislature calls for more labelling, packaging awareness

By: Mamaili Mamaila 18th October 2019 As the food and drug / medicine sectors are highly regulated from a labelling perspective, companies need to be aware of the claims they can make about their products on the packaging, says intellectual property (IP) services law firm Spoor & Fisher partner Megan Reimers. →

MEGAN REIMERS The ethical requirements of food packaging and labelling also extend to aspects such as Itellectual Property

Plain packaging suggested as safety measure

By: Thabi Madiba 19th October 2018 To reduce tobacco-related deaths that are estimated to amount to seven-million people a year globally, the Department of Health published a proposed Control of Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Bill in May for broader public comment, which will regulate all tobacco products to be... →

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HARMFUL Plain packaging will limit the use of tobacco

Kimmo guarantees safe packaging for transportation

19th October 2018 When choosing a packaging option for goods that will be shipped to neighbouring countries, honeycomb fibreboard manufacturer Kimmo Packaging director Jan Vreken says it is essential to look for a packaging option that is International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures No. 15 (ISPM-15)... →

Packaging market volumes declines

By: Thabi Madiba 19th October 2018 The potential imposition of an Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) tax by the Department of Environmental Affairs will have a negative impact on the packaging industry, which may result in the collapse of numerous packaging manufacturers in South Africa, says Packaging South Africa executive... →

Packaging system saves about 76% of plastic

19th October 2018 Brewery company Carlsberg Group has switched to packaging solution Nature Multipack which is aligned to its new industry-leading sustainability programme called ‘Together towards Zero’ to be implemented by 2030. Being an innovation of global company KHS subsidiary NMP Systems, Nature Multipack... →

GROUND BREAKING The Snap Pack replaces plastic wrapping

Recognition increases for improved packaging

19th October 2018 To increase brand recognition, bearings manufacturer Kharkov Bearing Plant (HARP) decided to improve its multi-unit package for transportation of ball bearings with an outer diameter of 180 mm. HARP MD Natalia Akimenko states that the decision was taken in order to take care of its European... →

Automation specialist products on show

20th October 2017 Automatic data capture and industrial automation specialist Datalogic will have products and solutions on display at booth D48 at Propak Cape this year. “As one of the global leaders in the market, Datalogic is positioned as one of the few technology companies able to deliver solutions spanning... →

Company launches new packaging division

20th October 2017 Packaging specialist Polyoak Packaging has launched a new division, Dairypack Cartons which specialises in the marketing and distribution of aseptic packaging systems in Southern Africa. Being in an exclusive partnership with packaging company IPI with the launch of this division, Polyoak... →

Over 6 000 visitors expected at packaging event

By: Victor Moolman 20th October 2017 This year, Propak Cape, taking place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre from October 24 to 26, will host more than 200 local and international exhibitors. Based on the previous Propak Cape, held in 2014, this year, the company is expecting more than 6 000 visitors. →

New labelling system introduced for HDPE PE100 stub ends in SA

By: Victor Moolman 20th October 2017 Thermoplastic piping company Plasti-Tech is supplying high-density polyethylene (HDPE PE100) stub ends, which have been labelled using a Lynx laser printer using invisible laser-radiation. “The significance of labelling the stub ends using the Lynx laser machine is that the manufacture, size and... →

Plasti-tech managing member Brad Chamont explains what the new laser engraving is and why it is important in the industry. Camerawork: Victor Moolman. Editing: Lionel da Silva

New products showcased at Propak Cape

By: Victor Moolman 20th October 2017 Product identification solutions provider Pyrotec PackMark will focus on showcasing its newly launched ultra-portable Anser U2 handheld printer the 9405 Continuous Inkjet (CIJ) coder and the C340 laser from product identification and traceability solutions manufacturer Markem-Imaje at Propak Cape... →

CONVENIENT PRINTING The Anser U2 weighs less than 1 kg, can print on a variety of surfaces at different angles and has a seven-hour battery life

Plant-based packaging gains popularity

By: Sascha Solomons 1st July 2016 Food processing and packaging solutions provider Tetra Pak produced the world’s first package made entirely from plant materials, the Tetra Rex Bio-based, using a combination of Forest Stewardship Council-certified paperboard and certified bio-plastics materials. The company is expected to... →

Optimised packaging solution introduced to the packaging industry

1st July 2016 With the combined range of proficiency in design, mechanisation, performance packaging and shopper marketing, paper-based packaging manufacturer Smurfit Kappa launched the SKMF 146 in an effort to provide customers with the most optimised packaging machine solution. According to Smurfit Kappa the... →

OPTIMISED SOLUTION The SKMF 146 designed with the flexibility to pack multiple design formats

Horizontal flow wrapper available for Southern African countries

1st July 2016 Processing and packaging equipment supplier Bosch Packaging Technology is focusing on entry-level and mid-range automation solutions for its customers in the Southern African countries, which will enable producers with small to medium production volumes to tap into automation or increase their... →

Technology redefines warehousing

By: Sascha Solomons 1st July 2016 With labelling and barcoding being critical elements of the packaging process, companies are increasingly exploring innovative technology to unlock economies of scale and the potential of space, says beverage manufacturer and distributor ABI Bottling. “The process of getting one’s product to... →

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A SYSTEMS APPROACH Allows accurate real-time reporting on various activities, increasing the workflow capacity of warehouses while reducing costs

New customised packaging system launched

By: Kimberley Smuts 3rd July 2015 Technology company Pitney Bowes SA released the latest version of the CMC CartonWrap ‘Dynamic box on demand’ solution in South Africa this year. CMC CartonWrap is an automatic carton packaging system capable of creating dynamic cardboard boxes from a continuous corrugated carton material reel. →

DYNAMIC PACKING SOLUTION Technology company Pitney Bowes SA released the latest version of the CMC CartonWrap 'Dynamic box on demand' solution in South Africa this year

Atmospheric water provides bottled water alternative

By: Kimberley Smuts 3rd July 2015 Sustainable drinking water solutions provider Cirrus Water Management (CWM) installs atmospheric water generators as a healthier alternative to bottled water, which is also more cost effective and features a much-reduced carbon footprint. A gas and mining exploration project, in Mozambique,... →

BOTTLED WATER ALTERNATIVE An external view of the CWM 1000 Plant

Overall equipment effectiveness reduces production downtime

By: Bruce Montiea 3rd July 2015 In the current competitive business environment, manufacturers need to ensure that their equipment remains effective and runs optimally at all times, says labelling, coding and print equipment supplier Pyrotec PackMark GM Brandon Pearce. He highlights that the performance of manufacturing... →

CODING EQUIPMENT Pyrotec PackMark provides coding equipment for primary, secondary and tertiary packaging requirements

New tag platform added to product range

By: Kimberley Smuts 3rd July 2015 Technology company Pitney Bowes SA released the latest version of the CMC CartonWrap ‘Dynamic box on demand’ solution in South Africa this year. CMC CartonWrap is an automatic carton packaging system capable of creating dynamic cardboard boxes from a continuous corrugated carton material reel. →

PANASONIC NFC The Panasonic Near Field Communication tag platform comprises a versatile set of NFC integrated circuits and easy-to-use development tools

Paint industry must practise responsible packaging

By: Bruce Montiea 4th July 2014 Since its inception 75 years ago, a primary challenge that paint industry watchdog South African Paint Manufacturing Association (Sapma) has faced, is enticing larger paint packaging companies to join as members, says Sapma executive director Deryck Spence. He tells Engineering News that Sapma... →

Council encourages schools to recycle

By: Bruce Montiea 4th July 2014 Polystyrene recycling association the Polystyrene Packaging Council of South Africa (PSPC) is running a school recycling project to educate schoolchildren on the importance of recycling. The PSPC started the schools campaign to ensure that schools, teachers and parents taking part in recycling... →

TUTUDESK CAMPAIGN The Polystyrene Packaging Council of South Africa uses recycled materials to manufacture lap desks

Packaging promotes simplified product description

By: Bruce Montiea 4th July 2014 Although packaging plays an important role in companies’ branding, packaging must also add to the convenience of consumers’ shopping experience and ease of use after they have bought the product. Specialised construction products supplier a.b.e Construction Chemicals implemented a system of... →

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EASY IDENTIFICATION a.b.e uses QR Codes for easy product identification

Packaging exhibition to showcase trends

By: Bruce Montiea 4th July 2014 The packaging industry in South Africa, which is valued at about R43-billion, is a significant employer, contributing about 1.5% to the country’s gross domestic product (GDP). The importance of this industry will be highlighted at this year’s Propak Cape exhibition, which will take place in Cape... →

PACKAGING ASSEMBLY LINE Propak Cape showcases packaging trends

Meat-labelling regulations need more clarity

By: Bruce Montiea 4th July 2014 There is concern among suppliers and retailers that they might be open to possible charges of noncompliance, as a result of uncertainty over the interpretation of the new meat-labelling regulations. South Africa’s meat-labelling regulations came into effect in May and specify what information... →

HERMAN BLIGNAUT Noncompliance with meat labelling regulations can be costly for companies

Bag enables efficient product transportation

By: Bruce Montiea 4th July 2014 The need for a safe, reliable and cost-efficient packaging and transportation system is a pertinent issue, particularly for specialist manufacturing sectors such as the chemical and petrochemical industries. “What is critical in the handling of chemicals, such as intermediates, carbon powder,... →

PALLET-FREE BAG The Tellap bag makes storage and transportation of goods easy

Strong demand for agricultural packaging

By: Zandile Mavuso 5th July 2013 The expected fall in demand for agricultural packaging, following strikes by farm workers in the Western Cape, in January this year, has not materialised. →

Plastic packaging demand expected to increase, despite environmental concerns

By: Zandile Mavuso 5th July 2013 Plastic represents one of the fastest-growing categories of materials used and disposed of in South Africa and is defined as a priority sector by government, but environmental concerns about the packaging solution remain, Plastics SA executive director Anton Hanekom tells Engineering News. →

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PLASTIC RECYCLINGAlthough the recycling of plastic has come under scrutiny in recent times owing to its impact on the environment, Plastic SA says it recognises its responsibility regarding waste management, especially litter, and intends to solve the problem with government and other stakeholders

Portable printer reduces maintenance costs

By: Zandile Mavuso 5th July 2013 There has been increasing interest from the steel industry in Taiwan-based company Anser’s portable thermal inkjet (TIJ) printer since the marketing of the product in April by identification and traceability company Traceability Solutions. →

Regional show promises to be success

By: Zandile Mavuso 5th July 2013 The positive turnout at the three-yearly Propak Africa exhibition at the Nasrec Expo Centre, in Johannesburg, in March, has created hype for next year’s regional show, Propak Cape, as stands are already selling fast, states Propak Africa exhibition organiser specialised exhibitions company... →

SA-linked innovation earns dairy packaging acclaim

By: Yolandi Booyens 13th July 2012 The improved convenience and lower weight of packaging manufacturer Nampak Plastics’ United Kingdom Infini milk-bottle range resulted in the company winning the Best Dairy Packaging Innovation award at the 2012 Dairy Innovation Awards. →

Consumer expectations develop along with technology

By: Yolandi Booyens 13th July 2012 Consumers are increasingly becoming aware of the importance of environment-friendly packaging, says branding and design company Switch creative director Adam Botha. →

GM food labelling poses many questions

By: Yolandi Booyens 6th July 2012 While the new Labelling and Advertising of Foodstuffs Regulations (GN R146), which came into effect in March is offering consumers greater awareness, more information and better protection against false advertising on food and beverage products, the labelling of genetically modified (GM) food... →

PET water bottles do not pose health risk – industry body

By: Yolandi Booyens 6th July 2012 Consumers are not in any danger of suffering from chemical exposure from using or reusing plastic polyethylene terephthalate (PET) water bottles, plastic representative body Plastics SA executive director Anton Hanekom stresses. →

Packaging industry holds many opportunities

By: Yolandi Booyens 6th July 2012 While the South African packaging industry is facing challenges like many other sectors, it is capable of successfully competing in global markets and packaging companies should aim to turn challenges into opportunities, advises paper and plastic packaging manufacturer Mpact CEO Bruce Strong. →

Trolley tracking breakthrough in retail science

By: Yolandi Booyens 6th July 2012 Barcode, radio frequency identification (RFID) and related systems specialist Harmonic Group received its first corporate order in May for asset protection, using its three-dimensional (3D) Intelligent Tracking and Control System (ITCS) technology, from a large cell phone retailer in South... →

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